Revealing the mystery of faith: The role of the mystagogue

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8 thoughts on “Revealing the mystery of faith: The role of the mystagogue”

  1. “God is already at work in the lives of seekers, and our job is to help them see the miraculous ways in which God has been showing up in their lives. We walk alongside them, accompanying them as we explore the mystery of faith together.”
    I think this is the essence of our role as RCIA team members. Well said!

    1. Hi Toni. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I agree, that is the essence of our role as accompanists.

      1. Richard P Kamenitzer

        The Holy Spirit uses those in RCIA as both intermediaries and subjects. Our role is to be “open,” and “enthusiastic.” Guided by the magisterium, that which we convey needs to be both stimulating and inviting. “One word answers,” rarely suffice.

        Peace comes about with truth, justice, liberty and love. We need to see those of us as RCIA ambassadors – thus “peace-makers.”

        Richard Kamenitzer

  2. Clare Colella

    Hi, Nick. Thanks for this. Amen!
    In reading and re-reading your article, I considered that many of us are ourselves less aware of, or perhaps less attentive to and excited by, the mystery of God’s presence and action in our own lives. It is too easy to be busy about many things, so we neglect to take the time, quiet, and (perhaps) courage to discover and savor those small, simple and breathtaking ways that God is present in our lives.
    Even in the midst of busy or difficult times — or perhaps especially at those times — the moments we take to recognize and celebrate God’s presence and gifts are so precious! Thanks for the reminder! Peace and all blessings!

    1. Hi Clare. I agree about the way in which busy-ness can obscure our awareness of the mystery of God’s presence. That’s certainly true in my life. I think the saints among us are those who can recognize God’s presence even in the most difficult times. I’m not there yet!

  3. Orille Fernando

    Thank you Nick. I totally agree that the catechists’ role is to gently walk the journey of Faith, with the Catechumens. Much Prayer is needed in this journey asking the Holy Spirit to guide us in this wonderful task. Much love needs to be shown and shared….the Love that God is unconditionally blessing us with, through lour Lord, Jesus. God’s Blessings to you and Diana

    1. Hi Orille. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I really appreciate your insight about our role on the journey!

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