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RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
The Role of the Catechist
Role of the Catechist
Facilitator not teacher
Depth of content depends on period of the process you are in
Conversion by Conversation
Encourage sharing of stories
Connect personal stories to the story of Salvation
Catechist in Precatechumenate
Build on what inquirers already know
Listen for the unasked questionsIe candidate ask about limbo, answer but also ask what sparked that particular question
Use open ended questions
Have them discuss in pairs or at most groups of three
Catechist in Catechumenate
Requires more preparation – going deeper into faith traditions
Read scriptures & commentariesIdentify the faith topics that relate to readingsBe aware of needs of candidates
Balance imparting knowledge with exploring what already know on a deeper level
Catechist in Catechumenate
Questions you need to ask yourself:What do I want to highlight as important about this week’s topic?
What resources can I use to deepen my knowledge of the topic?
How do I want the session to flow?Prayer
Music
Discussion time vs. journaling time
Catechist in Dismissal
Discuss the readings and homily
Connect what they have just heard to what they are living
Bring to team any thing that may need clarification during weekly sessions
Catechist in Purification & Enlightenment
Retreat facilitator
Help establish a prayerful atmosphere
Affirm responses of the candidates
Listen
Respect
Catechist in Mystagogia
Similar to the catechist of precatechumenate period
Explore even deeper into topics
Connect life to the liturgyHow did the priest’s homily affect you this week?
How are you viewing life differently because of Easter experience?
On a final note:
Pray!!!!!