Catechism
Are you looking for a deeper understanding of the Bible? Our Catechism Classes give you the opportunity to study the foundations of Christianity in the Bible.
WHAT IS CATECHISM?
The word comes from the Greek katecheo, which is used in Galatians 6:6 where Paul notes that he who is taught, or catechized, should share with him who is teaching, or catechizing. Catechizing is most often teaching by the question and answer method. Jesus frequently taught believers and skeptics alike by posing and taking questions. He was once asked “Lord, we don't know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you really knew me, you would know my Father as well. From now on, you do know him and have seen him.” In that brief question and answer is the meaning of catechism: a question is posed, and a clear concise answer gives revelation of God.
The catechism curriculum of Bethesda Christian Church is based on this principle.
To register for an adult class, download the Adult Catechism Registration Form (PDF) and return it to the church office.
NOTE: Catechism is an important foundation. We ask all who seek to make Bethesda their home church to complete the Catechism class. Both the new Christian and the established Christian will benefit from this experience, and this provides a congregation which knows the foundational teachings of the church.
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A one-time fee of $45 is required for Catechism I and covers:
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FOR YOUTH
Youth Catechism is a nine-month study. Class begins each fall and is open to 6-9th grades. The next class offered is: Sundays, 9-11:30 a.m. beginning September 12 in Room 230. Youth Catechism Registration Forms are only available closer to the start date of the next class.
FOR ADULTS
Adult Catechism is a 25-week study.
Next classes offered:
Fall, Sunday Mornings, 9-10:30 AM (begins September 25, 2011).
Winter, Wednesday Evenings, 7-8:30 PM (begins January 4, 2012).
Summer, Wednesday Evenings, 7-8:30 PM (begins May 2, 2012).
To register, download and complete the Adult Catechism Registration Form (PDF) and return it to the Church Office.
CONTACT
Rev. Patrick Visger
(586) 264-2300, Ext. 119
pvisger@bethesdachristian.org