Dr. Sean Innerst

 Sacramental Prep in a Catechumenal Mode 

The Church has proposed that the catechumenate, what we now call the OCIA process, is to be the model for all catechesis. What does it mean to do sacramental preparation – at whatever stage – in a catechumenal style?  This talk will explore the structure and dynamism of the OCIA to find inspirations for a vital approach to preparation for the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation and First Holy Communion.

Dr. Arielle Harms

 Integrating the Family in Sacramental Preparation 

While the catechetical documents point out that parents are the primary catechists of their children, most parents are content to abrogate their responsibility, and catechetical programs are designed to accommodate. This talk will examine what the Church means when she says that parents are the primary catechists, and explore ways sacramental programs can assist parents in fulfilling this role.