Diocese of Oklahoma Catechumenate Course
The Diocese is pleased to announce a Diocesan-wide Catechumenate Course beginning in January 2025.
The Catechumenate is an intentional time of teaching and learning about our faith in preparation to begin or renew our commitment to the Baptized Life. It is an ancient practice of the Church, as one of the earliest forms of Christian formation.
We are offering a diocesan-wide Catechumenate to re-center ourselves in discipleship and develop a mature articulation of our life in Christ.
The Catechumenate course combines online learning, community, and spiritual retreat to provide an opportunity for those in the course to learn, share, pray, worship, and grow in faith. Throughout the Catechumenate course, you will see how the Story of God is the framework for understanding our own stories.
Course presentations are led by a variety of lay and clergy leaders throughout the Diocese.
If you have any questions, are interested in scholarships, please reach out to Kate Bond or Canon Steve at the Diocesan Office, kbond@epiok.org or canonsteve@epiok.org.
Registration
Who should take the Catechumenate?
Anyone who desires to deepen their understanding of their own faith and their knowledge of God.
Those interested in more fully embracing the Baptized Life and growing their own discipleship.
Anyone interested in the sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, or Renewal of our Baptismal identity.
Cost
The cost for the Catechumenate program is $150 and includes the retreat at St. Crispin’s. Scholarships are available on request.
Catechumenate Schedule
Online course times are always from 6:30 - 8:30 PM on Zoom. All classes are online except the retreats.
Jan 21st Introduction to the Catechumenate
Jan 28th Introduction to the Holy Scriptures
Feb 4th The Story of God’s People: The Hebrew Scriptures
Feb 11th Images of Jesus and the Gospels
Feb 18th Telling Our Story: Church History
Feb 25th Telling Our Story
Mar 4th Ash Wednesday at your local congregation
Mar 8th-9th Catechumenate Retreat at St. Crispin’s: Becoming Part of God’s Story
Mar 11th The Baptismal Covenant: The Apostles’ Creed
Mar 18th No Class
Mar 25 The Baptismal Covenant: The Promises
Apr 1st The Sacraments
April 8th Prayer
April 15th No Class, Holy Week
April 26th Final Retreat Day: Your Gifts and Continuing the Journey
