The encyclical takes its title from St. Francis of Assisi and is inspired by his “fraternal openness,” which, the pope said, calls on people “to acknowledge, appreciate and love each person, regardless of physical proximity, regardless of where he or she was born or lives.”
Belief in God as creator of all has practical consequences, pope says in new encyclical
There’s a place for film in catechesis, Catholic filmmakers declare
Catholic filmmakers say film and video can be used as a tool for catechesis.
Elise Italiano Ureneck: Miracle at Lanciano
Better catechesis and reintroducing devotions like processions and adoration could help to foster love and reverence for the Eucharist.
Catholic Church should focus on getting ‘nones’ back, Bishop Barron says
“How many are leaving? The short answer is: a lot,” the bishop said, noting the sobering statistic he said many in the room probably were aware of — that 50% of Catholics 30 years old and younger have left the church.
Detroit Archdiocese unveils ‘Unleash the Gospel’ missionary movement
What began as a rallying cry for the Archdiocese of Detroit is slowly building into a full-fledged missionary movement called “Unleash the Gospel.”
Serious history of catechesis deserves a wide readership
In the book, “The Way of Catechesis: Exploring Our History, Renewing Our Ministry,” Gerard F. Baumbach explains the history of catechesis starting with the Old Testament through to the present day.
Black Elk and the need for catechists
As there is a growing number of “nones” or religiously unaffiliated in our country, we must make a renewed commitment to the work of handing on the faith.
More English, Spanish texts, digital technology hamper committee’s work
Digital publishing represents “a change in the landscape of catechesis that is both complex and continues to grow,” Bishop Caggiano said. “When we speak of digitization we must remember there are variety of ways in which a text can be published in a digital format.