CATHOLIC PASTORAL PRACTICES

Welcome

This information is provided by Monsignor Joseph Chambers, retired priest of the Archdiocese of Glasgow and former director of Adult and Religious Education. His pastoral experience was gained as parish priest of the parish of Our Lady of Good Counsel in the city of Glasgow. For many years he was Vice President of the Catholic Education Commission Scotland and also an active member of Glasgow City Council, Education Commitee.

CATHOLIC PASTORAL PRACTICES

HOME BAPTISM INITIATION MARRIAGE FUNERALS CARE OF SICK

This information is intended for parents of school-age children and teachers who are imparting Religious Education within a Catholic school environment.

The contents of these documents are related to the present day teaching of the Catholic Church in relation to Doctrine, Liturgy and Catholic practices. There are also special sections on Catholic Marriage and arranging a funeral in the Catholic Church.

Baptism

The first Sacrament of initiation for either child or adult. Why it is important. How to prepare child or adult. The importance of Godparents or Sponsors. The choice of name.

Marriage

The very essence and basis of the Christian Family.

Preparation for marriage is absolutely essential for couples of all ages. Reviewing the social, psychological and spiritual aspects of marriage are part of every marriage preparation course. These suggestions have been prepared by lay people who are married, assisted by a parish priest.

In the present age, many people simply start living together, some go on to marriage, others do not, and for others the relationship breaks down. How does the Church view divorce?

Homosexual and Lesbian relationships in the context of Christian marriage.

Pastoral care of gay Christians

within the local Christian/Catholic community

For More Information Contact : tjc.chambers@gmail.com

Initiation

Preparing children for Sacraments of Initiation including Reconciliation, Confirmation and First Holy Communion, is always a challenging task for parents and teachers. Here some suggestions are given from pastoral experience.

Funerals

Preparing a Catholic Funeral. Suggestions for Readings, Prayers of the Faithful and Music. Homily notes.

Care Of The Sick

Whilst modern medicine has made incredible advances in recent years there is still a huge place for faith and spirituality in the care of those who are ill.

This looks at the background and recent development of the Sacrament of the Sick and how it is of benefit to a patient either at home or in hospital

He has been involved in the development of curricular materials for Religious Education and also in the research and development of Health, Social and Sexual Education programmes