To equip catechists with theoretical knowledge (a) and practical applications of catechesis (b):

(a) Theoretical knowledge of:

• the Aim and Purpose of Catechesis^

• the Pedagogy of God and the 12 Characteristics of Catechesis^

• the Catechetical Methodologies 

• the Ecclesial Method 

• the planes of development of children and youth of different age groups and how this affects the way faith is handed to them^

• the Archdiocesan Catechetical curricula overview

(b) Practical applications of catechesis by providing them with the opportunities to:

• learn how to use the Catechism of the Catholic Church^

• craft reflection questions

• experience how presentations are to be offered in the prayer space through demonstration by trainers 

• participate in group presentations using existing session plans and learn from their peers

Pre-requisites for access to Children’s Curriculum (Foundation Year to Level 6) : -

• 100% attendance met for FCC: Intro to Catechetical Pedagogy & Catechetical Methods (Children’s Track).

• Participation during group work (Sessions 2 & 3)

• Written reflection paper given out during FCC: ICP&CM course duly submitted.

Pre-requisites for access to Youth Curriculum (Level 7 to Level 10): -

• 100% attendance met for FCC: Intro to Catechetical Pedagogy & Catechetical Methods (Youth Track)

• Participation during group work (Sessions 2 & 3)

• Written reflection paper given out during FCC: ICP&CM course duly submitted

• 100% attendance met for FCC: Learning to Listen and Facilitate course

Highly Recommended requirement for Youth Catechesis:

• Sufficient facilitators sent for FCC: Learning to Listen and Facilitate course based on proposed ratio of 12 youths to 1 facilitator as well as 100% attendance met for course by facilitators.

Note:

^ Participants who had previously completed Parish Team Training or Introduction to Catechetical Pedagogy (before 2019) are encouraged to attend the course as a refresher as new content has been added. If you need further clarifications, please drop us a mail at formation.ofc@catholic.org.sg

• Catechetical Coordinators & Level Coordinators for Children and/or Youth

• All Catechists

• Catechetical Assistants & Facilitators