New Wineskins:
The Catechumenate …

Wednesday October 2, 2024

7:00P.M. – 9:00P.M.
VIA ZOOM

A rediscovery and renewal of the Adult Rites of Christian Initiation

This session is an essential formation opportunity for anyone involved in guiding catechumens on their journey to the Christian faith. This session offers an exploration of the RCIA process, helping participants understand its pastoral, catechetical, and liturgical dimensions.

Led by *Lucie Ruel McElligott*, a highly experienced expert in catechesis and liturgy, this training will provide practical tools to enrich your ministry, ensuring catechumens are effectively accompanied through each stage of their spiritual journey. Attending this session is crucial for deepening your understanding, enhancing your role, and renewing your approach to this vital ministry.

Topics covered:

 

  1. The key stages of the catechumenal journey, covering pastoral, catechetical, and liturgical aspects.
  2. Practical guidance on accompanying candidates in the RCIA process.
  3. Insights into the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA)
  4. Best Practices, resources and online tools to enhance your ministry.

This session is designed for a wide range of individuals involved in catechumenal ministry, including priests, parish coordinators, pastoral agents, catechists, and RCIA companions. Whether you’re guiding candidates through the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) or supporting them in their early steps in the faith, this formation will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to accompany catechumens more effectively on their spiritual journey.

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER:

We are honored to welcome Lucie Ruel McElligott, a seasoned expert with over 40 years of service in the Church. Lucie holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in theological studies from Concordia University, along with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She has extensive experience working with RCIA through her service in the Office for Liturgical Services and Faith Education at the Archdiocese of Montreal, and she continues her ministry at the Ignatian Spirituality Centre of Montreal.

Lucie’s wealth of knowledge and passion for the catechumenal process will offer invaluable insights into rediscovering and renewing the Rites of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA). You will leave equipped to better accompany catechumens on their transformative journey.

Registration

Suggested contribution  of $20

New Wineskins – Rediscovering and Renewing the Rites of Christian Initiation of Adults - October 2 2024

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