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Edward Trendowskietrendowskidioceseofprovidence.orgDirector
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Select courses now available in Spanish!
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We're glad you're here!
Whether you are pursuing Catechist Certification or are simply interested in expanding your knowledge of the Catholic Faith, our online Faith Formation courses are enriching and convenient. Throughout the year we sponsor several courses covering the major aspects of our Faith.
Choose a tab on the left to see which courses are happening now!The registration deadline dates are firm as time is needed get participants set up and give everyone access to the course.
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Course Catalog
Level One CoursesChristian Prayer Seminar
This introductory course will give an overview of Christian Prayer, particularly public and private prayer. The course will include prayer experiences.
Duration 3 weeks
Fee $20Christian Living Seminar (Live)
"Living the Gifts of the Holy Spirit"
Presented by Rev. Frank Santilli
St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Pike, Greenville, RIJesus: Word of the Father
Who is Jesus in the Story of Salvation, who is He to the Church and to you? In this introductory survey course, participants will explore the rich meanings of Jesus: the Son of God, Christ, Lord, Savior and King-Messiah.
Duration 5 weeks
Fee $25Sacraments: The Masterworks of God
In this introductory course participants will learn how the Sacraments, instituted by Christ, manifest and communicate the mystery of communion with God who is love. Recognize how you enter into living communion with Christ and his Church through the Sacraments which are "ever-living and life-giving."
Duration 4 weeks
Fee $20Salvation History: Old Testament
This is an introductory survey course on the story of Salvation History in the Old Testament. Recognize the unfolding of God’s plan of salvation as revealed through Creation, the key persons, prophets, kings and wisdom figures of the Old Testament.
Duration 6 weeks
Fee $25Salvation History: The New Testament
This introductory course will give an overview of the New Testament and the major themes presented in this part of Scripture.
Duration 4 weeks
Fee $20
Level Two Courses
For Catechist Certification, completion of Level One is a prerequisite for these courses.
Life in Christ: 10 Commandments & Beatitudes
Duration 4 weeks
Fee $20The Church
In this course we will discuss the Church as the Sacrament of Salvation. How are we united together in this Church and how do we participate as individuals in the Body of Christ?
Duration 4 weeks
Fee $20The Creed
Duration 5 weeks
Fee $25The Liturgy and Liturgical Seasons
This course discusses the elements of the Liturgy and how we are drawn into the mystery of Jesus’ life, death, and Resurrection throughout the Liturgical Year.
Duration 3 weeks
Fee $20The Holy Spirit Course (Live)
"Living the Gifts of the Holy Spirit" | Presented by Rev. Frank Santilli
St. Philip Church, 622 Putnam Pike, Greenville, RIThe Spirituality of a Catechist
Duration 3 weeks
Fee $20
Additional CoursesThe God of Mercy
In this course we will examine God’s mercy. God invites us into relationship with Himself and we are transformed by His love. We will also discuss the reality that when we have strayed from God He invites us back to be reconciled with Him and with His Church.
Duration 3 weeks
Fee $20