ON GOOD SOIL

Each member of our Christian community, especially those who share in the responsibility for evangelization and catechesis with adults – including those who work with the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA), in school boards, and in family, liturgy, chaplaincy, pastoral care and social justice areas – will find inspiration, sound direction and practical help in the pages of this guide.

On Good Soilbegins with a reflection on our present experience of culture and faith. It draws upon the work of many researchers and authors and employs the experienced eyes of faith to offer a helpful, practical picture of our Canadian reality. This document is then divided into five parts. Each section provides practical examples and suggestions for application.

• Part Oneoutlines the nature of evangelization and catechesis with adults in various stages.

• Part Twoexplores how the five criteria for proclaiming the Gospel message within the Catholic community are reflected in good catechetical practice.to our people

• Part Threeoffers practical help with methodology, including examples of application.

• Part Fourexamines the practicalities of adapting evangelization and catechesis to various ages and circumstances in adulthood, and to different environments, cultures and challenges.

• Part Fivefocuses on the various roles needed for effective leadership, and offers some practical help for assessing needs and engaging in effective pastoral planning for evangelization and catechesis with adults.

Readers will also encounter invitations to “ponder and discuss” as well as “pause and reflect.” These opportunities for reflection and dialogue can assist the individual as well as groups that may be working through this resource together.