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This NCRE marks two significant milestones in our Church’s journey of faith: the 1700th anniversary of the First Council of Nicaea, where the Nicene Creed began to take shape, and the 35th anniversary of the Second Plenary Council of the Philippines (PCP II), which continues to call the Filipino Church to renewed evangelization and inculturation.

Reflecting on the creedal affirmation, “I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ,” this conference invites us to rediscover the heart of catechesis and religious education — our Lord Jesus Christ Himself. The participants will gain valuable insights and tools to teach the faith in creative, inculturated, and life-giving ways through engaging plenary discussions and practical workshops.

DAY 1: February 21, 2026

Keynote Address

Affirming Jesus as Lord in Catechesis and Religious Education

His Excellency

MOST REV. REX ANDREW C. ALARCON, DD

Archbishop of Caceres

This keynote explores the heart of catechesis and religious education: the confession of faith in Jesus as Lord. Rooted in the Nicene Creed and inspired by the vision of PCP II, the session invites educators to rediscover how this central belief can shape transformative teaching and witness. Participants will gain deeper theological insight and practical inspiration for communicating the lordship of Jesus in ways that resonate with today’s learners and Filipino cultural contexts.

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Breakout Session Topics and Speakers

These sessions, led by teacher-scholars from the Ateneo de Manila University Department of Theology, help participants deepen their understanding of Jesus Christ through the areas of Scripture, Doctrine, Morals, and Worship. Each session integrates theological reflection with practical teaching methods, enabling educators to meaningfully connect faith and culture in their classrooms.

Ma. Maricel S. Ibita, PhD, STD

Bilib Ka Ba Sa Kwenta Ng Kwento Natin Kay Hesus?: Biblical Interpretation for Pin@ys Today

John Paul A. Bolano, PhD

Iisang Panginoon? Jesus of Nazareth and the Christ of Faith in the Synoptic Gospels

Annelle Sabanal, PhD

Stories Matter: Lessons from Biblical Narratives

Raphael Agustine L. Yabut, PhD

Batang-bata Ka Rin: Reimagining the Call of the Child Jesus and Children’s Agency in Religious Education

Justin Joseph G. Badion, PhD

The Parables of Jesus and the Pedagogy of the Kingdom

Edwin B. Odulio, PhD

Nanaog sa Kinaroroonan ng mga Yumao: Teaching Students to Find Faith in the Dead Christ

Maria Elisa A. Borja, PhD

The Saving Virtue of Enough: Forming Filipino Youth in an Age of Overconsumption

Kristine C. Meneses, PhD

An Interrogation of the Resurrection: Exploring a Nuanced Meaning through a Filipino Worldview

Stephanie Ann Y. Puen, PhD

Using Christian Virtue Ethics in Understanding Jesus and Morality

Anatoly Angelo R. Aseneta, PhD

Addressing Philippine Ethical Concerns Through a Consistent Ethic of Life

Tinnah dela Rosa, MA

From Creed to Culture: Proclaiming

Christ in Our Liturgy and Life

Michael Jason Liberatore, PhD

Encountering the Nazareno: Miracle and Conversion in Hope

DAY 2: February 22, 2026

Plenary Input

Teaching Iisang Panginoong Hesukristo in Philippine Catechesis and Religious Education.

Rachel Joyce Marie O. Sanchez, PhD

Former Program Coordinator

Formation Institute for Religion Educators (FIRE)

Associate Professor

Theology Department, Ateneo de Manila University

This plenary explores the principle of inculturation as a pedagogical approach in catechesis and religious education that can be used in teaching the creedal affirmation, “I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ” to help Filipino youth encounter Jesus not merely as a doctrine to be memorized, but as a living presence in their cultural, personal, and social realities.

Misa ng Pasasalamat

His Excellency

Most Rev. Marcelino Antonio M. Maralit, Jr., D.D.

Bishop of San Pablo
Chairman, Episcopal Commission on Youth
Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines

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