catechumen

Many catechumens this Easter were part of groups that were well over a dozen people, huddled together in large churches.

In the opinion of prominent theologians, a mere catechumen can, under certain circumstances, be a member of the Church.

The third or lowest triad is made up of monks, “initiated” and catechumens.

Canon 19 is a long one dealing with catechumens, preparation for baptism, administration of that sacrament, and of the eucharist for the newly baptized.

A hearer; especially a catechumen in the early church.