Catechetical Modules

Catechetical Modules are a series of 10, 2-hour workshops that teach practical skills and knowledge for catechists.  They are taught in English and Spanish at various ​locations around the archdiocese and virtually.

Registration for catechetical modules is online through the Capernaum website.  For information about signing up for a Capernaum account, click here.

Click on the module you wish to register for. To register for all 10 modules at once, click here.

01 Catechetical Framework 
What is the Catechetical Framework for Lifelong Faith Formation and why it is a valuable tool for catechesis in this Archdiocese?

02 Human & Spiritual Development
An overview of how human development shapes age-appropriate catechetical methods 

03 Archdiocesan Curriculum
An introduction to the curriculum used for systematic religious education of children in our archdiocese.

04 Lesson Design 
An introduction to the lesson design format used for systematic religious education of children in our archdiocese.

05 Assessment Strategies
An overview of methods to assist catechists in promoting successful learning and deep knowledge in their learners.

06 Vocation of the Catechist 
The call and mission of catechetical ministry

07 Spirituality and Evangelization 
The call to receive and share the good news of Christ 

08  Family - Domestic Church
Why and how catechists accompany parents in their vocation to witness and teach the faith to their children?

09 Enculturating Catechesis
What role does culture play in how we experience and share our faith in Christ?

10 Liturgical Catechesis
How does liturgy teach us about Christ?  How does catechesis help us experience liturgy?

For Catholic School Personnel ONLY
Catholic Identity 
The purpose of this module is to provide new and current Catholic school educators with an introductory understanding of the mission and Catholic identity of Catholic schools.