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| Your shortlist | Liguori PublicationsJourney of Faith for Children An RCIA program designed for children of catechetical age. It introduces the Catholic faith through engaging activities, stories, and lessons that align with the liturgical rites of initiation. | Word on Fire (Bishop Barron)Catholicism Study Program A ten-lesson video and print study for adults, also offered for use in OCIA. The combined guide includes participant study materials, facilitator instructions, and suggested responses. |
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| Publisher | Liguori Publications | Word on Fire (Bishop Barron) |
| Category | OCIA | OCIA |
| Ages | Children | Adults |
| Format | Print booklets and leader guides | video + print |
| Sessions | 44 lessons across all OCIA periods | 10 lessons |
| Price (as published) | $19.99 / child packet | Combined Facilitator/Study Guide $29.95; Film Series DVD/Blu-ray $99.95 on Word on Fire Bookstore |
| Spanish edition | yes | yes (CATOLICISMO Guia de Estudio $29.95 and Serie CATOLICISMO Pelicula $99.95 on Word on Fire Bookstore) |
| Leader guide | The leader guide includes age-appropriate activities, crafts, and teaching strategies for catechists working with children in the RCIA process. | Combined guide includes Facilitator's How-To Guide, suggested responses and full study guide; Word on Fire says its study programs suit OCIA. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
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