Focus and Scope

Apostolicum is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by the Catholic Religious Education Program at the Institute of Philosophy and Creative Technology (IFTK) Ledalero. The journal serves as a platform for scholarly engagement in Catholic Religious Education, contextual theology, and pastoral praxis in response to contemporary challenges within the Church and society.

The journal welcomes original contributions in the form of research articles, conceptual papers, and reflective essays that critically explore and develop themes related to:

Catholic Religious Education and Pedagogy

Pastoral Theology and Ministerial Practice

Contextual Theology in Local and Global Settings

Missiology and Intercultural Dialogue

Spirituality and Faith Formation

Interreligious and Ecumenical Engagement

Philosophy of Religion and Religious Studies

Cultural Studies in Faith and Education

Educational Innovations in Ecclesial Contexts

Apostolicum encourages interdisciplinary approaches that integrate theological reflection with insights from philosophy, social sciences, and cultural studies. The journal aims to foster critical dialogue, pastoral creativity, and the deepening of Catholic identity in educational and ecclesial settings.

The journal is published biannually (March and September) and is open to contributions from academics, theologians, educators, pastoral agents, and graduate-level students who are committed to the mission of Catholic faith formation and the renewal of pastoral ministry.