Catechesis

Ascension of the LordFrom a Sermon by Saint Augustine Today our Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven; let our hearts ascend with him. Listento the words of the Apostle: If you have risen with Christ, set your hearts on the things thatare above where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God; seek the …

Read moreFrom the Rector, Seventh Sunday of Easter, Ascension of the Lord, 5/21/23, Cycle A

Vocational Sacraments (Holy Orders and Holy Matrimony) Holy Order •Background o Ordination, consecration o OT (Fathers, Moses and 70, Aaron and sons, Levites) o Jesus the High Priest (Hebrews) o Baptismal priesthood (Body of Christ) and ministerial (Christ the Head) •Degrees (and succession) o Bishops , Priests, Deacons •Matter and Form o Man free to …

Read moreFrom the Rector/Catechesis, Fifth Sunday of Easter, 5/7/2023

Liturgy of the Eucharist at MassFrom the General Instruction of the Roman Missal The Preparation of the Gifts

Liturgy of the Word at Mass From the General Instruction of the Roman Missal 55. The main part of the Liturgy of the Word is made up of the readings from Sacred Scripture together with the chants occurring between them. As for the Homily, the Profession of Faith, and the Universal Prayer, they develop and …

Read moreFrom the Rector/Catechesis, Third Sunday of Easter, 4/23/23

Theology of the EucharistParagraphs from the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1406 Jesus said: “I am the living bread that came down from heaven; if any one eats of this bread, he will live for ever; . . . he who eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life and . . . …

Read moreFrom the Rector, Divine Mercy Sunday, 4/16/2023

“Reconstructing the Holy Week from Scripture” Adapted from CNA Friday: Preparation Day, the PassoverThe disciples arranged for the Passover meal, which took place after sundown onThursday. We might call it Friday Eve, because by Jewish reckoning, the day begins withthe previous sunset. That’s why we call 24 December “Christmas Eve.” Jesus and thedisciples ate the …

Read moreFrom the Rector/Catechesis, Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord, 4/2/2023

“12 Ways to Make Holy Week More Meaningful”Adapted from Simply Catholic This week’s FORMED.org recommendation: Preparing for Holy Week | The Augustine Institute with Dr. Tim Gray and Dr. Mark Giszczak (any and all choices); Triduum: A Spiritual Pilgrimage

Liturgy of ConfirmationParagraphs of the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1293 In treating the rite of Confirmation, it is fitting to consider the sign of anointing and what itsignifies and imprints: a spiritual seal. Anointing, in Biblical and other ancient symbolism, is rich inmeaning: oil is a sign of abundance and joy; it cleanses (anointing …

Read moreFrom the Rector/Catechesis, Fourth Sunday of Lent, 3/19/2023

Theology of ConfirmationParagraphs from the Catechism of the Catholic Church 1315 “Now when the apostles at Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent to them Peter and John, who came down and prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit; for it had not yet fallen on any …

Read moreFrom the Rector/Catechesis, Third Sunday of Lent, 3/12/2023

Going to Confession What to do: – Examine your conscience, asking the help of the Holy Spirit to know your sins. – Begin “In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. Bless me Father, it has been [how long] since my last confession. I am [married/single/etc.] These …

Read moreFrom the Rector/Catechesis, Second Sunday of Lent, 3/5/2023