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by Joe Paprocki (Author)
Thrive as a religious educator!
The original Catechist's Toolbox sold over 150,000 copies and is one of the best-known books in the catechetical field. In The Catechist's Toolbox 2.0, Joe Paprocki returns with a revised and updated handbook
filled with the knowledge and tools catechists need to facilitate a spiritual encounter with Jesus. In our post-pandemic, smartphone-driven, modern world, Joe offers catechists a practical framework that pairs the needs of today's learners with the vision of evangelizing catechesis, including:
- step-by-step strategies for adapting lessons to today's tech-savvy learners
- techniques to create a climate of prayer using the language of mystery to help learners establish an authentic relationship with Jesus Christ
- tips and tactics for lesson planning, such as following a catechetical process, integrating Scripture, handling discipline, and using technology
Author Biography
Joe Paprocki, D.Min., is National Consultant for Faith Formation at Loyola Press, where, in addition to his traveling/speaking responsibilities, he works on the development team for faith formation curriculum resources including Finding God: Our Response to God's Gifts. Joe has more than 40 years of experience in ministry and has presented keynotes, presentations, and workshops in more than 150 dioceses in North America. Joe is a frequent presenter at national conferences including the Los Angeles Religious Education Congress, the Mid-Atlantic Congress, and the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership. He is the author of over 20 books, including the best sellers The Catechist's Toolbox and A Well-Built Faith, as well as A Church on the Move, Under the Influence of Jesus, Living the Sacraments, and Called to Be Catholic--a bilingual, foundational supplemental program that helps young people know their faith and grow in their relationship with God.
