Fostering Prayer, purification and the devotional life CAT105 Session 5 Children’s Catechesis April 3, 2019

1. Characteristics of Purification/Enlightenment April 3, 2019 1. Characteristics of Purification/Enlightenment Prayer and meditation on the Word of God/Deposit of Faith Turning away from sin and repentance Deeper knowledge of Christ the Savior Lent Keywords: Interior Transformation, Death to Self

3. Practical Ways to Pray with Children April 3, 2019 3. Practical Ways to Pray with Children Spontaneous private or group prayer Psalms, hymns, spiritual songs Special community Masses/Rosaries Ongoing opportunities for Confession Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament Prayer with Mary, May Crowning Devotions and Feast Days Family Prayer Times, such as meals and bedtime

4. Elements in prayer with children April 3, 2019 4. Elements in prayer with children Environment and Sacred space with Scriptures Silence Intentions (spoken or written) Scripture Prayer cards Icons to help focus Music

2. Signs of Conversion/Growth in Prayer April 3, 2019 2. Signs of Conversion/Growth in Prayer Deepening of their growth Evidence of unpacking and applying teaching to their lives. (Parents may see this more than the catechist.) Deepening prayer life Turning away from sin A desire to help others and serve A desire and focus for reception of sacraments.

April 3, 2019 For Discussion List five practical ways you can help your children hear and respond to Jesus’ the invitation to pray.