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“Christ’s command to his apostles has resounded through the ages, calling men and women of every race and nation in every time and place to join him in announcing the coming of God’s kingdom of love, justice, and peace with clarity, enthusiasm, and resolve.” NDC 8 Events for Catechetical Leaders and Ongoing Formation Scripture Alive: Conversations with the Word of God Great Expectations: Coaching Parents Connecting Catholic Families with the Bible A Morning of Faith Formation with Saundra Kennedy Passport to Success - Summer Institute
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Get Inspired...from Peggy Patenaude Retreat Day Miscellaneous... Clearinghouse For Text & Manuals Links for recent events... PastoralPlanning.com (Bill Huebsch - Dreams & Visions) Technology Workshop with Tim Welch Orality, Literacy and Secondary Orality(PDF) His Book - Technology Tools for Your Ministry: Catechesis is that form of ministry whereby the good news of Jesus Christ is shared with those who have encountered Christ and are seeking to become His faithful disciples. It is a lifelong journey from baptism to eternity. Catechists are those who have answered the call to this essential ministry of the church. These dedicated men and women of the church are vital to the ongoing mission of bringing about the kingdom of God. They are in need of support, on-going training, spiritual enrichment, and blessed affirmation to continue their service of bringing the good news to children, youth, and adults year after year. The Office of Faith Formation seeks to form and energize catechists by offering training programs, workshops, retreats, conventions and other opportunities for enrichment. It also aims to support the catechetical leaders in each of the parishes of the diocese by offering guidance, affirmation, and training. Additionally, structures and guidelines for effective parish programs for both youth and adults are provided by the office. Organizing and offering opportunities for networking with others in this ministry as well as individual affirmation and support constitute other ways this goal is accomplished. It is the expressed desire and goal of the Office of Faith Formation to not only support the catechists and catechetical leaders in the parishes but also to offer formation opportunities of personal growth, spirituality, knowledge of theology, and pastoral expertise to all those who minister in parishes. Basic Theological Overview of the Catholic Faith for All Adults Three different The 3 Learning Models are: 1. Seminar-style gatherings 2. Echoes of Faith Video Series 3. Online STEP program offered by the University of Notre Dame Including courses in scripture, Christology, sacramental theology, ecclesiology, Church history and moral theology.
All are welcome to attend. Developed for all adults, with particular emphasis on those who volunteer their time to serve within the various ministries of the parish. For more information... Registration Form Conversations with the Word of God A New One Year Training Program! Bible study has become one of the most frequently asked for programs in parishes across the country. To answer this growing request, the Office of Faith Formation has designed a one year training program to help adults learn to lead Bible sharing groups within their own parishes. Sessions will be offered on Tuesdays Beginning December 1, 2009 Morning Session 10 a.m. to Noon. Morning Session will be held at St. John Neumann, E. Freetown or Evening Session 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Evening Session will be held at Catholic Education Center Highland Ave, Fall River, MA
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with the Bible A workshop for Parish Leaders 2010 National Workshop Series Offered by the Center for Ministry Development (CMD) March 11, 2010 at Holy Cross Parish 225 Purchase St S. Easton, MA Intended Audience: Parish leaders who work with families: Pastors, Coordinators of Faith Formation/Religious Education, Pastoral Associates, Coordinators of Youth Ministry, Christian Initiation (RCIA) and Sacramental Preparation Coordinators, and other key ministers Coordinators of Whole Community Catechesis or Intergenerational Faith Formation For more information visit their website at www.cmdnet.org/bibleworkshop Complete Brochure and Registration Form "Keys for Proclaiming the Word: The Six Tasks of Catechesis" A Morning Faith-Formation Workshop Guest Speaker: Saundra Kennedy, Ph.D. Sponsored by: W. H. Sadlier Kathy Krane, Sales Representative March 17, 2010 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Fireside Grill 30 Bedford St. Middleborough, MA For more information or to register contact: Kathy Krane kkrane@sadlier.com or by calling 1-800-582-5437 Ext.7104
May 27, 2010 Sacred Heart Retreat Center Wareham, MA
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