Basics of Catechist Formation 2.1: Methodology
Course Level: Basic
Course Summary
A basic level catechesis for beginners on the use of scripture as methodology for ministry. The is the second seminar in a series of three basic level seminars. Ensure that you have already completed level Catechesis 001, Seminar 1if you are a new catechist.
Successful completion of this course earns 1.5 CEU's.
General Course Objectives
- To understand the importance of scripture as a methodology tool in catechesis.
- To analyze the pedagogy of parables and adapt them to specific age groups.
- To create a sense of belonging for persons being catechized.
Course Materials
- Required Book: Various Authors Pondering the Parables: Inspiration and Professional Growth Twenty-Third Publications (December 15, 2017) ISBN: 1627852913; ISBN-13: 978-1627852913; ASIN: B07FSV79WT
Course Structure and Highlights
- Week 1: Belonging
- To use learn the art of teaching through storytelling (parables).
- To adapt ways of teaching to suit persons being catechized.
- To understand the pedagogy of adaptation in ministry.
- Week 2: Inclusion
- To learn methodologies of inclusion
- Week 3: Transformation
- To understand the role of religious imagination in catechetical ministry.
- To understand the ministry of catechesis as one of transformation for both catechist and catechized.
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