Here’s a little something I put together about the Six Tasks of Catechesis, as outlined in the General Directory for Catechesis.
Approaches/Techniques
The Six Tasks of Catechesis #2: Promoting Knowledge of Liturgy & Sacraments
Recently, 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 #4: Teaching to Pray, or Praying Our Faith
The fourth of the Six Tasks of Catechesis is teaching to pray, or in terms of the remembering phrase HELP ME, praying our faith. Read what the bishops say: Conversion to Christ and communion with him lead the faithful to adopt his disposition of prayer and reflection… His prayer was always directed toward his Father. Catechesis should invite the believer to join Christ in the Our Father. Prayer should be the ordinary environment of all catechesis […]
Adult Faith Formation
I Need Your Input
In my work in adult catechesis this year, I am assisting the pastoral staff of St. Barnabas Parish in Chicago with articulating a vision for adult faith formation for the parish. We are using the Six Tasks of Catechesis to guide our efforts and we are presently working on the first task, which is Knowledge of the Faith. Here is where I could use your help: Please describe one initiative in your parish that is […]
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