RELIGIOUS EDUCATION DOMAIN


Catherine McKinley
Religious Education Instructional Leader

At Catholic College Wodonga, our commitment to Catholic identity is fundamental. Therefore, Religious Education (RE) is mandatory for every year of study.

Throughout their education, students delve into various aspects of religion and spirituality, exploring their significance within different traditions. They also examine the religious underpinnings of ethical and social justice issues.
In doing so, students develop an appreciation for the diverse ways individuals understand and practice religion and spirituality. They come to recognise these aspects as dynamic and influential forces shaping thoughts, feelings, and actions.
Upon reaching Year 12, students are presented with a choice: they may opt for a Unit 3 & 4 Religious Education subject or participate in 'Living as a Christian Today' for one semester. It's worth noting that 'Living as a Christian Today' does not factor into a student's ATAR score.

 

10 Religion

  • Students will undertake the Sandhurst Magnify Source of Life Curriculum each Term.
  • Our students engage in a variety of activities and learning experiences that assist them in developing an understanding of historical and social justice issues and events found in a variety of religious traditions.
  • Youth Ministry is offered as an elective subject in Year 10 for students who wish to step into a course where faith and missionary work offer them an opportunity to connect with our wider school communities and gain invaluable experience working as Jesus did amongst the people. 

This subject is compulsory for all Year 10 students.

Subject Code: P2RRE
Year Level: 10

What will I learn?
  • The units of work are built from all of the Magnify Strands: Identity, Sacraments, Prayer, Church and Tradition,  Mission, Creation and Stewardship and finally the Liturgical Year.
  • Student will cover all of these strands over the course of their year seven and eight experience.
What will I do?
  • Students will listen, read, view and interpret a range of written, spoken, film and visual texts which develop an understanding of the people and events that contributed to various religious traditions.
Where can this take me?

VCE Subjects: Any Religious Education subject

VM/VPC Subjects: Any Religious Education subject.

Duration:

Year-long.

 

10 Youth Ministry and Spirituality

  • Learn about leadership and ministry to others in an engaging environment
  • Take part in retreat sessions and develop skills to plan and run retreats
  • Step out of your comfort zone on your faith journey

Students must complete an application to be eligible for this subject.

Subject Code: P3RYM
Year Level: 10

What will I learn?

This subject is challenging but rewarding if chosen with the right motivations. You are trained and equipped with a vision and capacity for Youth Ministry. You will understand the importance of ministry in a faith setting and gain skills in leadership, teamwork and organisation through a variety seminars and liturgies.

Youth Ministry links into the National CSYMA program (Catholic Schools Youth Ministry Australia - www.csyma.com). This is a dynamic opportunity to engage with your culture and church.

What will I do?
  • Discover more about your own faith journey and its direction
  • Lead school/parish liturgies and faith development activities (seminars for junior students)
  • Engage in prayer/worship experiences
  • Improve your leadership skills and work with others to the best of your, and their potential
  • Investigate the ways in which we learn about leadership from scripture and put it into practice
  • Engage in community service within and outside of school
  • Actively patriciate/volunteer in community service independently outside of the classroom setting
Where can this take me?

VCE Subjects: Year 11 Youth Ministry, VCE Religion & Society, VCE Text and Traditions.

Duration:

1 semester.

Prerequisites

This course suits a more mature audience who are willing and able to ministry to middle school classes in confident and engaging ways.