Aim and Scope

Hitik: International Journal of Catechists and Religious Educators is the official international peer-reviewed journal publication of the Religious Educators Association of the Philippines (REAP). The journal serves as an academic platform for the advancement of scholarly research, critical discourse, and interdisciplinary studies in catechesis, theology, religious education, spirituality, pastoral studies, and related fields.

Publication Profile

Publication Frequency	Semi-Annual (June and December)
Access Model	Open Access
Peer Review System	Double-Blind Peer Review
Publisher	Religious Educators Association of the Philippines (REAP)

Journal Description

The journal publishes scholarly articles, research papers, critical essays, theological reflections, and interdisciplinary studies that contribute to the continuing development of catechesis and religious education in local, regional, and global contexts.

Many of the articles published in the journal originate from research papers presented during the annual National Conference on Catechesis and Religious Education organized by De La Salle University and the Religious Educators Association of the Philippines (REAP), alongside submissions from catechists, theologians, clergy, pastoral workers, religious educators, and scholars from diverse faith traditions and academic disciplines.

Recognizing the pluralistic religious realities of Asia and the wider global community, the journal encourages dialogue, intercultural engagement, interdisciplinary scholarship, and critical reflection on emerging religious, educational, pastoral, and social issues.

Peer Review Policy

As an internationally peer-reviewed academic journal, Hitik adopts a rigorous double-blind peer review process, wherein the identities of both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the evaluation process.

Manuscripts are evaluated based on:

• Originality and scholarly contribution;
• Methodological and theological rigor;
• Clarity, coherence, and academic quality;
• Relevance to catechesis, theology, and religious education;
• Ethical research and publication standards.

Editorial Disclaimer

Articles published in the Hitik: International Journal of Catechists and Religious Educators do not necessarily represent the official views or positions of the Religious Educators Association of the Philippines (REAP), the National Conference on Catechesis and Religious Education Proceedings, nor those of the editorial board, editors, or reviewers.

Responsibility for the opinions expressed, accuracy of facts, citations, interpretations, and ethical integrity of the work rests solely upon the author(s). Any copyright infringement or unauthorized use of materials included in submissions likewise remains the sole responsibility of the author(s).

Aims of the Journal

Hitik is dedicated to the promotion of knowledge through high-quality scholarly publication in catechesis, theology, religious education, spirituality, pastoral ministry, and interdisciplinary religious studies.

The journal aims to:

• Advance scholarly discourse in catechesis and religious education;
• Promote interdisciplinary and contextual theological reflection;
• Encourage dialogue among different faith traditions and academic communities;
• Support transformative and socially responsive religious education;
• Publish academically rigorous and ethically grounded research.

Scope of the Journal

The journal welcomes original research articles, critical essays, theological reflections, and interdisciplinary studies in, but not limited to, the following areas:

Submission Invitation:
The journal welcomes submissions from scholars, catechists, theologians, researchers, pastoral practitioners, graduate students, and religious educators from various academic disciplines and faith traditions worldwide.