This course will explore the rich heritage of our beliefs as presented in Part 1 of The Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will engage in a conversation with the basic mysteries of our faith, the Trinity, the Incarnation and the Church, as a way of shedding light on our own understanding of God’s invitation to friendship and discipleship. Presenter: Dr. Sylvia McGeary Dr. Sylvia McGeary holds a doctorate degree in Philosophy from the Fordham University School of Religion and Religious Education. With over 25 years of experience as a parish religious educator and pastoral minister, Dr. McGeary is a master teacher of the Catholic faith and an innovative adult faith formation leader.

This course will explore the rich heritage of our beliefs as presented in Part 1 of The Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will engage in a conversation with the basic mysteries of our faith, the Trinity, the Incarnation and the Church, as a way of shedding light on our own understanding of God’s invitation to friendship and discipleship. Presenter: Dr. Sylvia McGeary Dr. Sylvia McGeary holds a doctorate degree in Philosophy from the Fordham University School of Religion and Religious Education. With over 25 years of experience as a parish religious educator and pastoral minister, Dr. McGeary is a master teacher of the Catholic faith and an innovative adult faith formation leader.

The Splendor of the Word Lived! This course, offered over two evening online sessions, examines the basic themes of what it means to live out one’s discipleship of Jesus Christ, according to the 3rd Part of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will explore the foundations of living a moral life, the importance of a well-formed Catholic conscience, and the application of the commandments/teachings of the Church to contemporary life in light of the current pandemic and social justice movements. Presenter: Justin M. Anderson, Ph.D. Dr. Anderson is an Associate Professor of Moral Theology at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall University. He is the author of Virtue and Grace in the Theology of Thomas Aquinas (Cambridge Univ. Press).

The Splendor of the Word Lived! This course, offered over two evening online sessions, examines the basic themes of what it means to live out one’s discipleship of Jesus Christ, according to the 3rd Part of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will explore the foundations of living a moral life, the importance of a well-formed Catholic conscience, and the application of the commandments/teachings of the Church to contemporary life in light of the current pandemic and social justice movements. Presenter: Justin M. Anderson, Ph.D. Dr. Anderson is an Associate Professor of Moral Theology at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall University. He is the author of Virtue and Grace in the Theology of Thomas Aquinas (Cambridge Univ. Press).

Church Alive: As The Church Prays. This course looks at the experience of the Church alive and in communion with God through the witness of the Sacred Scriptures and the teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Part 4, on prayer. Presenter: Fr. John Gordon

Church Alive: As The Church Prays. This course looks at the experience of the Church alive and in communion with God through the witness of the Sacred Scriptures and the teaching of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Part 4, on prayer. Presenter: Fr. John Gordon

The Word of God in the life of the Church and each individual Christian. This course explores the Word of God in the life of the Church and each individual Christian. By examining history, literary style, theology and spirituality in the New Testament, we will discover how, according to St. John Vianney, “the word enlightens our faith, fortifies our hope, and inflames our love of God and neighbor.”

The Word of God in the life of the Church and each individual Christian. This course explores the Word of God in the life of the Church and each individual Christian. By examining history, literary style, theology and spirituality in the New Testament, we will discover how, according to St. John Vianney, “the word enlightens our faith, fortifies our hope, and inflames our love of God and neighbor.”

Celebrating God’s Presence - This course offers an overview of the 7 Sacraments as rooted in salvation history and the coming of Christ. We will examine how the Church celebrates life and the mysteries of God's presence through the Sacraments, linking this approach to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Part 2, and to practical applications for teaching in religious education settings. Presenter: Msgr. Paul Bochicchio - Msgr. Bochicchio, who celebrated his 50th anniversary of his ordination this past May, is a popular retreat leader and priest of the Archdiocese of Newark. Among a variety of assignments, he has served as Pastor at Holy Rosary, Jersey City, Our Lady of Mount Virgin, Garfield and Holy Family, Nutley, and as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception, Montclair.

Celebrating God’s Presence - This course offers an overview of the 7 Sacraments as rooted in salvation history and the coming of Christ. We will examine how the Church celebrates life and the mysteries of God's presence through the Sacraments, linking this approach to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Part 2, and to practical applications for teaching in religious education settings. Presenter: Msgr. Paul Bochicchio - Msgr. Bochicchio, who celebrated his 50th anniversary of his ordination this past May, is a popular retreat leader and priest of the Archdiocese of Newark. Among a variety of assignments, he has served as Pastor at Holy Rosary, Jersey City, Our Lady of Mount Virgin, Garfield and Holy Family, Nutley, and as Parochial Vicar at Immaculate Conception, Montclair.

This course will explore the rich heritage of our beliefs as presented in Part 1 of The Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will engage in a conversation with the basic mysteries of our faith, the Trinity, the Incarnation and the Church, as a way of shedding light on our own understanding of God’s invitation to friendship and discipleship. Presenter: Dr. Sylvia McGeary Dr. Sylvia McGeary holds a doctorate degree in Philosophy from the Fordham University School of Religion and Religious Education. With over 25 years of experience as a parish religious educator and pastoral minister, Dr. McGeary is a master teacher of the Catholic faith and an innovative adult faith formation leader.

This course will explore the rich heritage of our beliefs as presented in Part 1 of The Catechism of the Catholic Church. We will engage in a conversation with the basic mysteries of our faith, the Trinity, the Incarnation and the Church, as a way of shedding light on our own understanding of God’s invitation to friendship and discipleship. Presenter: Dr. Sylvia McGeary Dr. Sylvia McGeary holds a doctorate degree in Philosophy from the Fordham University School of Religion and Religious Education. With over 25 years of experience as a parish religious educator and pastoral minister, Dr. McGeary is a master teacher of the Catholic faith and an innovative adult faith formation leader.