Faith Formation

Catechesis is an education of children, young people and adults in the faith, which includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view to initiating the hearers into the fullness of Christian life.

Catechesis is built on a certain number of elements of the Church’s pastoral mission that have a catechetical aspect, that prepare for catechesis, or that spring from it. These elements are: the initial proclamation of the Gospel or missionary preaching through the kerygma to arouse faith, apologetics or examination of the reasons for belief, experience of Christian living, celebration of the sacraments, integration into the ecclesial community, and apostolic and missionary witness.

~ Catechesi Tradendae, 18

The Secretariat for Catechesis supports and provides resources for parishes as they accompany adults, youth and children on their catechetical journey from an initial encounter with Christ to becoming His disciples, bringing the light of Christ to the world.