This is an invitation to explore the foundations of the Catholic faith through a new lens. These visual metaphors present sacred, essential truths in a language that hopes to be both beautiful and accessible for today."
A solid understanding of the moral life is crucial. This involves not only knowing the Ten Commandments but also understanding how they serve as a guide for living in right relationship with God and neighbor.
The Beatitudes, from Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, are also studied as the heart of Christian morality, outlining the virtues and attitudes of a true disciple.
Catholics are expected to understand and profess the core tenets of the faith as outlined in the Nicene Creed or the Apostles' Creed.
This includes belief in the Holy Trinity (God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), the incarnation, passion, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the nature of the Church, and the promise of eternal life.
This is a meditative devotion on the foundational events of the Christian faith. While traditionally undertaken during the season of Lent, it is designed for spiritual contemplation at any time of year.
"The purpose of this devotion is to commemorate the Passion of our Lord and contemplate its salvific meaning for the faithful.
Catholics should have a foundational knowledge of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ as presented in the Gospels.
This includes His public ministry, His miracles, His parables, and the Paschal Mystery (His suffering, death, and resurrection).
Discover the beauty and meaning of the Catholic Mass with our interactive, step-by-step guide. We explain the four main parts—from the Introductory Rites to the Concluding Rites—and the significance of the readings, prayers, and the Eucharist. Perfect for visitors, new Catholics, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this central act of worship
This is the story of how God lovingly revealed Himself and His plan for salvation through the written promises of Sacred Scripture and the living faith of Sacred Tradition. It shows how this entire narrative finds its ultimate meaning in the person of Jesus Christ, the final Word of God, whose complete revelation is now guarded and passed down by the Church.
Catholics learn that the Holy Spirit is a Divine Person who strengthens them with seven gifts, such as Wisdom and Fortitude. They also study the twelve fruits of the Spirit, like love and peace, which are the visible results of His work in a believer's life. This understanding helps them recognize the Spirit's ongoing guidance and empowerment, enabling them to live as active witnesses for Christ in the world.
Catholics learn that sacraments are efficacious outward signs, instituted by Christ to give grace, not merely symbols. They must have a basic understanding of all seven sacraments, including those of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation), Healing (Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick), and Service (Holy Orders, Matrimony).
