Catechetical Office

Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us

The official pastoral plan for adult faith formation in the United States. Adult faith formation is "at the heart of our catechetical vision and practice," according to this bishops' pastoral, Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us. Goals, qualities and approaches to faith formation are all addressed in this handy manual.

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United States Catholic Catechism for Adults

Each chapter in the Catechism for Adults includes stories, doctrine, reflection, quotations, discussion questions, and prayer to lead the reader to a deepening faith. The Catechism for Adults is an excellent resource for preparation of catechumens in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and for ongoing catechesis of adults.

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Nurturing Adult Faith: A Manual for Parish Leaders
Looking for an excellent resource to help you to enrich adult faith formation in your parish? Nurturing Adult Faith is a handbook that provides theoretical models, practical helps and essential information for getting your programs up and running. A practical resource for making the U.S. bishops' pastoral plan, Our Heart's Were Burning Within Us, a reality in your parish.

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A Practical Guide for Starting an Adult Faith Formation Program

by Richard C. Brown

Provides Roman Catholic dioceses and their parishes with a simple, practical, step-by-step way to implement the U.S. bishop’s vision, learn to develop their own vision, organize teams, publicize their ministry, recruit volunteers, and match their unique talents with the needs of their church.

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