This resource provides catechists who lead RCIA dismissal sessions with the pastoral tools needed facilitating reflections and discussions about the Word of God with catechumens. It will help to develop the catechumens' relationship with Christ by internalizing the Word, concentrating their prayer around the Scriptures, and becoming familiar with the teachings of the Church. The easy-to-use, step-by-step format will make leading the dismissal an easy and prayerful experience for even...
More DescriptionThis resource provides catechists who lead RCIA dismissal sessions with the pastoral tools needed facilitating reflections and discussions about the Word of God with catechumens. It will help to develop the catechumens' relationship with Christ by internalizing the Word, concentrating their prayer around the Scriptures, and becoming familiar with the teachings of the Church. The easy-to-use, step-by-step format will make leading the dismissal an easy and prayerful experience for even inexperienced catechists for the entire liturgical year.The Living Word: Leading RCIA Dismissals, Year B includes:· Dismissal session guides for every Sunday and Holyday of Obligation for Year B· Seasonal overviews, Scripture backgrounds, and preparation materials for catechists· Seasonal dismissal texts for the priest celebrant· Complete reflection texts with discussion sparkers on the readings of the day· Centering ideas and closing prayer· Suggestions for additional catechetical topics that are connected to the readings of the day· An appendix with special dismissal guides for the elect on the Rite of Acceptance, Rite of Sending, Rite of Election, and the three Scrutinies