PROGRAM OF TOPICS - CATECHESIS

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1 WELCOME AND REVIEW OF THE SENTENCES *Welcome-Presentation
MAIN 1. Review of the main prayers: Sign of the cross,
Objetivo:Dar la bienvenida al nuevo año; en Padrenuestro, Avemaría, La salve, El Credo, Yo confieso,
in the case of a new catechumen, do the Act of Contrition, the Glory (Long and Short), the Angel of the
presentation. look.
Conduct a survey on how the 2 are doing. Review of the Bible (knowing how to look up Bible verses). Carry out.
children. Randomly ask a practice by searching and reading the following quotes
main sentences, the sign of the cross, etc. biblical: 2 Tim 3:14-17; Heb 4:12; Jas 1:19-21.
Review how to search for a biblical verse; *Remember the names of the Pope, the bishop(s) of our
practice to ensure that the diocese, the parish priest and vicar, the general coordinator of the
everyone knows how to find them. catechesis and the catechist in charge of the group.
It is advisable to hold this first meeting together with the
parents and representatives, with an activity or dynamic that
involves them in supporting their children in education
Christian and in prayer.
2 THE BIBLE: IMPORTANCE OF READING AND
IMPORTANCE OF READING AND STUDYING THE BIBLE
BIBLE STUDY (Review or Throughout the 20th century, the Church has increasingly recommended
reinforcement on biblical quotes greater insistence on the habitual reading of Scripture, until reaching
Objective: At this level, it is assumed that the to affirm that "it is advisable for Christians to have a broad
children already know how to handle the Bible, looking for verses
access to the Sacred Scripture" (Dei Verbum 22). Making a
biblical, etc. Therefore, it will be sought summary of the reasons that support this orientation
ensure that this is the case. If any child masterful, it can be said that reading the Bible is a
is new or if anyone needs to learn they need for:
will seek to teach how to search and read the—Spiritual life, "because in the sacred books the Father that
biblical verses. he is in the heavens, guiding his children with love and speaking with them;
and the effectiveness is so great that it lies in the word of God, which is, in
truth, support and vigor of the Church, and strength of faith for its
children, food for the soul, pure and everlasting source of life
spiritual" (DV 21). For this reason, "it is very appropriate to apply
to the Sacred Scripture these words:
For the word of God is alive and effective
can build and give the inheritance to all who have been
santificados”(Hch 20, 32; cf 1 Ts 2, 13)» (DV 21).
—The preaching, then "the ministry of the word, that is, the
pastoral preaching, catechesis, and all Christian instruction,
In what is it necessary for the homily to occupy an important place?
liturgical, feeds healthily and is sanctified vibrantly with
"the same word of Scripture" (DV 24). For this reason, Saint Augustine
exhorted those who had received the mission to teach the
word of God affirming: he is "a vain preacher of the word
from God outward, who does not listen to it within oneself.
—For lateology, because "Sacred Theology is based, as
in perpetual foundation, in the written word of God, to the same
time that in the Sacred Tradition, and with it is strengthened
firmly and is constantly rejuvenated, investigating in the light
from the faith all the truth contained in the mystery of Christ. The
 Holy Scriptures contain the word of God and, for being
inspired, they are indeed the word of God; therefore,
the study of Sacred Scripture must be like the soul of the
Sacred Theology (DV 24).
For all these reasons, the Church strongly and insistently urges everyone
the faithful Christians "to learn the sublime knowledge"
of Jesus Christ (Phil 3:8) with the frequent reading of the divine
Scriptures. 'For the ignorance of the Scriptures is
ignorance of Christ" (DV 25).
Review of the biblical verses. Ensure that everyone
they handle the Bible, making sure everyone knows how to search
the biblical quotes. Carry out new practices if it is
necessary.
3 THE FIRST COMMUNION (EUCHARIST)THE FIRST COMMUNION (EUCHARIST)
Objective: to help understand 1) the Institution of Communion or Eucharist (Mt 26:26-28; 1
catechizing the meaning of the P. C., its Co 11,23-26)
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You come, what is it, why and for what is it done, and 3) Why is First Communion done? (Lk 22:19; Acts
the way to do it or receive it. 2,42.46
4) What is the purpose of First Communion? (Jn 6:53-56;
For this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins.

5) How should it be done (provisions)? (1 Cor 11:27-29)

4 SUNDAY THE DAY OF THE LORD I. SUNDAY IN THE HOLY SCRIPTURE
Objective: To provide the biblical foundations Since the beginnings of the Church, the first Christians
about Sunday as the day of gathering on Sunday to celebrate the Resurrection of the
Resurrection of the Lord. Sir. And he did this through prayer and celebration.
To understand the importance and unity of the Eucharist.
Eucharist and Sunday as the Lord's Day.
Make children and their parents aware Fundamentals of the Resurrection on Sunday
representatives of the importance and Jesus rose from the dead "the first day of the
mandatory attendance at the Eucharist on week [Sunday]” (Mt 28, 1; Mc 16, 2; Lc 24, 1; Jn 20, 1).
Sunday.
Fundamentals of Sunday Eucharist
Acts 20:7: 'On the first day of the week [Sunday], as
we are gathered for the breaking of the bread[this is another
name given to the Eucharist]…".

Luke 24:1, 13, 30-31: Jesus appears to the disciples

Emmaus on the day of his resurrection [Sunday], and they
they recognize in the fraction of the bread [Eucharist].

II. SUNDAY IN THE TEACHING OF THE CHURCH

Sunday, Day of the Lord

Sunday is the day of the Resurrection of Christ the day of the
new creation, the Catechism of the Catholic Church tells us:

2174 Jesus resurrected from the dead "the first day of the
"week" (Mt 28:1; Mc 16:2; Lc 24:1; Jn 20:1). As it is the
"first day", the day of the Resurrection of Christ remembers the
 first creation. As for the 'eighth day', which follows the
Saturday (Cf. Mark 16:1; Matthew 28:1) means the new creation
inaugurated with the resurrection of Christ. For Christians it came
to be the first of all days, the first of all celebrations,
the day of the Lord ("Hè kyriakè hèmera", "dies dominica"), the
Sunday
We all gather on the day of the sun because it is the first day (after the
Jewish Saturday, but also the first day), in which God, bringing forth matter
from the shadows, created the world; that same day, Jesus Christ our Savior
he rose from the dead (St. Justin, Apol. 1,67).

The Sunday Eucharist

The Sunday celebration of the day and of the Eucharist
The Lord has a very important role in the life of the Church. 'The
Sunday, on which the Paschal mystery is celebrated, by tradition
apostolic, it should be observed throughout the Church as a feast
"primordial precept" (CIC can. 1246, §1).
Similarly, the days of the Nativity of Our
Lord Jesus Christ (December 25)..., Saint Mary Mother of God
(January 1)...» (CIC can. 1246, §1).

The obligation of Sunday

The commandment of the Church determines and specifies the law of
Sir: "On Sunday and the other holy days of obligation, the faithful
they are obliged to participate in the mass” (CIC can. 1247).
He who attends the Mass fulfills the precept to participate in it.
wherever it is celebrated in a Catholic rite, both on the day of the
party like the day before in the afternoon [if it is celebrated with the
liturgy and the readings of the Sunday Mass]” (CICcan. 1248, §1).

The Sunday Eucharist grounds and confirms all the

Christian practice. That is why the faithful are obliged to participate.
in the Eucharist on days of obligation, unless they are excused
for a serious reason (for example, illness, childcare
small) or dispensed by their own pastor (cf CIC can. 1245).
Those who deliberately fail to meet this obligation commit a
grave sin [mortal].
5 THE LITURGICAL YEAR THE LITURGICAL YEAR: it is structured in seasons
Objective: To understand how liturgical elements are structured, which have a meaning, a duration and
the liturgical year and the meaning of each specific color:
liturgical time. -Tiempo de Adviento(significado, duración, color)
-Tiempo de Navidad(significado, duración, color)
-Tiempo de Cuaresma(significado, duración, color)
-Tiempo de Pascua(significado, duración, color)
-Tiempo Ordinario(significado, duración, color)
6 DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREED (I) The Treasure of Our Christian Life
Objective: To progressively explain the great day of our lives was the day we received the
truths of our faith. holy baptism. From that day we were made children of
The Catechism of God can be used as a guide. Since that day, in addition to natural life, we have
First Communion yellow. Christian life, that is, the life of Jesus in us: the
The solid foundations of the whole Creed are Grace.
they are contained in CEC, numbers 27 to 1065. Are you a Christian? Yes, because I am: son of God, brother and
disciple of Christ, and temple of the Holy Spirit.
 2) Who is God (CIC 199-227).
3) The Revelation of God (CIC 51-73).
7 DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREED (II) 4) Creation of God in 7 days (Gn 1-2, 4) (CIC 325-327).
Objetivo:continuación de temas básicos del 5) Dios Crea a los Ángeles(CIC 328-336).
I believe. It is important that for each topic 6) God creates Man (CIC 355-384).
explained write a Bible verse that summarizes the main prayers.
reference to the topic.
8 DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREED (III)– 7) INCARNATION AND BIRTH (JESUS CHRIST)
JESUS CHRIST Annunciation (Lk 1, 26-38) (CIC 461-463)
Objective: continuation of basic topics of -Nacimiento(Lc 2, 1-20) (CIC 484-486)
I believe. It is important that for each topic
explained write a Bible verse that makes
reference to the topic.
9 DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREED (IV) - JESUS CHRIST 8) PUBLIC LIFE (JESUS CHRIST) (CIC 512-570)
(2) His message (Mark 1:14-15; Mark 1:35-39)
Objective: continuation of basic topics of Parables (Mt 13: 1-23)
I believe. It is important that for each topic Miracles (Matthew 8: 16-17; Acts 10: 38)
explained write a Bible verse that makes
reference to the topic.
10 DEVELOPMENT OF THE CREED (V)–JESUS CHRIST 9) PASCAL MYSTERY (JESUS CHRIST)
3 (Mt 26, 1-28, 20; Mc 14, 1-16, 20; Lc 22, 1-24, 53; Jn 18, 1-
Objective: continuation of basic topics from 19, 42)
I believe. It is important that for each topic Passion (CIC 595-623).
explained, write a Bible verse that makes. Death (CIC 595-623).
reference to the topic. Resurrection (CIC 638-658).
11 The Virgin Mary Who was the Virgin Mary?
Objetivo:conocer los aspectos básicos o 2) Su misión en el Plan de la salvación.(CIC 487-489)
main points about the Most Holy Virgin Mary. 3) The Marian Dogmas.
Explain what each one means. Immaculate Conception (Lk 1:28). (CCC 490-493)
2. Perpetual Virginity (Is 7, 14). (CIC 496-507)
3. Divine Maternity (Luke 1:43). (CIC 495)
4. Assumption into Heaven (Ps 45).
12 THE HOLY ROSARY 1) History of the Holy Rosary (How it originated).
Objective: to teach the meaning and origin of the 2) Meaning and purpose of this devotion.
main practice of Marian devotion. 3) How to pray.
Cut it at the end of the teaching (if there is time).
13 THE HOLY SPIRIT Who is he? (3rd person of the Trinity) (Jn 15:26; 14:15-17)
Objetivo:introducir a los catequizandos en 2) ¿Cuándo recibimos al Espíritu Santo?(Hch 19, 1-6)
the knowledge of the 3rd person of the 3) How does He work in us? (Jn 14, 26; Rm 8, 11-17)
Holy Trinity.
14 Gifts of the Holy Spirit Gifts of the Holy Spirit: wisdom, understanding,
Objetivo:conocer cuáles son los dones del fortaleza, consejo, ciencia, piedad, temor de Dios.
Holy Spirit, where are you in the Bible and a) What are they? (1830-1831 CIC)
explain what each one means, give a b) In the Bible (Isaiah 11:2-3)
example of each one. c) Explanation and example of each.
15 THE COMMANDMENTS OF THE LAW OF 1) GOD
The why and the purpose of the 10 Commandments?
In this way, we show our obedience and our
love for God (1 Jn 5:3; Jn 15:9-10). And also for
 Objective: To reinforce learning about attaining eternal salvation (cf. Mt 7:21). And the will of
The 10 Commandments explaining that God wants us to fulfill His commandments.
each one. Memorize them. 2) Escribir los 10 Mandamientos y explicarlos.
3) The New Commandment (Jn 15:12) → "This is my
Commandment: Love one another, as I have loved you.
I have loved.
4) The Summary of the Law (Mt 22, 36-40; Rm 13, 9-10)
5) Ensure that they are memorized.
16 THE SIN 1) What is Sin? (1849-1850 CIC). Some
Objetivo:definir qué es el pecado, leer definiciones:
some lists of sins mentioned in *Sin is a fault against reason, truth, the
Bible, distinguish between mortal and venial sin, right conscience.
to know the consequences of dying is to fail true love for God and for oneself
mortal sin. neighbor, due to a perverse attachment to certain goods.
Thought, word, or action contrary to the will of
God or to the Law of God.
Sin is, above all, an offense to God, a rupture of the
communion with him. At the same time, it goes against the
communion with the Church.
2) Diversity of sins (1852 CIC) (Gal 5:19-21).
3) The gravity of sin: MORTAL and VENIAL sin
(1854-1856 CIC).
4) Conditions for a sin to be mortal (1857-
1859
1) Materia grave; 2) Pleno conocimiento y 3)
Deliberate consent.
What is the worst consequence of mortal sin?
The loss of God and eternal damnation. Whoever dies
in mortal sin he self-excludes from the Kingdom of Heaven and
brings upon himself the pains of eternal condemnation in the
fire of hell (cf. CEC 1033-1037).
17 THE CONFESSION 1) Biblical foundation of the Confession (Jn 20, 19-23)
Objetivo:obtener los conocimientos básicos 2) ¿Qué es la Confesión? Nombres que se le dan a este
about the sacrament of Confession and sacrament (1423-1424 CIC).
some foundations in the Bible of this *Complete with a phrase from a saint about it
sacramento. Confession.
18 STEPS FOR A GOOD CONFESSION Steps for a Good Confession:
Objective: to know the steps to make a 1. Examination of Conscience (Eph 5:10-11)
good confession, explain well what it is about 2. Pain or remorse (Ecclesiasticus 21:6; Psalm 51:19)
each step, teach to perform a good one 3. Purpose of Amendment (Eph 4:28)
examination of conscience. 4. Confess sins to the Priest (Ps 38:18; Pr 28,
13; Ecclesiasticus 4:25-26
5. Fulfill the Penitence (Ecclesiasticus 35:1-3)
2) Guidelines for a good examination of conscience:
a) Word of God: Galatians 5:19-21; cf Romans 1:28-32; 1 Corinthians 6:9-
10; Eph 5:3-5; Col 3:5-8; 1 Tim 1:9-10; 2 Tim 3:2-5. (1852
CIC
b) The 10 Commandments.
 c) The Capital Sins: SALIGEP.
d) The Commandments of the Church.
e) Any other convenient guide on duties
of adults, young people, and children.
19 THE 7 DEADLY SINS 7 Deadly Sins: pride, greed, lust, wrath,
Objetivo:conocer los 7 pecados capitales y gula, envidia y pereza.
their contrary virtues, give a biblical quote -Give a Bible verse for each one or that encompasses them;
that refers to each of them, briefly explain each one; provide an example.
sins and each of the virtues. Memorization technique: SALIGEP
Memorize them. 2) 7 Contrary virtues: humility, generosity,
chastity, patience, temperance, charity, diligence.
Provide a biblical quote for each one or that encompasses them;
Briefly explain each one; provide an example.
20 THE EUCHARIST (I) 1) What is the Eucharist? (Mt 26:26-28; 1 Co 11:23-27)
Objetivo:Recordar qué es el sacramento de 2) Nombres que se le dan a este sacramento(1328-1332
the Eucharist; Know the various names (CIC).
what is given to this sacrament and to know a) Eucharist (eucharistein): because it is an act of thanksgiving
its meaning. to God. (Lc 22, 19; 1 Co 11, 24).
b) Banquet Lord's Supper (1 Co 11, 20).
c) Fraction of the Bread (Mt 26:26; Acts 20:11)
d) Memorial, Holy Sacrifice: because it updates the only
sacrifice of Christ the Savior.
e) Holy Mass: because the liturgy ends with it
sending of the faithful (''missio'') so that they fulfill the
God's will in their daily life.
f) Among others: holy sacrifice of the mass, sacrifice of
praise, spiritual sacrifice, sacrifice, pure, holy and
divine liturgy, Communion.
21 THE EUCHARIST (II) Due to the proximity of the celebration of the First
Objective: to know more deeply what Communion is very important to review and reinforce these
It is the 'Communion' and the necessary provisions points of topic 03 on the First Communion.
to receive it with dignity. To carry out a 1) What is Communion? (1 Cor 10:16; 1 Cor 11:26)
practice of correctly receiving communion. Conditions and provisions for receiving Communion
(1 Corinthians 11:27-29)
3) Conduct a practice on how to receive communion.
The priest shows the Host and says: 'The Body of
Christ,” the communicant responds: “Amen.”
The communicant opens his mouth wide and sticks out his tongue. The
priest deposits the Body of Christ on the tongue and the
The communicant returns to their seat.
This practice can be done with unconsecrated hosts.
explaining to children the difference between a host without
to consecrate (simple unleavened bread) and a Host
Consecrated (The Body of the Lord).
22 THE EUCHARIST (III) STRUCTURE OF THE MASS: it is divided into two (2) main parts
Objective: to explain the development of each part:
part of the Mass and its profound meaning of 1) Liturgy or Table of the Word
2) Liturgy or Table of the Eucharist
 each of them for a better experience of *ORDINARY OF THE MASS: includes the general division
this sacrament. from the Mass:
I. Initial Rites
-Sign of the cross; penitential act; glory (if
corresponds to that day); collect prayer.
II. Liturgy of the Word
-1st reading; psalm; 2nd reading (if applicable);
Gospel; homily; prayer of the faithful.
III. Eucharistic Liturgy
Presentation of the offerings; prayer over them
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IV. Communion Rite

-Our Father; prayers before Communion;
Lamb of God; Communion; prayer after the
communion.
V. Rite of Conclusion
Final blessing and farewell.
23 THE BAPTISM (Baptismal promises) A brief review of what baptism is.
Objective: to understand the vows or The Promises or Baptismal Commitments:
commitments that we must fulfill The Resignations:
baptized, knowing that receiving the -To sin.
First Communion (First) To the seductions of evil.
Communion) implies taking seriously and To Satan, father and prince of sin.
respect the compliance of the Profession of Faith:
baptismal commitments, to carry out a In the Father.
pleasant life to God and thus attain the In the Son, Jesus Christ.
eternal salvation. In the Holy Spirit. In the Catholic Church; in the
communion of saints; in the forgiveness of sins; in the
resurrection of the dead and in eternal life.
Making the First Communion is reaffirming the faith received in
Baptism and committing to fulfill the Promises
Baptismal, that is: to renounce all kinds of evil and to have
a living faith in God that is demonstrated by good deeds.
24 Coexistence Some proposals (may vary):
Review/Reinforce/Complement/Encourage Start with a moment of prayer.
Objetivo:dedicar un encuentro estilo *Realizar algunos juegos o actividades interactivas que
coexistence with interactive activities that help reinforce knowledge.
games that allow reinforcing the Who wants to be a biblical or catechetical millionaire.
knowledge of catechesis. Where is it Password (of catechesis).
also have space for the prayer and the Any other game.
meeting. Finish with some sharing of food or snacks.
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