![]() ![]() Some have been written as narratives, attempting to create a story of the faith that attracts believers to the beauty that resides there. ![]() Types of catechisms: Over the centuries, there have been many types of catechisms. The word catechism is applied to a written work that presents a full summary of beliefs that is created as a means of passing on those beliefs to others. Much of the New Testament can be seen as catechetical, as can many of the writings of early Church fathers such as Origen and Augustine. ![]() To celebrate this anniversary, this article will provide a brief introduction to the Catechism (henceforth CCC), including its history, an overview of the CCC, and finally, suggestions on how it can be used most effectively within ministry.Ī Brief History of the Catechism of the Catholic Churchįrom the earliest days of the Church, efforts have been made to present the beliefs of the faith clearly and completely. ![]() On that date, the Church celebrated both the fiftieth anniversary of the opening session of the Second Vatican Council and the twentieth anniversary of the publication, in French, of the original, provisional edition of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Two anniversaries of importance to the Catholic Church were marked on October 11, 2012. See the Expanded Study Guide at the end of this article for additional Reflection Questions and Exercises. ![]()
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