Study

Key Concepts: Schools, RCIA, Catechesis, Apologetics

Objectives: to dramatically increase the level of knowledge for the average Catholic; to invite more individuals into RCIA each year; to provide the fullest preparation possible during the RCIA process; to keep new converts active in their parishes; to increase the vitality of our Catholic school - the OLPH Academy; to ensure Catholics have a strong foundation in apologetics

Tools: Parish study programs; recommended book lists; Dynamic Catholic’s Parish Book Program; recommended RCIA programs; sharing of best practices for keeping individuals involved in our parish; Catholic schools week; cross-promotion of events and initiatives

Prayer: “Grant, o merciful God, that I may ardently desire, prudently examine, truthfully acknowledge, and perfectly accomplish what is pleasing to Thee for the praise and glory of Thy name. Amen.” – St. Thomas Aquinas