Direktorium pro katechezi - Papežská rada pro novou evangelizaci (2022)

The Directory for Catechesis summarizes the current view of the Catholic Church on catechesis and evangelization in today's world. Catechesis is not just the transmission of theoretical knowledge, but the introduction to the path of faith and accompanying a person on this journey. With appropriately chosen catechesis, personal faith in the risen Jesus Christ grows and matures within the community of the church. The fruit of catechesis is not only a living faith but also internally free action, independent thinking, and the ability to discern truth from what may deceive us. The document addresses catechesis in the evangelizing mission of the church, extensively discusses the personality of the catechist, and emphasizes that catechists are often the first witnesses of faith and proclaimers of God's word. The Directory describes various methods and styles of catechesis and provides valuable insights into catechesis in specific situations – particularly in families, schools, and parishes, but also among marginalized people. It deals in detail with catechesis at the local and diocesan levels and also addresses a number of other issues, such as the opportunities and pitfalls of the digital age, education for justice, ecumenism, interreligious dialogue, and more. A set of general principles and practical insights for everyday service is intended for catechists, educators, and religion teachers.