Preparation for the Catechetical Mission: This is a comprehensive program offering the methodological, philosophical, and doctrinal topics essential to the teaching of the Faith. Believing that the most significant factor in the catechetical endeavor is the individual catechist passing on the witness of a faith lived out, Franciscan University has committed itself to assisting in the preparation of men and women equal to the task of catechesis. While presenting a systematic doctrinal foundation coming directly from the Catechism of the Catholic Church, this track also includes proven, effective methodologies.
2018 Catechist Track Workshops
Year One
Scripture, the Heart of Catechesis
Prayer: Introduction to the Spiritual Life of the Catechist
The Philosophical Foundations of Catechetics
Jesus: The Christocentricity of Catechesis
The Deposit of Faith: An Introduction to the Catechism
The Church Prays What She Believes: Liturgy in Catechesis
The Ecclesial Method: Opening Souls to the Beauty and Power of God’s Revelation
Year Two
Being Guided and Guiding Souls
The Ten Commandments and the Beatitudes
Introduction to the Old Testament
Introduction to the New Testament
Reality: Epistemology for Catechists
Liturgy and Catechetical Methodology
The Family: Context of Catechesis
Track Presenters