Unfolding the Mystery of Christ: Sunday by Sunday Formation of Catechumens by El

Description: Unfolding the Mystery of Christ by Eliot Kapitan "A resource giving readers and RCIA teams an ordered method for preparing the Period of the Catechumenate using the Sundays of the liturgical year as the basis of the formation plan for catechumens and candidates"-- FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description 2021 Catholic Media Association Award first place award in faith formation 2021 Catholic Media Association Award second place award in pastoral ministry - catechetical The catechumenate is animated by trust. Seekers have to trust in new, barely-rooted faith. Seekers also need to have trust in parish ministers, who will to guide them on the way. Parish ministers need to have trust in their Spirit-given gifts. Most importantly, all involved in the RCIA process needs to have trust in the churchs normative formation practice—scripture and tradition mediated through the gradual encounter with Christ in the celebration of the liturgical year. Eliot Kapitan makes it easier for each to trust. With gentle wisdom, he presents an ordered method for preparing the Period of the Catechumenate Sunday-by-Sunday, season-by-season, liturgical year-by-liturgical year. If you have ever lacked confidence in your ability to lead the seekers on the way of faith, this book will help you trust that you already have all the skills and resources you need. Author Biography Eliot Kapitan oversaw the baptismal catechumenate and liturgy in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois for many years. He was a team member with the North American Forum on the Catechumenate and active in the regional and national work of the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions. In retirement, he still thinks and writes and talks about these essential topics. He and his wife, Jacqueline, now grandparents, live in Springfield, Illinois. Review Eliots genuine concern for and love of the RCIA comes through in this work. With its blend of personal witness, teachings of the Church, and very practical suggestions and models, this text would benefit any parishs initiation ministry. You will come away from it not only with the inspiration to want to do better for those who participate in the RCIA, but also equipped to do so. Thank you for this wonderful gift!Matthew Miller, Director, Office of Worship, Diocese of EvansvilleEliot Kapitans considerable experience, knowledge-and love-of the RCIA come to bear in Unfolding the Mystery of Christ. The vision he presents is at once faithful to the Churchs mission of forming disciples of Jesus Christ and a challenge to delve more deeply into the catechetical process. I am especially grateful for the practical strategies he offers and I look forward to using this book to inspire catechists in my diocese!Jonathan F. Sullivan, Director of Parish Ministries, Services, and Catechesis, Diocese of Lafayette-in-IndianaUnfolding the Mystery of Christ is a fantastic new resource for all who care about the process of initiating new Christians. It spreads before the reader the exciting, life-giving adventure which Initiation should be, not only for the catechumens, but for catechists, sponsors, other parish ministers, and the entire parish. Few people can bring to this topic the depth of experience and wisdom that Eliot Kapitan brings to this book. Even fewer people can bring catechesis and liturgy together harmoniously the way Kapitan does. Richly documented yet very practical, this book is a must-read for Initiation teams and clergy.Rev. Michael Connors, CSC, University of Notre DameThe great gift of this book is that it has been written by someone with decades of parish and diocesan experience. Its conversational style draws the reader in and encourages effective habits among RCIA team members and parish communities. In Part One, Kapitan lays a firm foundation with an authentic vision of the RCIA, substantiated by the Churchs documents and liturgical texts. Chapter Four offers an impressive history of the Churchs major catechetical texts and the methods they have endorsed. In Part Two, he examines common errors in parish practice, yet offers practical solutions and effective catechetical preparations based upon Scripture. Throughout, he cites "helpful resources" for every issue, including annotated bibliographies. This book should be mandatory reading for all who journey with catechumens and candidates.Rita A. Thiron, Executive Director, FDLCInformational. Inspirational. Practical. Eliot is so knowledgeable about all aspects of the RCIA and explains formation in a way that can be understood and appreciated by the novice to the seasoned catechist. This is a resource that I will return to again and again. All will want this book in their library.Sue A. Huett, Director, Department of Pastoral Services and Office of Worship, Diocese of Belleville"If you are searching for a sound and well written starting point for planning RCIA in your parish, look no further."Catholic Media Association Review Quote Unfolding the Mystery of Christ is a fantastic new resource for all who care about the process of initiating new Christians. It spreads before the reader the exciting, life-giving adventure which Initiation should be, not only for the catechumens, but for catechists, sponsors, other parish ministers, and the entire parish. Few people can bring to this topic the depth of experience and wisdom that Eliot Kapitan brings to this book. Even fewer people can bring catechesis and liturgy together harmoniously the way Kapitan does. Richly documented yet very practical, this book is a must-read for Initiation teams and clergy. Rev. Michael Connors, CSC, University of Notre Dame Details ISBN0814665551 Author Eliot Kapitan Short Title UNFOLDING THE MYST OF CHRIST Publisher Liturgical Press Language English ISBN-10 0814665551 ISBN-13 9780814665558 Format Paperback DEWEY 268.82 Year 2020 Publication Date 2020-04-15 Subtitle Sunday by Sunday Formation of Catechumens UK Release Date 2020-04-15 Imprint Liturgical Press Place of Publication Collegeville, MN Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2020-04-15 NZ Release Date 2020-04-15 US Release Date 2020-04-15 Pages 168 Alternative 9780814665800 Audience General Series TeamRCIA We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:127346336;

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