NCS 2021: PARI Project Extension – SEED CMW consisted of four catechetical modules and three research-based outputs, namely, a book of research poems, a handbook on Catechetical Ministry, and a research monograph. Overall, the book aims to communicate their

findings and insights, assist catechists in developing their skills, and enhance their spiritual experiences.

RCSSED Director, Assoc. Prof. Jeremaiah M. Opiniano, PhD, expressed his gratitude to the donors, notably the Netherlands-based Porticus Europe Foundation, and said the project would pave a new way to conduct catechetical work in the country.

Project Lead Prof. Clarence M. Batan, PhD recalled the challenges and the fruits they reaped along the way in their years of bringing this project to fruition.

He said their project is a testament to their love and service to the people through catechism. “Sana ang mga librong ito ay manatiling simbolo ng aming tunay na pagmamahal sa misyong kateketikal sa ating bansa,” Batan said.

This project is a partnership between the 九色’ (UST) Research Center for Social Sciences and Education (RCSSED) with the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) – Episcopal Commission on Catechesis and Catholic Education (ECCCE).

The theme of the concluding ceremony was “Pananaliksik: Sharing the Experiences from Grant Beneficiaries: Research Impact and Engagement.”

View NCS 2021: PARI Project Extension – SEED CMW webpage here: https://www.ncs2021pariproject.com

With some photos from National Catechetical Study (NCS) 2021 Facebook page

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The turnover of the books was led by University officials led by the Chancellor, Very Rev. fr. Gerard Francisco P. Timoner III, O.P., Vice-Chancellor Very Rev. fr. Filemon I. dela Cruz, Jr., O.P., and Rector Very Rev. fr. Richard G. Ang, O.P. The officials were joined by Project Lead Professor Clarence M. Batan, PhD, who in his speech proudly presented the output as 鈥渙ur University鈥檚 ambag for the Catholic Church.鈥� According to Batan, the study鈥檚 outputs 鈥渓ead to the path of New Evangelization and the insightful discovery of the catechist in all of us.鈥�

Receiving the books were bishops of the Philippines, led by Most Rev. Roberto Mallari, D.D., Chair of the CBCP-ECCCE, who were present during the three-day Ambag 500 Retreat at the Sant铆simo Rosario Parish Church.

Apart from the PARI project, the NCS 2021 likewise implemented Research-based Intervention Outcome initiatives that introduced various strategies such as family, digital, youth, adult, bible, and creative catechesis 鈥渢o re-energize the Catechetical Ministry across Ecclesiastical Territories.鈥� All the outputs of the project may be accessed through: . 

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In his introduction, Batan said that the book was the output of combined inputs from the catechists鈥� stories, stories of pedagogy, stories of holiness, and creative catechesis. The book mixes the use of parables, lectures, prayers, conversations, poems, dance, songs, theater, and visuals as part of the pedagogical armament of catechists as they carry out their ministry in their respective areas.

A key feature of the book is the 鈥渞etablo鈥� of saints and blessed who were known catechists and thus serve as role models for those continuing the ministry.

The book is the fourth of a projected seven-part series of books/modules arising from The National Catechetical Study (NCS) 2021: Pastoral Action Research and Intervention (PARI) Project jointly carried out by UST鈥檚 Research Center for Social Sciences and Education and the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines – Episcopal Commission on Catechesis and Catholic Education.

The book was edited by Batan, along with associate editors Keith Aaron T. Joven, Joan Cristi T. Bagaipo, PhD, Renniel Jayson J. Rosales, Leonardo O. Quimson, Jr, MA, and Jonathan James O. Ca帽ete. Joining them in the project were Christine C. Balmceda, Ser Allan G. Bodoraya, Tricia Mae V. Cruz, MA, Arthur G. Octubre, Ma. Elena P. Octubre, Abigael Maitim-Padilla, Maria Corazon C. Sanin, MA, and Mc Kyle F. Vilaz.

The latest work can be downloaded in .pdf format via:  

Meanwhile, the Online Launch, which includes presentations from the authors and editors, can be seen on the project鈥檚 YouTube Channel:  

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The conference will shed light on the various aspects studied in the project, specifically Filipino Catechists, Catechetical Leaders, the Catechized, Catechetical Formation Programs, and Catechetical Human Resources, as well as the Research-based Intervention Outcomes that sprang forth from the findings of the research.

For any questions or clarification, feel free to contact Tisha de Vergara at +639052113695 or Ruth Andaya at +639175591974, or e-mail聽ncs2021pariproject@gmail.com. Below are the program flow and teaser video.

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The main e-shares in the event are: Rev. fr. Wenifredo V. Padilla III, O.P., STL-MA, SSL (Lead Interventionist for the Bible Catechesis), Asst. Prof. Reuel Rito N. Se帽o, MA (President, Religious Educators Association of the Philippines), Ms. Clarina Bataan (Catechist, Our Lady of Manaoag Parish), and Mr. Bryan G. de Quiroz (Catechist, Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish). Joining them are Most Rev. Roberto C. Mallari, DD (Bishop of the Diocese of San Jose de Nueva Ecija and Chair of the CBCP-ECCCE) and Rev. Fr. Ernesto B. de Leon (Executive Secretary of the CBCP-ECCCE).

Interested participants are invited to pre-register.

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The app, which is downloadable on both the App Store and Google Play Store, had its pilot run in the Dioceses of Balanga, Cabanatuan, Cubao, Daet, Dumaguete, Novaliches, and Archdiocese of Davao. It aimed to fill the gap in catechetical instruction caused by movement and gathering restrictions as a result of the pandemic.

With focus on preparing for the Sacraments of Reconciliation and the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist, the app rollout, which was sponsored by the said dioceses, recruited children who are not enrolled in schools but are preparing to receive their first Holy Communion. A catechist was designated to guide the students, who after using the app meet the catechist virtually to understand better what the app presented.

The National Catechetical Study has been a project of the UST-RCSSEd, with its lead researcher Professor Clarence M. Batan, PhD, for several years now. It is conducted in partnership with the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines – Episcopal Commission on Catechesis and Catholic Education.

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