The CCRS, even though its primary target audience is teachers (in Catholic schools), has been found to be a useful, reasonably priced course for catechists or others in parish ministry to reflect on and deepen their own faith in order to pass on their faith to others.
Alison shares,
“I signed up for CCRS to explore and deepen my own knowledge across the range of topics offered as I’m involved in RCIA and wanted to feel better prepared to meet any questions that might come my way. It fulfilled that desire admirably as, to clarify my understanding ready for the end of module essay submission, I delved into books I’d never have read otherwise. It’s been a real privilege to discover more about the history of the sacraments, the documents of Vatican II but also the debates of the early church Councils.
At times I felt almost overwhelmed by all the strands I was seeking to pull together to make the word count and yet I’ve learned so much and got so much out of it. The richness of the content shared by the different lecturers, the insights offered by other participants and the reflected learning have all made it a hugely worthwhile undertaking. As catechists we seek to meet people where they are and, particularly in RCIA, journey with them as together we learn more about our faith. Taking time to reflect on my own practice in how I serve my parish, while keeping Christ at the centre, was both challenging and enlightening. Being retired I had more time than many to delve into topics and feel as though I’ve unpicked some of the tapestry to understand it better but now know how much could still to be tackled on this continuous voyage of discovery that is our faith journey.
I’m truly glad I embarked on the CCRS course as it has revealed yet again the richness of our faith and unearthed treasures I’d have missed otherwise so my heartfelt thanks to all those who contributed to my CCRS experience.”