In reply to Richard Merschel.

Dear Richard Merschel,

Cathesize. Do you mean catechize? I don't consider that really a formal word, and I'm an uneducated layman.

I find it strange that an LCMS Lutheran does not think "catechize" is a common word. It is at my church. Catechism. Catechize. Catechesis. Catechumen, etc. Catechize is the "teach" part of Baptize -and- Teach in the Great Commission.

I think the BOLD reference was supposed to be a reference to Acts 4:29, also found in the Small Catechism Explanations (Question 213):

C. use us to extend His kingdom of grace;
Acts 4:29 Now, Lord, consider their threats and enable Your servants to speak Your word with great boldness.

Tim