Here’s a little something I put together about the Six Tasks of Catechesis, as outlined in the General Directory for Catechesis.
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The Six Tasks of Catechesis #1: Promoting Knowledge of the Faith
Yesterday, we began a series here on my blog about the six tasks of catechesis, focusing on the notion that God is calling each of us to fulfill a role that he has planned for us. Just as actors rely on certain strategies to immerse themselves in character, we too rely on certain strategies to “immerse” ourselves in the role that God is calling us to fill: the “best version of ourselves” (to borrow a phrase from […]
Being a Catechist
The Six Tasks of Catechesis: A Series of Articles to HELP ME
The National Directory for Catechesis (#19B) tells us that, “The definitive aim of catechesis is to put people not only in touch but in communion, in intimacy, with Jesus Christ” and goes on in #20 to state that the fundamental task is the “formation of disciples of Jesus Christ.” The bishops then go on to outline six key elements that need to be incorporated to form disciples seeking this intimacy—the six tasks of catechesis. In […]
Catechetical Issues & Topics
The Six Tasks of Catechesis: Immersing Ourselves in Character
The Role of a Lifetime In the Beatitudes, Jesus said that it was “blessed” to be “single-hearted.” (Mt 5:8). Often, this verse is translated as “pure of heart” or “clean of heart,” both of which lose punch in translation. To most people, to be “pure of heart” or “clean of heart” means to not have any thoughts that are tainted by impurity or hatred. True enough, however, the real meaning of being single-hearted is to […]
This is the best explanation of these Tasks that I’ve seen.
Thanks, Christian…just trying to keep things simple…and that usually works!
Wow!!…… & thanks for the wonderful sharing and tips. GBU…………….
These tasks are very helpful!! I like the way you simplify them. Thanks for your help!! MLK
Mary, you’re very welcome!
Very Helpful. Thank you