Catechesis aims to bring about in the believer a more mature faith in Jesus Christ, a deeper knowledge and love of his person and message, and a firm commitment to follow him.  Catechesis must also be concerned with arousing initial faith and sustaining the gradual conversion to Jesus Christ for those on the threshold of faith.  With God’s grace, catechesis develops initial faith, nourishes the Christian life, and continually unfolds the mystery of Christ until the believer willingly becomes his disciple.

National Directory for Catechesis