Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia

What is Catechism?
The Orthodox Christian Church has an ancient induction or learning process called 'Catechesis' in Greek and 'Catechism' in Latin. Together with lessons and study, the Church prays for those people learning in its liturgies.
- People new to Orthodox Christianity are called 'Catechumens' (learners/listeners).
- People who qualify for Baptism or Chrism are called 'Photizomenoi' (enlightened/illumined).
- People who have been baptized and anointed are called "Pistoi' (believers/faithful). 
 
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