As ministers in the RCIA process, we understand
and believe that the initiation of adults is the responsibility
of all the baptized. We are therefore committed to be always
ready to welcome the unbaptized, and the baptized Christian
seeking full communion with the Catholic Church. While walking
with these candidates and catechumens on their faith journey,
we pursue our apostolic vocation by reflecting on the value
of the Paschal Mystery and renew our own conversion as we
introduce them to the sacramental life of the Church, the
liturgical assembly and in particular the Eucharistic banquet.
A Catechist leads catechetical sessions and assists at
ritual celebrations. A Sponsor attends catechetical sessions,
represents the parish community at ritual celebrations.
Both the Catechist and Sponsor accompany the candidates
and catechumens on their faith journey to the Sacrament
of Initiation and share their own faith story by word and
example.
The time commitment for a Catechist is 1½ hours
per session- once every 5-6 weeks for adults and once a
month for children. Also, individual preparation time for
catechetical sessions will vary and will include reading
scriptures and the Catechist Manual as well as praying and
reflecting on preparation.
The time commitment for a Sponsor is 1 hour per week through
duration of sponsorship. Also, individual preparation time
will vary and will include reading scriptures as well as
praying and reflecting on preparation.
Vision Statement:
Throughout 2005, we will use various means to educate the
entire parish in the roles we all should play in the process
of initiation. Our goal is to increase the numbers of adult
and children's catechists and sponsors to our team through
discernment of the gifts and talents in the members of our
community.
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