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This session will address the inclusive adaptation of the OCIA for persons with disabilities, exploring how to modify rites, materials, and formation processes to accommodate physical, intellectual, or sensory needs while preserving sacramental integrity. It will emphasize collaboration with families, caregivers, and specialists to ensure accessibility, alongside fostering a welcoming community that honors each individual’s dignity. Attendees will gain practical strategies and resources to create an equitable initiation journey for all participants.

This webinar will examine the various rites within the catechumenate period, including Celebrations of the Word, Minor Exorcisms, Blessings, and Anointings, to strengthen their journey toward God. It will provide a detailed breakdown of the liturgical texts, symbols, and their theological significance, equipping leaders to conduct these rites with reverence and understanding. Participants will gain hands-on guidance to integrate these rituals into the formation process, enhancing the spiritual depth of the catechumens.

Orientation for new Parish Catechetical leaders

Our annual conference for early childhood educators features a lively keynote, engaging workshops, and lots of opportunities for fellowship and networking. Look for more details soon!

This session will explore the catechumenate, aligning formation with the liturgical calendar to deepen understanding of seasonal mysteries, while employing andragogical principles to engage adult learners through prayer, retreats, and service opportunities. It will emphasize building a supportive community to foster mutual growth and accountability among catechumens, sponsors, and team members. Attendees will receive practical tools to design a holistic formation program that integrates these elements for a transformative experience.

Join us for a virtual lunch-and-learn with OEC Associate Director for Systematic Childhood Catechesis Sr. Maria Goretti

Our monthly virtual conversation on faith and racial justice based on the USCCB document, "Open Wide Our Hearts"

This webinar will address the unique needs of children in the OCIA process, focusing on adapting the inquiry phase to build foundational faith understanding and the catechumenate to nurture their spiritual growth. It will explore age-appropriate methods, parental involvement, and the integration of child-friendly liturgical experiences to support their journey toward initiation. Participants will gain strategies to create engaging sessions that align with canonical guidelines and respect the developmental stages of young catechumens.

A day of worship, fellowship, and formation for those involved in ministry to persons with disabilities, and those who are looking to make their parish or ministry more inclusive! To receive more information about this conference, and all of the good work happening in this ministry, email Melissa Alvarez, Associate Director for MPD, at [email protected]

Esta sesión explorará el catecumenado en lengua española, alineando la formación con el calendario litúrgico para profundizar en la comprensión de los misterios estacionales, empleando principios de andragogía para involucrar a los adultos mediante oración, retiros y oportunidades de servicio adaptadas al contexto hispano. Destacará el papel de la comunidad en apoyar a los catecúmenos de habla hispana, incorporando tradiciones como posadas o novenas para fortalecer los lazos. Los participantes aprenderán a adaptar estos elementos en un programa culturalmente sensible que promueva un desarrollo profundo de la fe.

Join us for a virtual lunch-and-learn with OEC Associate Director for Sacraments Matt Kiernan and General Counsel for the Archdiocese of Galveston Houston Frank Rynd

Esta sesión abordará las necesidades únicas de los niños en el proceso de la OCIA, adaptando la fase de consulta para construir una comprensión básica de la fe y el catecumenado para nutrir su crecimiento espiritual. Explorará métodos apropiados para su edad, la participación de los padres y la integración de experiencias litúrgicas amigables para niños que apoyen su camino hacia la iniciación. Los participantes aprenderán estrategias prácticas para crear sesiones atractivas que se alineen con las directrices canónicas y respeten las etapas de desarrollo de los catecúmenos jóvenes.

Our monthly virtual conversation on faith and racial justice based on the USCCB document, "Open Wide Our Hearts"

Join us for a virtual lunch-and-learn with OEC Associate Director for Adult Faith Formation in English Brian Garcia-Luense

Our monthly virtual conversation on faith and racial justice based on the USCCB document, "Open Wide Our Hearts"

Join us for a virtual lunch-and-learn with OEC Associate Director for PCL & Catechist Formation Miguel Vences

Our monthly virtual conversation on faith and racial justice based on the USCCB document, "Open Wide Our Hearts"

Join us for a virtual lunch-and-learn with OEC Associate Director for Childhood Systematic Catechesis Sr. Maria Goretti

Our monthly virtual conversation on faith and racial justice based on the USCCB document, "Open Wide Our Hearts"