The
season of Lent brings with it an atmosphere of sacrifice, refinement, and
preparation. As we try to realize that depth of love that led to Christ’s
crucifixion, we may draw near to the disciplines of study & meditation. As
we seek to refine ourselves and prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ,
perhaps we aspire to spend more time in fasting and silence. During the weeks
of Lent, children will be invited to spend time in preparation as well. Through
a series of focused lessons and discussions, children who are interested will
have the opportunity to ready themselves for Baptism. Children will explore the
importance of Scripture & the Ten Commandments, will be guided through the
Lord’s Prayer, and will learn more about Prayer. This preparation class is
called “Catechism.” Catechesis is simply “an education in the faith of children, young people and adults which
includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally
speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view to initiating the
hearers into the fullness of Christian life” (from Catechism of the Catholic Church).
If your child has expressed interest in Baptism, I
encourage you to talk frankly and honestly with them and pray fervently for the
Lord’s guidance about whether or not to join the Catechism class. The Apostle
Peter wrote, “and this water symbolizes
baptism that now saves you also—not the removal of dirt from the body but the
pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the
resurrection of Jesus Christ” (1
Peter 3:21).
At Trinity, children will be
meeting during the 11:30 service with a Trinity Kids teacher in lieu of their
regular class time. Please sign in as usual, letting the Administrator know
that your child will be attending the Catechism class. The class will begin on
March 3rd and will continue until March 24th. Baptisms
will take place through immersion on the first Sunday after Easter during the
11:30 service. It is expected that catechumens will attend all four classes.
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