The Order of Christian Initiation of Adults calls for suitable catechesis, “divided into steps and fully presented, suited to the liturgical year and supported by Celebrants of the Word, leads them not only to a suitable knowledge of dogmas and precepts, but also to an intimate knowledge of the mystery of salvation, which they desire to make on their own.” (O.C.I.A. #75(1), 80). Using the Lectionary & Catechism Alignment Tool (LCAT) explained below, the parish O.C.I.A. team can discern catechetical topics for the entire catechumenate and liturgical year.

The Lectionary & Catechism Alignment Tool (LCAT)

The Lectionary & Catechism Alignment Tool makes use of:

  • a) the church year
  • b) the gospel for each Sunday and each liturgical cycle of readings
  • c) relevant citations from the Catechism of the Catholic Church
  • d) suggested catechetical content or focus

The LCAT was developed in 1999 and revised in 2007 by Mrs. Rita Thiron, Diocese of Lansing, MI, and presented as a resource at the 2007 national meeting of the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions.  The “catechetical content” column was added in 2009 by Mrs. Carmen Cayon, for the Office of Evangelization and Lifelong Faith Formation, Diocese of St. Petersburg.

Franciscan at Home
Franciscan at Home is a resource provided by The Catechetical Institute at Franciscan University of Steubenville. It’s work and ministry is to prepare clergy, religious and laity to join the “army of catechists” called for by St. John Paul II, eager to help the Church in her mission of making all nations joyful disciples of Jesus Christ.

They combine a thorough formation in Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and Magisterial documents with training in effective pedagogical techniques to help those they serve to grasp the truth, goodness, and beauty of the Father’s plan, and to bear witness to others faithfully of the wonderful life of grace in the Holy Spirit. available to those who are involved in parish catechumenate ministry – both novice and experienced. They provide insightful and helpful resource materials and formation that you may use with your O.C.I.A. team and participants.