Echoes of Faith Emmaus - Three Pack Bundles of Modules
Emmaus Bundle 2
The Learner
Explore the development of the whole person
This module will introduce you to the most influential theories of cognitive, psycho-social, moral, and faith development. These theories will help you understand how your learners think, relate to one other, reason between right and wrong, and grow in faith. These theories speak of advancing levels and stages, but as you study them, bear in mind the theories’ connection to faith and grace.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: Building Knowledge
- Segment 2: Relating to Others
- Segment 3: Learning to Love
- Segment 4: Growing in Faith
Liturgy & Sacraments
Participating in the Mystery of Christ
In this module, you will learn how the patterns and meaning of rituals used in the Christian liturgy provide avenues into the mystery of God. You will explore Catholicism’s sacramental principle and receive a brief introduction to the Seven Sacraments. This module is only a brief introduction to the Church’s liturgy and sacraments. As you continue to read, study, reflect, and attend classes and workshops, you will grow in knowledge and insight.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: The Meaning of Liturgy
- Segment 2: The Sacraments of Initiation
- Segment 3: The Eucharist
- Segment 4: Sacraments of Healing and Service
Catholic Morality
Choosing the Way of Christ
This module is only a brief introduction to the vast tradition of Catholic morality. Morality deals with how we are to live as Christians. We seek this understanding in and through Jesus, who describes himself as “. . . the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6). The goal of this module is to explore the foundations of Catholic morality and the practice of the moral life.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
Segment 1: Happiness in Christ
Segment 2: Life in Christ
Segment 3: Living as Children of God
Segment 4: The Moral Life of the Community
Emmaus Bundle 1
Getting Started as a Catechist
Begin your journey as a catechist
This module might be called a “triage” for new catechists. Triage is a medical term describing how personnel prioritize needs in an emergency. Everyone needs attention, but some need it more urgently than others. In a similar way, new catechists have a hundred questions, but which questions should we answer first? This module was designed to teach you the very first things you need to know to begin your journey as a catechist.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: Preparing the Physical Environment
- Segment 2: Providing the Social Environment
- Segment 3: Using Creative Activities
- Segment 4: Planning for Success
Roles of the Catechist
Echoing the Way of Christ the Teacher
This module introduces you to the ministry of catechesis. You are more than a teacher, more than a transmitter of information, and far more than just a volunteer. You are a person called to participate in one of the most important works of the Church—sharing and handing on the Catholic faith to others. You are called to echo the way of Christ the Teacher.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: The Catechist as Guide and Companion
- Segment 2: The Catechist as Storyteller
- Segment 3: The Catechist as Leader of Prayer
- Segment 4: The Catechist as Witness for Justice
I Believe, We Believe
Professing the Truth of the Catholic faith
This module acquaints catechists with the central creedal statements of the Catholic Church. Upon completion of this module, you will attain a foundational understanding of the truths of the Catholic faith. You will also become more confident in professing what we believe as Catholics.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
Segment 1: God the Father
Segment 2: God the Son
Segment 3: God the Holy Spirit
Segment 4: The Christian Creed
Emmaus Bundle 3
Grade Level Methodology
Inviting children and the youth to faith
This module includes an overview of appropriate catechetical methods for children in grades 1-8. The module has four levels: Grades 1-2, Grades 3-4, Grades 5-6, and Grades 7-8. Throughout, you will be prompted to follow the path closest to the grade level you teach.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: The Faith Journey
- Segment 2: Teaching Sacred Scripture
- Segment 3: Teaching the Catholic Tradition
- Segment 4: Praying in the Classroom
The Scriptures
Proclaiming God's Word to the world
This module explores the central themes and message of the Bible. It explains what the Bible is and why it is considered the holy book of the Christian community. It introduces some of the foundational stories of the Bible. The module concludes with a reflection on Jesus Christ, who reveals to us the fullness of God’s saving action. It also describes the activity of the disciples as they began to spread Jesus’ message beyond Palestine after his Resurrection.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: What Is the Bible?
- Segment 2: Why Is the Bible Holy?
- Segment 3: What's in the Bible?
- Segment 4: Jesus: The Alpha and the Omega
The Church
Living as the holy people of God
This module will introduce you to some basic understandings about the origin, nature, and mission of the Catholic Church. You also will learn about the Church’s hierarchical structure, and about the major divisions that have divided Christians in our common history. The module closes with a segment on Mary, Mother of God and Mother of the Church.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
Segment 1: The Origin of the Church
Segment 2: The Mission of the Church
Segment 3: The Nature of the Church
Segment 4: The Church Ordered
- Segment 5: The Church for Renewal
Segment 6: Mary, Mother of the Church
Emmaus Bundle 4
Adult Faith Formation
Inviting other adults to faith
This module will help you to work effectively as a facilitator in various kinds of adult faith formation settings such as Scripture study, prayer groups, parish renewal groups, small faith communities, or RCIA. It does not treat the content of what is covered in these settings. Rather this module will teach you how to bring out the reflections of your learners, support their interactions with one another, and summarize the insights you hear from them.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: The Faith Journey
- Segment 2: The Value of Faith Sharing
- Segment 3: Facilitating Faith Sharing Groups
- Segment 4: Catechesis and Transformation
The Scriptures
Proclaiming God's Word to the world
This module explores the central themes and message of the Bible. It explains what the Bible is and why it is considered the holy book of the Christian community. It introduces some of the foundational stories of the Bible. The module concludes with a reflection on Jesus Christ, who reveals to us the fullness of God’s saving action. It also describes the activity of the disciples as they began to spread Jesus’ message beyond Palestine after his Resurrection.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: What Is the Bible?
- Segment 2: Why Is the Bible Holy?
- Segment 3: What's in the Bible?
- Segment 4: Jesus: The Alpha and the Omega
Prayer & Spirituality
Responding to God's calling
This module explores our relationship with the living God that we call prayer. Upon completion of this module, you will understand prayer within the context of our spirituality and have grown in knowledge and insight of the Catholic tradition of prayer and spirituality. You will also become more confident in professing what we believe as Catholics.
Segments of this module cover the following important topics:
- Segment 1: Our Search for God
- Segment 2: Prayer that Transforms
- Segment 3: The Our Father
- Segment 4: Discerning God's Will