Dr. Joseph D. White is a child and family psychologist and Associate Publisher for Catechetical Resources at Our Sunday Visitor (OSV). He is the author of 12 books on catechesis, spirituality, and ministry, including the, "Companion to the Directory for Catechesis". He is the co-author of the Allelu and Alive in Christ catechetical programs. Dr. White served on the working group that developed the USCCB's Handbook on the Catechetical Accompaniment Process.