Declining catechism attendance threatens children’s faith formation
Kottar bishop urged parents and parishes to prioritize catechism, warning many Catholic children lack essential faith formation and religious knowledge.
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Verapoly opens faith formation year with focus on peace, Scripture
Verapoly Archdiocese launches Faith Formation Year, to promote peace, study Scripture, practice charity, stewardship inspired by St. Francis of Assisi.
Thousand-day Bible reading initiative encourages families and students
Thamarassery Diocese programme encourages Catholic students’ daily Scripture reading, stronger parental involvement and deeper faith formation rooted in God’s word.
New catechetical directory strengthens faith formation in India
Latest ‘comprehensive guide’ links catechesis with evangelisation, worship and service, offering updated norms and culturally rooted guidance for faith formation across dioceses in India.