Mystagogy

(Post-baptismal Catechesis)

These sessions provide opportunities to lead the neophyte into a deeper embrace of the faith and communal life of the Catholic Church. There are two options for this period: the Liturgical Sessions and the Monthly Gatherings. The Liturgical Sessions follow the Sunday Readings from Easter Sunday through Pentecost Sunday.

The Monthly Gatherings flow from the community's experience of the Easter Vigil. Each monthly session focuses on one aspect, symbol, or action of the Easter Vigil to help unpack the hidden mysteries with the neophytes. Participants are encouraged to reflect on each aspect in order to probe the mystery of the faith, savor the sweetness of Salvation from Christ, and then inspire others to spread the Gospel.

Young Apprentices users are provided with Easter Season sessions to help the OCIA team members, young neophytes, their godparents and sponsors, parents and families "unpack the mysteries" of the celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation.

 

First Sunday of Easter/Easter Sunday (April 20, 2025)

No First Sunday of Easter/Easter Sunday sessions for Young Apprentices.

Second Sunday of Easter/Divine Mercy Sunday (April 27, 2025)

Third Sunday of Easter (May 4, 2025)

Fourth Sunday of Easter (May 11, 2025)

Fifth Sunday of Easter (May 18, 2025)

Sixth Sunday of Easter (May 25, 2025)

Ascension of the Lord (June 1, 2025)

Pentecost Sunday (June 8, 2025)

 

MONTHLY SESSIONS

1. Lighting and Blessing of New Fire

2. Processing with the Light of Christ

3. Listening to Sacred Scripture

4. Imploring the Saints' Intercession

5. Professing the Faith

6. Immersion into Baptismal Waters

7. Putting on the White Robe

8. Anointing with Sacred Chrism

9. Presenting the Gifts of Bread and Wine

10. Offering a Sign of Peace

11. Partaking in Holy Communion

12. Dismissal into the World