Comments for Catechist's Journey

Comment on Church History by Gemma Cots

Gemma Cots — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 13:28:48 +0000

Hi, I think history is so interesting, it was always my favourtie subject at school. I think the work you are doing in helping children learn about history, and how we have evolved is fantastic. Keep up the good work!

Comment on More On Oprah’s “Spirituality” Classes by Marian

Marian — Fri, 20 Jun 2008 12:36:12 +0000

Joe, very wonderful insights. Your summary provides me with a better understanding. It is very helpful and I really apprecicate that. Thank you very much.

Comment on Time to Let the Brain Lie Fallow by Joe

Joe — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 22:23:41 +0000

Kate, thanks. Enjoy Quebec. -joe

Comment on Time to Let the Brain Lie Fallow by Kate

Kate — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 19:17:09 +0000

Hi Joe,

I hope you have a wonderful vacation with your
family Joe! Relax and enjoy your two weeks.

Our vacation is in Quebec this summer. My
husband is going as a delegate to the Knights of Columbus convention.

Kate

Comment on Summer Intensive R.E. by Joe

Joe — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 13:28:14 +0000

Christina, it sounds like your parish has a pretty solid approach to the school year/summer intensive model. How wonderful that the children are retaining knowledge of their faith from year to year. Thanks for sharing.

Comment on Summer Intensive R.E. by Christina

Christina — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 12:37:34 +0000

My church uses both types of programs (school year and summer intensive) and my children participate in the summer program. I love it! They are learning so much more about their faith than I did at their age. We have three cycles that the children go through twice (once in grades 4-6 and then the second in grades 7-9). I teach the program as well (grade 7)and I’m always impressed at how much the children remember from year to year!

Comment on Catechists Have Authority to Expel Unclean Spirits by Joe

Joe — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 03:13:46 +0000

Thanks, Caron and welcome! -joe

Comment on Catechists Have Authority to Expel Unclean Spirits by CLS

CLS — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 23:33:46 +0000

Hi,

This is my first time to your site and found this article very insightful.. Thank you!

Have you ever seen “Is It Real” on exorcism by Natl. Geographic?I tried to download it, but cannot view for some reason… I heard it was very interesting…

Anyway, the Word of God certainly has power!!!!! So, yes, teach it, in season and out of season!!!

Also, of special interest on exorcisms of sorts and Benny Hinn,
You will probably really appreciate the video on http://www.justinpeters.org... He is very insightful and articulate as he shares on the metaphysical roots of the Word of Faith movement and the damage it is done in the church.

God bless you!

Caron

Comment on Catechists Have Authority to Expel Unclean Spirits by Joe

Joe — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:45:26 +0000

Precisely my point, Joe M. Thanks for reminding me (us) about the Scrutinies. I recall doing the “Linda Blair Disclaimer” many times when working in the RCIA and explaining the minor exorcisms! Thanks.

Comment on Catechists Have Authority to Expel Unclean Spirits by Joe M.

Joe M. — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 15:41:40 +0000

The Scrutinies that take place during RCIA are intended to do just what you are referring to, Joe!

Everyone freaks out when they hear that a component of each of the Scrutinies is a ‘minor exorcism” Immediately, the imagination goes to Linda Blair, spinning heads and pea soup!

However, when one reads what the Rite has to say about the exoricsm, he or she learns that they are intended to:

1.) Uncover and heal all weakness in the elect

2.) Strengthen all that is strong and good in the elect (see RCIA 141)

The same can be said of the rest of the community as they travel through Lent. The question to be asked is the same, “What obstacles are preventing me from completely accepting the gift of God’s Grace and making it fruitful in my life?”