Priority 5. Faith Formation and Catechesis

In this episode, we reflect on the priority of Faith Formation and Catechesis, responding to a widespread desire across the Archdiocese for formation that goes deeper — helping people understand not only what the Church teaches, but why faith matters in everyday life.This priority focuses on forming people of all ages as missionary disciples, nurturing a living relationship with Jesus that shapes daily choices, relationships, and witness in the world. Rooted in Scripture and Church teaching, the episode reminds us that baptism begins a lifelong journey of learning, following, and sharing faith, a responsibility entrusted to the whole People of God.Drawing directly from parish and school listening, the episode presents practical proposals and pastoral pathways to support faith development in families, schools, and parish communities. These include renewed sacramental preparation, post-sacramental support, youth faith initiatives, scripture study, mentoring, creative approaches to formation, and programmes that help young people engage with contemporary questions about faith and life.Listeners are invited to reflect prayerfully on how formation and catechesis can help people grow in confident, joyful faith and active participation in the life and mission of the Church.