Old Catholic Orthodox Catechism
There are 35 lessons to this series, which are primarily focused on the orthodox catholic faith. We believe that faith is not necessarily what we know, as much as it is who we know and have trust in, specifically God, the creator of us all. It is important to understand that belief in God should be based upon the faith that was revealed to the Apostles by Jesus Christ himself. It was this faith that was passed on to the believers in the early church, in whom so many gave their lives. So the primary resources we will use are the early church fathers, the scripture, and historical church documents. Sacred tradition plays an important part in the spiritual growth of the believer. So we will cover topics like the bible in light of our faith and religion, what we mean by Canonicity and Inspiration of the Holy Scriptures, the Sacraments, the Church, the Holy Trinity and other areas of the faith. These lessons will not only prepare the student to know the basics of the faith, but are the very ones required to received the sacraments for entry into the church. If you have any questions or are interessted in starting the lessons, please email us at xman1892@yahoo.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible. May God Bless you all!
Resources For This Lession
1. The Book of Catechism: Published by www.ctgs.us
2. Bible - Recommended: The Orthodox Study Bible or a Catholic bible will be fine as well.
3. Booklet - Pocket Bible Guide (St Joseph Edition)
Catholic Book Publishing Co. N.Y. You may get a copy from us
at the study; Cost is $1.50
4. Book - Understanding Scripture: How to read and Study the Bible (Optional)
Hendrickson Publishing Inc.
5. Booklet - Introduction To The Bible (Optional)
Dianne Bergant
Collegeville, Minnesota. The Order of St. Benedict, Inc.
6. Book - How We Got The Bible (Optional)
Neil R. Lightfoot
Baker book House
7. Note Pad - Bring your own paper.
8. Optional Reading - Biblical Criticism Interpreting the Bible [PDF] The Word Of God![PDF] Location and Time:
TO BE DETERMINED!
Please email us if interested in attending!
Scriptures References:
John 1:1
"In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God and the word was God."
1 Peter 1:23
"You have been born anew, not of perishable but of imperishable, through the living and abiding word of God." (RSV)
Ephesians 6:17
"And take the helmit of salvation, and the sword of the Lord which is the word of God."
2 Timothy 2:15
"Be eager to present yourself as acceptable to God, a workman who causes no disgrace, imparting the word of truth without deviation." (NAB)
2 Timothy 3:16-17
"All scripture is inspired by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness that the man of God may be complete in every good work". (RSV)
2 Peter 1:19-21
"We have the prophetic word made more sure...First of all you must understand this, that no prophecy of Scripture is a matter of one's own interpretation, because no prophecy ever came by the impulse of man, but men moved by the Holy Spirit spoke from God."