RCIA

Five Ways to Preach Mystagogically

Homily, Mystagogy, RCIA /

These approaches to preaching mystagogically are defined by Jan Michael Joncas in Forum Essay, Number 4: Preaching the Rites of Christian Initiation (Chicago, Illinois: Liturgy Training Publications, 1994) 95-117. The five approaches outlined by Joncas are: hallowing cosmic symbols; exploring anthropological patterns; celebrating biblical history; analyzing beliefs and behaviors; and revealing the future present. According […]

Five Ways to Preach Mystagogically

What is Mystagogy?

Handouts, Mystagogy, RCIA /

Mystagogy: Savoring the Mystery of God by Diana Macalintal © 2007, Diana Macalintal. All rights reserved. Whodunit? Secret? Science? God is a mystery, but not like an Agatha Christie novel, or a secret reserved only for special people, or a math problem to be solved. God is a mystery in the way that grandma’s love

What is Mystagogy?

How Do I Become Catholic? – Part 1: God is calling. Now what?

Evangelization, Inquiry, RCIA /

The following is Part 1 of a brief overview by Diana Macalintal of the initiation process for adults considering becoming Catholic. Based on material originally written for the Diocese of San José website, you are welcomed to use or adapt it for your own parishes. Click here to download a formatted handout (pdf) of this

How Do I Become Catholic? – Part 1: God is calling. Now what?

"God Glasses" for the Man Born Blind—A Scrutiny Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent

Homily, RCIA, Scrutinies /

The stories of the man born blind, the woman at the well and the raising of Lazarus from the dead are a set of readings that must always be proclaimed whenever we celebrate the Scrutinies. Why then are today’s readings so important for those who are preparing for initiation? Why are they so important for

"God Glasses" for the Man Born Blind—A Scrutiny Homily for the Fourth Sunday of Lent

RCIA Discernment: How do you know if they "know enough"?

Discernment, RCIA, Rite of Acceptance, Rite of Election /

How do you know if the inquirers or catechumens “know enough”? When are they ready to move to the next stage? Discerning readiness is often a subjective art. Discernment in terms of faith is not a completely rational process in the way that decision-making is often simply weighing the pros and cons and choosing the

RCIA Discernment: How do you know if they "know enough"?

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