Catechism Course

Lesson 1 • Structure of Major Catechisms

Examines the organisational logic of key catechetical texts. Students identify recurring pillars: Creed, Sacraments, Commandments, and Prayer.

Lesson 2 • Historical Development of Catechesis

Traces catechetical instruction from early Christianity through the Reformation and modern era. Provides historical context for current doctrinal documents.

Lesson 3 • Faith, Reason, and Revelation

Introduces the relationship between divine revelation, sacred tradition, and human reason. Grounds doctrinal study in epistemological foundations.

Lesson 1 • God the Father and Creation

Examines belief in God as Creator, omnipotent and personal. Connects the doctrine of creation to human dignity and stewardship.

Lesson 2 • Jesus Christ: Person and Mission

Covers the Incarnation, life, death, and Resurrection of Jesus. Establishes Christology as the centre of Christian doctrine.

Lesson 3 • Eschatology: Last Things

Addresses death, judgment, heaven, purgatory, and hell as taught in the Creed. Connects eschatological hope to moral living.

Lesson 1 • Using Scripture in Catechesis

Provides practical methods for integrating biblical passages into doctrinal lessons. Bridges exegesis and catechetical application.

Lesson 2 • Senses of Scripture

Introduces literal, allegorical, moral, and anagogical senses of biblical texts. Equips students to apply multiple interpretive lenses in teaching.

Lesson 3 • Canon and Inspiration of Scripture

Explains how the biblical canon was formed and the doctrine of divine inspiration. Establishes Scripture's authority within catechetical instruction.

Lesson 1 • Sacraments of Initiation

Covers Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist as the foundation of Christian life. Connects initiation rites to full membership in the Church.

Lesson 2 • Foundations of Sacramental Theology

Defines sacraments, their matter, form, and minister. Establishes the theological basis for all seven sacraments.

Lesson 3 • Sacraments of Healing

Examines Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick as instruments of divine mercy. Links sacramental healing to conversion and pastoral care.

Lesson 1 • Virtue Ethics and the Beatitudes

Presents the Beatitudes as the fulfilment of the commandments and the path to holiness. Integrates virtue ethics into moral catechesis.

Lesson 2 • Commandments One Through Three

Examines duties towards God: worship, reverence, and Sabbath observance. Connects theological virtues to the first table of the law.

Lesson 3 • Foundations of Christian Morality

Introduces natural law, conscience, and freedom as bases of moral action. Establishes the framework for interpreting the commandments.

Lesson 1 • Theology of Prayer

Defines prayer as a covenant relationship and gift of grace. Establishes the theological grounding for all forms of Christian prayer.

Lesson 2 • Forms and Expressions of Prayer

Surveys blessing, adoration, petition, intercession, thanksgiving, and praise. Equips students to teach the full range of prayer expressions.

Lesson 3 • The Lord's Prayer Unpacked

Provides a phrase-by-phrase catechetical analysis of the Our Father. Demonstrates how this prayer summarises the entire Gospel.

Lesson 1 • Lesson Planning and Design

Guides students through structured lesson planning using objectives, activities, and assessment. Connects pedagogical theory to practical classroom execution.

Lesson 2 • Facilitating Discussion and Inquiry

Develops skills for leading Socratic dialogue and faith-based inquiry in catechetical settings. Builds student confidence in handling difficult questions.

Lesson 3 • Principles of Catechetical Methodology

Introduces the six tasks of catechesis and key methodological principles. Grounds lesson design in the nature of faith development.

Lesson 4 • Evaluating Catechetical Effectiveness

Introduces tools for assessing learner growth in knowledge, attitude, and practice. Enables continuous improvement of catechetical programmes.

Lesson 1 • Capstone: Integrated Catechetical Project

Students design a complete catechetical unit integrating doctrine, Scripture, sacraments, and morality. Demonstrates mastery of all core competencies.

Lesson 2 • Responding to Contemporary Challenges

Equips catechists to address secularism, religious pluralism, and moral relativism. Builds apologetic confidence grounded in doctrinal knowledge.

Lesson 3 • Catechesis for Special Populations

Adapts catechetical methods for persons with disabilities, converts, and marginalised groups. Ensures inclusive and dignified faith formation for all.

Lesson 4 • Catechist Spirituality and Formation

Emphasises the catechist's personal faith life as the foundation of effective ministry. Integrates spiritual formation with professional catechetical practice.