Episode 74: Looking at the RCIA Through a Different Lens

In this episode, Chris and John are joined by Diana Macalintal, who is the co-founder of the Team RCIA. We talk about the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and how the RCIA is more like a process versus a program. Diana also explores how what is currently happening in your parish outside of the RCIA is a vital and integral part of sacramental preparation.

You can find out more about Diana Macalintal at www.TeamRCIA.com. Check out her latest book, Your Parish is the Curriculum: RCIA in the Midst of Community.

Episode 36: Envisioning A First Communion Preparation That Evangelizes

At long last, those preparing for First Communion are welcome to the table with all the faithful to be rejuvenated by the Body and Blood of Christ in the form of bread and wine. One of 3 sacraments that can be repeated, are we preparing young people for a lifetime of receiving this sacrament on a regular basis?

In this fourth episode in our series on sacramental preparation, Chris and John discover some best practices in developing a Communion preparation that truly evangelizes.