May this line from the First Reading for Palm Sunday inspire us as catechists as we enter this HolyWeek and beyond!
The Lord has given me a well-trained tongue, that I may know how to speak to the weary a word that will rouse them. (Isaiah 50:4)
Lord, grant that we may speak a word that will rouse all who we teach!
Any liturgist will tell you that the best way to teach about liturgy is to celebrate richly and robustly. The Triduum, which is only weeks away, is without a doubt the most robust sacramental celebration in our life of worship and, as such, provides an extraordinary opportunity for quality adult faith formation simply by inviting people to play a role in the celebrations. Here are some ideas for how to make that happen. Holy Thursday Evening […]
Here’s another Holy Week Lenten activity that gives catechists the opportunity to introduce children to the popular custom of palm weaving & braiding. Palm Weaving & Braiding Palms are sacramentals – “sacred signs instituted by the Church” (CCC 1667). They represent our homage and loyalty to Christ the King, who was hailed as king as he entered Jerusalem to the waving of palm branches. Catholics have long displayed palms in their homes after Palm Sunday […]
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Besiedes being a catechist I am also a lector. I pray this line of scripture when I arrive at church any time I have to read. I ask the Lord to help me read so that His words may reach the hearts and minds, as well as the ears, of all who listen. I really should be praying this before each class as well. Thanks again for opening up my eyes.
Nice thoughts, Ana!