Introduction to the Catholic Faith for Young Adults
📘 “Rooted in Light” – Catholic Catechism for Teens (Ages 16–18)
Goal: Build a strong foundation in the Catholic faith, understand who Jesus (Jeshua) truly is, learn the essentials of the Church, sacraments, saints, prayer life, and begin a real personal relationship with God.
Format: 7 Core Lessons + Optional Deepening Modules
Style: Simple English, Scriptural support, interactive reflection, and saint examples.
✝️ 7-Day Core Catechism Plan (Draft Overview)
Day 1 – Created in Love: Who God Is and Why You Exist
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God as Father, Creator, Source of Being
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The purpose of human life and the call to holiness
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The story of creation and the fall
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Reflection: “What does it mean to be made in the image of God?”
Day 2 – Jeshua the Christ: Son of the Living God
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The Incarnation: God becomes man
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Life, teachings, miracles, and mission of Jesus
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The Passion, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension
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Why Jesus is the only Savior
Day 3 – The Church: Body of Christ on Earth
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Apostolic succession and authority
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Role of the Pope, bishops, priests, and laity
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Why we need the Church (not just “personal faith”)
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Introduction to the Creed
Day 4 – The Sacraments: Channels of Divine Grace
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What “sacrament” means and why they matter
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Brief overview of all 7 sacraments
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How sacraments transform the soul
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Personal reflection: “Which sacrament has touched my life?”
Day 5 – The Saints and the Communion of Believers
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Saints as role models and intercessors
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Mary: Mother of God and model disciple
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Guardian angels and spiritual warfare
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Activity: Choose a patron saint and learn their story
Day 6 – Prayer, Scripture, and the Interior Life
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How to pray (adoration, petition, thanksgiving, contemplation)
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The power of the Rosary, Eucharist, and Liturgy
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Building a personal relationship with God
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Practice: 15-minute guided prayer
Day 7 – Living as a Disciple: Faith in Action
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Morality and conscience
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Works of mercy and justice
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Evangelizing with love
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Final reflection: Writing a personal faith statement
✅ Bonus Modules (Optional for Extended Course):
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Apologetics: How to defend your faith
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Catholic social teaching
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Spiritual gifts and vocation
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Eschatology: Heaven, Hell, and the hope of eternal life
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