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| Your shortlist | Midwest Theological ForumDidache Parish Series An 8-volume high school parish religious education curriculum from Midwest Theological Forum, adapted from the Didache Semester Series in accordance with the USCCB Curriculum Framework for Parish and Youth Ministry Programs. | Sophia Institute for TeachersSpirit of Truth: High School Edition A four-year Catholic high school theology textbook series from Sophia Institute for Teachers aligned with the USCCB Doctrinal Elements of a Curriculum Framework (Courses I-VI plus electives), featuring daily teacher-led lessons and sacred art. |
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| Publisher | Midwest Theological Forum | Sophia Institute for Teachers |
| Category | Religious ed curriculum | Religious ed curriculum |
| Ages | High School (Grades 9-12) | High school (grades 9-12) |
| Format | print student books and presenter guides (8 volumes) | print student textbooks, student workbooks, modular teacher's guides, and digital teacher portal |
| Sessions | 8 semester-length volumes divided into weekly parish lessons | 6 core semester courses plus 5 elective courses (daily school-year lesson plans) |
| Price (as published) | Student Book $17.95 per volume; Presenter's Guide $20.95 per volume | Student Workbook $20.99; Student Textbook $33.99; Teacher's Guide $49.99 per course |
| Spanish edition | yes (La Didaje Spanish Parish Series available) | no |
| Leader guide | Each of the 8 volumes has a dedicated Presenter's Guide ($20.95) with weekly lesson plans, focus questions, YouCat cross-references, and teaching notes. | Each course has a modular print Teacher's Guide ($49.99) and free Digital Teacher's Guide access (with 10+ student books) containing daily lesson plans, primary source readings, sacred art reflections, quizzes, tests, and answer keys. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
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