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21 programsWalk with those coming home.
17 programsOpen Scripture together.
26 programsNurture faith, year by year.
40 programsMeet them where they are.
16 programsLet faith take root at home.
17 programsGood resources, within reach
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Ascension
A foundational Bible study that explores the biblical roots of the words and gestures experienced in the Catholic Mass. It helps participants understand the profound significance of the liturgy.
$26.95 / study set
Sophia Institute for Teachers
A family catechesis program designed to help parents teach their children the Catholic faith at home. It follows a four-year cycle based on the pillars of the Catechism.
$24.95 / parent guide
Association for Catechumenal Ministry / Liturgy Training Publications
A comprehensive parish OCIA/RCIA catechetical program (On the Journey) developed by the Association for Catechumenal Ministry and distributed with Liturgy Training Publications and Comcenter, featuring 380 reproducible participant handouts and 60 doctrinal session plans.
Participant Book and USB Flash Drive $69.95; OCIA Catechist Manual $54.95; RCIA Leader Manual $64.95
Ascension
Twenty-session study tracing the birth and growth of the early Catholic Church guided by the Holy Spirit.
Workbook $35.95, Starter Pack $159.95
Agape Bible Study
Free, self-paced Catholic Bible studies available online. The studies bring together Scripture commentary, historical notes, and references to the Catechism.
Free (publisher: 'free Catholic online resource')
OSV Curriculum
A parish religious education curriculum for grades 1–6, combining print and online materials. The Catechist Edition includes background reading, timed lesson plans, and reproducible resources.
Parish Student Book $25.75 on orderosv.com ($21.99 with eBook via Communication Center); Catechist Edition $82.99 on orderosv.com
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