In order to chart a new course for adolescent catechesis, systemic change in the way we think about and do adolescent catechesis is required. Because this level of systemic transformation requires a long-term vision rather than a short-term program, the Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis has carefully crafted a bold and comprehensive seven-year, eight-step process of transformation called the National Initiative on Adolescent Catechesis. The rationale behind the National Initiative on Adolescent Catechesis is to create a new paradigm for how the church effectively forms the faith of young people and to assist parishes and schools across the country in assessing and re-thinking their methods and structures in this new light. More on the goals of the Initiative...

The National Symposium on Adolescent Catechesis, a gathering of one hundred invited experts, practitioners and leaders from various disciplines throughout the country will be held November 5-8, 2008. The symposium will address the question: What is necessary for effective adolescent catechesis in the Catholic Church given the current and emerging environments in the United States?

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The National Intiative on Adolescent Catechesis will be hosting Virtual Symposiums that will have the same content and structure as the National Symposium. If you are interested in learning more or hosting one at your parish or diocese, click here...