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Training Article
What if we really believed this was life or death?
We like to think of Christian initiation as a gentle journey. But the truth is a lot of people show up to our parishes deeply wounded. And many times, their pain is not that obvious. On first glance, they may seem perfectly fine. But sometimes, beneath the surface, they are hurting from addiction, loneliness, anger…
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Q&A
Q&A: Why does the RCIA say that Easter Vigil is when we should baptize?
Q: What is the history of the Easter Vigil being the moment for the elect celebrating initiation? A. This is a great question! I wish there were an equally great answer. The truth is, it’s complicated. There are really two questions here. When did the church start celebrating the Easter Vigil, and when did the Easter…
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Reflection Question
Reflection Questions for Seekers: Year C – Ascension through the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
You can reflect on questions for every Sunday of the year by clicking here. Ascension Sunday Background: Today, with the alternate second reading, we get both Luke’s long description of the ascension of Jesus in Acts and the short version in his gospel. Both end with prayerful expectation, with a portrayal of a community in prayer waiting…
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Podcast
Episode 73: Six things every RCIA team needs to know about the Bible
In this edition, Nick and Diana will take a look at the Bible and some points that the United States bishops give us for reading the Bible. Be sure to grab a seat for Sunday Brunch, and we will serve you three delicious bites from the readings for the Sixth Sunday of Easter (A). And…
