Bishops reflect
Hear Catholic bishops reflect on the liturgical formation of families and children for participation in the Eucharist in this video series.
Bishops, both collectively and individually, fulfill their roles as priests and leaders of the worshiping community. For, “the Eucharist celebrated by the bishop has a quite special significance as an expression of the Church gathered around the altar, with the one who represents Christ, the Good Shepherd and Head of his Church, presiding.” (Catechism of the Catholic Church, 1561)
Bishop Michael G. Woost
His Excellency Bishop Michael G. Woost on “Forming Children and Families for Eucharistic Amazement: Catechetical Opportunities and Challenges.” October 29, 2025. The Catholic University of America.
Listen to Bishop Michael G. Woost, Auxiliary Bishop of Cleveland, Ohio, and Chair, USCCB Committee on Divine Worship reflect on theological and liturgical principles with pastoral examples of the liturgical formation of children and families today.
Bishop Frank J. Caggiano
His Excellency Bishop Frank J. Caggiano on “Catechesis of Parents to Engage Their Children in Worship,” June 28, 2023
Listen to Bishop Frank Caggiano, Bishop of Bridgeport, CT., and Chairman of the USCCB Subcommittee on the Catechism, reflect on key theological and pastoral principles to help parents engage their children in worship.
Bishop Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst
His Excellency Bishop Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst, Dicastery for Evangelization, Rome, on “Key Principles of Liturgical Catechesis of Children.” June 28, 2023
Listen to Bishop Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst from the Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization, Rome, discuss key principles to guide the formation of children for participation in worship and prayer.
Bishop Earl K. Fernandes
Bishop Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst
His Excellency Bishop Franz-Peter Tebartz-van Elst, Dicastery for Evangelization, Rome, on “Romano Guardini and Mystagogical Catechesis of Children and Families” June 1, 2025
