Appendix 7 Guiding Principles for Catechesis
Guiding Principles for Catechesis
Anglican Church in North America
This document was produced by the Committee for Catechesis of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). Access it at http://
It presents a working definition of catechesis and the catechumenate, together with guiding principles for implementing this disciple-making initiative.
A mission-minded dual catechetical approach is set forth in the document: (1) catechetical evangelism—which focuses on disciple-making in an evangelistic situation (from the “front porch” of the church)—and (2) liturgical catechesis—which focuses on disciple-making within the formational contexts of family and church (“from the font”).
These principles are drawn from Anglican formularies and historic patterns from the undivided Church, and reflect a comprehensive framework for implementation. It is important that they be understood by those engaged in the task of catechesis.