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The Fifth Gospel: Isaiah of Christmas

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The Kingdom

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ABOUT CBS

Our Mission

CBS stands for Certificate in Biblical Studies. Its mission is "to bring the Bible closer to the lives of Catholics. To achieve this, we offer Sacred Scripture courses every Saturday over four semesters. These courses deal with the historical and socio-cultural and theological contexts of the Bible, highlighting its profound
relevance to the faith, worship, and moral life of Catholics.

First Semester Schedule

Start: TBA, August 2024 -

End: TBA, December 2024

Courses Offered

The Bible as Sacred Scriptures

Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Professor: Fr. Randy Flores, SVD

Prophetic Literature

Time: TBA

Professor: Fr. Cris Pine OFM

Liturgy and the Bible

Time: 10:45 am - 12:15 pm

Professor: Fr. Ronnie Crisostomo, SVD

Acts of the Apostles

Time:TBA

Professor: Sr. Annie Co, RVM

Jesus Christ

Time: 1:15 pm - 2:45 pm

Professor: Fr. Aris Martin, SVD

Johannine Literature

Time: TBA

Professor: Fr. Rex Fortes, CM

Who can join the program?

Whether you are a Biblical Apostolate practitioner, an OFW, a church volunteer, a member of a church organization or covenanted community a catechist, a religious education teacher, a religious individual (sister, brother, seminarian), a CBAP observer, a bible enthusiast, or simply a faith-seeker, -- LIVING IN THE COUNTRY OR ABROAD-- this program is designed to deepen your understanding of the Sacred Scriptures, enhance your ability to teach and share their wisdom and equip you with the knowledge and tools you need.

List of Subjects Offered

Introduction to the Bible as Sacred Scriptures
Liturgy and the Bible
Jesus Christ Through the Centuries
History and Archeology of Biblical Israel
The Pentateuch and the Historical Books
The Prophetic Literature
The Sapiential Literature and Psalms
The Synoptic Gospels: Matthew and Mark
Luke’s Gospel and Acts of the Apostles
Pauline Letters
Johannine Literature
The Catholic Epistles and Revelation
Biblical Apostolate

Note: All subjects are taught by members of the Catholic Biblical Association of the Philippines (CBAP) and/or professors who hold degrees from pontifical institutes and universities.

Schedule

The Certificate in Biblical Studies (CBS) program is held every Saturday. The first semester begins in mid-August and concludes in December before Simbang-Gabi. The second semester starts in January of the following year and ends in May.