The Essential Catechist's Bookshelf


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Reading this book is like Journeying with a wise and Trusted Friend who offers the Perfect Combination of Sage Advice and support. Eipers brings her considerable storytelling gifts, years of catechetical experience, and clear common sense to this honest and reassuring work. More than a how-to guide (although the classroom tips are brilliant), more than a journal or memoir (although Eipers' accounts of her teaching experiences will have catechists smiling and nodding their heads), this empowering book can help both new and seasoned catechists discover what they can do as catechists, and more importantly, who they can be: living examples of God's love for everyone. Book jacket.




The Essential Catechist's Bookshelf


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This Moving and Inspirational Book Invites Catechists to Put Aside their Lesson Plans and Teaching Supplies Every so often to Discover How God Continues to Call Them. "Our ministry as catechists influences who we are and what we do," says Janet Schaeffler. "It enables us to grow-in spirituality…in ways we might never experience if we weren't catechists." With insights on various types of spirituality, plus discussion questions and suggested activities for spiritual growth, this book makes a perfect guide for catechist retreats or individual study, as it gives catechists new strength to accompany others on their faith journeys. Book jacket.




The Six Tasks of Catechesis


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Catechist 101


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Here's How, a Catechist's Guide


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Drawing on 24 years of" teaching, Danesco offers practical advice on what's expected of catechists (and what's too much to expect), how to know if you're ready to teach, how to plan a lesson, and more. Here, too, are guidelines and tips for: Motivating students, Making small group activities work effectively, Using (and sometimes not using) textbooks, Reviewing what's been taught, Managing a classroom, Perfect for beginning catechists and those discerning a call to this ministry Here's How offers support and realistic solutions to give catechists the confidence they need to thrive in this rewarding ministry. Book jacket.







The Catechist's Backpack


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Catechists spend their time guiding children and adults in deepening thei Catholic faith. But who's guiding the catechists on their spiritual journey? While there are many books about what catechists should know and what they should do, there is very little on the spirituality of being a catechist. This book gives catechists the resources that speak to the spiritual dimensions of their call to share the Catholic faith. --Book cover.




Interculturalism and Catechesis


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This practical, hands-on guide will help catechists and catechetical leaders share the richness of the Catholic faith while affirming and working in the many cultures and languages of their parishes. After helping readers develop a clear understanding of why language and culture matter so much today Ospino turns to the crucial question of how to catechize in today's multicultural situations - including a crucial list of dos and don'ts and ten tips that can help every catechist. Based on real-world experience and rooted in church documents on culture evangelization, and catechesis, this invaluable resource will help you build even stronger communities of faith in a culturally diverse world. Book jacket.




Handbook for Catechists


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Handbook for Catechists covers the essential skills, knowledge and understanding you need to become an inspiring and effective catechist. Each chapter includes a broad look at some important dimensions of the vocation, including what catechesis is, its purpose and how catechesis helps the faithful to live a life of discipleship - following in the footsteps of Christ. It features an invaluable collection of catechetical tips, techniques, methodologies, and advice.The various reflection questions will help the reader to prayerfully reflect upon what they have learnt and to integrate the lessons into their own teaching sessions - whether preparing children for the sacraments or adults for reception into the Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA). This book is an essential resource for anyone who has a role in handing on the faith to others. It will spur a new appreciation of the opportunities and challenges of catechesis in the Church today.