ministry days - Diocese of Sacramento

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MINISTRY DAYS
Jornada Pastoral
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Friday, September 25 & Saturday, September 26
W W W. M I N I S T R Y D AY S . C O M
MINISTRY DAYS 2015
Welcome / Bienvenida
I invite you to attend Ministry Days 2015:
Gathered Into One
Les invito a asistir a La Jornada Pastoral 2015:
Congregados en la Unidad
Pope Francis is calling us to reach out to the
farthest corners of the Diocese as missionary
disciples of the Lord Jesus. El Papa Francisco nos llama a que prediquemos en todos los
rincones, incluyendo los más apartados de nuestra Diócesis, como
discípulos misioneros del Señor Jesús.
Jesus sent the disciples out two by two because
doing God’s work begins with companionship.
In the Lord’s call to us, “Come, follow me,” (Mk. 1.17) the message
is implicit that we do not walk alone. The Lord accompanies us as
a good shepherd and a good friend. He also invites us to be the
faithful witnesses of His companionship for one another. Jesús mandó a los discípulos de dos en dos porque el trabajo de Dios
empieza con acompañamiento. En nuestra llamada del Señor, “Ven,
sígueme,” (Marcos 1:17) el mensaje es implícito que no caminemos
solos. El Señor nos acompaña como un buen pastor y buen amigo.
También nos invita a ser testigos fieles de su acompañamiento unos
con los otros.
At this year’s Diocesan Ministry Days we are “Gathered Into One by
the Holy Spirit” to renew our fellowship with Christ and each other. Gathered as one Church we will learn from the Good Teacher how to
be joyful missionary disciples of His gospel.
En la Jornada Pastoral Diocesana de este año estaremos
Congregados en la Unidad por el Espíritu Santo para renovar nuestra
fraternidad con Cristo y los demás. Congregados como una Iglesia,
aprenderemos del Buen Maestro, cómo ser discípulos misioneros
gozosos de Su evangelio.
In December we will begin the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Ministry Days
will help us to enter into the jubilee spirit, celebrating the wonders
of God’s mercy in the Church and learning to share God’s mercy with
a joyful heart.
Mark your calendar. Let us keep one another and all the Body of
Christ in prayer. May the intercession of our Blessed Mother, Santa
María de Guadalupe, help us walk always in the good company of
her Son, Jesus.
En diciembre inicia un Jubileo extraordinario: Año Santo de la
Misericordia. La Jornada Pastoral nos ayudará a iniciar con un
espíritu de jubileo, celebrando las maravillas de la misericordia de
Dios en la Iglesia y aprender a compartir la misericordia de Dios con
un corazón jubiloso.
Marquen sus calendarios. Mantengámonos en oración unos a otros
y con todo el Cuerpo de Cristo. Que la intercesión de nuestra Santa
Madre, Santa María de Guadalupe, nos ayude a siempre caminar en
la buena compañía de su Hijo, Jesús.
+ Jaime Soto
Bishop of Sacramento
As the Body of Christ, everyone is called to
work together to evangelize the world and
build God’s kingdom here on earth. Let
us all remember that we can accomplish
much more together than we can alone.
This year’s Ministry Days asks us to focus on
collaboration. At every Mass, we are “gathered into one by the
Holy Spirit.” With a little effort, we could accomplish so much
more and be much more effective through collaboration! Join
us to equip yourself with the skills and resources you need,
take time to evaluate your lives and programs, ask the Holy
Spirit for help, connect with others who do what you do, learn
something new, and spend some time in prayer.
Roll up your sleeves - Here we go!
+ Jaime Soto
Obispo de Sacramento
Como el Cuerpo de Cristo, todos somos llamados a trabajar
juntos para evangelizar al mundo y construir el reino de Dios
aquí en la tierra. Recuerden que podemos lograr mucho más
juntos que solos.
Este año, la Jornada Pastoral nos pide enfocarnos en
la colaboración. Cada vez que vamos a Misa, somos
“Congregados en Unidad por el Espíritu Santo.” ¡Con un poco
de esfuerzo, podemos lograr mucho más y ser más eficaces
por medio de la colaboración! Vengan, y obtengan las
habilidades y recursos que necesitan, tomen el tiempo para
evaluar sus vidas y programas, pídanle al Espíritu Santo que les
ayude, conéctense con otras personas que tienen el mismo
ministerio que ustedes, aprendan algo nuevo, y tomen tiempo
para orar.
¡Prepárense…listos…vamos!
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Kevin Staszkow
Director of Evangelization and Catechesis
Kevin Staszkow
Director de Evangelización y Catequesis
JORNADA PASTORAL 2015
Keynotes / Conferencistas Principales
Roy
Petitfils
What Got us here Won’t Get Us There -
Fishers of Men or Keepers of the Aquarium -
In our increasingly virtual and disconnected world, it can be
tough to remember that we are ONE body in Christ. In this talk,
Roy will remind us of Christ ‘s constant invitation to unity, to
oneness and to wholeness, as a way of more effectively serving
our brothers and sisters.
Too often we can easily slip into ministering only to those who
come to us and neglect what can be a more difficult ministry
and outreach to those who do not come to church. Roy will
discuss some internal obstacles many of us face in reaching
out to those in our community and offer some practical ways
to make it easier to reach out to those who do not come to
church.
Becoming One in a Fragmented, Isolated Virtual World
Friday Keynote (English)
Reaching the Body of Christ who does not come to Church
Saturday Keynote (English)
Hna. Maria Elena
Martinez, OSF
La Alegría del Evangelio: Ser Un Corazón Guiados por el Espíritu de Dios
Sábado: Conferencia Principal (Español)
Como Pueblo Hispano, somos una Iglesia que camina en este mundo sembrando la semilla del Evangelio en los corazones del
ser humano, haciendo presente el Reino de Dios. Guiados por el Espíritu de Dios, le damos VIDA al corazón cuando trabajamos
unidos con el Dios de la Vida. Esta es nuestra alegría: interiorizar el mensaje de Jesús en nuestros corazones y en el corazón del
mundo.
Ministry Days Schedule
Time
Friday, September 25, 2015
8:00am
Registration and Exhibits Open
9:00am
Opening Prayer Featuring OCP Artists
9:30am
Keynote: Roy Petitfils
10:45am
Break / Exhibitors
11:15am
Workshop Sessions
12:30pm
Lunch / Exhibitors
1:15pm
Workshop Sessions
2:45pm
Mass w/ Music By OCP Artists
Saturday,
September 26, 2015
Sabádo, 26 de
Septiembre, 2015
8:00am
Registration and
Exhibits Open
Inscripción y Exhibiciones
Abiertas
9:00am
Opening Prayer
Featuring OCP Artists
Oración de Apertura con
artistas de OCP
9:30am
Keynote: Roy Petitfils /
Spanish Workshops
Conferencista:
Roy Petitfils /
Talleres en Español
10:45am
Break / Exhibitors
Descanso / Exhibiciones
11:15am
Spanish Keynote /
Sr. Maria Elena Martinez /
English Workshops
Conferencista en Español /
Hna. Maria Elena Martinez /
Talleres en Inglés
12:30pm
Lunch / Exhibitors
Comida / Exhibiciones
Time/
Tiempo
For more information / Para más información
1:15pm
English Workshops /
Spanish Workshops
Talleres en Inglés /
Talleres en Español
Phone / Teléfono: English: 916-733-0123 | Español: 916-733-0177
Email: [email protected] | Web: www.ministrydays.com
2:45pm
Mass with Music By
OCP Artists
Misa con músicos de OCP
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Information / Información
What is Ministry Days 2015? /
¿Por qué participar en la Jornada Pastoral 2015?
“Gathered Into One By The Holy Spirit” from Eucharistic Prayer II
The work of the church is a collaborative effort. We are called to be one body
as we carry out the mission of Jesus together. As we try to renew our parishes
and schools as centers of hospitality, centers of prayer, centers of formation,
centers of evangelization and centers of service, we must allow ourselves to
be “Gathered into One by the Holy Spirit.” Join us for Ministry Days 2015!
“Congregados en la Unidad por el Espíritu Santo” de la Plegaria Eucarística II
El trabajo de la Iglesia es un esfuerzo de colaboración. Estamos llamados a ser
un solo cuerpo para que juntos podamos llevar la misión de Jesús. Al intentar
de renovar nuestras parroquias y escuelas como centros de hospitalidad,
centros de formación, centros de evangelización y centros de servicio,
tenemos que estar dispuestos a ser “Congregados en la Unidad por el Espíritu
Santo.” ¡Acompáñenos a la Jornada Pastoral 2015!
All participants must be registered.
Minimum age to attend the event is 18.
We recommend that you register early because space in each workshop is
limited. If you register late, or even at the door, the workshops of your choice
may already be full. Participants will be placed in workshops in the order in
which their registration and payment is received.
Recomendamos que se inscriba lo más antes posible ya que el cupo en los
talleres es limitado. Si se inscribe tarde o en la puerta, es probable que no
haya cupo en el taller que desee. Los participantes serán asignados a sus
talleres por el orden en que sus inscripciones pagadas sean recibidas.
Cost / Costo
Full Conference
Conferencia Completa
Both Days/ Ambos días
One Day
Friday or Saturday
Viernes o Sabádo
By September 11, 2015*
Antes del 11 de septiembre*
$47
$32
Between September 12 - 20, 2015
Entre el 12 y el 20 de septiembre
$62
$42
$82
$52
*Mail in registrations must be postmarked by September 11th. Online registration
continues through September 20th.
*Las incripciones deberán ser enviada antes de 11 de septiembre. Se podrá
inscribir por internet hasta el 20 de septiembre.
Registration Material • Name Badges / Material de Inscripción • Gafetes
All registration material will be given out on the morning of Ministry Days. This
includes name badges, a campus map and the schedule of workshops in which
you have been registered. Nothing will be mailed out prior to Ministry Days. We
encourage you to come early to avoid lines. Please allow at least 20 minutes to
check-in.
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Sorry, no childcare will be available.
Lo sentimos, pero no habrá cuidado de niños.
Lunch / Almuerzo
A box lunch and a beverage are included in the cost of registration. Soda and
water will be available all day for $1.00.
Se proporcionará un almuerzo y bebida como parte del costo de inscripción.
Podrá comprar bebidas y aguas durante el día por un costo de $1.00.
Parking / Estacionamiento
Habrá estacionamiento en el local - St. Francis High School. Habrá
estacionamiento adicional en la Parróquia - St. Mary, (1333 58th Street,
Sacramento), que está a sólo 2 cuadras de St. Francis High School.
Todos los participantes tendrán que inscribirse.
Se requiere una edad mínima de 18 años.
After September 20, 2015 You Must Register at the Door
Después del 20 de septiembre Sólo se podrá inscribir el día del
evento
Childcare / Cuidado de niños
Parking is available at St. Francis High School. Overflow parking is available at
St. Mary Parish (1333 58th Street, Sacramento), 2 short blocks from St. Francis
High School.
Registration / Inscripciones
Registered / Inscrito
Todos los materiales de inscripción serán entregados por la mañana el día del
evento. Esto incluye los gafetes de identificación, un mapa de la escuela y la
lista de los talleres para los que ha sido asignado. No se le enviará nada por
correo antes del día del evento. Le recomendamos que llegue temprano para
evitar tener que esperar en fila. Favor de permitirse mínimo 20 minutos para
completar la registración.
Display Tables / Mesas de Exhibición
Exhibitors will be available from 8:00a - 2:45p.
Habrá mesas de exhibición con recursos y materiales didácticos para su compra
disponibles de 8a - 2:45p.
Basic Certification Credit / Certificación Básica Crédito
Participation in Ministry Days fulfills a portion of the Spiritual Development
Component for Basic Certification and Renewal of Basic Certification.
Individuals who attend a Church History or a Sacred Scripture course during
Ministry Days may count that course towards that particular area for Renewal of
Basic Certification.
Participar en la Jornada pastoral es parte del requisito del Desarrollo Espiritual
para la Certificación Básica y la renovación de la Certificación Básica. Asistir a los
talleres de Historia de la Iglesia o Sagrada Escritura durante la Jornada Pastoral
pueden contar para esas mismas áreas en la renovación de su Certificación
Básica.
Table of Contents / Índice
Welcome
Keynotes / Schedule
Table of Contents
Information
Session A Workshops
Session B Workshops
Session C Workshops - Español
Session D Workshops
Session E Workshops
Session E Workshops - Español
Workshop Recommendations
Presenter Biographies
Registration Form
Register Now @ www.ministrydays.com
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Session
A Workshops - English
Friday • September 25, 2015 • 11:15am - 12:30pm
A-01
A-06
Many families drift away from church during the stressful early
childhood years. At parishes, we may struggle with the question of
what we can offer them. This is when we need to help parents step
into their role as the primary teachers of their children in faith. But we
need to start with where they are. This workshop will explore: we can
use the baptism preparation process to evangelize and support new
parents, how parishes can continue to keep young families engaged,
and the resources available to support parish leaders in this ministry.
This workshop will help you prepare a “class Mass” or “all-school Mass”
from beginning to end. Get practical advice about how to prepare
everything from the readings, music, environment, homily ideas,
PARTICIPATION, and involving children in liturgical ministries. Liturgy
preparation, as with liturgy itself, is a collaborative effort, a true
“Gathering Into One by Holy Spirit.” A step by step preparation guide,
a list of people to involve in the preparation process, and an online
and published resource list will be provided.
A-02
This workshop is also offered on Saturday at 11:15AM as Workshop D-05
Engaging New Parents through Baptism and Beyond
Paul Canavese
Mass Collaboration: How to Increase
Congregational Participation
James Cavanagh
Liturgy 101 for Teachers and Catechists
Caroline Easton
A-07
According to Vatican II, the active participation of the faithful in
the Mass is “the aim to be considered above all else.” The question
for many people involved in liturgy and music, however, is how
to achieve that noble goal. This talk will explain the true meaning
of “active participation” and offer 12 suggestions for increasing
congregational participation.
A-03
One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church
Armando Cervantes
How many times have you said these words? How many times do
you talk about our one united catholic faith? But have you really
lived it? In this workshop we will learn how this Catholic faith can
be lived out intergenerationally, interculturally and in a way that
can be transformative for the entire community.
A-04
An Invitation to Strengthen a Community
Through Parish and School Collaboration
Terry Cotting-Mogan
A community may be strengthened when a parish and its Catholic
school remember that they are serving the same community and
invite each other to share in their ministries. Come discover simple
and practical ways to support each other and collaborate.
A-05
Letting It Go: Communicating Effectively
with Parents During Tough Times
Armando Diaz
Whether it’s having a sensitive parent/teacher meeting or responding
to an emotional parent e-mail, the dilemma is clear. How do you
effectively communicate student concerns to parents while still
maintaining a positive partnership with them? This workshop will
provide teachers practical, hands-on skills to help them navigate
these difficult situations.
Scouting in the Catholic Community
TBA
Learn how the Catholic Church and Scouting can work hand-in-hand
in the development of America’s youth, through an extension of your
youth ministry. Over the last century, millions of youth have benefited
from scouting through character building, reinforcing values,
providing leadership opportunities and service to the community. Come learn about our exciting new opportunities, which include
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math), High Adventure
and local camps, merit badges, journeys and so much more!
A-08
Keep watch over yourselves ... (Acts 20:28)
Deacon David and Lorie Ford
For many in ministry we say “yes” to service with full hearts but
can, over time, experience burn-out, exhaustion, stress, etc. St. Paul
encouraged the presbyters and ministers of the Church of Ephesus
not only to keep watch over the “whole flock,” but also to keep watch
over “themselves.” This workshop will explore the elements of “selfcare” for ministers. We will examine the Jesus of the Gospels as a
good role model for self-care, enjoy both humorous and inspirational
videos, and reflect together on the Spirit’s role in helping us “keep
watch” over ourselves spiritually and practically.
A-09
Why not Physician-Assisted Suicide?
John Hamlon
Assisted-suicide bills are currently under consideration not only in
California, but also in a number of other states. What is the prognosis
for the Physician-Assisted Suicide movement? Why is the Catholic
Church opposed to Physician-Assisted Suicide, when many view it as
a reasonable and compassionate response? Are there non-religious
public policy reasons why assisted-suicide is a bad idea? If so, what
are they?
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Session
A-10
A-15
Holy Spirit: Protagonist of our Prayer,
Evangelization and Catechesis
Dr. Joseph Hollcraft, PhD.
We are a Church of Martyrs
TBA
What role does the Holy Spirit have in our life of prayer and how
does the Holy Spirit impact our evangelization and catechesis? How
should we catechize about the Holy Spirit? Come to this workshop to
discover the answers to these questions.
A-11
Engaging Students in the Augmented Classroom
Arnell J. Ignacio
The rapid growth of the Internet and the introduction of smart mobile
devices have dramatically elevated our ability to communicate,
interact and learn. What if we could harness this technology to not
only engage students, but also encourage collaboration and include
parents and families in the learning process? In this workshop, we
look at specific tools that will help us achieve these goals for K-12
classrooms and faith-formation classes.
A-12
The Living Word
Sam Kauffman
Drama brings to life the living Word of God and helps us more clearly
understand God’s message to us. By learning and understanding
the basic elements of drama, God’s exciting Word is brought to life.
God’s Word and life lessons are taught using simple, easily adaptable
techniques such as holiday pageants, tableau, pantomime and simple
dramas with music. Audience participation is encouraged at this
workshop, suitable for ages 3 to 103.
A-13
Imagination and Scripture - Use it or lose it!
Fr. Francisco Velazquez
Be prepared to find that imagination is a gift we posses to encounter
the Spirit in our daily lives. Come rediscover the One who gathers us,
challenges us to witness deeper, and gives us the script to make the
Spirit come alive in all settings. You will leave with tools for personal
formation, classrooms, and youth groups. Caution: No strobe lights,
but Scripture and images will be used.
A-14
A-16
What Young People Want You to Know
(But Won’t Tell You)
Roy Petitfils
Roy has spent years listening to young people, as a youth minister,
an educator, a parent and now as a therapist. He’s heard them share
things he knew they weren’t sharing with their friends, other adults
and their teachers. In this dynamic, humorous session, Roy will share
what’s really going on inside the minds and hearts of young people.
You’ll be surprised by what they most deeply want you to know about
them, and what they really want and need from you. You’ll walk away
with tools and strategies for incorporating this information into the
way you minister, teach, and parent.
A-17
Toolkit for Global Solidarity in the Classroom
and Community
Ken Preston
Reaching out in solidarity with the poor around the world is at the
heart of the gospel message. Is it a part of your classroom or parish
ministry? In this workshop, we will share practical ways to help our
children, teens and community enrich their understanding of, and
actively participate in, global solidarity with our most vulnerable
brothers and sisters. Together we will build your solidarity toolkit
using resources and programs offered by Catholic Relief Services
(CRS), the formal emergency relief and international development
agency of the U.S. Catholic Church.
A-18
A Light for My Path: Praying the Psalms on the
Way of the Cross
Michael Ruzicki
Grace: Good News for Everyone
Rick Norman
The Catholic Catechism says, “Grace is a participation in the life
of God. It introduces us into the intimacy of Trinitarian life...”. This
workshop will show how we have forgotten grace, how we can
rediscover grace, and why there is reason for great joy. As St. Therese
of Lisieux says “Everything is grace.”
This workshop is also offered on Saturday at 1:15PM as Workshop E-10
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In his Tertio Millennio Adveniente, St. John Paul II wrote, “In our own
century the martyrs have returned, many of them nameless, ‘unknown
soldiers’ as it were of God’s great cause...their witness should not be
lost to the Church.” As a mainstay of his Pontificate, Pope Francis has
said, “The Church today is a Church of martyrs: they suffer, they give
their lives and we receive the blessing of God for their witness.” This
workshop will look at martyrdom today, the witness our martyrs give,
and seek to discover the blessings given by their testimonies.
Gather with us in song, Scripture, and prayer as we accompany
Christ, our brother, in praying our way to the Cross, by reflecting on
the Word in the Book of Psalms. Attentive to the vast array of human
emotions, this gathering will invite participants to reflect on their own
life experience and encounter the saving power of the Cross. These
ancient Scripture prayers unite our voices to Christ, the eternal light,
who illumines our journey to the New and Eternal Jerusalem.
Session
A-19
organizations; and how to awaken social concern in the hearts of
those receiving confirmation and call them to discipleship through
confirmation preparation.
With secular society growing increasingly impatient with the Church’s
positions on marriage, many Catholics find themselves struggling
to defend that position. This is not because the Church is wrong
on the issue; it has never had to defend the position before and is,
therefore, unprepared. There is a BIG difference between wrong and
unprepared! Attendees will learn that marriage is an objective reality,
what that reality is and why it is so important, and how to discuss the
issue with clarity and charity.
The Marriage Discussion
Dan Cairns
A-20
Safe Environment Training for Youth
Katita Schloemann
This workshop will focus on the Diocese of Sacramento’s Safe
Environment training for youth, “Circle of Grace”. All students enrolled
in faith formation or any of our diocesan schools must receive safe
environment training every year. The workshop will provide teachers
and catechists with an overview of the program and a sample lesson/
activity.
A-21
“We Go To God Together”: Creative Collaborative
Strategies for Continuing Conversion
Sue Schuttinger
Come, learn by doing as we experience creative strategies for
collaboration that engage and involve children, teens, parents, single
and older adults, catechists, teachers and parish staff. We will explore
how all members of a parish community, and even the broader civic
community, can work together as disciples on a lifelong journey. It
is easier than you think, so come discover for yourself! You will leave
with handouts, tools and ideas that are easy to implement and lead to
an exciting spirit of everyone working together.
A-24
The Mythology of Annulments
Cheryl Tholcke, Fr. Mark Richards, JCL
The annulment process is a collaboration between the Tribunal, parish
advocates, and the parties involved. Come find out how you can help
as we address the most commonly-held myths about annulments in
the Catholic Church. Is it really just a “Catholic divorce”? Does “good
standing” in the Church guarantee an annulment? Are big donors
more likely to get an annulment? Does it really take three to five years
for an annulment to be granted? Do children become illegitimate?
Does an annulment cost as much as a divorce? Bring your questions!
A-25
Focusing Film on Faith and the Framework
Chuck Zannetti
This workshop will demonstrate how to utilize contemporary and
popular film to help the high school student understand the doctrinal
content of the Bishops’ Framework. The participant will walk away
with a methodology for writing curriculum, based on Framework
units, that is rigorous and relevant using backward design and the
Rigor and Relevance and Relationship model of instruction, a method
for deconstructing film for classroom use, and a list of resources on
curriculum and film for religious studies.
A-22
Engaging Young Adults in the Life of the Parish:
Young Adults and Stewardship
Kevin Staszkow
Most Young Adult Catholics in their 20s and 30s are not convinced
that giving their time, treasure and talent to the Catholic Church is
a good investment. Further, they are hesitant to register in a parish
or claim a single parish as their home. How can we convince this
generation of Catholics to take another look at the gift of parish life?
A-23
Transformers: Confirmation as Transformation, not
Graduation
Joel Stepanek
Confirmation ministry is an opportunity to evangelize young people,
rather than a burden or problem to be solved. Participants will be
empowered to implement effective confirmation preparation and will
learn best practices for evangelizing confirmation student; how to
connect with parents, sponsors, your parish priest, and other parish
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Session
B
Workshops - English
Friday • September 25, 2015 • 1:15pm - 2:30pm
B-01
B-06
Is Collaboration Really Possible?
Rene Cardenas
There are several foundational principles to collaboration in all
professions. Participants will identify the major foundational
principles of collaboration and discern the principles which are at
work in individuals and the organizational group.
B-02
Inviting Parents to Live Out Their Faith
Armando Cervantes
Join us as we take on the challenge Pope Francis is inviting us to in
serving the families of our parish! Come learn new ideas, creative tips
and tried and true methods on how to invite, how to empower and
how to send families forth to live out their faith with their children,
their spouse and the world!
Renew Yourself So You Can Help Renew Those
Around You
Christine Jurisich
If you are working in ministry, it is usually because you have a passion
for spreading God’s love and word. There is always the feeling that
there is so much more to do and so many more people to help.
Sometimes that can lead to burnout and a wearing down of our
body, mind, and spirit. It is okay to stop and take some to renew
yourself in order to continue the work of helping others. Come join
us as we reflect on ways to renew our body, mind, and spirit and the
importance of modeling that for those around us.
B-07
Praying the Psalms or Praying the Psalms with Children
Sam Kauffman
Why is Christian unity so important today? In this workshop, we
will discover the scriptural ideal of being gathered into one, the
challenges from a historical perspective and what our Popes have to
say from John XXIII to Francis.
How can we use these beautiful, living prayers to come closer to
God - to bring adults and children into a closer relationship with God?
Through the history, poetic forms, music and unique ideas for praying
the Psalms, these ancient prayer-songs can bring us into the presence
of God. Creative ideas such as Prayer Pathways, creative ideas for
integrating the Psalms into daily life, simple music and stories
surrounding the Psalms will guide participants to use the Psalms to
deepen their prayer life and relationship with God.
B-04
B-08
B-03
The Challenge of Being Gathered Into One
Bradley Francis
Appreciating the Sacrament of Penance: It’s all About the
Loving Mercy of Our Generous God
Susie Hahn
Fifty years ago, the Second Vatican Council required the revision
of the sacrament of Penance to better emphasize the nature of the
sacrament, focusing on our compassionate God (Constitution on
the Sacred Liturgy #72). But is this emphasis really at the center
of your parish’s formation process with your children and their
parents? DREs and catechists, as we anticipate the Year of Mercy,
let’s explore opportunities to increase awareness and love of this
healing sacrament in your ministries, discover how to guide families
to a deeper appreciation of this sacrament and consider what a truly
communal celebration of this sacrament with children and parents
can look like.
B-05
Discovering How to be EPIC
Rosina Hendrickson
Research shows us that our society has become EPIC - Experiential,
Participatory and Interactive, Image-Driven and Connected. Come
discover how to incorporate the principles of EPIC into your classroom
and faith formation programs. Through discussion and activity, we will
explore how to turn any lesson into an EPIC lesson, while retaining
and maintaining the integrity of the doctrine and teaching.
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Christianity and Islam
Chuck Kava
The workshop will cover a short history of both Christian and Islamic
traditions throughout the ages. Specific comparison will be made
between theological doctrines, the understanding of Revelation, and
the topics of Sin and Salvation.
B-09
Same-Sex Attraction: Catechetical and Pastoral
Considerations
Bryan Kelso
Join us as we review the current research behind same-sex attraction,
the social trends, how is it related to Church teaching, the available
resources, and how to respond to the phenomenon in school,
religious education and pastoral care contexts. We will also look at
how to articulate, interpret and discuss the topic with love, concern,
and respect, focusing on common talking points, which may be
confusing, often confronted within today’s culture.
B-10
Gathered into One through the RCIA Experience
Mike Knepshield
This workshop will identify the RCIA as a gathering call by the Holy
Spirit; individuals are called as participants, sponsors, facilitators, and
parishioners. The workshop will identify, through Scriptural reference,
the need to encourage all of these to become more active. We will
identify the available ministries, the ministry’s involvement, and how
ministries are created.
Session
B
Workshops - English
B-11
Why Everyone Needs Fertility Appreciation Education
Loree Lippsmeyer
The Church’s teaching on responsible parenthood - i.e., use NFP not
contraception - is often either relegated just to marriage prep or
ignored entirely. But the relevance and need for the truth and beauty
of this teaching is much larger and reaches across the spectrum of
age groups and state in life contexts. How can our parishes better get
the good word out?
B-12
We All Need A Retreat
Ryan Lopez
In this workshop, we will discuss the importance of retreats for young
people AND for those leading the retreat, how retreats have evolved
and where they are today, and what young people are looking for in
a retreat.
B-13
We Are Called to Serve
Julie Moody
Christian Service is an integral part of our Christian responsibility.
Come share what you are doing, hope to introduce to your school
community or just look for some new ideas to expand Christian
Service among your students and their families. After all, this is what
it means to fully respond to discipleship and follow the message and
example of Jesus.
B-14
Jesus--A Collaborative Leader
Christopher Nelson
This workshop will focus on how Jesus’ collaboration with the Father,
the Holy Spirit and the people He loved was a crucial ingredient in
providing Him with the inspiration, courage, humility and strength He
needed to conquer sin and save humanity.
B-15
“Hurts So Good” : Ministering to Adolescents
Who Suffer Injury
Roy Petitfils
One in every five American teens cut, carve, burn or beat themselves
in order to feel better. In this session, you’ll hear from real teens and
why they started, why they continued and why they stopped. You’ll
leave this session able to recognize the warning signs, understand
the deeper issues involved and possess a clear understanding of the
critical role you, as a minister or catechist, play in pastorally caring for
these teens.
called to respond to these changes? What can we do to heal our
earth? In this workshop, we will examine the climate changes
affecting us the most and how the Church invites us to respond.
B-17
Post-Abortion Syndrome
Dr. Mónica Ruiz-Durant
Women who have had abortions are six times more likely to commit
suicide than women who carried their pregnancies to term. PostAbortion Syndrome is characterized by depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, addiction, eating disorders, self-injurious behaviors
and more. But hope and healing are available. This workshop
will address recognition of Post-Abortion Syndrome and healing
resources through our Church.
B-18
Preparing School Masses with Children
Michael Ruzicki
This workshop will assist school teachers (and others) in teaching
children the language of the liturgy by including them in the
preparation of the Mass. Doing so will reinforce their Catholic identity
by breaking open the Word, selecting music, preparing liturgical
environment, and serving in liturgical ministries. Participants will gain
(or improve) the tools necessary for collaboration and communication
while knowing they are doing the “right thing” liturgically.
B-19
Hyperactive Gospel: Ministering to Middle School Youth
Joel Stepanek
Middle school youth ministry transforms the hearts of young
people by proposing the Gospel early. Its methodology differs from
a classroom model. Participants will understand middle school
development; effective modes of transmitting the Gospel and
evangelizing young people; the necessity of involving the parish
community and how to involve parents, priests, high school students,
and adult volunteers in middle school ministry; and best practices
for structuring a middle school ministry, recruiting volunteers,
catechetical methodology, and liturgical integration.
B-20
Who we are meant to be - Great Catholics
Abe Saadeh
Are you thriving or just surviving? Is your parish ready to grow and in
need of more energy? Is there a need for a deeper sense of spirituality
and cooperation with God’s plan for you and your parish? Join us
for an engaging workshop, based on the work of writer and speaker
Mathew Kelly, that addresses these questions and can lead to greater
success in the New Evangelization.
B-16
Climate Change: Why Should I Care?
Ken Preston
With Pope Francis’s new encyclical on climate change we have
the opportunity to reflect on many questions. What are the moral
implications of climate change? How is the Catholic community
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B
Workshops - English
B-21
Enrich your Faith Formation classes with Religious Awards
in Scouting
Nick and Soli Garcia
Did you ever want to learn about all of the Catholic awards available
in Scouting? These awards are available to Catholic boys and girls
in Scouting and American Heritage Girls. They tie in and associate
Catholic teaching with Scouting. Some of the awards can also be
used to motivate and help youth grow in knowledge of the Saints,
Mary and the Rosary. Come learn a bit about what Scouting has to
offer and how you can use these awards to enrich your students’
knowledge in your Faith Formation classes.
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B-22
Your Life is Mission!
Cecilia Flores
We often hear the word “missionary” and imagine people who travel
to foreign lands to preach the Gospel– but how often do we think of
ourselves as missionaries? By virtue of our baptism, we are all called
to be missionaries! In this workshop, we will discover our call and
identity as missionary disciples and explore ways in which we can
carry out God’s mission for our lives in our families, communities, and
in the world.
B-23
Liturgy of Lament: A Starting Point for Justice & Hope for
our World
Fr. Brent Otto, S.J.
If our goal is to animate our communities to work together for justice,
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works of justice? Come hear and discuss some insights about how to
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Talleres - Español
Sábado • 26 de septiembre 2015 • 9:30am - 10:45am
C-01
C-06
Unete a nosotros tomando el reto que el Papa Francisco nos está
invitando de servir a las familias de nuestra parroquia. !Ven y aprende
nuevas ideas, pistas creativas y trata con métodos verdaderos y
probados de cómo invitar, fortalecer y enviar familias a que vivan su fe
con sus hijos y con su pareja en el mundo!
El pasado abril, Nepal fue sacudido por un terremoto devastador
dejando al país en gran sufrimiento y necesidad. Nuestra Iglesia
y el mundo respondieron de inmediato con gran compasión y
generosidad. Seis meses después, el pueblo de Nepal aún sigue
luchando, pero para muchos de nosotros Nepal se ha vuelto solo
una memoria. Olvidaremos a Nepal? Por medio de fotos e historias,
en este taller compartiremos la experiencia de emergencia y
reconstrucción realizada por Catholic Relief Services. También
reflexionaremos sobre nuestro llamado a seguir solidarios con el
pueblo de Nepal.
Invitando a los Padres a vivir su Fe
Armando Cervantes
Y el Pueblo de Nepal, lo Olvidaremos?
Maria G. Arroyo
C-02
¡Tu Vida es Mision!
Cecilia Flores
Muchas veces escuchamos la palabra “misionero” y pensamos en
personas que viajan a tierras extranjeras para predicar el Evangelio,
¿pero nos consideramos a nosotros mismos como misioneros? Por
virtud de nuestro bautismo, todos somos llamados a ser misioneros!
En este taller, descubriremos nuestro llamado e identidad como
misioneros discípulos, y exploraremos las maneras en que podemos
realizar la misión a la que Dios nos llama en nuestras vidas, familia,
comunidad, y en el mundo entero.
C-03
Construyendo la comunidad
Dr. Jose Antonio Medina
La catequesis, la liturgia, la pastoral social, los movimientos
apóstolicos, la escuelas católicas, la radio diocesana y todos los otros
ministerios son parte de un cuerpo que es la Diócesis de Sacramento
con su Obispo a la cabeza. En este taller explicaremos la íntima
relación que hay entre todos los ministerios en la Iglesia y cómo
podemos superar la mentalidad de aislamiento y desarrollar un
espíritu de colaboración entre todos, para bien de la Diócesis, de las
parroquias y de la evangelización.
C-04
Ideas para enseñar los principios de Justicia Social de la
iglesia en la catequesis y/o otros grupos
Hector D. Medina
Los principios de Justicia Social son parte modular de nuestra Fe y
se habla como el mejor secreto de la iglesia. Por más de 100 años
la iglesia ha desarrollado un cuerpo de enseñanzas enraizadas en
el Evangelio. Este taller ofrece una introducción a los 7 principios
generales de las enseñanzas sociales católicas y la oportunidad de
juntos explorar como compartirlos e introducirlos en nuestros grupos.
C-05
Juntos en el Camino de la Esperanza
Jose Lopez
Hacia la conversión y la comunión, la auténtica conversión conduce a
vivir la comunión mediante expresiones de hospitalidad y bienvenida
a los migrantes por parte de las comunidades receptoras, y mediante
un sentir de pertenencia por parte de las comunidades inmigrantes.
“Vino a los suyos pero los suyos no lo recibieron” (Jn. 1,11.)
C-07
Evangelizando a las parejas de novios que se preparan
para recibir el Sacramento del Matrimonio
Maria y Renzo Perochena
Con este taller, queremos mostrar que el programa de preparación
matrimonial no solo debe limitarse a la preparación de novios en
los temas de matrimonio, sexualidad e hijos, sino también debe ser
evangelizadora, esto quiere decir que la pareja debe ser introducida a
una nueva vida de relación con Jesús. En este taller compartiremos la
experiencia de muchas parejas comprometidas con la Iglesia despues
de haber terminado el Programa de preparación matrimonial.
C-08
Reunidos por el Espíritu Santo
Marta Torres
El Espíritu Santo forma comunidad en donde se relacionan unos
con los otros de una manera nueva, en una relación marcada por el
amor, la libertad, verdad e igualdad. Al compartir el mismo Espíritu,
nos convertimos en miembros del mismo cuerpo de Cristo e hijos
adoptivos del mismo Padre, y estamos unidos los unos a los otros en
una relación completamente nueva.
C-09
Dios es el amor y la bondad a nuestro alrededor
Olga Flores
Cómo se vería el mundo si todos vivieramos creyendo
verdaderamente que Dios está tan cerca, que su amor y su bondad
nos rodea.
C-10
Los Mitos sobre la Anulación Matrimonial
Padre Francisco Hernández
El proceso de nulidad matrimonial es una colaboración entre el
Tribunal, el sacerdote y las partes involucradas. Vengan a descubrir la
realidad de todos los mitos que escuchamos, como: ¿Es en verdad un
“Divorcio Católico”? ¿El estar bien con la Iglesia me garantiza obtener
la Nulidad? ¿Es cierto que le dan la Nulidad más fácil a los grandes
bienhechores? ¿En realidad se toma de tres a cinco años el proceso de
Nulidad? ¿Y los hijos se vuelven ilegítimos? ¿Una nulidad es tan cara
como un divorcio? ¡Traigan sus propias preguntas!
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C
Talleres - Español
Sábado • 26 de septiembre 2015 • 9:30am - 10:45am
C-11
C-16
El llamado del Señor a trabajar en su Viña y a construir juntos su
reino es un gran regalo y una gran responsabilidad. Ser uno en la
diversidad, trabajar en equipo sumando las diferencias, aceptar el
otro en su unicidad y don. Ser Iglesia es don y tarea. A veces, la tarea
se hace extenuante. En este taller, partiendo de los Hechos de los
Apóstoles, vamos a explorar herramientas que nos ayuden a renovar
nuestro llamado, y superar los desafíos de trabajar juntos en la gran
Obra del Señor.
Este taller se enfocará en el entrenamiento para jóvenes adolescentes
de “Círculo de Gracia” que usa el Departamento de Ambiente Seguro
en la Diócesis. Todos los estudiantes inscritos en programas de
formación de la fe o en cualquier escuela diocesana deben recibir el
entrenamiento de ambiente seguro cada año. El taller proporcionará
a los maestros y catequistas un resumen del programa y una muestra
de lección/actividad.
¡Colaboradores en la Viña del Señor!
Sr. Sibele Moreira, VDMF
Entrenamiento de Ambiente Seguro para Jóvenes
Adolescentes
Tannia Chavez
C-12
Cómo usar FOCCUS
Silvia Hillyer
Las normas diocesanas requieren que cada pareja comprometida,
reciba la preparación para el sacramento como parte del proceso para
el matrimonio. ¿Qué es esta herramienta, cómo trabaja y porqué es
una ayuda importante para las parejas comprometidas?
C-13
Viviendo y Aplicando la Pedagogía de Jesús en la
Catequesis
Teresa Donan
Este taller busca ayudar a crecer al catequista en su espiritualidad;
fortalecerle en la enseñanza transparente y sencilla de Jesús, para que
sea más fiel a su manera de enseñar, y reanimarle en su misión.
C-14
Cuidado Personal y Balance de Vida en Ministerio
Alejandro Báez, S.J.
¿Puede ver cuidado personal en el ministerio pastoral? ¿Qué puedes
hacer para cuidarte a ti mismo y a la misma vez lidiar con el trabajo
que se presenta todos los días y a cualquier hora? Los ministros
parroquiales tienen que buscar tiempo para cuidarse a si mismo!
No podemos servir al Pueblo de Dios con lo mejor de nosotros si no
cuidamos de nuestro propio cuerpo, mente y vida espiritual. En este
taller, se discutirán algunos desafíos de ministros y se propondrán
ideas concretas que pueden adaptar para lograr un balance de vida
saludable para su ministerio - prácticas en priorizar, manejar su
tiempo, ejercicio físico, oración y como fijar metas y límites. Estas
prácticas vienen de la Espiritualidad Ignaciana.
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C-15
Ser un Líder Capaz y Eficaz
Ana Ibarra
No solo hay una manera de ser un líder eficaz. Vengan a aprender
diferentes estilos de liderazgo y comprendan sus propios dones y
límites en tomar responsabilidad de su posición para mantener orden
en su salón y también pedir la participación de los padres de familia.
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D Workshops - English
Saturday • September 26, 2015 • 11:15am - 12:30pm
D-01
D-07
We know the Gospel message is for everybody, but how can we make
it more accessible to both practicing and non-practicing Catholics? In
this engaging and experiential workshop, we will explore the ancient
tradition of Lectio Divina. Participants will experience the spiritual
benefits of the exercise and learn how to start a Lectio Divina group
of their own.
“Were not our hearts burning within us...?” (Luke 24:32) What is it that
truly makes your heart burn, that assures you that God is present in
what you are doing and how you are living your mission? How can
you keep that excitement and love for ministry alive? We will open
our own hearts and the Word of God to guide us in discussion and
reflection to discover what it means to have the heart of a disciple,
the characteristics of a disciple, and the love of a disciple.
D-02
D-08
One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church
Armando Cervantes
Once Upon God’s Time - Let Me Tell You a Story
Sam Kauffman
This workshop will also be offered on Friday at 11:15AM.
Please refer to Workshop A-03 for a full description.
A good story leaves a footprint on the soul. Who doesn’t love a story,
a joke, a folktale, a ghost story or a parable? Jesus was the greatest
storyteller of all time. By learning the basic principles of storytelling;
creative ways of using stories; simple fun techniques and immediately
usable ideas for any parish setting or class, individuals will discover
how stories, musical stories and storytelling can make a lifelong
impression on a parish and parishioners.
Lectio Divina: A Simple Approach to Praying with the
Scriptures
Edrick Bondoc
D-03
Powerful Prayer Experiences for Teens
Aaron Del Monte
Many young people want to improve their prayer lives, but they
just don’t know where to start. This workshop will help you create
meaningful prayer experiences for groups of teens, and it will
provide you with information young people can use to improve
their individual daily prayer experiences. A variety of ideas will be
provided, with an emphasis on using popular music as a powerful
tool to draw young people into prayer and reflection.
D-04
Gathered and Sent to Form Communities of Missionary
Disciples
Deacon Gustavo Escrucería
Pope Francis envisions the Church comprised of “communities of
missionary disciples.” Loved by God, we are gathered to strengthen
one another and form communities that “go forth” rejoicing and share
God’s love with people everywhere, especially those in most need.
Come discover how to form communities of missionary disciples
in your program and classroom. Participants will develop skills and
resources to form the next generation of missionary disciples.
D-05
Liturgy 101 for Teachers and Catechists
Caroline Easton
D-06
With The Heart of a Disciple
Rose Hernandez
D-09
Pastoral Approach to Same Sex Attraction in
Your Family
Brian Kelso
How can you best respond to someone in your family or church
community who expresses Same Sex Attraction(SSA)? You will learn
what the root of SSA is and how it relates to one’s spiritual needs.
This workshop will teach you how to lovingly open dialogue with the
person and, most importantly, what not to do in your efforts to help.
D-10
Where is the Spirit Alive?
Paul LeBoeuf
Through the lens of St. Ignatius, we will explore the working of the
Spirit in our daily lives! We will touch upon the Examen, consolation
and desolation, and Discernment of Spirits. You will leave with
practical applications for personal and small groups, classrooms and
youth groups.
D-11
We All Need A Retreat
Ryan Lopez
This workshop will also be offered on Friday at 1:15PM.
Please refer to Workshop B-12 for a full description.
Appreciating the Sacrament of Penance: It’s all About the
Loving Mercy of Our Generous God
Susie Hahn
D-12
Learn how and why the FOCCUS Inventory is used in Marriage
Preparation. Discover how it reflects values and ideals holding
marriage as sacred; invites couples to reflect and discuss strengths, as
well as problem areas, and offers couples a foundation and lifelong
model for ongoing dialogue during and after the facilitated sessions.
Why and How to Use FOCCUS in Marriage Prep
John and Susan Meyer
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Session
D-13
D-18
Learn the basics of Ignatian spirituality, a nearly 500 year old Catholic
spirituality that allows us to attune ourselves to hearing the voice
of God in our experiences, relationships, feelings, and the world
around us. Ignatian principles are extraordinarily helpful in fostering
an intimate relationship with God and for discerning important life
decisions. You will learn how prayer spills out into our daily activities,
practical prayer methods for hearing God’s voice (even amidst
busyness) and ideas for implementing Ignatian spirituality into your
ministry.
Most parish sacramental preparation processes have required parent
sessions. But attendance is often weak, participation is low, and
attitude is horrible. Sometimes it feels like the sessions are a waste
of time for everyone involved. It doesn’t have to be that way! This
practical workshop will help you design parent sessions for First
Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, and/or RCIA Adapted
for Children that are more engaging, challenging, and effective.
Ignatian Spirituality: Hearing the Voice of God in the Every
Day
Andy Otto
D-14
Making it Mandatory doesn’t Make It Meaningful:
Rethinking Parent Sessions for First Communion, First
Reconciliation and Confirmation
Kevin Staszkow
D-19
Hyperactive Gospel: Ministering to Middle School Youth
Joel Stepanek
The Loneliness of Ministry
Sarah Otto
Ministry can be a lonely vocation - those we care for so often turn
to us, but who do we turn to ourselves? It is important to find
support networks with other ministers, create spaces to be honest
and vulnerable about our work, and continually nurture our own
prayer life. This workshop will talk about the risks of being lonely in
ministry, offer practical suggestions for finding community with other
ministers and provide a chance for participants to reflect with one
another.
D-15
“God blah, blah, blah. Church blah, blah, blah.” Why
younger generations continue to tune us out and what we
must do if we really want to reach them.
Roy Petitfils
What if you could reach more young people by understanding why
they resist your efforts to reach them? Teach them? Help them? In
this dynamic, humorous session you’ll learn the four types of human
resistance and why most of our evangelization and catechesis is
focused on the wrong one. You’ll learn which type of resistance is
most prevalent in youth and young adults and the language, skills
and questions that will get you through the door to their minds,
hearts and souls.
D-16
Getting the Children (and Parents) of Your Parish to Mass
Michael Ruzicki
Explore the ways in which your parish can collaborate with parents,
grandparents, and guardians to help ensure that attendance at
Sunday Mass becomes a family priority.
D-17
Safe Environment Training for Youth
Katita Schloemann
D-20
Singing in God’s Ear: Sacred Chant and Polyphony after the
Mind of the Church Lives
Samuel Weber
The workshop will present a new book THE PROPERS OF THE MASS
FOR SUNDAYS AND SOLEMNITIES (Ignatius Press, April, 2015), discuss
why this book is important for the celebration of the sacred liturgy
today, and how the book can be used in the parish. Also, how can the
Prayer of the Hours be realized in parishes today? The workshop will
end with the chanting of Vespers.
D-21
We’re Supposed to Work Together on This...But You’re
Driving Me Crazy!
Darcy Wharton
Gathering together as a family, committee, or team can be rewarding
AND frustrating! What happens when conflict or differing opinions
arise? How can we honor and allow individual expression, while
maintaining our purpose and effectiveness as a group? Learn how
to build a shared approach that is effective and practical. Perfect for
ministry or educational teams and families!
D-22
Young Adult Ministry: Building Community One Meeting at
a Time
Christine Wissink
This workshop is a practical discussion on how to run a Young Adult
Ministry group. We will talk about how to plan and lead a group.
Participants will learn practical skills on how to be good hosts and
provide good hospitality, how to plan a weekly meeting, and develop
a regular schedule of activities.
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Session
E
Workshops - English
Saturday • September 26, 2015 • 1:15pm - 2:30pm
E-01
E-06
Parishes cannot substitute for parents. For faith formation to last a
lifetime, parents must be involved the process. Parents want to do
this but often feel intimidated and don’t know where to start. This
challenge is the very heart of evangelization. This workshop will
explore the role of parents, as taught by the Church; practical ways
parishes can engage, coach, and empower parents; and resources
available to support parish leaders in this ministry.
We know we are all one body of Christ and we know we all need one
another to build up the Kingdom of God, but working together as a
team doesn’t always come naturally. Teamwork takes skill and practice
and, most of all, humility. Join us as we spend time reflecting on ways
we can empower rather than delegate, accept help from others rather
than work alone, and, most importantly, enjoy serving as one body of
Christ.
E-02
E-07
How to Coach Parents to Form their Own Children in Faith
Paul Canavese
Integrating our liturgical year into faith formation
programs
Terry Cotting-Mogan
This year make a resolution to strengthen your students’ relationship
with Jesus and their Catholic Identity. Discover simple and practical
ways to integrate the Church’s liturgical year into your lessons and
your students’ and their families’ lives.
E-03
Enjoy working as one body of Christ
Christine Jurisich
Music, Movement, Prayer and Song
Sam Kauffman
Everyone, especially children, loves music. This fun, interactive
workshop will introduce catechists to SIMPLE techniques immediately
usable in the classroom to enhance weekly lessons through song,
prayer, movement and music. It will take the fear out of bringing
music into the classroom and provide resources, along with easy to
find follow-up materials.
E-08
Finding and Nurturing Young Leaders
Aaron Del Monte
The most effective teachers and youth ministers not only lead young
people, but also provide opportunities to help them become leaders
themselves. This workshop will help you identify the leaders and
potential leaders within your group of teens and enable you to create
some wonderful opportunities for peer ministry and leadership
development.
E-04
Ministering to Those Who Have Suffered Loss
As Christians who serve, we can suddenly find ourselves facing the
broken in front of us - be they students, neighbors, parishioners,
or co-workers. They often suffer the sudden loss of death, divorce,
serious disease, and other tragedies. We may not know what to do
or say. We feel inadequate before such pain. Using stories from life
and from Sacred Scripture, Deacon David and Lorie will explore
competent and compassionate responses including what not to say/
do and what to say/do. In addition, examples of how to help those in
such horrendous grief and pain will be covered. Deacon David and
Lorie will teach from faith experience and their own losses.
Discovering our Spiritual Gifts
Mel Kennedy
We all have spiritual gifts. “We are many parts. We are all one body.
And the gifts we have, we are given to share.” Through song, scripture,
reflection, and practical suggestions, this workshop will explore how
to name, claim, and share the gifts bestowed on us by the Holy Spirit.
E-09
Nurturing a Spirituality of One Heart
Sr. Maria Elena Martinez, OSF
There is a movement of the Spirit in our midst, manifested by a
greater awareness about collaboration, partnership, cooperation,
human kindness, mercy and compassion. There is also a
consciousness about our call to move from the “I” to the “WE.” How
can we nurture a spirituality of One Heart in our daily lives?
E-10
Grace: Good News for Everyone
Rick Norman
E-05
E-11
Evangelizing Engaged Couples
Deacon Dennis Gorsuch
A Spirituality of Courage: Praying with Women in Scripture
Sarah Otto
As Marriage Preparation Ministers, we have a challenge to help
engaged couples see the Sacrament of Marriage as a vocation -- a
call from God to a special and fulfilling path in life. This workshop
identifies ways to connect with engaged couples, focusing on
prayer, the significance of parenthood, the value of service, and
understanding how the Cross leads to salvation.
This workshop will introduce Ignatian Contemplation, an active way
of praying with scripture that engages the mind and heart, with a
particular lens of women in scripture. From Mary’s courageous “yes,”
to the resilience of the women who stay at the foot of the cross when
all others flee, we will uncover a spirituality of courage for women in
the Church.
16
Session
E
Workshops - English
Saturday • September 26, 2015 • 1:15pm - 2:30pm
E-12
The Saints and the New Evangelization
TBA
In 2013, Pope Francis said, “We need saints with jeans and tennis
shoes...that place God in first place ahead of succeeding in any
career...to sanctify the world and to not be afraid of living in the
world”. We will look at the extraordinary lives of not-so-well-known
saints of our time whom the Church has given us to emulate. We’ll
explore their sufferings and how, through them, God literally changed
the world!
E-13
Liturgical Catechesis in the RCIA: Acceptance, Election,
Initiation
Michael Ruzicki
The periods of Christian initiation are marked by the celebration of
three major steps (liturgical celebrations). This workshop will dive
deep into the theological meaning of the Rite of Acceptance, the Rite
of Election, and the Celebration of the Sacraments of Initiation and
offer practical advice in preparing parish liturgies rich with symbol
and meaning.
E-17
Enrich your Faith Formation classes with Religious Awards
in Scouting
Nick and Soli Garcia
E-18
What is Spiritual Direction? What Can Spiritual Direction
do for you?
Until the Second Vatican Council, it was common only for priests and
religious to have spiritual directors. But since the Council, the Church
has realized that spiritual direction can be a great help to anyone who
takes seriously his/her relationship with God. Come learn more about
spiritual direction, how it is different from counseling, mentorship or
therapy, and how to find and work with a spiritual director near you.
The Catholic Counseling Agency
psychotherapy for individuals, couples, families and groups
E-14
~ Healing through Grace ~
Instruments: Handmaidens of the Choir
Brian Sennello
Instruments perform a dual role on the liturgical choir. According
to ‘Sing to the Lord (86),’ instruments “are best understood as an
extension of, and support to, the primary liturgical instrument,
which is the human voice.” This workshop will demonstrate
practical methods to best utilize instruments for both these
functions: organists, pianists and guitarists to support, and other
instrumentalists to extend and enhance, choir and congregational
singing. Participants will also be encouraged to share their own
findings of best practices and challenging situations.
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E-15
Transformers: Confirmation as Transformation, not
Graduation
Joel Stepanek
MEL KENNEDY Music & Ministry
Award Nominated Recording Artist
Inspirational Performer
Liturgical & Motivational Speaker
NPM Certified Cantor Colleague
E-16
Leave a Mark that None Can Erase
Steven Do
A thousand years from now, how will you be remembered? Every
saint in the 2,000 year history of the Church is unique and different,
yet they are all the same in that they loved boldly, lived fearlessly
and made Christ known. These three virtues are the essence of
discipleship and there is not a single saint that has not exemplified
them. We, too, are called to embody these virtues in our lives. How are
we loving boldly? Do we live fearlessly? At the end of the day, have
we made Christ known to those we encounter? We are called to be
disciples. We are called to be saints.
Concerts • Prayer Services
Liturgical & Spiritual Workshops
Women’s Retreats
[email protected]
775-883-6906
www.melkennedy.com
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Sesión
E
Talleres - Español
Sábado • 26 de septiembre 2015 • 1:15pm - 2:30pm
E-50
impulsora para llevar la Buena Nueva. 2. Hacer Comunidades de
Discípulos Misioneros. 3. Ser Discípulos Misioneros con alegría.
Pastoral de la Comunión
Sr. Virgina Alcala
E-55
En una sociedad que constantemente nos invita a ver
individualistamente la vida, corremos el riesgo de verlo igual en
nuestros ministerios dentro de la parroquia. Solo desde la comunión
con Dios y los hermanos podremos mostrar el rostro nuevo de la
Iglesia que el mundo espera y que Dios pide a cada bautizado. De
ahí la importancia de resaltar en nuestro tema será el significado de
la Pastoral de la Comunión, un camino común para la Pastoral de
Conjunto, y la responsabilidad personal de la Comunión en nuestras
comunidades parroquiales.
E-51
Nuestro Llamado Sacramental a la Justicia
Maria G. Arroyo
Somos una Iglesia; el cuerpo de Cristo que celebra, da expresión a
su fe y encuentra a su Dios en los Sacramentos. En los Sacramentos
decimos nuestro “si” a una vida comprometida como discípulos de
Jesus, encarnando al mismo Cristo vivo entre nosotros proclamando
un mundo más justo. En este taller veremos cómo los Sacramentos
del Bautismo y la Eucaristía nos invitan y desafían a salir al mundo con
hechos concretos por nuestro prójimo promoviendo la justicia y bien
común más exploraremos organizaciones católicas comprometidas
con las que podamos colaborar.
E-52
Para Sanar y Restaurar: Descubriendo el llamado de Dios
en el Libro de Tobías
Padre Avram Brown
Tú has sido puesto en esta tierra para traer la sanación y liberación de
parte de Dios a los demás. Encuentra este llamado al conocer el libro
de Tobías y a través de él, recibe la invitación de Dios para la misión
de hoy.
E-53
Una, Santa, Católica y Apostólica
Armando Cervantes
¿Cuántas veces has dicho estas palabras? ¿Cuántas veces has hablado
sobre la unidad de la fe católica en nuestra Iglesia? ¿Pero, realmente
tu vives esto? En este taller, nosotros vamos a aprender cómo nuestra
fe católica se puede vivir entre diferentes generaciones y diferentes
culturas y el camino en que esa vivencia puede transformar a toda la
comunidad.
E-54
Únete a nosotros para Formar Comunidad de Discípulos
Misioneros?
Deacon Gustavo Escrucería
Invitar a los líderes a que se conviertan en una “fuerza impulsora
para llevar la Buena Nueva” a nuestros hogares, lugares de trabajo,
movimientos donde servimos, lugares de estudio, comunidad
parroquial, etc. y en todos los lugares donde se pueda conectar su
propio ministerio, “haciendo Comunidades de Discípulos Misioneros”.
El Papa Francisco en su Exhortación Apostólica, “La Alegría del
Evangelio” nos invita a “ser Discípulos Misioneros con alegría” 1. Fuerza
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¿Quién es el equipo de RICA? ¡Todos!
Rose Hernandez
El Rito de Iniciación Cristiana para Adultos, no es un proceso solo para
la preparación sacramental, sino que también es una iniciación para
integrarse en la comunidad de fe. Como está claro en el rito, estas
tareas son responsabilidad de toda la comunidad! Ven y compartamos
caminos para involucrar a toda tu comunidad parroquial en el
proceso del RICA. Descubre herrramientas y comparte las mejores
prácticas con otros para ayudar a elaborar tu proceso inclusivo y en
colaboración!
E-56
¡Yo soy Catequista! ¿Ahora Qué Hago?
Ana lbarra
¿Se han sentido perdidos o que les falta creatividad en su trabajo
como catequistas? En este taller, descubriremos sus dones y
capacidades como catequistas y compartiremos ideas/actividades
que hemos hecho en nuestros salones de clase. Vengan preparados
para ser colaboradores en compartir sus ideas con los demás.
E-57
La Misa, Sacramento de unidad
Dr. José Antonio Medina
En este taller los participantes estudiarán el sentido teológico de los
signos y ritos de la Liturgia Eucarística, y cómo ellos contribuyen a
la unidad de la comunidad; entenderán la relación de estos con la
vida cotidiana y con el crecimiento espiritual de los bautizados; y
confirmarán que la liturgia, especialmente la Eucaristía es fuente y
cúlmen de la vida cristiana.
E-58
Sirviendo a Dios desde el corazón.
Padre Fernando Meza
En este taller, encontraremos el sentido de nuestro servicio en la
Iglesia y cómo disfrutar y gozar de nuestro ministerio. También
exploraremos como servir a Dios y a nuestro prójimo con amor,
humildad y caridad.
E-59
El proceso de Preparacion Matrimonial
En este taller trataremos sobre el proceso de la preparación
matrimonial, temas básicos que se deben incluir, tiempo adecuado
para prepararse, materiales recursos y guias para la preparación
matrimonial. Compromiso activo de la pareja en la vida parroquial.
E-60
Por Qué Todos Necesitan Educación de la Fertilidad
Veronica Pintor
La enseñanza de la Iglesia sobre paternidad responsable, - use PNF no
anticonceptivos por la mayoría, es relegada solamente a preparación
matrimonial o es ignorada completamente. Pero la relevancia y
Sesión
E
Talleres - Español
Sábado • 26 de septiembre 2015 • 1:15pm - 2:30pm
necesidad por la verdad y belleza de esta enseñanza es mas grande
y alcanza más allá de grupos de edad y de estados de vida. ¿Cómo
pueden nuestras parroquias esparcir esta buena noticia?
E-61
Duelo Después de un Aborto
Mujeres que han vivido abortos, son seis veces mas propensas a
cometer un suicidio que las mujeres que han llegado hasta el final
con su embarazo. La crisis que se vive después de un aborto es
caracterizada por la depresión, ansiedad, estress pos-traumático,
adicciones, comer desordenadamente, conductas con las que se
autodañan, etc. Pero la esperanza y la sanación están disponibles. Este
taller ayudará a reconocer si se está en esa crisis y mostrará los medios
que ofrece la Iglesia para la sanación.
E-62
Los Sacramentos
Alberto Vargas
Primero que todo, los participantes saldrán con el conocimiento del
pórque es importante recibir los Sacramentos para crecer en la gracia
de Dios y en nuestra fe. También conocerán la importancia del rol de
los padres en la formación de la fe de sus hijos. Finalmente conocerán
la relación que existe entre la Tradición de la Historia de la Iglesia y la
Sagrada Escritura en relación con los Sacramentos.
E-63
La Familia Testimonio de Amor y Unidad
Hector Velasco
Las familias cristianas somos llamadas a dar ejemplo de amor y
unidad en esta sociedad que cada día está más secularizada. La falta
de credibilidad en el matrimonio es a veces por la falta de testimonio
en las familias que nos convertimos en provedores del hogar y
dejamos a un lado la calidad de tiempo que debemos dedicar a la
familia para la educación en los valores cristianos y morales que
regirán nuestra vida en la sociedad.
E-64
E-65
Técnicas para Manejar el Comportamiento en la Clase
Marta Torres
Las mejores actividades y planes de lecciones pueden ser arruinados
por estudiantes que están inatentos o distraídos. En este taller,
exploraremos técnicas para mantener orden en su clase y como
trabajar con esos estudiantes que necesitan un poco más de atención.
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Consejos para un Ministerio de Música Efectivo
Alejandro Báez, S.J.
¿Han escuchado que ensayar con un coro hispano puede ser caos?
Que es una hora social, más que ensayo musical? Frecuentemente,
la apertura de los miembros a cantar y contribuir a la litúrgia es
inspiradora, sin embargo su habilidad musical y falta de disciplina
crea un gran reto para cualquier director de música. ¿Cómo ensayar
la música efectivamente y a la misma vez, mantener un ambiente de
oración y diversión? Este taller presentará y ensayará música que se
usa en nuestras comunidades y modelar técnicas para ayudarles tener
su propio ensayo productivo, efectivo, divertido y lleno de oración
para su coro.
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Recommendations/Sugerencias
Workshops in Spanish are numbered between / Los talleres en español están enumerados del: C01 - C16 & E50 - E64.
All other workshops are presented in English.
K - 2 Teachers / Catechists - Maestros / Catequistas
A4, A5, A6, A8, A11, A12, A13, A17, A20, A21, B2, B4, B5, B6, B7, B14,
B18, B21, D4, D5, D6, D8, D10, D16, D17, D18, E1, E2, E7, E56
Priests and Deacons / Sacerdotes y Diáconos
A2, A4, A8, A9, A13, A22, A24, B1, B2, B4, B6, B10, B14, B15, B17, B23,
C3, C10, D6, D9, D14, D16, D20, D21, E4, E6, E13, E50, E51, E55
3- 5 Teachers / Catechists - Maestros / Catequistas
A4, A5, A6, A8, A11, A12, A13, A17, A18, A20, A21, B2, B5, B6, B7, B14,
B18, B21, C13, D4, D5, D8, D10, D16, D17, D23, E1, E2, E7, E56
Principals / Directores de Escuelas Católicas
A4, A5, A6, A8, A11, A17, A20, A21, A25, B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B13, B14,
B18, D4, D5, D10, D16, D17, D21, E1, E2
6 - 8 Teachers / Catechists - Maestros / Catequistas
A4, A5, A6, A7, A11, A12, A13, A16, A17, A18, A20, A21, A23, B2, B4,
B5, B6, B7, B9, B12, B13, B14, B15, B18, B19, B20, B21, B22, C2, C4, C13,
C16, D3, D4, D5, D6, D8, D10, D17, D18, D19, E1, E2, E7, E15, E16, E56
RCIA Adapted for Children / RICA para niños
A12, A13, A21, A23, B2, B4, B7, C1, C13, D8, D16, E13, E55
9 - 12 Teachers / Catechists - Maestros / Catequistas
A5, A7, A8, A10, A11, A12, A16, A17, A21, A25, B2, B6, B12, B14, C2, C4,
C16, D3, D10, D11, D15, D17, D19, E2, E3, E7, E16, E56
Sacred Scripture / Las Sagradas Escrituras
A13, A18, B3, B7, C11, D1, E11, E52
Administration / Book Keepers
A4, A8, A24, B1, C10, D14, D21, E4, E6, E9
Adult Faith Formation / Formación de Fe para Adultos
A1, A3, A8, A9, A13, A14, A15, A16, A17, A18, A19, A20, A21, A24, A26,
B1, B2, B3, B4, B6, B7, B8, B9, B12, B14, B16, B20, B22, C2, C3, C5, C6,
C7, C8, C9, C11, C15, D1, D2, D4, D6, D7, D9, D10, D13, D21, E4, E6, E8,
E9, E10, E11, E12, E16, E18, E50, E52, E53, E54, E57, E58
But Wait! … I don’t teach Religion as a subject / ¡Un momento!...
No soy maestro de escuela en religión
A8, A9, A11, A16, A18, A20, A21, B1, B2, B5, B6, B13, B14, B15, B16, B19,
B20, B22, D4, D10
RCIA / RICA
A3, A8, A13, A24, B6, B10, B17, C7, C10, D2, E13, E13, E55
Social Concerns / Conconsiencia Social
A9, A16, A17, A19, A24, A26, B9, B13, B15, B16, B17, B22, B23, C4, C5,
C6, D4, D9, E51
Young Adult Ministry / Pastoral con Jóvenes Adultos
A8, A13, A15, A21, A22, B1, B2, B6, B9, B12, B14, B22, C2, C15, D7, D10,
D13, D14, D15, D21, D22, E6, E5, E16, E18, E11
Youth Ministry / Pastoral con Jóvenes Adolescentes
A7, A8, A10, A12, A13, A16, A21, A25, B1, B2, B6, B12, B13, B14, B15,
B19, B22, D3, D4, D10, D14, D15, D19, D21, E1, E2, E3, E67
Vocations
A14, A15, A17, B22, C2, E8, E16, E18
Church History / Historía de la Iglesia
A15, B3, B8
Confirmation / Confirmación
A7, A8, A10, A12, A13, A17, A18, A20, A21, A23, B1, B2, B6, B12, B13,
B14, B15, B19, C2, C4, C16, D3, D4, D6, D10, D14, D15, D16, D17, D18,
D19, D21, E1, E2, E3, E6, E7, E12, E15, E16, E51, E54, E56
DRE/CRE - Director(a) / Coordinador(a) de Educación Religiosa
A1, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, A10, A11, A12, A13, A16, A17, A20, A21,
A23, B1, B2, B4, B5, B6, B13, B14, B15, B18, B19, B21, B22, C1, C2, C4,
C8, C13, C14, C16, D1, D2, D4, D5, D6, D7, D8, D10, D14, D16, D17,
D18, D19, D21, D23, E1, E2, E3, E6, E7, E9, E15, E17, E18, E50, E55, E53,
E58, E56, E51
Evangelization / Evangelización
A3, A9, A10, A13, A14, A17, A21, B2, B4, B11, B14, B16, B17, B20, B22,
C1, C2, C3, C5, C6, C7, C8, C9, C11, C15, C14, D4, D7, D8, D9, D13, D14,
D10, E16, E4, E8, E11, E12, E18, E50, E52, E53, E54, E57, E58
Interfaith / Ecumenism
B8
Lectors / Lectores
A14, A18, B7, B18, B23, D1, D7, D8, E8, E52
Liturgists / Ministros de Liturgia
A2, A6, A8, A18, B3, B6, B10, B18, B23, D5, D16, D20, D21, E13, E8, E14,
E50, E55, E57, E58, E64
Marriage Preparation-Enrichment /
Enriquecimiento - Preparación Matrimonial
A1, A8, A16, A24, B6, B9, B11, D9, D12, C1, C7, C12, E5
Music Ministers / Ministros de Música
A2, A8, A6, A18, B6, B7, B10, D5, D20, E14, E64
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Biographies / Biografías
Hna. Virginia Alcala
La Hna. Virginia pertenece a la Congregación de Hermanas Catequistas de
Jesús Crucificado y es Coordinadora en la Formación de Laicos de la Diócesis de
Sacramento.
Maria G. Arroyo - Sponsored by Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Maria G. Arroyo actualmente trabaja con Catholic Relief Services educando
en Solidaridad Global. Maria también es Directora Espiritual y facilita
Retiros de Silencio. Maria cuenta con una Maestría en Estudios Teológicos
de la Universidad de Loyola. Ha pasado tiempo en servicio en la India,
África, Camboya y más recientemente vivió en México caminando con las
comunidades indigenas en Chiapas.
Edrick Bondoc
Edrick Bondoc is the Director of the Newman Catholic Center in Davis. His
experience spans parish catechist, youth minister, and college campus minister.
Edrick has served in various youth and young adult programs for almost 10
years. He continues to provide educational opportunities pertinent to faith
development, pastoral counseling, and retreat opportunities for the Davis
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Rev. Avram Brown
Fr. Brown is a priest for the Diocese of Sacramento currently serving in Sacred
Heart Parish, Gridley.
Padre Avram Brown, sirve como sacerdote en la Parroquia del Sagrado Corazón
en Gridley, California.
Rene Cardenas - Sponsored by Sadlier
Rene Cardenas currently serves as a bilingual educational consultant for Sadlier
Religion. He holds a Master’s Degree in Religious Education and a Master’s
Degree in Educational Administration. Prior to his work at Sadlier, Rene served
as a Director of Religious Education at both the parish and diocesan levels and
as a Catholic School Teacher, at both the elementary and secondary levels. In
addition, he is a past president of the California Catholic Conference Diocesan
Directors of Religious Education. He has presented workshops at the NCEA/
NPCD Conference.
Paul Canavese - Sponsored by The Pastoral Center
Paul Canavese is the director of The Pastoral Center and Growing Up Catholic,
along with his wife Ann. He has his MTS from the Franciscan School of
Theology in Berkeley and focuses his ministry on whole community catechesis,
discipleship, and evangelization.
James Cavanagh
James is the Director of Worship for the Diocese of Sacramento. He received his
B.A. in Religious Studies from California State University, Chico, and his M.Div
from the Church Divinity School of the Pacific, Berkeley, a seminary of the
Episcopal Church affiliated with the GTU. He was an Episcopal priest for 17 years
until being received into full communion with the Catholic Church in 2005.
Armando Cervantes - Sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor (OSV)
Armando M. Cervantes graduated from UC Irvine with a BA in Social Sciences
with an Emphasis in Public & Community Service and has a Master’s in Pastoral
Theology from the LMU and an Executive MBA from Chapman University. He
has 12 years of professional experience in various ministries serving all age
groups. Currently he is the Director of a Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the
Diocese of Orange and serves as board member to La RED and NFCYM.
Armando M. Cervantes graduado de UC Irvine con una Licenciatura en Ciencias
sociales con enfásis en el Servicio Público a la Comunidad, cuenta con una
Maestría en Teología Pastoral en LMU y una Maestria en Administración de
empresas de la Universidad de Chapman. El tiene 12 años de experiencia
profesional en varios ministerios sirviendo en grupos de todas las edades.
Actualmente es el director de jóvenes y jóvenes adultos en la Diócesis de
Orange.
Terry Cotting-Mogan - Sponsored by Pflaum Publishing Group
Terry is currently the Pflaum Publishing Group’s Western Regional Manager.
She has over 35 years in catechetical, campus, family, and youth/youth
adult ministries at the parish, school, and diocesan levels. She has spoken
at numerous events at the local, diocesan and national levels. She earned a
BA from Marquette University, a MS from Cardinal Stritch College, both of
Milwaukee WI, and an Advanced Studies Certificate in Youth Ministry Training
from St Mary’s University, Baltimore MD.
Aaron Del Monte - Sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor (OSV)
Aaron Del Monte has spent his entire adult life dedicated to teaching and
ministering to young people. He and his wife, Sherry, spent 10 years as the
Coordinators of Youth Ministry at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Elk
Grove, California. Aaron is the Vice President of Development at Cornerstone
Media, Inc., a youth ministry resource that uses popular music as a powerful
communication tool.
Armando Diaz
Armando has a single-subject teaching credential with a CLAD emphasis in
English and has been teaching since 1998. He holds a M.A. and PPS in School
Counseling, which he earned in 2008 and has been counseling at Christian
Brothers High School since 2008.
Steve Do
Steve Do can’t get enough of this Jesus-thing! He is passionate about inspiring
others to a deeper relationship with God and to live out their purpose. He has
served in youth and young adult ministry for over 15 years and is currently
serving as the Director of Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of
San Jose. What brings him the greatest joy of all is his primary vocation as a
husband and father.
Mónica is involved with the St. Vincent de Paul, Respect Life, and the Gabriel
Project ministries. She is a board certified internist.
Mónica está envuleta con San Vicente de Paul, en el ministerio del respeto a la
vida y el Proyecto Gabriel. Ella es una internista certificada.
Caroline Easton
Caroline Easton is the Director of Liturgy at Divine Savior Church in Orangevale.
She holds a BA in Pastoral Ministry from the College of St. Benedict in St.
Joseph, MN. She has served in liturgical ministry in parishes in Wisconsin,
Minnesota, New Mexico and Southern California before accepting the position
at Divine Savior. She serves on the Diocesan Liturgical Commission and is
a member of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians Cantor Section
Steering Committee. She lives in Folsom with her five children. Spending time in
her garden has taught her much about how God works in us and in our parish
ministries.
Diácono Gustavo Escrucería - Sponsored by Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers
Gustavo A. Escrucería is a Deacon for the Diocese of Oakland, CA. He promotes
mission work for Maryknoll and works with the Hispanic Community by
sharing about and calling others to Christ’s Mission with deacons, catechists,
teachers and other ministry leaders. He has made presentations and facilitated
workshops and retreats about mission work all over the United States and has
participated in many mission immersion trips.
Gustavo A. Escrucería es Diácono de la Diócesis de Oakland, CA. Él es Promotor
Misionero de “Maryknoll” y trabaja con la Comunidad Hispana compartiendo
el llamado a la misión de Jesús con diáconos, catequistas, profesores y otros
líderes ministeriales. Ha hecho presentaciones, talleres y retiros sobre la
Misión a través de los Estados Unidos y ha participado en viajes misioneros de
inmersión.
Tannia Chavez
Tannia Chavez es Asistente en el Departamento del Ambiente Seguro en la
Diócesis de Sacramento.
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Cecilia Flores
Cecilia has worked in youth and young adult ministry since 2004. In 2008,
she ventured to Comayagua, Honduras, where she lived as a missionary for 6
years, serving the poorest of the poor. Cecilia obtained her Masters in Global
Devleopment & Social Justice from St. John’s University in Rome in June 2014,
and currently serve as the Associate Director for Youth and Young Adult Ministry
for the Diocese of Sacramento.
Cecilia ha trabajado con los jóvenes y jóvenes adultos desde el 2004. En el 2008
unó la aventura de estar como misionera por 6 años en Comayagua, Honduras,
donde servío a los más pobres de entre los pobres. Obtuvo su Maestria en el
Desarrollo Global y Justicia Social de la Universidad de San Juan en Roma en
Junio 2014 y actualmente esta trabajando como Directora Asociada de Pastoral
Juvenil y Joven Adulto.
Olga Flores
Olga ha desarrollado catequesis por más de doce años y ha servido como
Lectora y Ministro Extraordinario de la Comunión. Actualmente, ayuda en el
desarrollo de temas básicos de formación en español.
Bradley Francis
Brad has been a Catholic Educator for 45 years. His ministry focused on being a
High School religion and history teacher and as an administrator. He has been
involved in training catechists for the past 10 years. He holds graduate degrees
in Theology and Spirituality.
David is a Permanent Deacon for the Diocese of Sacramento and a candidate for
S.T.L./Th.M. degrees in Systematic Theology from the Jesuit School of Theology.
He has previously served in youth ministry and catechetics and currently works
in both parish and Retreat Ministry (Christ the King Retreat Center). His wife,
Lorie, partners in ministry with him.
Deacon Dennis Gorsuch
Deacon Dennis has been a parishioner at St. Joseph Marello Parish in Granite
Bay for six years and is active in the RCIA and Marriage Preparation ministries.
Susie Hahn, M.R.E.
Susie is the winner of the 2003 “Diocesan Excellence in the Ministry of
Catechesis” Award. Her commitment to the implementation of a lifelong
process of faith formation for the entire community motivated her to secure her
Masters Degree from Loyola University, New Orleans. Susie and her husband
have four children and six grandchildren.
John Hamlon
John holds an MA in Theology from the University of San Francisco and was a
teacher and administrator at the University of Sacramento from 2006 to 2011.
He taught several courses including “Christian Ethics” and “Marriage, Family, and
the Human Person: A Catholic Vision.” Presently, he conducts classes on John
Paul II’s Theology of the Body for parishes and groups within the Diocese of
Sacramento.
Rose Hernandez
Rose serves as the Director of Ministries in the Diocese of Fresno. She worked
in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles for 25 years in various capacities: Catholic
School Teacher, Pastoral Associate, musician, member of Archdiocesan Liturgical
Commission, and Master Catechist. She has an MA in Pastoral Studies from
Loyola Marymount University and worked with the North American Forum on
the Catechumenate.
Rosa tiene una Licenciatura y una Maestria de la Universidad de Loyola
Marymount en Estudios Pastorales. En sus 25 años de Ministerio ha servido en
la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles en la comisión de Liturgia y actualmente esta
sirviendo como Directora de los Ministerios en la Diócesis de Fresno.
Rosina Hendrickson
Rosina serves as the Coordinator for Parish Ministry Support for the Diocese of
Sacramento.
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Rev. Francisco Hernández
Es sacerdote de la Diócesis de Sacramento desde hace 14 años. Ha estado en
cuatro Parroquias y durante los últimos 4 años fue el Director Vocacional en
la Diócesis. El amo el ministerio parroquial y busca ayudar a las personas en la
forma mejor que puede.
Dr. Joseph Hollcraft
Over the past 13 years, Dr. Joseph Hollcraft has taught at the Middle School,
High School, and University level. The founder of Seeds of Truth Ministries,
Joseph is an Adjunct Professor to the Avila Institute and host to the Seeds of
Truth Radio Program, which can be found as an iTunes Podcast, where it reaches
thousands of listeners in over 40 countries.
Ana Ibarra
Ana serves as the Coordinator for Parish Ministry Support for the Diocese of
Sacramento, as well as Migrant Ministry and Hispanic Ministry.
Ana sirve como Coordinadora de Apollo para los Ministerios Parróquales,
y también el Pastoral Migrante y el Ministerio Hispano en la Diócesis de
Sacramento.
Christine Jurisich
Christine is a retreat facilitator and author of a book on spiritual growth entitled
“Retreat, Reflect, Renew.” Over the past ten years she has been facilitating
book groups and retreats, writing retreats, training facilitators, offered ministry
leadership support, and co-developed a national retreat series.
Sam Kauffman
Sam is a follower of Jesus with 22 years of experience presenting programs and
workshops across the US. Sam is a published writer, songwriter and a poet, who
has presented workshops at the diocesan and archdiocesan levels.
Chuck Kava
Chuck earned a MA in History and teaches in the Basic Catechist Certification
process for the Diocese of Sacramento. In addition, he has been a catechist for
grade-school Faith Formation and RCIA. He has also led evenings for engaged
couples.
Bryan Kelso
Bryan is a marriage and family therapist, working from a Catholic world view. He
helps clients to discover how their childhood, or other past wounds, prevents
them from entering more fully into the healing power the church offers in the
sacraments and other related spiritual exercises. Same Sex Attraction(SSA) has
been a strong area of focus for the past 6 years. He has had formal training and
extensive reading on SSA.
Mel Kennedy
Mel is an award-nominated recording artist, inspirational performer,
motivational and liturgical speaker, and a NPM Certified Cantor Colleague. She
is currently working on her MA in Pastoral Studies at Catholic Theological Union.
Mike Knepshield
Mike is a Master Catechist for the Diocese of Sacramento and has presented
classes for the Catechist Certification Program at various sites within the diocese
for the past three years. He facilitates classes for RCIA, Adult Confirmation, &
Adult Education at Divine Savior. He holds a Master of Arts Degree in Catholic
Theology from the University of San Francisco (2006).
Paul LeBoeuf
Paul currently serves as the Director of Campus Ministry at Jesuit High School,
a position he has held for 18 years. Prior to this position, Paul spent 10 years as
the Youth Minister at St. Lawrence in North Highlands.
Loree Lippsmeyer
Loree is a FertilityCare Practitioner who has taught the Creighton Model for
23 years. She has been a speaker on this topic for many groups. She also has
a MSW and has counseled adults and children. She has spoken at the Mother
Daughter Program around the Diocese of Sacramento for 4 years.
Ryan Lopez - Sponsored by National Evangelization Teams (NET Ministries)
John and Susan Meyer
José López
Christopher Nelson
Ryan is currently the Regional Coordinator for NET Ministries in Cincinnati.
He spent many years in youth ministry before serving with NET Ministries. He
served on the road with NET Ministries in 2009-2010 and supervised teams for
two years after that.
Actualmente es Director de la Oficina de Pastoral Migrante y Pastoral Juvenil
Hispana en la Diócesis de Stockton, lleva más de 14 años en esta posición.
Sr. María Elena Martínez, OSF
Sr. María Elena Martínez, OSF was born in Santa Maria, California, one of eleven
children, to parents who immigrated to the United States from Mexico to work
in the fields. A member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Penance and Christian
Charity, she has been enriched by diverse ministries that have strengthened
her bi-lingual, bi-cultural gifts: Education, Parish Ministry with Hispanic
communities, Retreat work/Spiritual Direction, Faith Formation for Hispanic
leaders and Social Work with immigrant communities. She presently lives with
her Sisters in the Bay Area and in Palenque, Chiapas, Mexico, ministering as
a Facilitator and Consultant to many communities of women religious both
on a national and international level, teaches theology for the Archdiocese of
San Francisco in Catechetical Formation and accompanies Mayan indigenous
peoples in Chiapas.
Her studies include a B.A. in Sociology and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology
from Seattle University. She completed studies in Spiritual Direction at the
Institute of Religious Formation at St. Louis University and completed eight
years of summer studies in Theology at Centro Antonio de Montesinos, Mexico
City.
La Hermana María Elena Martínez, OSF nació en Santa María, California, hija de
once hijos y de padres Mexicanos que inmigraron a EEUU para trabajar en el
campo. Es Religiosa Franciscana, bilingüe y bicultural. Ella ha prestado servicio
en una diversidad de ministerios dentro de la Iglesia que incluye Educación
Religiosa para adultos y jóvenes, Pastoral Parroquial, Retiros, Dirección
Espiritual, Formación y Trabajo Social. Actualmente vive en la Bahía y en
Palenque, Chiapas, México y su ministerio incluye Facilitadora, dando consulta
a varias Congregaciones Religiosas a nivel nacional e internacional, profesora
de Teología en la Arquidiócesis de San Francisco en formación catequética y
acompaña el Pueblo Máyense en Chiapas, México.
Sus estudios incluyen una licenciatura en Sociología y una Maestría en
Psicología de la Universidad de Seattle, Washington. Termino sus estudios en
Dirección Espiritual en el Instituto de Formación Religiosa en la Universidad de
St. Louis, Missouri y recibió un Diplomado en Teología de Centro Antonio de
Montesinos en la Ciudad de México.
Hector Medina - Patrocinado por Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Héctor ha sido director de Pastoral Latino por 20 años, y como tal, tiene un gran
conocimiento del proceso de Pastoral Latino al nivel parroquial, diocesano,
regional y nacional. Él también ha trabajado con la planificación de la puesta
en práctica y evaluación de los proyectos e iniciativas multiculturales. Él tiene
una sólida formación en Pastoral, Teología y Dimensiones Humanas en varios
niveles.
Dr. Jose Antonio Medina
José Antonio Medina, SThD, obtuvo el doctorado en Teología Sagrada en la
Universidad Pontífice de Salamanca, España. Él ha sido profesor en México,
España y en la mayor parte de los institutos de formación en las diócesis
de California y Nevada. Actualmente es Director de la Oficina de Formación
Continua para los Sacerdotes en la Diócesis de San Bernardino y Consultor
Teológico para RECOSS.
Julie Moody - Sponsored by Pflaum Publishing Group
Julie is a middle school Religion Teacher and Religion Coordinator at St. Leo
the Great School in San Jose, CA. She received her MA in Religious Studies
from USF. Julie has been involved in Parish Faith Formation and Youth Ministry
programs, in addition to teaching Religion and serving as a Campus Minister at
Presentation High School in San Jose. Her parish and school ministry spans over
35 years.
John and Susan Meyer have been married for 31 years and have 2 adult sons.
They are parishioners at St. Joseph Marello in Granite Bay. Presently they are
the lead couple for Marriage Preparation ministry. John and Susan are Certified
FOCCUS Trainers for FOCCUS Facilitator training for the Sacramento Diocese.
Christopher has served as a principal, assistant-principal and teacher in Catholic
elementary schools. He has helped in several ministries of the Church, including
religious education and is a certified catechist. He has helped plan and deliver
professional development for teachers in the diocese of Sacramento.
Rick Norman
Rick has been a member of the faculty at St. Francis High School in Sacramento
since 1977. He served as the Chairman of Theology from 1981-2013 and has
been named as the Educator of the Year for the California League of High
Schools. He is a catechist who has completed graduate work in Theology,
Philosophy, and Psychology.
Andy Otto - Sponsored by God In All Things
Andy is the creator and editor of the God In All Things blog and podcast. He
received an MA from the Boston College School of Theology and Ministry, and,
as a former Jesuit, he has worked in a variety of ministries through the years.
Fr. Brent is a member of the U.S. Northeast Province of the Jesuits. For several
years, Fr. Brent has been studying at the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley
and ministering part-time in the chaplaincy to the Port of Oakland and the
parish of St. Leo the Great. After completing his degree in Church History, he
will be joining the staff of Ignatius House of Retreats in Atlanta, GA, in January
of 2016.
Sarah Otto
Sarah Otto is the director of the Newman Catholic Center - Chico. She earned
her Master of Divinity from Boston College and has spent the last five years
working in college ministry. She is trained as a spiritual director and enjoys
accompanying people on their faith journey.
Renzo y Maria Perochena, tienen 34 años de casados. Fueron parte del equipo
de Encuentro Matrimonial por 15 años, expositores y coordinadores del
programa “Familias formando familias” y actualmente son los encargados
de la preparación matrimonial en el Santuario de Guadalupe desde el
2009, recibieron cursos de preparación en la fe del Programa Camino de la
Universidad de Notre Dame.
Roy Petitfils
Roy earned a Masters in Counseling from the University of Louisiana, Lafayette
and is an alumnus of St. Joseph Seminary College in Covington, LA. For two
years he studied ministry and spirituality in Rome, Italy at the Angelicum, the
Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas.
He served for eight years as Director of Campus Ministries at St. Thomas More
Catholic High School. Following his time at STM he served as a counselor and
administrator at St. Cecilia School in Broussard, LA. He is a licensed counselor at
Pax Renewal Center in Lafayette, LA, where his counseling ministry draws upon
his own experience of the therapeutic process. For the past five years he as has
also written an internationally syndicated column, called Our Young Church. It
is for all those working with young people who make Jesus present to young
people each day.
Veronica Pintor
Colaboró en el ministerio de preparación matrimonial compartiendo la buena
noticia de PNF en la diócesis de Sacramento y Stockton. Actualmente imparto
clases de Planificación Natural Familiar en Dignity Health Women’s Services.
Certificada por la Academia Americana del Cuidado de la Fertilidad (AAFCP).
Especializada en el método Modelo Creighton.
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Kenneth Preston - Sponsored by Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Marta Torres
Fr. Mark R. Richards, JCL
Diácono Alberto Vargas
Ken is the Relationship Manager for Catholic Relief Services in northern
California. He has a Masters Degree in Theology from the Jesuit School of
Theology in Berkeley. He has worked for Maryknoll Lay Missioners and has
made well over 100 presentations and workshops for Pace e Bene, a Franciscan
organization that teaches Franciscan peacemaking.
Father Mark R. Richards, JCL is the Judicial Vicar of the Tribunal Chancery for the
Diocese of Sacramento.
Michael Ruzicki - Sponsored by Liturgy Training Publications (LTP)
Michael serves as Editor and as the Media and Events Coordinator for Liturgy
Training Publications and the Director of Music for Notre Dame de Chicago
Parish. Before arriving at LTP, Michael served as a team member of the North
American Forum on the Catechumenate, as a parish Pastoral Associate for
Liturgy, and at the Archdiocese of Baltimore as Coordinator of Adult and
Sacramental Formation and the Director of the Archdiocesan Music Ministry.
Michael is a graduate of The Catholic University of America (religion, art and
theatre) and the Washington Theological Union (theological and pastoral
studies) in Washington, DC.
Brian Sennello
Brian is in his fifth year as the music director of St. Joseph in Vacaville and has
accompanied multiple choirs on piano, organ and guitar. He also possesses a
Master’s degree in Theology from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley,
Calif.
Marta tiene una amplia experiencia en el área de formación. Realizó sus
estudios en el Instituto Hispano de Formación de la Diócesis de Sacramento,
en el Instituto Hispano JST-SCU en Berkeley, y cursos en linea STEP. Obtuvo su
certificado en Teología Pastoral para los ministerios hispanos y una maestría en
Catequesis. Es la coordinadora de la Renovación Católica Carismática Hispana.
Diácono Alberto es de Edo. de Nayarit, Mexico y ahora vive en Hamilton City,
CA. Ordenado Díacono en Junio 30, 2012 y trabaja para el programa de Educ.
Migrante por los últimos 12 años.
Hector Velasco
Hector ha sirvido a la Diócesis de Sacramento por más de 25 años en el
programa pre-cana, por más de 18 años, coordinador de la escuela de
formación de la rcch. por 5 años, y es miembro del consejo Pastoral Diocesano.
Fr. Samuel Weber, O.S.B
Fr. Weber is the founder and first director of the Benedict XVI Institute for Sacred
Music and the Sacred Liturgy, established in 2013 by Archbishop Salvatore
Cordileone, Archbishop of San Francisco. He also teaches liturgy, sacred music,
Latin and spirituality at Saint Patrick Seminary and University in Menlo Park, CA.
Darcy Wharton
Darcy holds a Masters Degree in Religious Education, has been involved in
ministry since she was 16 and currently serves as Coordinator of Adult Faith
Formation at SS. Peter & Paul Parish in Rocklin.
Katita Schloemann
Christine Wissink
Sue Schuttinger - Sponsored by RCL Benziger.
Chuck Zannetti
Katita is the Safe Environment Coordinator for the Diocese of Sacramento. She
coordinates and manages safe environment training for employees/volunteers
and youth. In addition, her office oversees background checks for employees
and volunteers.
Sue has a BA in Social Science and a Master’s Degree in Catechetics from
Santa Clara University. She is a Master Catechist and also holds a lifetime
California State Teaching Credential. She has worked as a DRE, a School Religion
Coordinator, and a Liturgy and Christian Initiation Director, and is a frequent
workshop presenter throughout California and the Pacific Northwest.
Abe Saadeh
As Chief Development Officer, Abe Saadeh leads the Catholic Foundation’s
development efforts in partnership with the Executive Director. Abe also
leads the Foundation’s planned giving program, and provides Stewardship
Development Workshops throughout the diocese. Abe is a graduate of St.
Mary’s College, with a postgraduate degree in Pastoral Theology from the
Augustine Institute.
Joel Stepanek
Joel has over 10 years of experience as a youth minister at a large parish
implementing middle and high school ministry, confirmation preparation,
and RCIA. He currently serves as the Director of Resource Development for Life
Teen, Inc., overseeing middle and high school resources for Life Teen, including
written, video, and web based resources. He is the author of the “One Eight”
Confirmation Program from Life Teen.
Kevin Staszkow
Christine Wissink is the Associate Director for Campus Ministry in the Diocese of
Sacramento. She has ministry experience in the following areas: Youth Ministry,
High School Campus Ministry, teaching Theology, Young Adult Ministry, and
College Campus Ministry.
Chuck has been teaching theology and religious studies at Christian Brothers
for 25 years and has made presentations in adult education for various parishes
and Ministry Days. In addition, he presented at this year’s NCEA conference and
at the Christian Brothers regional conference in Chicago.
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Cheryl Tholcke
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- Assures that ﬁnal arrangements include all
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including both traditional burial and cremation.
- Convenient and affordable.
- Arrangements will be carried out according
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- There are no difficult decisions left to loved
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Before you make your cemetery and funeral
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