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n. - Oral religious instruction (as before baptism or confirmation).

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  • The need for mystagogical catechesis is absolutely necessary in being able to fully enter into the sacred mysteries in the liturgy; mind, body, heart, and soul.
  • Many Orthodox children go to our parishes for catechesis, which is also conducted by Orthodox teachers.
  • The answers to such questions come through liturgical catechesis which is also an important part of the new liturgical movement.
  • Q: Why do you call catechesis a "craft"?
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