Catholic Studies 9
The Goal and Methodology of the Catholic Church
"Love God, serve God; everything is in that." (St. Clare of Assisi)
The goal and methodology of the Church are reflected within the aim and goals of Catholic studies. Students studying this curriculum come to understand the goal of the Catholic church is to unite humanity with God in love (CCC 773). The Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops has outlined five particular actions the Church takes in pursuit of her mission. Throughout all grades, students investigate, apply and reflect on various aspects of these actions which call upon the Church to:
i. proclaim Jesus Christ
ii. worship Christ through the sacraments
iii. form a communion of people
iv. give witness, and
v. serve.