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"How-to" guidelines for catechists and universal norms for evangelization. Evangelization is the responsibility of every Catholic and the collective mission of the whole Church. Catechesis, as an integral part of evangelization, plays a vital role in educating and forming individuals in the teachings and traditions of the Faith. In this light, the Directory for Catechesis (2020) offers "how-to" guidelines for catechesis and presents universal norms to guide pastors and catechists in the work of evangelization. The Dicastery for Evangelization presents the Directory to guide the proclamation of the Gospel to people of all ages and in all seasons of life. The Directory for Catechesis: Places catechetical instruction and formation of catechetical teachers clearly within the realm of evangelization Offers guidelines to assist in the creation of local directories and catechisms Clarifies the importance of catechetical renewal in Christian communities Affirms the presentation of the Catholic Faith articulated in the Catechism of the Catholic Church as a sound point of reference for instruction Draws deeply from Scripture and the writings of recent popes, especially Pope Francis' Evangelii Gaudium The Directory for Catechesis is indispensable for all those responsible for formal religious instruction, including bishops, priests, deacons, lay and religious catechists, and religious education teachers in dioceses, parishes, and schools. It also aids directors of formation who train the faithful in the forms and means of catechesis. This new edition of the Directory features: A newly designed cover with beautiful sacred art Colored tabs with paragraph numbers at the top of each page for easy navigation Carefully designed pages to make each page readable, organized, and inviting An explanation of who the document was written for, where it comes from, and what purpose it seeks to serve in the mission of the Church The official text of this work written by the Vatican's Dicastery of Evangelization. This edition is part of The Vatican Collection from Ascension, which features official documents from the Vatican previously published by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB).

Join a little Donkey as he discovers his big purpose and God's plan for his life by becoming the donkey that carries Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.

In every age, the Church must proclaim anew the beauty and abundance of grace contained in the Sacrament of Marriage. Married couples constitute the majority of the faithful, and they are often pillars of support in parishes, schools, apostolates, volunteer groups, and almost every other Catholic institution. Beginning with his apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia, Pope Francis has expressed his desire for the Church to offer a better and more thorough preparation of engaged couples for marriage. The Holy Father has called for a relatively broad approach, inspired by the baptismal catechumenate, that would enable couples to celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage with greater awareness, beginning with an experience of faith and personal encounter with Jesus. Catechumenal Pathways for Married Life provides pastoral guidelines for dioceses and parishes in strengthening preparation for the Sacrament of Marriage. By investing renewed energy toward this effort, the Church can help couples understand the gift of the Sacrament of Marriage, the meaning of spousal love, and marriage as their authentic vocation.

Guide to Ongoing Formation for Priests was developed by the USCCB Committee on Clergy, Consecrated Life and Vocations. It was approved by the full body of bishops at the June 2023 Plenary Assembly. It is a pastoral document intended to "help each priest to take stock of his life and ministry and to discern and formulate an individualized plan of formation", since "the priest himself is principally and primarily responsible for his own ongoing formation. The Guide sets forth principles for the life and ministry of priests, a description of a holy, healthy priesthood, and the means of formation available to priests.

Program of Priestly Formation (PPF), sixth edition, was developed by the USCCB Committee on Clergy, Consecrated Life, and Vocations and promulgated on June 24, 2022, the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Released in accordance with Ratio Fundamentalis Institutiones Sacerdotalis, issued by the Vatican in 2019, the PPF serves as a guide for seminaries in developing programs to form men for the ministerial priesthood. This important document sets forth the nature and mission of the ministerial priesthood and establishes norms for the admission and formation of candidates, as well as norms for the governance and administration of seminaries.

Discover the Eucharist at the heart of Christmas. "Twinkling lights, manger scene--midnight Mass, what could it mean? Christmas Eve is here! Jesus comes to us still now. Lift each page and you'll see how." More than gifts and holiday traditions, Christmas celebrates the miraculous birth of our Savior. While this truth is clear to parents and grandparents, communicating the spiritual significance of this holiday to children can be a challenge. Now, children can rejoice in Christ's birth at midnight Mass and every Mass. From the author of the bestselling My First Interactive Mass Book, Jennifer Sharpe, comes a creative Christmas story designed to guide children ages 6-10 in discovering the profound meaning of Christmas and how this connects to the wonders of the Mass. Featuring child-friendly rhyming text, vibrant illustrations, and full-page, open-out flaps, The Mass and the Manger: My Interactive Christmas Story helps parents make Christmas spiritually meaningful for children. Journey to Bethlehem while following the story with two young Catholics' nativity experience to uncover the meaning of Christmas in the Mass. With each turn of the page, the right-hand side unveils a scene from the Christmas story, while the open-out flap presents a scene from the Mass, drawing children into the wonders of the first Christmas and the miracle of the Eucharist. This 24-page hardcover story promises to become a cherished addition to your family's holiday traditions and will lead young hearts toward a deeper understanding of both the Incarnation and the Mass, during the Christmas season and throughout the year.

Lay the foundation for a lifetime of prayer with a book that children will love. Like any new skill, young Catholics need guidance when learning how to pray. Jesus and Me: Talking with My Greatest Friend provides children with a clear yet flexible blueprint for meaningful conversations with Our Lord--conversations that can develop into a lifelong relationship with Jesus. More than just a collection of prayers to recite, Jesus and Me provides children with eighty prayer options that offer sweet, simple, and reassuring guidance for learning how to pray. It helps them understand how and why they should pray to their divine friend, Jesus. Written by Melissa Kirking, a Catholic mother and teacher, this full-color, spiral-bound book has been creatively designed so that children will want to use it. It highlights the four types of prayer--adoration, gratitude, contrition, and petition--by providing: A unique color for each type of prayer Options for praying in these four ways using a variety of styles and methods, such as Scripture, journaling, meditation, and drawing to appeal to all young minds 80 "Prayer Possibilities" offering ideas for talking and listening to Jesus Child-friendly explanations and "Words to Know" for each type of prayer Instructions for Eucharistic Adoration, the Rosary, and the Divine Mercy Chaplet By giving children the tools they need to talk with Jesus, Jesus and Me transforms something that may at first seem overwhelming, boring, or bewildering into a divine friendship that will guide them throughout their lives.

"Have you ever wondered if you are doing this whole 'womanhood thing' right? Lisa Cotter sure did. Coming of age in a world that told her women should be like men, she often found herself confused and frustrated with the concept of femininity. That was until she encountered St. John Paul II's writings on the "feminine genius". In Reveal the Gift: Living the Feminine Genius, Lisa uncovers a transformational vision of a woman's purpose, meaning, and gifts, which might not be exactly what you expect."--