Word of God Resources

Catechesis and the Proclamation of the Word

This series focuses on the theme “Catechesis and the Proclamation of the Word.” Those whom the community has designated to serve as catechists will be called forth to be commissioned for their ministry. Catechetical Sunday is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the role that each person plays, by virtue of Baptism, in handing on the faith and being a witness to the Gospel. Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity for all to rededicate themselves to this mission as a community of faith.

Teaching Materials

Lesson Plans

• Opening of the Year In-Service for Catechists and Catholic School Teachers
• Mid-Year In-Service for Catechists and Catholic School Teachers
• Catechesis and the Proclamation of the Word: An Adult Formation Activity

Articles

• What Does Evangelization Look Like? Mind the Gap by Fr. J. Brian Bransfield, STD
• Catechesis: "Teaching What God Has Taught Us", by Fr. Robert A. Pesarchick, STD
• The Great Commission: Ad Gentes by Sr. Judith Gomila, MSC
• Lex Orandi, Lex Credendi: The Word of God in the Celebration of the Sacraments by Fr. Rick Hilgartner
• Ever Ancient, Ever New: The Art and Practice of Lectio Divina by Sr. Antoine Lawlor, IHM, Dmin

Family Teaching Materials

• Advent Conversations
• Lenten Conversations
• Enthroning the Bible in the Family
• Sharing the Word of God at Home

Liturgy Materials

• Commissioning Service Rite (PDF)

Articles

• Catechesis and Liturgy: Harmony or Fragmentation?
• Liturgical Catechesis in Parish - What’s Right with the Rites for Catechesis
• Music and the Proclamation of God’s Word
• A Mother’s Reflection on Liturgy: Word, Sign, Symbol, Ritual

Retreat Materials

• The Spirituality of the Catechist (for leader)
• Reflection on the Call to Ministry of the Catechist (for participant)
• Family Retreat - Nourishing Our Family with God's Word

Prayers

• Catechist' Prayer
• Prayer for Catechists
• Family Commitment Prayer

Acknowledgements and Credits