Published: 2022-12-30

The Importance and Specificity of Dialogue in Catechesis

Halina Wrońska
Seminare. Learned Investigations
Section: Theology
https://doi.org/10.21852/sem.2013.33.03

Abstract

Catechesis is intrinsically geared towards the salvific process which goes on between God and man. This process has the structure of an interpersonal dialogue. The task of catechesis is to help young people to engage in a dialogue with God. In the structure of catechesis, pride of place goes to personal contact. It consists in the sharing of the experience of faith and human values which takes place as part of a common search for the will of God. Catechetical dialogue should be characterized by a pursuit of truth; clarity of expression; respect for the other person; transcending one’s thought patterns in order to find new possibilities for understanding and constructive cooperation through a shared quest; and the ability to remain silent and open up to the other person to understand their viewpoint from the inside.

Keywords:

dialogue, interpersonal meeting, co‑operation, pursuit of truth, trust, freedom, responsibility

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Wrońska, H. (2022). The Importance and Specificity of Dialogue in Catechesis. Seminare. Learned Investigations, 33, 39–50. https://doi.org/10.21852/sem.2013.33.03

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