Marian Catechist Classes
The Marian Catechist Course is a catechetical apostolate founded by Fr. John Hardon, S.J., at the request of the Holy See. The Marian Catechist Course works in the apostolate of catechesis, handing on to others the gift of Christ’s truth and love found in the Catholic Faith.
The purpose is to prepare catechists to evangelize by spiritually and intellectually forming them as teachers of our Catholic faith. The course is offered at the parish to those interested in spreading their Catholic faith.
The Marian Catechist Course is absolutely faithful to the Magisterium. It is centered on the love of the Holy Eucharist, and marked by both a strong devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God, and an unswerving loyalty to the Holy Father as Successor of Saint Peter in the office of Roman Pontiff.
“Fr. Hardon, who is neither obscure in his theology nor wordy in its presentation, proves himself in this present book to be a master of catechetical pedagogy.” – Silvio Cardinal Oddi, Prefect of the Sacred Congregation for Clergy
“This manual is a clear exposition of the teachings of the Church. Written in simple style, it is easy to understand, and it leaves no doubt in the mind as to what is required of us by the Church.” – Mother Teresa, Missionaries of Charity
Father Hardon’s Marian Catechist Lessons cover:
- Salvation History
- Apostles Creed
- Commandments
- Beatitudes
- Sacraments
- The Lord’s Prayer
This catechism is concise in the sense that it contains all the essentials of the Catholic faith. But it is more than a summary because it explains what the Catholic Church teaches and draws heavily on the Sacred Scriptures to explain this teaching.