Mr. Jan Paul S.

Lugtu Parish Program for Formation of Catechists of Young People and Young Adults (Professional Religious Education Certificate) One Year Pastoral Formation Program Rationale The fundamental tasks of catechesis are to proclaim Christs message, to participate in efforts to develop community, to lead people to worship and prayer, and to motivate them to serve others. Therefore, the careful selection of women and men called to be catechists and their initial and on-going formation are the greatest factors in assuring the quality of catechist in the parish, school and diocese. Formation will help the catechist to grow in maturity as an adult, a believer and an apostle (General Directory for Catechesis 238). Catechists must have sufficient knowledge and background to carry out their ministry effectively. They are charged with bringing others to a fuller understanding of the challenge of the Gospel message and the Churchs living out of that message. To do that well, they must be formed themselves. Catechesis is a complex form of communication where many elements are skillfully planned and ordered so that learning may take place. While never losing sight of the centrality of Jesus message, the catechist uses the insights of sound education psychology, and other human sciences, in presenting the Christian message according to age, needs, circumstances, and capabilities of the learner. The catechist must also utilize various communication methods, creative activity, and group skills which help comprise the art of teaching. Unless a catechist if adequately prepared, the teaching ministry will be of little effect, and in limited cases, may even be harmful to the faith development of the young. Those entrusted with leadership in the catechetical ministry should recognize the necessity for adequate preparation and training of their catechists. Objectives A. Prior to the beginning of his/her ministry, each catechist should participate in an introductory formation program that will:
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introduce this ministry as a vocation; introduce the curriculum; teach age-appropriate faith formation processes; introduce ways to maintain an effective catechetical environment;

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introduce lesson planning skills; acquaint the catechist with resources; review the policies and procedures for catechesis in the parish, Catholic school or diocese;

B. Introduce the process for continuing catechist formation and certification in every diocese. Religious Education Certification
Topic Called to be a Catechist (Day of Prayer and Reflection Objectives At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Identify the vocation of the catechist 2. Understand the role of the catechist in the Churchs ministry 3. Understand the qualities of a catechist as expressed in contemporary documents 4. Understand the importance of the catechists continued growth and understanding of the catechetical ministry 5. Understand the role of the Spirit in the catechetical ministry of the Church At the end of this course, Date April 14, 2012 8:00 AM 12 NN Venue Budget P1000

Called to be a Catechist

April 21, 2012

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Workshop 1. Catechetical methods for different age groups and abilities 2. Creating the Climate for Catechesis

participants will be able to: 1. Create the physical environment for catechesis 2. Shape a social environment in which faith can be nurtured 3. Use creative activities in learning 4. Develop successful session plans 5. Develop good management and discipline techniques

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The Church and Our Creeds

6. Help learners pray together At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Identify and begin to integrate the four signs of the Catholic Message of Faith: Biblical, Ecclesial, Liturgical, and Natural 2. Understand Scripture and Tradition 3. Understand the development of Doctrine 4. Identify the fundamental elements of the message of Salvation: God Creation Jesus Christ Holy Spirit Church

April 28, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection)

Sacraments Grace The Moral Life Mary and the Saints Death, Judgment, and Eternity At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Be a storyteller in religious education 2. Understand the quality of the catechist as teacher/companion 3. Understand the importance of leading prayer in the catechetical setting 4. Understand the role of the catechist as a witness for justice At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Identify human development characteristics 2. Identify developmental faith needs 3. Develop strategies for introducing the scripture and Sacred Tradition

May 5, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Called to be a Catechist Workshop 1. Introduction to Catechetical Documents and Resources 2. Learning Styles

May 12, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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4. Understand the relevance of activities to faith development 5. Identify appropriate prayer forms 6. Develop ways to be inclusive of children with special needs This course is intended as a first introduction to the Bible. After completing this course, the student should be able 1. to use biblical notation accurately 2. be aware of several hermeneutical traditions for the interpretation of scripture 3. have a general knowledge as to the major events in biblical history 4. begin to discuss the meaning of scriptural texts. 1. At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Articulate the understanding that God reveals self through Word which is living and active in the life of Gods people. Recognize the original context and literary forms of Biblical Writings Identify the process of formation of Scriptures Understand the sacredness of

Introduction to Scripture

May 19, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Old Testament & New Testament

May 26, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Scripture Understand biblical themes of Covenant and freedom Understand what is meant by Divine Revelation Identify major persons and events in Hebrew Scriptures Interpret Scripture in the modern world 2. At the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand Jesus Role in the History of Salvation Recognize the Central message of Jesus preaching Recognize the difference between Synoptic Gospels and the Gospel of John Identify the Acts of the Apostles; Role of scripture in the life of the early Church Understand the Pauline Letters; Jesus message is spread Understand the place of Scripture in the believers life of study, prayer and liturgy Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection) Called to be a Catechist Workshop 1. Family Perspective 2. Multicultural Perspectives Catholic Liturgy This course examines the theology and June 16, 2012 P1000 June 2, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN June 9, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN P1000

practice of liturgy as the sacramental source and summit of Christian life as the worship of God. Study of one major contemporary thinker, other current sacramental-liturgical theologians, history, and official Roman Catholic documents and rites will encourage the development of a critical appreciation of what liturgy does, what the official sacraments are, and why this all matters pastorally, ecclesially, and ethically. Practicum Catechism The Sacraments 1. To establish the connection between the seven sacraments, on the one hand, and the sacramentality of the Church and of Christ, on the other. 2. To further develop sacramental awareness and sensitivity. 3. To explore concrete pastoral implication and application of the course. Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection) Called to be a Catechist Workshop Psychological, Moral and Faith Development At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1.Identify the stages of faith development 2. Identify the journey of faith through the seasons of childhood,

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June 23, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN June 30, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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July 7, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN July 16, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Christian Morality & Social Justice

discipleship, and stewardship At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Articulate an understanding of Morality as the human persons response to the call to discipleship 2. Understand Morality as a matter of discipleship and ongoing conversion to values of the Kingdom of God 3. Understand Theology of sin and grace 4. Understand the formation of conscience 5. Identify the foundational sources of Christian Morality: Natural Law, Scripture, and Church Teaching 6. Understand Moralitys social dimension

July 23, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Practicum Catechism Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection) Called to be a Catechist Workshop

At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1.Understand the nature of

July 30, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN August 4, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN August 11, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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- Psychology of the Learner

Spirituality & Prayer

learning 2. Understand the relationship of religion and science Understand the process of human knowing 3. Identify the psycho-social development of the human person 4. Understand moral decision making and the role of imagination in moral decision making 5. Understand the relationship between moral decisions and moral actions 6. Understand the relationship of human knowing, relating, and acting to religious faith At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Articulate an understanding of Christian Spirituality 2. Understand Spirituality as a Theological field of study 3. Understand the place of relationship in the Christian spiritual life 4. Understand the place of prayer in the spiritual life 5. Recognize the tradition of discernment within the Catholic Christian spiritual

August 17, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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tradition

Practicum Catechism Called to be a Catechist Workshop - Use of Media and Resources Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection) Youth Catechesis

August 24, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN August 31, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Upon completion of this course students will be expected to: Identify and explain the key concepts found in church documents related to Christian formation and evangelization, as well as youth catechesis.

September 7, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN September 14, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Church History

Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to: 1. Identify significant points of church history and describe their impact on the church today. 2. List the salient elements of early Christian

September 21, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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worship. 3. Identify the major contribution that Augustine and the Reformers made to the churchs theological understanding of salvation, redemption, and grace. 4. Ponder the implications of martyr faith for his/her own life and ministry. Practicum Catechism Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection) Liturgical Catechesis September 28, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN October 6, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN October 13, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1) To engage the class participants in the ongoing process of personal and communal conversion through a prayerful and intellectual examination of the sacramental-liturgical rituals of the Roman Rite within the Catholic Church. 2) To lead the students to a theological awareness of the Liturgy as a ritual celebration of the Catholic Faith to help in celebrating our Catholic faith within a context calling forth and enhancing that faith 3) To equip the student with a practical

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Christology

knowledge of what is necessary to celebrate the Rites of the Catholic Church in a way that is faithful and meaningful. 4) To give the students the tools to develop their aesthetic of liturgical music and art and to make decisions about liturgical music and art based on the documents of Vatican II and subsequent liturgical documents that apply to music and art. 5) To approach liturgical preparation from a holistic standpoint, considering all of the arts that lead to effective liturgy. At the end of this course, participants will be able to: 1. Explain Jesus of Nazareths human and historic reality 2. Recognize Jesus resurrection 3. Appreciate the Incarnation and its purpose for our salvation 4. Recognize Jesus Christ as the fullness of true humanity 5. Identify Jesus presence among us

October 20, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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Practicum Catechism Called to be a Catechist (Day of Reflection) Taize and Lectio Divina Workshop Ecclesiology

1. To comprehend how Christ established the Church, through the interaction of Holy Spirit and Apostles

October 27, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN November 3, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN November 10, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN November 17, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN

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2. To analyze the nature of the Church in light of Biblical images and models 3. To recognize the characteristics of the marks of the Church 4. To know the purpose of the Church and its structures and authority 5. To evaluate and justify the reasons for greater and more active participation in the Catholic Church Forming Koinonia (Young Christian Communities) I Forming Koinonia (Young Christian Communities) II Practicum November 24, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN December 1, 2012 8:00 AM - 12 NN