what is catechism?

To teach, verbally. 

Catechesis (/ˌkætəˈkiːsɪs/; from Greek: κατήχησις, 'instruction by word of mouth', generally 'instruction')[1][2] is basic Christian religious education of children and adults, often from a catechism book. It started as education of converts to Christianity, but as the religion became institutionalized, catechesis was used for education of members who had been baptized as infants. As defined in the Catechism of the Catholic Church, paragraph 5 (quoting Pope John Paul II's Apostolic Exhortation Catechesi tradendae, §18):

Catechesis is an education in the faith of children, young people and adults which includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view to initiating the hearers into the fullness of Christian life.

Reference links

https://amazingcatechists.com/2016/03/the-corporal-works-of-mercy/

https://amazingcatechists.com/2023/01/8639/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catechism

modern saints

• https://thefranciscanstore.org/products/st-oscar-romero-of-el-salvador-br-holy-card
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• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C3%93scar_Romero
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• https://www.catholicbishops.ie/2015/05/21/beatification-oscar-romero/

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• https://americanswhotellthetruth.org/portraits/father-roy-bourgeois/
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• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Bourgeois
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• https://bilgrimage.blogspot.com/2012/11/father-roy-bourgeoiss-defrocking-more.html
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• https://arcwp.org/tribute-to-roy-bourgeois/
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• https://a.co/d/58HQzUj
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• Disturbing the Peace - The Story of Father Roy Bourgeois & the Movement to Close the School of the Americas (04) by Hodge, James - Cooper, Linda [Paperback (2004)

Dear Roy,

We write to you with hearts full of gratitude, admiration, and deep respect.

Your courageous stand for the full inclusion of women in the Roman Catholic Church has given us a pathway toward a non-violent resistance that marks this historic turning point.    Your outspoken support for the ordination of women, your letters to those in power, your advocacy to family and friends, most particularly those in leadership that hold the power to change, your books and collaborations—all of these efforts have been a beacon of justice and conscience for so many. At great personal cost, you chose to listen to the voice of the Spirit, to speak the truth with love, and to act with integrity when silence would have been easier.

As a prophetic priest and a relentless advocate for peace and equality, your public witness has helped open hearts and minds to the injustices perpetuated by the institutional Church against women called to priestly ministry. You have stood with us not as a distant ally but as a true brother and friend in the struggle for a renewed Church rooted in the Gospel’s radical inclusivity.

Your solidarity has given strength to our movement. Your refusal to renounce your beliefs—even when it meant excommunication—testifies to the depth of your commitment to a Church that reflects Jesus’ message of dignity, justice, and compassion for all.

We, the members of the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests, thank you for your unwavering support, your profound witness, and your brotherhood. Your voice has not only affirmed the vocations of women but has also helped shape a more loving and liberating future for the entire Church.

Know that you are held in our prayers and in our hearts. We walk this path together, inspired by your courage and grounded in the hope that justice will prevail.

With deepest gratitude and abiding respect,

Your sisters and brothers in the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests