Award in Catholic Theological
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Adult Faith Formation |
What is a Catechist?
"At the beginning of his ministry, Jesus
proclaimed that he had been sent to announce
a joyful message to the poor, making it plain
and confirming by his life that the Kingdom
of God is for all men, beginning with those
who are most disadvantaged. Indeed he made
himself a catechist of the Kingdom of God
for all categories of persons... He is available
to all. He is interested in the needs of every
person, body and soul... Jesus concluded his
earthly life by sending hsi disciples to do
the same, to preach the Gospel to every creature
on earth, to "all nation" (Mt 28:19;
Lk 24 :27) "to the end of the earth,
(Acts 1:8) for all time, "to the close
of the age" (MT 28:20). |
| General Directory for Catechesis 163 |
| In short, the Catechist is one who allows the Good News of the Kingdom to resound in the hearts and minds of people today. Catechesis is a ministry which helps people deepen their relationship with Christ, through reflection on the riches of Scripture, liturgy, our faith Tradition and our experience of life. |
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What
topics will be covered during the course?
During this course you will cover a variety
of topics inclding Sacred Scripture, Dogma,
Moral Theology, Sacramental Theology, Fundamental
Theology and Liturgy. |
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What
are the entrance requirements?
The admission of a participant will require
a meeting with members of the Academic Committee to
assess academic competence and appropriate
attitudes and to clarify financial arrangements
regarding fees. The candidate will also
be given information about the type of support
that will be offered throughout the programme.
The ability to work at Scottish Higher level
is required. Students will also be asked
to supply the names of two referees. Normally one of these will be the Parish Priest, whose nomination is essential to acceptance for Catechist formation, given that it is directed towards ministering in parish life. |
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Will
I need to sit any exams?
There are no formal exams. Instead, as the modules progress you will be asked to record your reflections on what you read and on the ideas in each module and to take part in an oral presentation, normally with others, for the whole group. |
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Will
I be able to fit this into my busy schedule?
This two-year course consists of four modules per
year, plus a catechetical component for
those undertaking catechist
formation. |
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| All modules consist of 75 hours
notional student effort. These are made up of: |
| *Class contact |
2.5 hrs per week for 7 weeks |
= 17.5 hrs |
| Prescribed reading |
5 hrs per week for 6 weeks |
= 30 hrs |
| Workshop day |
6 hrs |
= 06 hrs |
| Private study |
21.5 hrs |
= 21.5 hrs |
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Total |
= 75 hrs |
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| *This is one evening
per week |
| Certificate total = 600 hours |
As well
as the above, the catechetical component
consists of two workshop Saturdays, 6
evenings per year (normally September and June) and an evening within each module exploring practical and catechetical applications of the theological material being explored. |
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What will
I achieve at the conclusion of this course?
You will be given an Award in Catholic Theological
Education from the University of Glasgow
in a particular ceremony. If you have undergone
the catechetical formation component the
Archbishop will also formally commission
you as a catechist during a special Mass
once the course is completed. |
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When does the next
course begin?
The course normally begins in September. If you would like to register an interest please contact the RE Department. |
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| If you would like any further
information about this course please contact
the RE Department: |
Tel : 0141
226 5898 |
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