Catechist
About Course
This stage of formation prepares the student to teach the Orthodox faith to inquirers, catechumens, and new converts. It covers the calling and character of the catechist, the Creed article by article, the Holy Mysteries, Holy Scripture and its interpretation, the moral teaching of the Church, and the art of answering questions with patience and love.
Course Content
Lessons
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The Calling of the Catechist — Teaching as Ministry
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Catechist — Lesson 1 Quiz: The Calling of the Catechist
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The Creed I — God the Father and Creation
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Catechist — Lesson 2 Quiz: God the Father and Creation
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The Creed II — Jesus Christ, His Incarnation and Pascha
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Catechist — Lesson 3 Quiz: Jesus Christ, His Incarnation and Pascha
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The Creed III — the Holy Spirit, the Church, and the Life to Come
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Catechist — Lesson 4 Quiz: the Holy Spirit, the Church, and the Life to Come
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The Mysteries Taught in Depth
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Catechist — Lesson 5 Quiz: The Holy Mysteries
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Holy Scripture — Reading and Interpreting with the Church
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Catechist — Lesson 6 Quiz: Holy Scripture and Its Interpretation
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The Moral Life — Commandments, Virtues, and the Passions
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Catechist — Lesson 7 Quiz: The Moral Life
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Answering Questions with Patience and Love
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Catechist — Lesson 8 Quiz: Answering Questions with Patience and Love