Now that we are halfway through the catechetical year, it’s a good time to shake things up a little and try something new! It’s important to remember that today’s learners are accustomed to switching tasks frequently, so it never hurts to try some new methods that can break up monotony and lead to deeper engagement with learners. With that in mind, let’s see what kind of new activity you are most drawn to considering.
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I tried a modified Holy Half-hour at yesterday’s family class. The first 1/2 hour of class explained what Eucharistic Adoration is and the second was benediction and sitting in silence with the Eucharist. None of the parents had ever done it either. It was helpful to have them there sitting with their kids to keep them quiet. I’m hoping to dispel the mystery and get them trying new ways of worship. They will be getting service hours credit if they go in the future on their own and get an extra hour if they take their parent! Next week we’re going to debrief the activity – was communion different for you after the time? what would you like with you to do it again? What did you do during the time and how could you have made it better?
Thanks for sharing, Teri…what an excellent example! I love the idea of talking about something, experiencing it, and then unpacking it! Very mystagogical!