Catechesis
Prerequisite: Theological Prolegomena
Credit Hours: 3
This course offers a comprehensive study of Martin Luther’s Small Catechism and Large Catechism, which serve as foundational texts for instruction in the Christian faith within the Lutheran tradition. Key elements of this course include: an exploration of the historical context and pastoral concerns that led to the writing of the Catechisms; a detailed examination of their doctrinal content, including the Ten Commandments, the Apostles’ Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, Holy Baptism, and the Sacrament of the Altar; and a focus on developing effective methodologies for catechetical teaching and faith formation. The theological insights and pedagogical principles derived from the Catechisms are applied to practical Christian living and ministry in the twenty-first century.