You’ve been given the date for the next celebration of the Rite of Acceptance (what the new translation calls the Rite for Entrance into the Catechumenate). Now what?

So much of the preparation for an effective celebration of a catechumenate rite involves preparing people, liturgically and spiritually, from the seeker to the presider and all the liturgical ministers, including the assembly. Here’s a checklist for what, who, and how you need to prepare for the Rite of Acceptance so that your seekers can begin their public journey well with the support of your entire community.