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Catechetical Methodology
Echoes of Faith: Introduction to the Learner (ADULT)

Iintroduces you to your learners and to the continuous cycle of growth and development that

occurs throughout their lives. 43 min.
Echoes of Faith: Introduction to the Scriptures (ADULT)

Intended as a general overview of the central themes and message of the Bible. You will learn

what the Bible is and why it is considered the holy book of the Christian community. 83 min.
Echoes of Faith: La Iniciacion Del Catequista (ADULT)

Spanish language video will acquaint catechists with the foundations of Catholic doctrine and

tradition, and introduce them to the principles and practice of sound catechesis. 51 min.
Echoes of Faith: Liturgia Y Sacramentos (ADULT)

Spanish language.Explores the meaning of ritual, the nature of liturgy, symbolic actions and the

saving action we celebrate, and the seven sacraments and the experiences of life. 73 min
Echoes of Faith: Liturgy and Sacraments (ADULT)

Part of a series. This video explores the meaning of ritual, the nature of liturgy, symbolic

actions and the saving action we celebrate, and the seven sacraments and the experiences of

life. 75 min.
Echoes of Faith: Methods For Grades 1 and 2 (ADULT)

This video prepares catechists to work with 6-7 year olds effectively; teaching them how to

pray, acting out parables of Jesus and setting forth "clear standards of goodness" found in

God's commandments.
Echoes of Faith: Methods For Grades 3 and 4 (ADULT)

The goals of this video are to introduce you to the uniqueness and to explore the age-

appropriate methods and activities that assist the growth in faith of 8 and 9 year olds.36 min.
Echoes of Faith: Methods For Grades 5 and 6 (ADULT)

Video's goals are to introduce you to the characteristics of ten- and eleven-year-olds and to

explore age-appropriate methods and activities which can assist their growth in faith. 36 min.
Echoes of Faith: Methods For Grades 7 and 8 (ADULT)

Twelve- to fourteen-year-olds are entering into an exciting and challenging time of rapid

growth. The goals of this video are to introduce you to their uniqueness and to explore age-

appropriate methods and activities that can assist their growth in faith.
Echoes of Faith: Prayer and Spirituality (ADULT)

Segments 1 and 2 explore the nature, forms, and obstacles to prayer. Segment 3 examines the

spiritual life challenged by daily issues. Segment 4 offers reflection & catechesis on the Our

Father. 48 min.
Echoes of Faith: The Catechist: Part I: Getting Started as a Catechist (ADULT)

Topics include: lesson planning, creative activities, classroom management, and creating a

social environment and an atmosphere for prayer. 60 min.
Echoes of Faith: The Catechist: Part II: Roles of the Catechist (ADULT)

Four important roles of catechists are presented: storyteller, teacher/companion, leader of

prayer, and witness for justice. The video encourages you, as well, to meet regularly with other

catechists, the school principal, or the program director. 60 min.
Echoes of Faith: The Catechist: Part III: The Person of the Catechist (ADULT)

Seminar format. As a result of working through this video, you should understand better the

qualities of a catechists, realize the importance of your continued growth in faith, and

appreciate the active role of the Spirit in your ministry. 60 min.
Effective Teaching Methods--Archived (ADULT)

This video has been archived.
Heralds Of Faith--Breaking Open The Documents (ADULT)

An address by Sr. Maureen Shaughnessy, SC - U.S.C.C. on The General Directory for

Catechesis in Syracuse, NY on Nov. 7, 1998 for Convocation for NYS Leadershiop in

Catechesis. 42 min.
Heralds Of Faith--The Catechist: The Missing Link (ADULT)

An address by Rev. Thomas DeVries - Pastor; Milwaukee, Wisconsin in Syracuse, NY on Nov.

7, 1998 for Convocation for NYS Leadershiop in Catechesis. 54 min.
How to Prepare Your Child for Reconciliation (ADULT)

Gaynell Cronin gives adults detailed information on what the Sacrament of Reconciliation

means and how to convey forgiveness to another. This video shows practical ways of

introducing our children to our living God. 18 min
Journey With Jesus The Teacher (ADULT)

Using favorite Bible stories as illustrations, this video examines the ways Jesus taught and

shows both new and experienced teachers how to: meet students' emotional needs, redirect

negative energies, be open to interruptions, etc. 18 min.

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Audience Codes: PK = Preschool, EL = Elementary, JH = Junior High, HS = High School, Adult

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