Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Children

by Rita Burns Senseman
Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Children
Author: Rita Burns Senseman
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2017-07-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1618332023
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This resource shows both how to celebrate each of the rites within the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and how to prepare children and their families for full participation in the rites. Sets forth a theological framework for the initiation of children as well as the sound praxes provided in the rite. A table outlines the periods and steps in the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, showing what takes place during each period and the rites belonging to the period. The Q&A chapter will answer a variety of questions for coordinators, directors of religious education and priests. A glossary defines the terms relevant to Christian initiation. Resources for future reference.

The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation

by Donna M. Eschenauer
The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation
Author: Donna M. Eschenauer
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2017-11-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1618332384
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This resource helps Christian initiation coordinators understand the vision of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and how to implement the process in the parish. The author leads readers through the text of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, contextualizing each section. She outlines the roles of the coordinator in animating the parish and forming the team, and presents catechesis as framed within liturgical prayer. The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation offers many practical tips to help the process flow smoothly in the parish.

Celebrating the Rites of Initiation

by James F. Turrell
Celebrating the Rites of Initiation
Author: James F. Turrell
Publisher: Church Publishing, Inc.
Total Pages: 159
Release: 2013-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0898698758
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Celebrating the Rites of Initiation continues the standard of scholarship set by Patrick Malloy’s Celebrating the Eucharist, and offers similar aids around issues of baptism and confirmation. It is an ideal book for students and practicing clergy who seek to strengthen their knowledge—and parochial practice—of baptismal theology.

Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Adults

by Victoria M. Tufano
Guide for Celebrating® Christian Initiation with Adults
Author: Victoria M. Tufano
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 273
Release: 2017-07-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 161833204X
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This invaluable guide for preparing the liturgies for the rites of Christian initiation will assist priests, liturgists, liturgy commissions, and coordinators of Christian initiation. The book focuses primarily on the rites for unbaptized adults but also considers the rites for uncatechized adults, the reception of baptized Christians into full communion, and the reception of Orthodox Christians. A Q & A chapter answers a range of questions for those who coordinate the process and parish pastors. A table outlines each period and step of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, indicating the rites that occur during each period and the length of each period. A glossary defines terms relevant to the Christian initiation process. The section on resources provides a library of initiation materials.

A Child's Book of the Mass

by Betsy Puntel
A Child's Book of the Mass
Author: Betsy Puntel
Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications
Total Pages: 50
Release: 2014-03-03
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1616711795
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One of the best liturgical-catechetical Mass books for young children. The writers have done an exceptional job of presenting the rituals of the Mass in a way that will engage children and enable them to reflect at their own level on the meaning of the parts of the Mass. Also throughout the text, children are presented with questions that will draw them into participation in the Mass and help them develop a Eucharistic spirituality.

Liturgy with Style and Grace

by Gabe Huck
Liturgy with Style and Grace
Author: Gabe Huck
Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2020-03-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1618333003
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This book presents the basics of liturgy for parish liturgy committees and planning teams, liturgical ministers, and anyone interested in learning more about the way we worship. It offers planners and ministers a way to gain a sense of all the ways liturgy expresses the life of a parish. Whether read from beginning to end or simply selected by a particular topic, these articles assist with teaching and learning about the liturgy. Discussion questions and helpful quotations from a variety of sources are available for individual use or group study. The new revision includes updated quotes from liturgical documents and texts as well as revised study questions and sidebar quotes.

The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation

by Donna M. Eschenauer
The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation
Author: Donna M. Eschenauer
Publisher: LiturgyTrainingPublications
Total Pages: 114
Release: 2017-11-27
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1616713623
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This resource forms Christian initiation coordinators in the many aspects of their role. It provides the vision of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults, outlines the roles of the coordinator in animating the parish and forming the team, and presents catechesis as framed within liturgical prayer. The Role of the Coordinator in Christian Initiation offers many practical tips to help the process flow smoothly in the parish.

Guide for Servers, Second Edition

by Corinna Laughlin
Guide for Servers, Second Edition
Author: Corinna Laughlin
Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2021-07-10
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1616715790
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The work of the sacristan is extremely important, for without their preparations, the Mass cannot begin. Sacristans work behind the scenes to help ensure proper celebration of the liturgy, setting out the books, the vestments, the vessels, the bread, and the wine. Grounded in Church doctrine and liturgical practice, this updated guide provides newly formed and experienced sacristans with the skills and theological insights to help them fulfill these crucial tasks. This guide includes: Theological and historical reflections on the liturgy and the ministry; Practical skill-building and advice for serving in this role; Ways to deepen your spirituality and call to discipleship; Answers to frequently asked questions; Recommended resources; A glossary; Questions for discussion and reflection

Guide for Sacristans, Third Edition

by Corinna Laughlin
Guide for Sacristans, Third Edition
Author: Corinna Laughlin
Publisher: Liturgy Training Publications
Total Pages: 97
Release: 2021-09-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1616715847
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The work of the sacristan is extremely important, for without their preparations, the Mass cannot begin. Sacristans work behind the scenes to help ensure proper celebration of the liturgy, setting out the books, the vestments, the vessels, the bread, and the wine. Grounded in Church doctrine and liturgical practice, this updated guide provides newly formed and experienced sacristans with the skills and theological insights to help them fulfill these crucial tasks. This guide includes: -Theological and historical reflections on the liturgy and the ministry -Practical skill-building and advice for serving in this role -Ways to deepen your spirituality and call to discipleship -Answers to frequently asked questions -Recommended resources -A glossary -Questions for discussion and reflection