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This new Directory for Catechesis represents the work of over 80 experts over 5 years, reflecting a dynamic renewal in catechesis since its predecessor, and incorporating the magisterial wisdom of the most recent episcopal Synods and Pope Francis’s apostolic exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium. The Directory places catechetical instruction and formation of catechetical teachers clearly within the realm of evangelisation. It offers guidelines to assist in the creation of local directories and catechisms and clarifies the importance of catechetical renewal in Christian communities. The Directory will be indispensable for bishops and all those responsible for formal religious instruction, including priests, deacons, lay and religious catechists, and religious education teachers in dioceses, parishes, and schools. The Directory will also aid directors of formation who train the faithful in the forms and means of catechesis, including seminary rectors, directors of formation for the permanent ..

This new instruction from the Congregation for the Clergy tackles many of the issues surrounding the renewal or “conversion” of parish and diocesan structures into more missionary entities, including ways of assigning pastoral ministry within the parish, the role of the pastoral council, the provision of the sacraments, and the suppression or merging of parishes...

A new relationship is beginning between two extremely different cultures. It's a relationship that will be tested to its very limits. There will be uncertainty, hostility, injustice, hope and promise. Take a glance at New Zealand's early history from Captain Cook's visit in 1769 to when Maori invite missionaries to live amongst them in 1814. It's an exciting history - it's our history...

When Chief Te Pahi meets the Reverend Samuel Marsden on a visit to Australia in 1805, a new relationship begins--opening the way for a friendship between Maori and missionaries. Te Pahi is impressed with all the new things he learns, but one day he hears something he thinks is very wrong. He knows he will have to speak up...

Ruatara loves adventure. The young man from the chiefly line of Ngapuhi can't wait to set sail for England an meet the King. It's an adventure that will nearly cost him his life, and which will bring about enormous changes in his country...

Six year old Elizabeth Colenso screams in horror as her young Maori friend is violently taken from the classroom by an enemy warrior. She knows she will never see him again. This moment sparks a desire in Elizabeth to commit her life to spreading God's message of love and peace. It will be a life of hardship, sacrifice and challenging adventure...

Great changes have come to the heart of the warrior Chief Ngakuku. He has learned the way of peace. But a huge tragedy is about to overwhelm his family. Will he hold fast to this new way of living or will he go back to the old ways...

It is the late 1830s and an increasing number of people are migrating to New Zealand. The race for land is on. But trouble is brewing for the Maori people with the influx of British settlers. Letters of grave concern have been sent to the British Colonial Office. Something must be done...

Are you looking for more? The world tells you that it’s all about you – your emotions, your rights, your happiness. But these 100 devotions, scriptures, and prayers will show you that there’s more. There’s Jesus. And the truth is… it’s all about Him. Read His words, follow His steps, and live the life He has planned for you. ..

It is the 5th February, 1840. An important hui is being held at Waitangi in New Zealand. Officials, chiefs, setters and others have gathered to talk about the proposed Treaty of Waitangi. Vigorous debate is expected as the future of Aotearoa New Zealand is discussed...

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The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. JAMES 5:16 KJV Men face many unique circumstances in life – circumstances that call for specific prayer. What better basis for those prayers than God’s own perfect Word? Prayers and Promises for Men is a powerful collection of two hundred prayers, each based on a carefully selected Bible promise. Organized into fifty topics – including Courage, Family, Leaders, Purity, and more – Prayers and Promises for Men seeks God’s blessing in the practical, day-to-day issues of your life. Great as a personal “prayer starter,” Prayers and Promises for Men may change the way you approach prayer – and serve as a springboard to a deeper, more focused prayer time. ..

Can you give 3 minutes a day? Your life will cahnge and your faith will grow when you give time to Him each day. These 365 devotions can help. They'll get you into God's Word with wisdom on such relevant topics as courage, purity, identity, prayer, and becoming a strong man of God in as little as three minutes a day. ..

Got 3 minutes?... Take a few moments of your day to pause, reflect, and renew your spirit with these inspiring 3-minute readings. ..