Nature of the Catechism - Week 2


Note: This are notes based on a series of video lectures by Father Corapi on the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC). Please go to his site for the complete material concerning this study. Unless otherwise noted, on scriptural references are from the Revised Standard Version (RSV).

Basic Reading Assignment:

Relevant from the Catechism:


5 "Catechesis is an education in the faith of children, young people and adults which includes especially the teaching of Christian doctrine imparted, generally speaking, in an organic and systematic way, with a view to initiating the hearers into the fullness of Christian life." (CCC 5)

Relevant Scripture Passages


31: Jesus then said to the Jews who had believed in him, "If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples, 32: and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free." (John 8:32)

Advanced Reading Assignment:

Catechesi Tradendae
http://www.vatican.va/holy_father/john_paul_ii/apost_exhortations/documents/hf_jp-ii_exh_16101979_catechesi-tradendae_en.html

Optional Questions:

What is the Eucharist?



What is a Sacrament?



What is the Immaculate Conception?



What is the Magisterium?



Disclaimer: I do not wish to present myself as an expert in either theology, history, or scriptural interpretation. I am merely someone who is attempting to answer the call of Christ. The ultimate authority and interpreter of scripture is our Holy Catholic Church. If at any point I deviate from the teachings of the Church, please correct me, alfredo@nevarez.net, as this is my shortcoming and in no way meant to be an expression of my views superceding those of the Church founded by Jesus Christ.

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