Living Faith - Annunciation Catholic Church

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Living Faith
Throughout a Lifetime
Viviendo la Fe por Toda la Vida
Faith Formation Day 2012
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Bishop Moore High School
3901 Edgewater Drive
Orlando, FL 32804
Keynote Speaker
Most Reverend John G. Noonan
Bishop of Orlando
Over 100 exciting workshops for all
those who minister, such as…
Catechists • Catholic School Teachers •
Principals • DREs • Catechumenate
Directors • Youth Ministers • Clergy •
Catechists in the Catechumenate • Sponsors
& Godparents • Musicians • Seminarians •
Liturgists • Pastoral Associates • Peer
Ministers • Small Group Leaders • Young
Adult leaders
…and all those who think they might
be some day!
Office of Faith Formation
Oficina de Formación en la Fe
[email protected]
(407) 246-4910
Schedule
7:30AM–8:45AM
Exhibits & Continental Breakfast
9:00AM–10:15AM
Opening Prayer
& Keynote Presentation
Doors to the keynote presentation
will close promptly at 9:00 AM.
Please be on time.
10:30AM–11:30AM
Workshop Session 1
11:45AM–12:45PM
Lunch/Exhibits or
Workshop Session 2
1:00PM–2:00PM
Lunch/Exhibits or
Workshop Session 3
2:15pm–3:15PM
Workshop Session 4
3:30PM
Closing & Raffle Prizes
Workshops
Talleres ● Exposições ● thuyết trình
There are four one-hour sessions.
You should choose three workshop sessions and one lunch/exhibit session.
Lunch is served during Session 2 and Session 3, so your choices are:
 Workshop Session 1
Lunch
Workshop Session 3
 Workshop Session 1
Workshop Session 2
Lunch
Food is not allowed in the classrooms; please support our exhibitors.
Workshop Session 4
Workshop Session 4
Session 1 Workshops: 10:30am–11:30am
1
Using Social Media
Margie Garland-Aguilar
This workshop provides an
understanding of what is social media
and how to use it effectively in a church setting.
Participants will learn quick steps to create, share,
and invite people to our faith. It will also provide
an overview of the Diocesan Social Media Policy,
and do’s and don’ts when implementing a social
media tool for your ministry.
2
Herramientas para la Fe
de Toda la Vida
Skip Bacon
Cuando un modelo de catequesis se
transforma para promover la formación de la fe de
toda la vida, las herramientas de nuestra catequesis
deben ser transformadas también. Estamos
llamados a evaluar cada una de nuestras
herramientas de catequesis, incluyendo libros de
texto, biblias, e incluso el vocabulario que usamos
como líderes catequéticos. Participa en este taller y
comenzamos a evaluar las herramientas que
utilizamos para transmitir nuestra fe.
3
Catholic Social Teaching:
It’s Not Optional
Mike Baker
Whether you are a parish catechetical
leader planning a whole lifelong faith formation
program or a “Child of God” wanting to more fully
live out your faith ; we must first understand that
as baptized Christians we are called to actively live
out our faith every day! Come and learn (and
share) practical ideas on how we all can better do
this.
4
Sacramento y Misión:
La Eucaristía Como Fuente
Y Cima
Rev. José Bautista
Se encuentra la experiencia y entendimiento
primordial de la vida Cristiana centralizado en la
eucaristía, la fuente y cima de nuestra identidad
católica. En este taller se explorará los elementos
teológicos y espirituales de la misa, se examinará la
teología de la reservación eucarística y la
adoración, y se desafiará con el llamado hacia
participación en la Misa diaria y la misión que
acaba la misa, ite missa est!
(2)
5
How Demographic Data Can
Inform and Impact Planning and
Improve Ministry (for Parish
Leadership)
Session 1 Workshops
Joseph E. Belinski, PhD
This presentation will begin with a brief description of
demographics and what demographics are available to
help parishes understand their community and county.
Through examples, the workshop will provide a brief
overview of the information obtainable on both free and
proprietary websites. The presentation is targeted to the
beginner in demographic research.
6
Their Voices still Echo: Three
Theologians from the Past Worth
Listening to Today
Rev. Benjamin Berinti, CPpS, PhD
In the vast constellation of luminous spiritual and
theological giants of the Catholic Tradition, certain ones
stand out whose voices still echo in today’s Church. This
workshop will focus upon singular elements of the
theology/spirituality of Catherine of Siena, Ignatius of
Loyola and Romano Guardini, and their relevance for
today.
7
Teach Like a Mystagogue:
Exploring the Mystagogical
Method as the Norm for All Forms
of Catechesis
Mary Birmingham
This session will explore the mystagogical method,
(effective adult learning principles, flowing from the
Emmaus model) the underlying context of the RCIA, and
illustrate the way in which this model is effective not only
for catechumens, but all forms of catechetical
environments. The principles of the mystagogical method
are effective tools for unpacking Scripture, the rites and
the doctrines of the Church. It can be used with adults
and children and it is a wonderful model to help adults
own and embrace necessary paradigm shifts.
8
Relational Evangelization: The
Foundation of Youth Ministry
Mike Buckler
Ever wonder how to transform those teens who
come to Mass, cross their arms, and text under the pew?
Or how to engage the kids who have stopped showing up
at all? Relational ministry is the only way to go! Learn
how to bring the New Evangelization to life within your
parish through relational ministry and discipleship.
9
The Holy Eucharist
Rev. Joseph Dung Bui
Thảnh Lễ là trung tâm của đức tin Kitô giáo. Chúng
ta đến dâng lễ để thờ phượng, chúc tụng, và tạ ơn
Thiên Chúa chúng ta. Trong Thánh lễ, chúng ta được nuôi
dưỡng bởi Lời Chúa (Phụng Vụ Lời Chúa) và Mình Máu Chúa
Kitô (Phụng Vụ Thánh Thể).
10
When Our Hearts Get Burned
Within Us: Difficult Personalities
in the Parish Setting
Thomas J. Burns, LMHC
While interpersonal and staff disagreements are a
common factor in ministry, it is also true that some
professionals and volunteers are constitutionally
unsuited for the delicacy of educational and ministerial
work and actually may bring harm to the mission and the
faithful in positions of responsibility. Borrowing from the
DSM-IV definitions of personality dysfunction, this
session will focus on the most commonly encountered
personality problems, with an eye toward appropriate
screening of volunteers and job applicants, and the safest
and best ways to cope with and protect one’s self from
such individuals, be they parents, colleagues or
superiors.
11
Fishing The River
Mike Carotta, PhD
Through the use of a humorous true story, we
will identify principles for effectiveness in
catechesis while still staying faithful to your own style.
12
Las Bendiciones y Los Retos de La
Vida Familiar Católica De Hoy
Pamela Elsey
Vengan a oír y compartir algunas bendiciones y
también retos de crear y desarrollar una familia católica
fuerte. Compartiremos algunas sugerencias prácticas
para pasarles la fe a los niños dentro de la cultura secular
de hoy.
(3)
13
Tomás Evans
Una revisión a la historia del Ministerio
Hispano en los Estados Unidos y los constantes llamados
de los Obispos a ser una gran aporte a la iglesia del
futuro. Pero ese aporte debe sustentarse en la adecuada
formación y un corazón abierto para influir la cultura que
nos recibe con los aportes valiosos de nuestro pueblo.
14
“Best Practice”:
Teaching and Reaching Students
Jackie Flanigan, EdD
This workshop will explore the basics of
instructional “Best Practice” and the strategies that best
foster learning. The group will be introduced to lesson
planning and assessment as well as creative ways to
engage students of all ages.
15
El Catecismo Como Instrumento
de la Nueva Evangelización
Rev. Esaú N. Garcia
Este taller presentará una metodología de
lectura del Catecismo como instrumento de
evangelización.
16
Session 1 Workshops
Celebremos nuestra cultura,
vivamos nuestra fe
Encuentro Con El Sagrado:
Bailando la Danza de Nuestra
Vida de Fe
Justo González, II
Esta sesión interactiva invitará a los participantes a
explorar su comprensión del llamado de Dios a través del
Evangelio a “Amor a Dios, Servir a Su pueblo y a
Transformar el Mundo” en que vivimos. Los
participantes son invitados a viajar con el presentador y a
reflexionar sobre sus encuentros personales con el Señor.
Vengan preparados a reírse, bailar, celebrar y ser
desafiado a una mayor comprensión de lo que significa
modelar una vida de fe. Al final del día, dirán de su
enseñanza y vida espiritual, “Inolvidable" (la canción de
Nat King Cole) o "Nada, No Siento Nada." (La música de
Una Línea de Coro: el Musical).
17
Faithful Citizenship in
The World Today
Deacon Dave Gray
This workshop will identify the foundational
Catholic teaching regarding “Faithful Citizenship” and
our responsibility as Catholics to be involved in the world
around us. It will highlight some of the key issues and
foundational truths that we face as Catholics as they
present themselves in the secular world.
18
Hope is Eternal
Kathy Hendricks
There are all sorts of reasons to lose hope these
days. For catechetical and pastoral leaders, the
need to maintain a true and abiding sense of hope is
essential. In this time together, we will look at the things
that can bring on despair and the ways we can enkindle
the flame of hope in our own hearts and in those we
serve.
19
Understanding and Defending Our
Faith in the Marketplace
Rev. Chris Hoffmann
By using the creed and the catechism I will
show that Catholics know more about their faith than
they think. By synthesizing a few key points I hope to
show that we can be confident in telling others what we
believe and why.
20
Why Be Catholic; Eight Good
reasons for Being Catholic
Deacon Robert Kinsey
This workshop will explore and enumerate the
values, traditions, and reasons for being and remaining a
Catholic. It will also discuss how to deepen our
spirituality and strengthen our faith in the midst of a
challenging world
21
Eschatology:
The End of the Beginning
Rev. Timothy LaBo, PhD
This workshop will explore the current Church
teaching on the end of time for Catholic believers, as well
as propose some challenging applications of what we
espouse. Additionally, eschatological beliefs will be
examined in light of theological consistency and pastoral
integrity.
(4)
22
Using Your Spiritual Gifts:
The Fuel and Power of Faith
Deacon Henry Libersat
Catholics must discover the graced power
of the ordinary: marriage and family, work and
recreation, parish ministries and worship. The Holy
Spirit, Lord and Giver of Life, is both the fuel and
power of faith. He works in the ordinary. Faithful to
their baptismal priesthood and the call to make
disciples, Catholics sanctify the secular and
reestablish faith as the norm of human life and
endeavor. What a goal for the Year of Faith!
Catechesis of the Good
Shepherd: Bring catechesis
alive with this hands-on
Montessori approach to
religious formation
23
Heather Lusher
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) is based on
the Bible, the liturgy of the church, and the
educational principles of Maria Montessori. Learn
more about this exciting way to make Faith
Formation come alive for the children and the
catechist. Experience some of the materials used in
the “atrium”, a specially prepared environment for
the children, and hear one of the presentations. CGS
allows children and catechist to slow down, pray,
reflect, wonder, and develop a joyful and loving
relationship with God through Jesus, the Good
Shepherd. This approach to catechesis is valuable in
all settings but is especially fruitful and effective with
toddlers and those with special needs.
24
Tools for Evangelization &
Transformation
Patricia M. McCormack, IHM, EdD
Teachers of religious education are agents
of evangelization who are called to form, inform, and
transform the students they teach. This session
focuses on three tools (strategies and approaches)
that support the process of meeting the person of
Jesus, thus leading to personal transformation:
classroom environment, beads of transformation,
Gospel ABCs. Participants will experience creative
practices that cultivate a Gospel-character within
students and teachers.
Session 1 Workshops
25
Oração: Essencial para uma Fé
vivida por Toda a Vida
Claudia McFadden
& Vanessa Russo
Vida de oração é a fonte de uma vida de fé profunda.
Na prática da oração pessoal e comunitária, somos
formados e transformados pela graça de Deus por
toda a nossa vida.
26
Apologetics vs. Catechesis
Dan McGowan
Can you have Catechesis without
Apologetics? Or Apologetics without
Catechesis? Do they go hand in hand or does one
supersede the other? Let’s find out!
27
Partnering with Parents:
Helping Them Claim Their Role
in Faith Formation
Daniel S. Mulhall
Church documents call parents the “primary
educators of their children.” This presentation will
examine what that means and offer suggestions on
what catechists can do to support parents in this
essential role.
28
The New Evangelization:
Learning Throughout
the Life Cycle
Heidi J. Peckham, LMHC
The term Evangelization was a very Protestant word
when I was growing up. I had to take myself back to
school to learn about this new Evangelization and
were my eyes opened! Now I like to share what I have
learned. Bring your notebook and your sense of
humor.
29
Esta es nuestra Fe
Rev. Ybain Ramirez
Como la semilla, crece nuestra fe, día a día.
Para ello es importante alimentarla cada
momento, a través de una experiencia con Cristo.
Para que pueda producir los mejores frutos, en
nuestra vida.
(5)
30
A Lifetime of Faith
Lived In 6 Years
Rev. Fred R. Ruse
Fr. Fred has spent almost six years in
ministry in the mission of the diocese of Orlando in our
Sister Diocese of San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican
Republic. He will share what happened to him and what
happened to those he serves. It will be an exploration of
what “reverse catechesis” means when the church lives
in companionship with the least, the abandoned, the
poor; when the church is the least, the abandoned, the
poor.
31
Marriage and Family: The
Foundation of Discipleship
Gigi Santiago
Marriage and family is where discipleship
begins, lives, and grows. Lifelong faith formation is
most effective when it’s supportive and attentive to
family. Rediscover the Church’s rich teaching and
heritage on the sacrament of marriage. Explore ways to
teach, encourage and sustain family life through your
parish catechetical program and ministry.
32
Performing the Gospel Life:
Insights from St. Francis and
Saint Clare for Contemporary
Faith Formation
Rev. A. Giles Schinelli, TOR
Come, move beyond the sentimental stereotypes and
learn more about the real St. Francis and St. Clare.
Discover how as Catholics they got faith formation
right: it’s all about the Good News of Jesus Christ and
how this Word can be made to come alive in a
contemporary setting. Be surprised at the methods they
used and how they are applicable to our times.
33
3G: Giving As God Gives
Rev. David Scotchie
Who has inspired you in your faith journey?
What is the difference between being a
volunteer and a minister? How have you been blessed
through your ministry? What help from the church do
you need to follow your call as a catechist? “Each of you
has a personal vocation which He has given you for your
own joy and sanctity” ― Pope Benedict XVI. Let’s reflect
on your joy as a catechist.
Session 1 Workshops
34
Going to the Well: The Hungers
and Thirsts of Our Soul: A
Spirituality to Sustain Catechists
Carol Stanton, PhD
Our bodies often need “watering” long before we
actually feel very thirsty; so, too, our spirits. What the
Woman at the Well needed more than the water in her
jar was the encounter with Jesus. She was dying of
thirst, but didn’t realize it until she had a taste of the
“living water” he was offering. In this session we will
take a “spiritual thirst & hunger” inventory and explore
the “wells” which, if we will just go there, will “feed and
water” us for the task of caring for other souls.
35
Escuchandole a Dios:
Oración y Discernimiento”
Rev. Jorge Torres
La habilidad de encontrar la voz de Dios y
ser atento a ella es esencial en la vida de cada Cristiana,
y más aun para el catequista. Siendo el que camina la
jornada de fe con otros, el catequista tiene que poder
ayudar a los demás encontrar y escuchar la voz de Dios.
Descubre técnicas para discernir y escuchar el murmuro
de Dios en tu alma y explore maneras por lo cual se
podría ayudar a otros lograr lo mismo.
36
Sacrament and Mission: The
Eucharist As Source and Summit
Very Rev. Robert Webster
The pinnacle experience and understanding
of Christian life finds its proper place in the Eucharist,
the source and summit our Catholic identity. In this
workshop we explore the theological and spiritual
elements of the Mass, consider the place and heritage of
Eucharistic reservation and adoration, and be
challenged by the call to mission that concludes every
Mass, ite missa est!
37
Classroom Management
for Catechists
Joseph D. White, PhD
This workshop, facilitated by a child
psychologist and former DRE, will discuss practical and
effective ways to promote a positive catechetical setting
and prevent and redirect problematic behavior.
(6)
Session 2 Workshops: 11:45am–12:45pm
38
Forming a Lifelong Faith
Skip Bacon
Forming a lifelong faith begins with a
transformation of catechesis, a
transformation of the way we pass on our faith. We
must transform a bilingual approach to a
multicultural approach, move from a faith of
sacrament pick-up to a faith of lifelong formation,
center catechesis not only on our youth but
transition to an intergenerational whole parish
catechetical model. With this type of
transformation, catechesis begins to form a lifelong
faith. Join in this workshop as we begin this
catechetical transformation.
39
Sacramento y Misión: La
Eucaristía Como Fuente Y
Cima
Rev. José Bautista
Se encuentra la experiencia y entendimiento
primordial de la vida Cristiana centralizado en la
eucaristía, la fuente y cima de nuestra identidad
católica. En este taller se explorará los elementos
teológicos y espirituales de la misa, se examinará la
teología de la reservación eucarística y la
adoración, y se desafiará con el llamado hacia
participación en la Misa diaria y la misión que
acaba la misa, ite missa est!
40
“Lazarus at the Gate”: The
Gospel Dimension of
Solidarity in Forming Faith
Stephanie Bosse
As catechists and disciples in ministry, our
challenge is to share the call to mission through the
social principle of solidarity. The Gospel calls each
of us to a deeper relationship with Christ in living
our mission to and with our brothers and sisters
globally. This session will share the goals of the
U.S. Bishops through their initiative: “Catholics
Confront Global Poverty” Campaign and the
opportunities for living the missionary spirit in the
world.
41
From Where You Stand:
Accompanying Adolescents
On Their Journey Of Faith
Mike Carotta, PhD
This session will offer 5 specific ways you can
participate in the spiritual journey of adolescents,
regardless of your role, relationship , educational
background, or expertise. Based on the author’s
book Sometimes We Dance, Sometimes We
Wrestle: Embracing The Spiritual Lives of
Adolescents.
42
Engaging Young Adults
in Your Parish
Rev. Tim Daly
Participants will learn background and
aspects of young adult ministry and discuss
strategies for involving young adults in parish
ministries. The life of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati
will be used as an example for empowering young
adults in faith formation.
43
The Rite of Christian Burial:
A Liturgy Primer
Sandra Dooley
For Christians, death means new life and
so the Order of Christians Funerals is steeped in
the symbolism of baptism. Burying the dead with
dignity and celebrating life with hope is a
fundamental purpose and task of the funeral
liturgy and other related prayers. Explore the
catechetical richness of these rituals and see death
with eyes of new birth.
44
Catechesis and Sacramental
Preparation for Persons with
Disabilities
Karen Duffy
Overview of Church’s directives on preparing
persons with disabilities for Sacramental
preparation; basic understanding of developmental
disabilities and physical limitation disabilities;
consideration of age and functional abilities of
each individual; possibility of mainstreaming
children into parish’s religious education program;
addressing life long learning.
(7)
Session 2 Workshops
45
La Buena Nueva:
El Evangelio y la Justicia
Isabel Caridad Fernández, PhD
“La misión apostólica siempre debe incluir
dos aspectos: predicando la palabra de Dios y
manifestando la bondad de Dios con obras de
Caridad, servicio y dedicación… Sigue siendo
mandato de la Iglesia lo siguiente: no predica la
Iglesia, lo que los poderosos prefieren escuchar”
Benedicto XVI. En este taller exploraremos la misión
apostólica de la iglesia, demostrando caridad a los
necesitados y hablando la verdad a los que tienen
poder.
46
Catholic Identity and You
Henry Fortier
Catechists bring the light of faith to others
whether serving in a parish, Catholic
school, or extra-parochial ministry arena. The
effective catechist models Catholic identity by
knowing and living the faith with enthusiasm in ways
that are transformative to others. Explore ways that
Catholic identity can add depth to your ministry as a
catechist. Consider new approaches to inspire others
in the faith.
47
El Matrimonio en el
Derecho Canonico
Rev. J. Fernando Gil, JD, JCD
Este taller se enfocara en el Matrimonio
como Alianza y como Consorcio de Vida, desde la
óptica del Código de Derecho Canónico y del Código
de Cánones de las Iglesias Orientales. Especial
atención se le dará a los fines del matrimonio: el bien
de los esposos y la procreación de los hijos. El taller
ofrecerá fundamentos sólidos tanto bíblicos como
canónicos sobre el Sacramento del Santo
Matrimonio.
48
Ministering to the Different
Personality Styles
Denise Kriscunas
The workshop will utilize a personality
assessment tool designed to help individuals
understand themselves and others better. Learn your
natural tendencies and approaches. Learn how they
help or hinder others and what can make you the
most effective minister you can be.
49
Hispanic Youth:
Ministering to the Church of
Today and Tomorrow
Rey Malavé
The reality of US-Latino Young Adults (Jóvenes) is
unique. Some are monolingual, some are crosscultural, and many work immediately after high
school while others attend college. Regardless, they
have one thing in common: the Catholic Church is
their home. Explore ways to attract and engage
Hispanic Young Adults in your parish and consider
ways to effectively minister with them.
50
Planning a Retreat for Children
Preparing for the Easter
Sacraments
Pat Markusic
This workshop will help participants design a retreat
experience for children preparing to be initiated at
the Easter Vigil. This retreat, designed for both the
Elect and their parents, provides an opportunity for
the retreatants to experience the Easter Sacraments
of Baptism, Confirmation and Eucharist through
prayer, song and story. It will provide the workshop
participants with ideas and skills to open up the
symbols and Word celebrated.
51
Small Christian Communities:
Not Another Church Program
but a Way of Being Church
Deacon Mike McElwee, PhD
What is a Small Christian (Church) Community?
Where did this idea come from; where is it going?
Session will explore the background of SCC’s, with
practical suggestions on how this way of being church
can enhance life-long faith growth.
52
La Realidad de las
Familias de Hoy
Deacon Felix Montanez
La familias de hoy son muy diferentes. Los
niños enfrentan muchos retos en las familias. Este
taller presentara las distintos tipos de familias como
los son las Familias Combinadas o Mixtas; Padres o
Madres solteros; las Familias Extendidas.
(8)
53
Creating a Successful Parish
Catechetical Plan (for Parish
Leadership)
Daniel S. Mulhall
Both the General and National Directories for
catechesis call for parishes and dioceses to develop
and implement catechetical plans. This workshop
will help participants learn how to create a
successful planning process for their catechetical
programs. The presentation will focus on seven
simple steps that are essential for successful
planning and have participants take initial steps to
begin the planning process. The workshop is
intended for people experienced with catechesis, in
catechetical leadership, or who are engaged in
pastoral leadership within the parish or diocese.
54
The Truth about
Middle School Students
Daisy Nassis
Good ministry requires us to meet others
where they are, just like Jesus Christ did. In this
session, we will focus on gaining a better
understanding of middle school students in order to
do good youth ministry. This session will focus on:
What makes a middle school tick? (cognitive and
emotional development), Ministry with young
adolescents, and middle school youth ministry
practical approaches.
55
Somos una Comunidad de Fe
Rev. Ybain Ramirez
La Iglesia es una y en ella todos debemos
vivir unidos por la fe, la esperanza y el
amor. Para que nuestra fe crezca, Dios nos ayuda, y
nosotros nos esforzamos.
56
Una Vida De Fe Vivido
En 6 Años
Rev. Fred. R. Ruse
Padre Fred Ruse trabaja por convenio en
la Diócesis de San Juan de la Maguana en la
República Dominicana. Su enfoque pastoral es
establecer una presencia sacramental y pastoral en
varias comunidades misioneras. En este taller, él
compartirá sus reflexiones sobre una “catequesis al
revés” que lo permite ver las riquezas y bendiciones
de una iglesia empobrecida.
Session 2 Workshops
57
Performing the Gospel Life:
Insights from St. Francis and
Saint Clare for Contemporary
Faith Formation
Come, move beyond the sentimental stereotypes
and learn more about the real St. Francis and St.
Clare. Discover how as Catholics they got faith
formation right: it’s all about the Good News of
Jesus Christ and how this Word can be made to
come alive in a contemporary setting. Be surprised
at the methods they used and how they are
applicable to our times.
58
Hope, Hospitality, and
Happiness: Three Essential
Elements of the New
Evangelization
Kathy Hendricks
Part of the call to the new evangelization is meeting
the challenges to faith in our time. Three ways to do
this are by countering fear through the
proclamation of hope, creating an ambiance for
conversion through the extension of hospitality, and
deepening a sense of blessing through the
cultivation of happiness. Let’s look at all three ways
to incorporate them into our catechetical, pastoral,
and everyday efforts at being agents of
evangelization
59
Opening the Door: The Unique
Role of Catechists in Offered
Session this Year of Faith
Carol Stanton, PhD
The best doorpersons at a hotel or residence are
paying attention, anticipating, welcoming, personal,
and often ask how they might be of service; at times
they may need to guard the door. Porta Fidei, the
Pope’s document announcing the Year of Faith,
gives us this great image of the “door”. Catechists
are uniquely placed to open the door of faith for
others. This workshop is a guided reflection
through visual and word imagery to open up this
Year of Faith image for catechists.
(9)
Session 2 Workshops
60
A Catechumenate Primer:
RCIA Basics for Catechists
and Ministers
We often think of “RCIA” as a program of
instruction with some rituals added in along the
way. But the RCIA is first and foremost a liturgical
text. The process of formation exists to lead the
catechumens to the celebration of the rites. This
workshop on the Rite of Christian Initiation of
Adults will get us back to the basics.
61
Bible Basics for Catechists
This workshop, given by a child
psychologist and former DRE, will
discuss the relationship between child development
and the understanding of Scripture and how
catechists can share Scripture in ways that are
engaging, memorable, and developmentally
appropriate. We will also discuss what the Church
teaches about Scripture and how to read Scripture
as a Catholic.
Join me in discovering how to lead others in prayer
experiences that are interactive, engaging, and
reverent. Learn how environment, music, scripture
and other tools can enhance prayer with young
people.
Keynote Presentation by Bishop John Noonan
Exposición Principal por Monseñor John Noonan
L
iving faith throughout a lifetime requires
intentional discipleship that is manifested by our
commitment to following the Lord. This lifelong
journey originates with baptism, but is constantly
nourished by catechists who play an integral role as
co-laborers in the Church’s mission to evangelize.
Today we celebrate our efforts to bring the Good
News of God’s Kingdom to the world and help others
encounter Christ Jesus.
V
iviendo la fe por toda la vida requiere un
discipulado intencional que se manifiesta a
través de nuestro compromiso de seguir al Señor.
Esta jornada que permanece por nuestra vida entera
comienza con el bautismo, pero se nutre
constantemente por los catequistas cuyo papel es
integral como co-trabajadores en la misión
evangelizadora de la Iglesia. Hoy celebramos
nuestros esfuerzos de traer la Buena Nueva del
Reino de Dios al mundo y de ayudar gente a
encontrar a Jesucristo.
(10)
Session 3 Workshops: 1:00pm–2:00pm
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Tools for Forming
Lifelong Faith
Skip Bacon
When a catechetical model is
transformed to help foster lifelong faith formation,
the tools of our catechesis must also be
transformed. We are called to evaluate all of our
catechetical tools including text books, Bibles, and
even the vocabulary we use as catechetical leaders.
Join in this workshop as we begin to evaluate the
tools we use to pass on our faith.
63
Vatican II:
Living into Its Treasures
The 50th anniversary of the opening of
the Second Vatican Council is an opportunity to
celebrate and take to heart both the “gifts and
tasks” of the Council. This workshop will examine
10 significant treasures of the Council and their
practical implications for shaping the character of
today’s believers.
64
Liturgical Catechesis
with Young People
Mike Buckler
This workshop will look at the ways that
liturgical catechesis within the context of relational
youth ministry can transform the lives of young
people. Specifically, utilizing the liturgical calendar
in our ministries to young people is the fastest way
to integrate our Catholic faith into everyday life.
Come find out how.
65
The Holy Eucharist
The Holy Eucharist is the center of
Christian faith. We gather in the Holy
Mass to worship, praise, and thank God our Lord.
In it, we are fed by the Word of God (Liturgy of the
Word) and the Body and Blood of Christ (Liturgy of
the Eucharist).
66
Ecumenism: Principles,
Approaches and
the Year of Faith
Rev. Scott M. Circe
The Year of Faith has been called to celebrate the
50th Anniversary of the Second Vatican Council
and the 20th Anniversary of the publication of the
Catechism of the Catholic Church by Blessed John
Paul II. This workshop will look into how the
principles and approaches of the Ecumenical
movement that were shaped by these two events in
the Church have influenced our own faith journeys.
67
Exploring the Implementation
of the USCCB High School
Frameworks (required only for Religion
Teachers for Catholic High School)
James Cooney
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
released the “Doctrinal Elements of a Curriculum
Framework for Young People of High School Age”
in 2008. Since that time dioceses and high schools
around the country have reviewed them and have
begun to make plans for implementation in grades
9-12. Likewise, publishers of religious education
materials have scrambled to develop instructional
materials that correlate with the frameworks.
Presenters of this session will conduct a brief
review of the Frameworks, the expectations for the
instruction of the Frameworks, the process that has
been developed for implementation to include a
suggested timeline, and a review of the
recommended textbook programs available to
support the instruction of the Frameworks.
68
The Evangelization to the
Hispanic Community:
Challenges and Opportunities
Tomás Evans
A dynamic and realistic presentation on how to
implement an evangelization effort to the Hispanic
Community. How to overcome the challenges and
open the door to a wonderful opportunity: to live
our faith in a bicultural society but as only one
church—one body of Christ.
(11)
Session 3 Workshops
69
Faith Formation through
Sacramental Prep
Deacon George A. Ferraioli
Sacramental preparation is of foremost
importance in providing the basis of faith
formation not only for receiving the first
sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist; but
for faith formation though one’s life. This
workshop will stress the importance of the
ministry of the catechist in laying the foundation of
sacraments on which to build a lifelong formation
of faith.
70
Walking the Road to Emmaus
with Young Catholics
Marie Gallo-Lethcoe
Helping young Catholics recognize
Christ along their faith journey is the ultimate goal
of youth ministry. Oftentimes it is only with the
guidance of trusted, faith-filled adults that they
recognize that Christ has been walking with them
all along. This workshop will take a journey along
the road to Emmaus as we uncover those places
where Christ hides in the hearts of our youth, and
ways that we can uncover the grace that has been
there throughout the walk.
71
El Catecismo Como
Instrumento de la Nueva
Evangelizacion
Este taller presentará una metodología de lectura
del Catecismo como instrumento de
evangelización.
72
73
Sacraments Out of Order:
History of a Headache
Linda Gaupin, CDP, PhD
Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist? or
Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation? How did the
sacraments get out of order historically for those
baptized Catholic in infancy in the Latin Rite? This
workshop will give a historical overview. The
Session 4 Workshop will discuss how it affects
sacramental preparation in the parish today.
Encountering the Sacred:
Dancing the Dance of Our
Lifelong Journey
Justo González, II
This interactive session will invite participants to
explore their understanding of the Gospel’s call to
Love God, Serve People and Transform the World.
Participants will be invited to journey with the
presenter and reflect upon their personal
encounters with the Sacred. Come prepared to
laugh, dance, celebrate and be challenged to a
greater understanding of what it means to model
living faith throughout our lifetime. At the end of
the day, will those you encounter say of your
teaching, “You’re Unforgettable” (Nat King Cole) or
“Nothing, I’m Feeling Nothing?” (A Chorus Line:
The Musical).
74
Marian Spirituality:
Our Mother and Intercessor
Deacon Dave Gray
The Catholic teaching on Mary is often
misunderstood and has become a major stumbling
block for other faiths. This workshop will discuss
the role of Mary in our lives and the life of the
Church. It will highlight the various apparitions of
Mary throughout the world and the major feast
days where we honor Mary.
75
The Liturgy of the Hours:
The Official Prayer of the
Catholic Church
Dennis Keller
An explanation of Liturgy of the Hours: Where did
it come from? How did it get here? What’s the big
deal? This workshop will present the Church’s
stance on LOTH, highlighting Vatican II’s
encouragement and a practical how to for all the
faithful to pray the LOTH to deepen their faith.
76
Making Your Faith Story
Alive and Effective
True faith radiates from the believer.
That’s the first step—as Paul VI said: The first step
in sharing faith is personal holiness. How you can
turn misfortune into a powerful invitation to
faith—a true prison ministry story. The
presentation offers practical, effective steps in
making a Catholic’s faith story alive and effective.
(12)
77
Promoting a Culture of
Spirituality via a
Liturgical Environment
Teachers of religious education create a culture of
spirituality in the classroom environment through
environment, ritual, customs, sacraments, and
personal example. Participants will consider creative
practices to incorporate these elements through the
liturgical seasons.
78
Enviados em Cristo como
Testemunhas de Misericórdia
Claudia McFadden &
Vanessa Russo
Servir não é algo somente feito para Cristo, mas
sobretudo com Cristo. Em nossa missão, Jesus vai
conosco, ungindo-nos com seu Espírito, fazendo-nos
comunidade e capacitando-nos para testemunhar
sua misericórdia.
79
Adult Faith Formation:
The Keystone of
Lifelong Discipleship
Basil H. Pflumm, Brig. Gen USAF (Ret’d)
Faith or Trust in Jesus is acquired in mature,
Christian communities that are formed and
nourished by word and sacrament. In liturgies,
scripture studies, retreats and service to the poor,
community is formed around common mission. But
how does the parish community articulate this vision
in a manner that unifies the parish around a mission
and priorities? This session will explore the
integration of selected parish practices and programs
tailored to the multiple roles as parishioners,
parents, and community and business leaders.
Mature adult Christians need lifelong learning and
ongoing conversion experiences that build the local
Body and Christ which is manifested in good works.
80
Introduction to Vocation
and Family Life
Gigi Santiago
This introduction explains how “the
family is, in a sense, a school for human
enrichment.” Together as a group and church, we
will define what Family Life is as a vocation and how
as a church we can empower family members to live
their faith through scripture and Church documents
in all stages of life.
Session 3 Workshops
81
Building an Epic Youth Ministry:
Tips for Understanding and
Relating to Youth
Brother Paul Santoro, OFM
Connecting young people with Jesus and the life of
the Church can be challenging in a culture
dominated by iPhones, Tablets, and xBoxes. The
technology of the Catholic faith is still effective,
however: patience, humor, and authenticity make it
possible to engage young people in the Gospel. Learn
some simple principles and techniques to enhance
your ability to “Kinnect” with young people and have
a few laughs, too.
82
Mary and the Saints:
Mirror and Models
Rev. David Scotchie
Mary and the Saints, like a mirror, reflect
God. They model our response to God. Bring the
story of your patron saint to share. Learn church
teaching on Mary both traditional and modern.
“Mary is a woman who loves. How could it be
otherwise?”― Pope Benedict XVI, God Is Love--Deus
Caritas Est: Encyclical Letter
83
Year of Faith: A Call to Justice
and Discipleship
Deborah Stafford Shearer
The Church’s mission to “make disciples”
includes a commitment to God’s reign via just-living.
As catechists and ministers our task is to integrate
our faith with our lived experience. In this session we
will examine how the six tasks of catechesis and the
seven principles of Catholic Social Teaching are
complimentary in accomplishing this goal, and will
explore practical ways to bring them into our faith
formation and everyday lives.
84
Leading Prayer and Engaging
Disciples in Prayer Experiences
Ivy Wick
Join me in discovering how to lead others
in prayer experiences that are interactive, engaging,
and reverent. Learn how environment, music,
scripture and other tools can enhance prayer with
young people.
(13)
Session 4 Workshops: 2:15pm–3:15pm
85
Free Internet Applications
This workshop will show the participants
free internet tools that can be used in their
ministry. It will provide an understanding of the tools
and how to apply their use for collaboration and
sharing of the faith. Also, participants will learn easy
ways for the application of these tools.
86
Formando una Vida de Fe
Skip Bacon
La formación de una fe de toda la vida se
inicia con una transformación de la
catequesis, transformando la manera en que pasamos
nuestra fe. Debemos transformar un modelo bilingüe
a un modelo multicultural, cambiar de una fe de solo
recoger sacramentos a una fe de formación por toda
la vida, hacer el centro de catequesis no sólo en
nuestra juventud, pero hacer una transición a un
modelo de catequesis para todo la parroquia
intergeneracional. Con este tipo de catequesis la
transformación se empieza a formar la fe de toda la
vida. Participa en este taller para ser parte de esta
transformación de catequesis.
Catechism 101: What are the
Catechism of the Catholic
Church, the US Adult
Catechism, and the
Compendium?
87
Mike Baker
Pope John Paul II referred to the Catechism of the
Catholic Church as “a valid and legitimate instrument
for ecclesial communion and as a sure norm for
teaching the faith” but what is a catechism? Who is it
intended for? How do I use it?
88
Three Ingredients for
Discipleship & Ministry:
Amazement, Resilience, &
Friendship
89
Unpacking The Period of
Inquiry/Precatechumenate:
What it is and what it’s not
Mary Birmingham
This session will explore the principles of the period
of inquiry/evangelization in the RCIA. It will include
both an uncovering of the inherent principles that
underpin this period as well as a demonstration and
practical application.
90
The Church Today:
How Did We Get Here and
Where Are We Going!?
Jody Breaud
Two main documents of Vatican II focused on
Church: Lumen Gentium [Dogmatic Constitution on
the Church] and Gaudium et Spes [Pastoral
Constitution on the Church in the Modern World].
The Saying, "Every day the church gives birth to the
church" is as true now in the twenty-first century as it
was in the beginnings of the Church. Decisions that
were made by the Church in the past affect our lives
today. How will our living out the gospel today affect
the Church that we continue to create?
91
Catholic Social Teaching and
the New Evangelization
Mike Buckler
Young people today want to do good
things; they want to help people. How can we lead
teens beyond wanting to be “a good person” into the
joy of Christian service and a life of solidarity with the
poor in imitation of
Jesus Christ? This
workshop will explain
the basics of Catholic
social teaching and
provide resources that
will help you mentor
youth in living that
teaching.
What does it take to create a recipe for sustaining
discipleship and ministry in today’s Church? This
reflective workshop will explore three necessary
ingredients: amazement, resilience, and friendship.
(14)
Session 4 Workshops
92
Don’t Go Mr. Chips
Developmental psychology: the human
being as a never ending work in progress.
Do we reflect upon the needs and challenges faced
by Catholic educators at age 25? At age 40? At age
60? This presentation, from a psychological
perspective, will reflect upon the different
professional and personal struggles and riches
across the educational/ministerial career. The
optimum outcomes of this session for participants
are greater self-understanding of life stages and a
renewed, enthused sense of power in crafting one’s
ministerial career. The presentation was inspired by
the classic novel, Good Bye, Mr. Chips.
93
Reclaiming Religious
Education.
Mike Carotta, PhD
Religious education shouldn’t be about
preaching. Nor should it be about wandering
discussions, or the spiritual interests of the
catechist. This session will invite us to recall and
reclaim the noble work of religious education done
well at all levels.
94
Almost 50 Years after The
Constitution on the Sacred
Liturgy: Are We There, Yet?
Sandra Dooley
The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy was
promulgated on December 4, 1964. What does the
CSL have to say to us today and how do recent
liturgical documents relate to it? To what extent has
the vision of the CSL been realized?
95
Blessings and Challenges of
Catholic Family Life Today
Pamela Elsey
Come, hear, and share some blessings
and challenges of building and nurturing a strong
Catholic family life. We will discuss some practical
suggestions to pass on the faith to our children
within our secular culture today.
96
La evangelización a la
comunidad hispana hoy día:
retos y oportunidades
Tomás Evans
Una dinámica presentación de como implementar la
evangelización a la comunidad hispana, vencer los
obstáculos preestablecidos por los mitos y así abrir
la puerta a compartir de fe real, profundo viviendo
nuestra fe en una sociedad multicultural,
recordando que somos una iglesia y un cuerpo de
Cristo.
97
The Good News:
The Gospel and Justice
“The apostolic mission must always
include two aspects: preaching the word of God and
manifesting His goodness with acts of charity,
service and dedication... This remains the mandate
of the Church: she does not preach what the
powerful want to hear.” Benedict XVI. We will
explore the apostolic mission of the church: we go
out showing charity to those in need, and we speak
truth to the powerful.
98
Reaching the Adolescent:
Engaging the “Me” Group
This workshop explores the specific
needs of the adolescent, the “me”-focused age that
often results in resistance. This session will explore
strategies and discuss adolescent development to
make reaching this special group more rewarding.
99
Catholic Identity and You
Henry Fortier
Catechists bring the light of faith to
others whether serving in a parish,
Catholic school, or extra-parochial ministry arena.
The effective catechist models Catholic identity by
knowing and living the faith with enthusiasm in
ways that are transformative to others. Explore ways
that Catholic identity can add depth to your ministry
as a catechist. Consider new approaches to inspire
others in the faith.
(15)
100
The Liturgical Calendar:
Roadmap of Life, Faith,
& Catechesis
Marie Gallo-Lethcoe
Understanding the Liturgical Calendar as the
rhythm of our lives becomes a challenge in a world
dictated by the secular calendar and holidays. This
workshop will walk participants through the
liturgical year and give theological insights and
practical activities that one can use in almost any
catechetical setting.
101
El Catecismo Como
Instrumento de la Nueva
Evangelización
Este taller presentará una metodología de lectura
del Catecismo como instrumento de
evangelización.
102
Sacraments Out of Order:
How it Affects Parish
Sacramental Preparation
Sr. Linda Gaupin, CDP, PhD
The issue of the proper order of the initiation
sacraments as found in the RCIA and the order of
the initiation sacraments plus first reconciliation
for those baptized Catholic in infancy causes much
confusion to catechists, parents and parishioner
alike. How do we remain true to our theology,
respectful of our history, and pastorally responsive
to our adults and children seeking to be initiated
into the Catholic faith?
103
Los Sacramentos de
Iniciación en el
Derecho Canónico
Este taller se enfocara en el estudio de los
Sacramentos de Iniciación, instituidos por el Señor
Jesús y confiados a su Iglesia. Como acciones de
Cristo y de la Iglesia, son signos y medios a través
de los cuales se expresa y fortalece nuestra fe,
rendimos culto a Dios, y se efectúa la santificación
de la humanidad en un espíritu de comunidad.
Especial atención se dará a los requisitos canónicos
para la celebración valida y licita de los
sacramentos.
Session 4 Workshops
104
Discipleship-Building:
Practical Ways to Bring a
Passion for Christ to Others
Rick Grinstead
Jesus didn’t bring a new program; he ushered in
God’s reign. In this workshop, explore ways to
inspire that spirit with innovative and practical
ideas to engage young people today.
105
Sharing Faith through Story
Dan Hardester
As Catholic Christians, we live our lives
in communion with the Gospel of
Christ. In our life stories, we
understand the stories of Jesus. Our daily
struggles, our human losses and moments of
liberation find meaning in our dying and rising
with Christ. Dan connects personal stories and
poems, and other works of art, with scenes from
the Gospel stories.
106
Come Away to a Quiet Place
and be Refreshed
Kathy Hendricks
The desert is where Jesus prepared to
begin his public ministry. The
mountaintop is where he was transfigured. In this
session, we will explore these landscapes and other
scriptural landscapes as symbolic of the
refreshment and renewal we need as we carry out
our ministry. This session will not only provide a
small oasis in your day, but also offer ideas on
finding quiet places in the midst of daily life.
107
Eschatology:
The End of the Beginning
This workshop will explore the current
Church teaching on the end of time for
Catholic believers, as well as propose some
challenging applications of what we
espouse. Additionally, eschatological beliefs will be
examined in light of theological consistency and
pastoral integrity.
(16)
108
Growing in Faith:
Catholic and Confident
True faith draws you into the very
intimate embrace of the Trinity and propels you
into the ministry and mission of Christ and his
Church. Confident faith is unshakable. This deep,
relational faith in God can transform you and your
parish into a beacon of hope for all who seek love
and truth. True stories will demonstrate that faith is
active, not passive.
109
Children in the
Catechumenate:
It’s a Family Affair
Pat Markusic
We will journey though the Rite of Christian
Initiation of Adults as adapted for children of
catechetical age. This Rite provides the steps
needed for our children to prepare for the Easter
Sacraments. Through conversation and “hands on”
activities we will explore the richness of our role,
and the role of the family, in ministry that comes
from the RCIA. Together we walk in faith with our
families.
110
Structure for Success:
Tips that Replace “Survive”
with “Thrive”
Make the most effective use of time
within the Religious Education class by
Structuring for Success. Session participants
will consider “housekeeping tips,” grouping
activities, classroom routines, student behavior
plans, teaching procedures, and ways to organize
the classroom environment for success.
111
Small Christian
Communities: Not Another
Church Program but a Way of
Being Church
Deacon Mike McElwee, PhD
What is a Small Christian (Church) Community?
Where did this idea come from; where is it going?
Session will explore the background of SCC’s, with
practical suggestions on how this way of being
church can enhance life-long faith growth.
Session 4 Workshops
112
Formados como discípulos
por toda a vida
Claudia McFadden &
Vanessa Russo
Somos chamados a caminhar com os demais para
formá-los na fé, porém sempre reconhecendo que
nós mesmos ainda estamos em processo de
formação. Na convivência com Cristo nosso Mestre,
somos continuamente formados como discípulos
amados.
113
Catholic for LiFFe: A Parish
Approach to Sustaining
Lifelong Faith Formation
Dan McGowan
This workshop will help you
understand the need for Lifelong Faith Formation,
how to incorporate it into your parish without
starting a new program, and some specific
strategies that can help you get started. This
workshop, though designed for church leaders, is
open to everyone interested in Lifelong Faith
Formation.
114
Marketing Ministry:
A Guide for Getting Noticed
Dawn Melcher
Parishes and Catholic Schools do
exceptional work and provide
tremendous value to their communities. Too often,
they under communicate the good that they are
doing and lose opportunities to attract members,
engage stakeholders, and foster enthusiasm. In this
workshop, you will learn why marketing is an
important part of your ministry. We’ll discuss the
basic building blocks to creating a successful
marketing program and explore simple ways to
increase the visibility of your ministry.
(17)
115
Inculturation and
Catechesis
Daniel S. Mulhall
One of the major challenges that
catechists face is how to proclaim the
Gospel and the teaching of the Church in such a way
that the people whom they catechize will hear the
message, understand it, and make every effort to live
it. This challenge is made very difficult by the
differences in culture that exist in the United States
today. This presentation will look at the meaning of
the word “inculturation,” consider its importance to
the work of catechesis, and provide concrete
examples about what people can do to proclaim
Christ and the Church more fruitfully in today’s
world.
116
The New Evangelization:
Learning Throughout
the Life Cycle
The term Evangelization was a very Protestant word
when I was growing up. I had to take myself back to
school to learn about this NEW Evangelization and
were my eyes opened! Now I like to share what I
have learned. Bring your notebook and your sense of
humor.
117
Listening to God:
Prayer and Discernment
Kathleen Power, SSJ
The ability to find God’s voice and be
attentive to it is essential in the life of
every Christian, but most especially the catechist. As
one who walks with others on the journey of faith, a
catechist also needs to be able to help others find and
be attentive to God’s voice. Discover ways to discern
and listen to God’s murmur in your soul and explore
ways to help support others in doing the same.
118
Session 4 Workshops
119
All Ministry is Relational:
Managing Groups
Carol Stanton, PhD
Groups have personalities of their own
and personalities within. This
workshop will give you some “basics” on managing
groups; sharing of Case Studies on common group
challenges; and a “hands on” group process.
120
Attention, Please! Engaging
Children and Youth in a
Culture of Distractions
A particular challenge catechists face
today is how to engage and maintain the attention of
children during learning sessions. In an age of fastmoving electronic media, multi-tasking, and shorter
attention spans, how can we help kids be tuned-in
and involved with the Gospel? This session,
presented by a veteran catechist and child
psychologist, will discuss proven strategies for
getting -- and keeping -- the attention of children
and teens in a group setting.
Gift Basket Raffle
Once again we will have our Gift
Basket Raffle sponsored by our Faith
Formation Deanery Associations.
Cost:
1 Ticket
$1.00
3 Tickets $2.00
10 Tickets $5.00
Advocacy and Justice:
Two Feet of Discipleship
Must be present to win.
Tickets will be drawn
during the closing event.
Personal conversion and social
transformation are foundational
elements to walking the path of discipleship. This
session will introduce the “pastoral circle” for
analyzing social issues from the framework of our
faith and give some practical applications for
building communities of “Salt and Light.”
(18)
Speaker Bios
Biografías ● Biografia ● tiểu sử danh nhân
Rev. José Bautista
Mrs. Aguilar has served the Office of Catholic
Schools since August 2006 as the Director for
Instructional Technology and is responsible for the
overall planning and execution of the instructional
technology needs in the diocesan schools. Margie
graduated from the University of Central Florida
(UCF) with a BS in Industrial Engineering. Prior to
her current position, Margie worked at UCF for seven
years as the Coordinator for the Faculty Multimedia
Center and Network Manager for the Office of
Instructional Resources.
Presenting Workshops 1 & 85
Fr. José Bautista was born in Colombia, and is in
his 21st year of priesthood. Since June 2003 Fr. José
serves as the Pastor of St. Catherine of Sienna in
Kissimmee. Previous parish assignments included St.
Paul’s in Daytona Beach, Our Lady of Lourdes in
Melbourne, and St Francis of Assisi in Apopka. Fr.
Jose studied at St John Vianney College Seminary in
Miami, and the Catholic University of Louvain,
Belgium. He holds a BA in Philosophy, and in Canon
Law, a MA in Religious Studies and Theology, and
License Degree in Canon Law.
Presenting Workshops 4 (in Spanish) & 39 (in Spanish)
Skip Bacon
Joseph E. Belinski, PhD
Skip Bacon currently serves as a director of
religious education at Our Lady of Good Counsel
Catholic Church in the Diocese of Rockford, Illinois
which is near Chicago. Skip has nearly 10 years of
parish experience, with a particular focus on Hispanic
Ministry and Whole Parish Catechesis. She graduated
from the University of Notre Dame with
undergraduate degrees in theology and Spanish and a
MA in theology. (Sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor)
Skip Bacon sirve como directora de educación
religiosa de Nuestra Señora del Buen Consejo Iglesia
Católica en la Diócesis de Rockford cerca de Chicago,
Illinois. Skip ha trabajado por casi 10 años en las
iglesias Católicas con su énfasis en el Ministerio
Hispano y la Catequesis de Toda la Parroquia. Ella
tiene una diploma en teología y español y una
maestría en teología de la Universidad de Notre Dame.
Presenting Workshops 38 & 62 (in English)
& 86 in Spanish)
Dr. Belinski has served as Director of School
Planning at the Diocese of Orlando since 2009. Prior
to joining the Diocese, he completed a career in the
U.S. Navy as a pilot, reaching the rank of Captain. His
previous experiences include: working as a professor
at Annapolis, serving as curriculum chair for a 4 year
international college, and serving as a director of the
Navy’s Seahawk (Blackhawk) Flight Training
University. He holds degrees from the U.S. Naval
Academy, Golden Gate University, the U.S. Naval War
College, a Ph.D. from Barry University, and is
designated a government Education and Training
Specialist.
Presenting Workshop 5
Mike Baker
Mike Baker is currently Director of Faith
Formation at St. Isaac Jogues Parish in Orlando.
Originally trained as an engineer, Mike was one of the
first people in the country to receive a Masters in
Religious Education degree from the Loyola
University New Orleans Extension program.
Rev. Ben Berinti ministers on the pastoral staff of
the Diocese of Orlando San Pedro Spiritual
Development Center. Fr. Berinti has served as a
university professor of theology and humanities, a
campus minister, and a parish pastor.
Presenting Workshops 6, 63 &88
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Mike Buckler
Mary Birmingham
Mary Birmingham currently serves as the
Director of Liturgy and Music and Christian Initiation
at Ascension Parish in Melbourne, Florida. Mary
graduated from St. John’s University, Collegeville, MN
with a MA in Liturgy and Theology. Mary is a team
member of the North American Forum on the
Catechumenate. She is a clinician on an international,
national and diocesan level in the area of initiation,
sacramental and liturgical catechesis. Mrs.
Birmingham is also the author of Word and Worship
Workbook for Years A, B and C (Paulist Press, 1998,
1999, 2000); Year Round Catechumenate (LTP,
2002); Formed in Faith, WLP, 2012; Web resources:
Faith, Life and Creed, and Come to the Table: Pastoral
Planning, 2010 and numerous articles in various
liturgical periodicals.
Stephanie Bosse
Stephanie Bosse has worked with the Office of
Advocacy and Justice as the Catholic Relief Services
(CRS) Program Coordinator and Fair Trade
Ambassador since 2006. Stephanie provides regular
contributions to the Florida Catholic, assists in
developing retreats for parishes that are published by
CRS to educate about Fair Trade, presents workshops
locally and nationally, and is the first CRS recognized
Fair Trade Ambassador in the United States.
Jody Breaud
Jody Breaud currently serves as the Parish Faith
Formation Director at Corpus Christi Parish in
Celebration, Florida. Jody’s previous experiences
include serving as the Associate Director for Diocesan
Catechist Certification Program for the Diocese of
Orlando, a Catholic School Teacher, a youth minister,
a Director of Religious Education, and a Pastoral
Associate. Jody graduated from Loyola University in
New Orleans with a MA in Pastoral Studies. She was
commissioned in lay ministry through the ministry
formation program offered by Diocese of St.
Augustine and St. Leo’s College.
Mike Buckler serves as the Director of Youth and
Young Adult Ministry at Prince of Peace Catholic
Church in Ormond Beach. Additionally, he teaches
catechist and youth ministry training courses for the
Diocese of Orlando, as well as Notre Dame’s online
Satellite Theological Education Program (STEP). Mike
has over ten years of experience in youth ministry,
including involvement in a number of Catholic
schools, parish youth ministries, and retreat
programs.
Presenting Workshops 8, 64 & 91
Fr. Joseph Dung Bui currently serves the
Vietnamese Catholic Community in Brevard County,
and has held this role since 2004. Previously he
served in several parishes, including Divine Mercy, St.
Charles Borromeo, and St. Peter Church before going
to Holy Name of Jesus Church in Indialantic. Fr.
Joseph was ordained to the priesthood in 1995.
Linh mục Giuse Bùi Dũng đã tốt nghiệp Đại Chủng
Viện Thánh Vincent de Paul với bằng Cao Học Thần. Cha
đã chịu chức linh mục năm 1995. Cha đã làm cha phó ở các
giáo xứ Divine Mercy, St. Charles Borromeo, và St. Peter
trước khi đến giáo xứ Holy Name of Jesus ở Indialantic.
Cha còn làm quản nhiệm Cộng Đoàn Việt Nam Công Giáo
ở Quận Brevard từ năm 2004.
Presenting Workshops 9 (in English)
& 65 (in Vietnamese)
Thomas J. Burns is a licensed therapist in private
practice in the Crane’s Roost Lake area of Altamonte
Springs. He presents annually at the National Catholic
Educators Association convention and is a regular
instructor in the Orlando Diocese DCCP program.
Thomas has a special interest in the integration of
spirituality and psychology, particularly in respect to
in the application to Catholic moral theology.
Mike Carotta, PhD
Dr. Mike Carotta currently serves as a national
consultant for Our Sunday Visitor Curriculum
Division, helping develop the new high school texts
that reflect the bishops’ framework for adolescent
catechesis. Mike is a recognized religious educator
who has worked with the spirituality of adolescents for
over 35 years. His newest books include two
Confirmation resources Spirit and Truth and Have
Faith (Twenty-Third Publications) as well as ‘Lincoln
Park’ a junior high mystery series with spiritual
insights which he has co-authored with theologian
John Shea. (Our Sunday Visitor). (Sponsored by Our
Sunday Visitor)
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Rev. Scott M. Circe
Pamela Elsey
Fr. Scott Circe is presently assigned as the
Parochial Administrator at Most Precious Blood
Catholic Church in Oviedo. Fr. Scott also serves the
diocese as the Director of Ecumenism and Interfaith
Relations and is the Director of Campus Ministry at
the University of Central Florida. Fr. Scott was
ordained for the Diocese of Orlando in 2005.
Pamela Elsey serves as a consultant for RCL/
Benziger, and is a catechist in the Catechumenate at
St. Mary Magdalene Church. Pamela has more than
twenty years experience in the field of Catholic and
religious education, working with both English and
Spanish-speaking communities. Pamela graduated
from the University of Notre Dame with a MA in
Theological Studies. (Sponsored by RCL/Benziger)
Pamela Elsey, una asesora de RCL Benziger,
cuenta con más de veinte años de experiencia en el
campo de la educación religiosa y católica, sirviendo
varias comunidades, tanto en inglés como en español.
Recibió su maestría en los Estudios Teológicos de la
Universidad de Notre Dame, y ahora vive con su
esposo y 3 hijos en Newnan, GA donde ella es
catequista de RICA en su parroquia, St. Mary
Magdalene.
Presenting Workshop 12 (in Spanish) & 95 (in English)
James Cooney
James Cooney has served as Associate
Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of
Orlando since 1994. Prior to coming to the Diocese of
Orlando he was Assistant Superintendent of Schools
in the Diocese of St. Petersburg. He has also been a
teacher, guidance counselor and high school
principal. Mr. Cooney graduated from the University
of South Florida in Tampa with his MA and has a
Florida Professional Certificate in Administration and
Supervision.
Rev. Tim Daly
Fr. Tim Daly serves as pastor at the Basilica of St.
Paul in Daytona Beach, and as the Catholic Campus
Minister at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.
His previous experience includes working as a college
professor.
Sandra Dooley
Sandra Dooley currently serves as the Director of
Liturgy at St. Margaret Mary Church in Winter Park.
She is an experienced church musician, religious
educator and liturgist. For six years Sandra served as
the Director of the Office for Worship of the
Archdiocese of Los Angeles and as a member of the
board of directors of the Federation of Diocesan
Liturgical Commissions (FDLC). She is a member of
the Diocesan Liturgical Commission and serves on the
board of the North American Forum on the
Catechumenate.
Karen Duffy
Karen Duffy has more than 35 years professional
experience working with people who have varying
degrees of developmental and physical abilities. Karen
has 25 years’ experience in the parish setting, with a
focus a on sacramental preparation and lifelong
learning.
Tomás Evans
Es el Director de la Oficina del Ministerio
Hispano de la Diócesis de Orlando. Casado con
Beatriz hace 23 años, padre de dos hijos Geraldine y
Christopher y una nieta Isabella. Tomás se graduó en
el programa de formación de laicos de la Diócesis de
Orlando, CLEM. Además es catequista certificado de
la Diócesis de Orlando en los niveles de básico y
avanzado.
Tomas Evans serves as the Director of Diocesan
Hispanic Ministry. He completed the Certified Lay
Ecclesial Ministry (CLEM) formation program of
Diocese of Orlando, in 2008.
Presenting Workshops 13 & 96 (in Spanish)
&68 (in English)
Isabel Caridad Fernandez, PhD is currently the
Director of Faith Formation at St. Catherine of Siena
Catholic Church in Kissimmee. Isabel is also an
instructor for DCCP and CLEM in several areas,
including social ethics, scripture, church history, and
justice. Isabel received a doctorate in Theology from
the University of Dayton.
Isabel Caridad Fernández, PhD. es la directora de
formación en la fe en la iglesia St. Catherine of Siena
en Kissimmee, FL. También es instructora para
varios programas en la diócesis de Orlando,
incluyendo DCCP (entrenamiento de catequistas) y
CLEM (formación de ministros laicos). Ella enseña en
los siguientes temas: la ética social, las escrituras
sagradas, la historia de la iglesia, la justicia y otras
áreas. Isabel recibió su doctorado en teología de la
Universidad de Dayton.
Presenting Workshop 45 (in Spanish) & 97 (in English)
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Deacon George A. Ferraioli
Linda Gaupin, CDP, PhD
Deacon George A. Ferraioli currently serves as a
permanent Deacon in the diocese of Orlando at
Saint John Neumann Church in South Lakeland.
Ordained a permanent Deacon in 2011, Deacon
George has served as a catechist for First
Communion preparation for four years at St. John
Neumann Church. Deacon George graduated from
St. Leo University with a MA in Theology.
Sister Linda Guapin, PhD. is the former Senior
Director of the Office of Religious Education for the
Diocese of Orlando. She is one of the nation’s
premiere theologians on sacramental and liturgical
theology. Sister Linda worked for the United States
Conference of Catholic Bishops prior to coming to
Orlando. She is an accomplished author and
currently serves as the Parish Catechetical Leader at
the Parish of Saint John Vianney in Orlando.
Dr. Jackie Flanigan is Associate Superintendent
of Schools for the Diocese of Orlando. She holds an
Ed.D. and M.Ed in Curriculum & Instruction from
the University of Central Florida and a graduate
certificate in Middle Level Instruction.
Henry Fortier
Justo Gonzalez presently serves as Director of
Mission Integration & Engagement for the Mission
Office. Justo earned his Bachelor’s degree in Media
Communications from Medaille College in Buffalo,
NY. He also holds three Master’s degrees in Divinity
(M.Div.) from the Iliff School of Theology, Denver,
CO (Methodist Seminary), Pastoral Ministry
(M.S.P.M.) from Christ the King Seminary, Diocese
of Buffalo, NY and Social Administration
(Counseling) from Case Western Reserve University,
Cleveland, OH.
Justo obtuvo su bachillerato en Comunicaciones
de Medaille College en Buffalo, NY. También posee
tres maestrías en Divinidad (M.Div.) de la Escuela
de Teología Iliff, Denver, CO (Seminario Metodista),
en Ministerios Pastorales (M.S.P.M.) en el
Seminario Cristo el Rey de la Diócesis de Buffalo,
NY y en Administración Social (Consejería) de la
Universidad Case Western Reserve, Cleveland, OH.
Actualmente, sirve como Director de Misiones de
Integración y Compromiso en la Oficia de Misión de
la Diócesis de Orlando.
Presenting Workshop 16 (in Spanish)
& 73 (in English)
Henry Fortier currently serves as Secretary of
Faith Formation and Superintendent of Schools for
the Diocese of Orlando. He is responsible for the
oversight of faith formation serving more than
45,000 children and young people in both Catholic
schools and parish religious education programs. He
is also responsible for the oversight of five high
schools, one special education school, and 31
elementary schools. His past experiences include
serving in the Archdioceses of New York and
Baltimore, serving in Latin America, being an
adjunct professor at Fordham University, as well as
serving as counselor, chaplain, teacher and
principal, and Associate Superintendent.
Marie Gallo-Lethcoe
Marie Gallo-Lethcoe currently works as a
Theology teacher at Father Lopez Catholic High
School in Daytona Beach and is a consultant for the
William H. Sadlier Company. Marie has worked in
the Diocese of Orlando for the past 27 years in
several roles, including Youth Minister, DRE,
Campus Minister, and Pastoral Associate. Marie
graduated from the University of Dayton with a MA
in Theology.
Padre Esaú N. García fue ordenado Sacerdote
en el año 1987 por el Papa Juan Pablo II. STL de la
Pontificia Universidad Gregoriana. Es Pastor de
Holy Cross desde el año 2003.
Presentando 15, 71 y 101
El Padre Gil, sacerdote de la Diócesis de
Orlando, se desempeña como Vicario Judicial. Posee
doctorados en Teología y Derecho Canónico.
Presentando 47 y 103
Justo González, II
Deacon Dave Gray
Deacon Dave Gray currently serves as the
Director of the Permanent Diaconate for the Diocese
of Orlando and Coordinator for the Diocesan
Ministry to the Incarcerated. Deacon Dave’s past
experience includes having spent 20 years in the
United States Air Force between 1974 and 1994, and
ten years working in industry as an Accountant and
Contracts/Procurement Manager. Deacon Dave was
ordained a deacon on June 11, 2005 and speaks at
various parish missions and young adult events.
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Rick Grinstead
Deacon Robert Kinsey
Rick Grinstead currently serves as the faith
formation director and youth minister at Saint Peter
Parish in DeLand Florida as well as the campus
minister at Stetson University. He has worked in the
field of youth and young adult ministry for over 20
years.
Bob Kinsey has been a permanent deacon for 28
years for the Diocese of Orlando and Diaconal Director
for 20 years. Deacon Kinsey is a retired Major in
U.S.M.C. Reserve and a retired insurance executive
with a C.L.U. and CHFC BA Degree from St. Peter
University, Jersey City, N.J.
Dan Hardester
Denise Kriscunas
Dan Hardester currently serves as Secretary of the
Evangelization Secretariat for the Diocese of Orlando.
In this capacity, Dan directs the Media Resource
Center and coordinates the activities of several offices,
including Advocacy & Justice, Buena Nueva FM,
Hispanic Ministry and Mission Integration &
Engagement. He is also a Secular Franciscan member
of Lady Poverty Fraternity, and a parishioner of
Nativity Catholic Church. Dan is a graduated from
Loyola University New Orleans Institute for Ministry
Extension (LIMEX) with a MA in Religious Education.
Denise Kriscunas currently serves as the Director
of Faith Formation at St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish. She
has more than 10 years experience in the parish setting
and serves as a DCCP instructor. Prior to that she was
a Walt Disney World Cast Member in Human
Resources. She graduated from the Loyola University
LIMEX program with a MA.
Kathy Hendricks
Kathy Hendricks is a national consultant for
William H. Sadlier and a contributing writer for their
materials, including the We Believe with Project
Disciples catechetical program. She offers talks and
retreats on topics of catechesis, everyday spirituality,
and family and is author of the books, Everything
About Parish Ministry I Wish I Had Known, A
Parent’s Guide to Prayer, and A Prayerbook for
Catechists. (Sponsored by Sadlier)
Rev. Chris Hoffmann
Fr. Chris Hoffman has taught adult education at
the parish and diocesan level for over 20 years. He has
helped prepare deacons and lay ecclesial ministers. He
has also taught at the high school and elementary level.
Fr. Hoffman has been ordained 25 years and has
served at nine different assignments. He is a retired
chaplain in the US Air Force reserve.
Dennis Keller
Dennis Keller currently serves as the Director of
Mary Mother Church which is an organization
comprised of Missionaries of the Liturgy. The
organization works for the bishops by helping people
pray. Dennis currently works at St. Augustine Parish at
the University of Florida in liturgy and music. Mr.
Keller has served as the Music Director for the
Institute for Priestly Formation, as well as Campus
Minister for Arizona State University, and Liturgical
Director for St. Timothy Parish in Mesa, Arizona.
Fr. Tim LaBo currently serves as Pastor of Holy
Redeemer Church in Kissimmee. Fr. Tim has been a
priest of the Diocese of Orlando for 26 years and has
served in various capacities including Director of HIV/
AIDS Ministry for our Diocese, Reserve Navy
Chaplain, Pastor, and Executive Editor of the Florida
Catholic. He holds degrees in Biological Sciences,
Theology, and Education.
Deacon Henry Libersat ministers at St. Mary
Magdalen Parish, Altamonte Springs and also serves as
chaplain for the Winter Springs Police Department.
Deacon Henry is the author of several books, including
his latest by Servant Books Catholic and Confident. He
is the award-winning editor of The Florida Catholic
(retired). He was ordained to the diaconate in 1986.
Presenting Workshops 22,76 & 108
Heather Lusher
Heather Lusher is a catechist at Most Precious
Blood Catholic Church, where she tries to integrate her
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (CGS) training into a
traditional Faith Formation program as much as
possible. She completed her CGS Level I training while
living near Pittsburgh, PA and was able to experience
the joy of listening to God with children in an atrium
there. After relocating to Florida, she has kept CGS
burning in her heart and has been looking for ways to
share her CGS training and experience.
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Rey Malavé
Rey Malavé is currently a Consultant of Hispanic
Youth & Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of
Orlando. He has been involved in this ministry for
more than 31 years. He served as the president of the
National Catholic Network de Pastoral Juvenil
Hispana (La Red) from 1999 to 2005. He was the
National Chairman for the First National Encuentro
of Hispanic Youth and Young Adult Ministry in 2006.
In 2006 he received the Archbishop Flores Medal
award from the USCCB Bishops’ Committee of
Hispanic Affairs for his work throughout the years. He
also received the National Youth Ministry Award for
Multicultural Gifts given by National Federation of
Catholic Youth Ministry.
Dan McGowan
Dan McGowan currently serves as the Director of
Faith Formation at the Church of the Resurrection in
Lakeland. Dan has more than 25 years experience in
this role through his service at several parishes. Dan
graduated from Fordham University with a MA in
Religious Education. (Sponsored by Sadlier)
Dawn Melcher
Dawn Melcher currently serves as the Regional
Marketing Director for Brevard County Catholic
Schools. In this role she creates marketing and
communications programs to increase awareness,
Pat Markusic
retention, and enrollment in the county’s nine Catholic
Pat Markusic presently serves in full time ministry
schools. Dawn has 19 years experience in marketing,
at Nativity Catholic Church as a Pastoral Associate.
communications and public relations. She has
She has served in ministry in the diocese for almost 30
received awards for marketing work. Mrs. Melcher
years. Her studies from Loyola include liturgy and the
possesses a BSBA with a major in marketing and a
Catechumenate.
minor in computer science from the University of
Central Florida.
Dr. Patricia M. McCormack, IHM is an
Deacon Felix Montanez
international formation education consultant. Her
Diacono Felix Montanez ordenado en la Diócesis
practical experiences in education include both
de Orlando hace 5 años. Actualmente sirve en la
classroom and administration experience at the
Parroquia St. Maximilian Kolbe, en Avalon Park.
elementary, secondary, and college levels. In addition
to a bachelor’s degree in theology and sociology and a Presentando 52
master’s degree in K-8 education, she holds a
Daniel S. Mulhall
doctorate in private school administration.
Daniel S. Mulhall currently serves as the Director
(Sponsored by Pflaum)
of Professional Development and Hispanic Catechesis
for RCL Benziger, a publisher of Catholic catechetical
materials. For nearly 10 years Dan served as the
Deacon Michael J. McElwee, PhD
Assistant Secretary for Catechesis and Inculturation
Deacon Mike McElwee presently serves as the
for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Director of Ministries and Adult Education at
Ascension Parish in Melbourne, and is an Adjunct
Faculty member with Loyola University in New
Daisy Nassis
Orleans. Deacon Mike has served as retreat director,
Daisy Nassis serves as the Director of Youth
youth minister and DRE on the parish and diocesan
Ministry for St. Margaret Mary Parish in Winter Park.
level in Maryland, Virginia, and Delaware.
Her past experiences include teaching world history in
Oklahoma, summers serving on staff with Catholic
Heart Work Camp, and teaching English in Moshi,
Claudia McFadden & Vanessa Russo
Tanzania. Daisy’s focus is on working with young
Claudia McFadden é coordenadora da Renovação
adolescents.
Carismática Católica na Florida, com anos de
experiência em pregação e formação. Vanessa Russo é Presenting Workshop 54
ministra eclesial pela Diocese de Orlando,
coordenadora dos grupos do ‘Porque Ser Católico?’ em
Português, com foco pastoral em catequese e formação
para adultos.
Presenting Workshops 25, 78 & 112 all in Portuguese
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Heidi Peckham currently serves as Secretary of
the Secretariat for Pastoral Ministries for the Diocese
of Orlando. Heidi has extensive experience with
formation at the parish and diocesan level. In addition
to her ministry experience, Heidi is also a licensed
mental health counselor. She speaks at retreats and
workshops in both the world of business and the world
of ministry. Heidi is also a Secular Franciscan. Mrs.
Peckham graduated from the University of Central
Florida with a MA.
Basil H. Pflumm, Brig. Gen USAF (Ret.)
Basil Pflumm has been active for many years in
various Catholic parishes – also serving in the
diocesan synod and as liaison the Loyola University of
New Orleans’ Institute for Ministry where he received
a Master of Pastoral Studies in 2002. Basil’s past
experiences include serving in the US Air Force from
1959 to 1989 retiring as the Deputy Auditor General
and Commander of the Air Force Audit Agency, and
being a professional accountant.
Sister Kathleen Power, SSJ
Sr. Kathleen has been the Associate Director of
Vocations for the Diocese of Orlando for the past six
years. She is also Director of Vocations for her
community the Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine,
Florida. Sister Kathleen travels the state of Florida
helping women and men discern their call to ministry
and vocation.
Rev. Ybain Ramirez
Nacido en Venezuela, de padres muy cristianos.
Comencé mi educación en Venezuela; culmine mis
estudios en Colombia. Soy muy feliz de servir al Señor,
como Sacerdote. Actualmente soy el párroco de la
parroquia de “San Agustín”, en Casselberry, Florida
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Rev. Fred R. Ruse
Fr. Ruse serves full-time with the mission
communities in the Diocese of San Juan de la
Maguana in the Dominican Republic. Fr. Ruse has
been a priest of the Diocese of Orlando for 36 years
including time ministering as pastor of both St.
Matthew in Winter Haven and St. Paul in Daytona
Beach.
Padre Fred es un sacerdote de la Diócesis de
Orlando asignado a nuestra diócesis aliada en la
República Dominicana. Él fue ordenado en mayo de
1976 y es native de Ormond Beach, Florida.
Presenting Workshops 30 (in English) & 56 (in Spanish)
Gigi Santiago
Gigi Santiago currently serves as a Co-Manager of
Family Life and Pastoral Care for the Diocese of
Orlando. Gigi has been engaged in ministry for more
than 20 years, with a particular focus on marriage and
family ministry. Gigi obtained her Masters in Pastoral
Studies (focus on Small Christian Communities) in
2002; in 2011, she completed the Audire Spiritual
Direction Formation Program.
Brother Paul Santoro, OFM
Br. Paul Santoro currently serves as Campus
Minister at Santa Fe Catholic High School in Lakeland.
He graduated from Fordham University, The Bronx,
NY with a MA in Religion and Religious Education. Br.
Paul’s past experiences span several states and include
teaching religion, serving as DRE, and Campus
Minister.
Fr. Giles currently serves as the Director of San
Pedro Center, the Spiritual Development Center for
the Orlando Diocese. He has been an educator all his
ministerial life and has taught in high school, college
and parish settings. He is also a past President of the
Franciscan Federation of Sisters and Brothers of the
Third Order Regular.
Rev. David Scotchie
Fr. David Scotchie currently serves as the
founding pastor of Saint Maximilian Kolbe Catholic
Church. He has a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from
the Aquinas Institute of Theology, a Master of Science
in Management from UCF, and Master of Divinity and
Master of Arts from St. Meinrad School of Theology.
He was ordained in 1993 for the Diocese of Orlando.
Presenting Workshops 33, & 82
Deborah currently serves as the Director of
Advocacy and Justice for the Diocese of Orlando.
Deborah has been with the Diocese for 21 years,
focusing on the full implementation of the social
mission of the Church in our parishes.
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Carol Stanton, PhD
Dr. Carol Stanton currently serves as a coDirector of CLEM (Commissioned Lay Ecclesial
Ministry) Formation Program. She is also Director
of Marketing and New Program Development at
San Pedro Center. Carol teaches, and leads retreats
and staff development days across the diocese. She
holds an MA in Religious Education, an MPhil in
Ecumenics and a PhD in Theology (Trinity College,
Dublin, Ireland).
Dr. Joseph White currently serves as a
National Catechetical Consultant for Our Sunday
Visitor. Joseph is a clinical psychologist and a
former parish director of religious education. He is
the author of several books on catechesis, including
Seven Secrets of Successful Catechists, Catechist’s
Companion: Multisensory Methods in Catechesis,
Catechists for All Children, and Burnout Busters:
Stress Management for Ministry. Dr. White has
taught catechetics through the Institute for
Religious and Pastoral Studies at the University of
Rev. Jorge Torres
Dallas and pastoral guidance in the School of
Padre Jorge Torres es el director de vocaciones Theology at the University of St. Thomas in
para la Diócesis de Orlando.
Houston. (Sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor)
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Ivy Wick
Fr. Bob Webster currently serves as the pastor
of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Clermont
and Director of Liturgy for the Diocese of Orlando.
He was ordained by Bishop Thomas Grady at St.
James Cathedral on May 31, 1986. Father Bob was
responsible for the renovation of St. Paul Catholic
Church in Daytona Beach and its dedication as a
basilica in 2006—the first basilica dedicated in the
U.S. by Pope Benedict XVI. For his efforts he was
named proto canon of the Basilica.
Presenting Workshop 36 & 60
Ivy Wick currently serves as a Theology teacher
and as the Theology Department Chair at Father
Lopez Catholic High School. Ivy has more than 16
years of teaching experience and numerous years in
youth ministry, with a focus on engaging young
people in faith experiences.
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Henry Liberstat
The Florida Catholic
Diocese of Orlando
Hispanic Ministries
Liturgy Training Publications
Diocesan Media Center
Faith Formation Day 2012
Saturday, September 15, 2012
Registration Form
Use one form per person.
Make as many copies of the form as needed.
The registration form is two pages long.
Complete both pages. Registration for the
Workshops are on the next page.
 Seating is limited.
You must register in advance.
 Workshop assignments are made on a “first
come first served” basis.
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Register early if you want your first choice of
workshops.
Cost per person is $30
(includes continental breakfast & box lunch)
Registration Deadline is Friday,
August 31, 2012 by 12:00PM
Payment must accompany each form
Make out checks to “Diocese of Orlando”
Walk-ins: Cost is $35 and admission is not
guaranteed.
Name
PRINT your name as you would like it to appear on your name tag
Parish
Name & City
Email
Send all registration forms to:
Faith Formation Day
P.O. Box 1800
Orlando, FL 32802
Phone
Respond only if you require a vegetarian lunch
 Yes, I prefer a vegetarian box lunch
Respond only if you plan to come but do not plan
to attend any workshops
 No, I will not be attending any
workshops
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Workshop Registration Form
Your Name___________________________
Your Parish___________________________
Please indicate your first and second choice for each workshop session. Not all workshops are
offered at all sessions. You should choose a total of three workshops and a time for lunch.
Workshop Session 1:
10:30am–11:30am:
First Choice: Workshop
Workshop Number__________
Workshop Title:
Second Choice
Workshop Title:
________________________
_______________________________
Workshop Session 2:
Session 1
Workshops
#1 thru #37
11:45am–12:45am
Choose either lunch or a Session 2 Workshop

LUNCH and exhibits
First Choice
Workshop Title:
Second Choice
Workshop Title:
________________________
_______________________________
Workshop Session 3:
Session 2
Workshops
#38 thru #61
1:00pm–2:00pm
Choose either lunch or a Session 3 Workshop

LUNCH and exhibits
First Choice
Workshop Title:
Second Choice
Workshop Title:
________________________
_______________________________
Workshop Session 4:
Session 3
Workshops
#62 thru #84
2:15pm-3:15pm
First Choice
Workshop Title:
Second Choice
Workshop Title:
_______________________________
_______________________________
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Session 4
Workshops
#85 thru #120
Día de Formación de Fe
Sábado 15 de septiembre 2012
Formulario de Registro
Use un formulario por persona.
Haga cuantas copias necesite.
El formulario de registro tiene dos páginas.
Complete ambas. Para registrarse en los
talleres complete la información que se
encuentra en la siguiente hoja.
 Capacidad limitada. Regístrese con tiempo.
 Los espacios disponibles de los talleres serán
asignados a los asistentes por orden de
llegada.
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Regístrese pronto si desea asegurar su
asistencia a un taller específico.
El costo por persona son $30 (incluye
desayuno continental y almuerzo liviano)
Fecha límite para registrarse es el viernes 31
de agosto del 2012 hasta las 12:00PM.
Cada formulario debe enviarse con su pago.
Haga los cheques a nombre de
“Diocese of Orlando”
El costo en la puerta será de $35 y no se
garantiza la admisión.
Nombre
Escriba su nombre como desea que aparezca en su identificación
Parroquia
Nombre y ciudad
Correo
Electrónico
Envie el formulario de registro a:
Faith Formation Day
P.O. Box 1800
Orlando, FL 32802
Teléfono
Responda sólo si require almuerzo vegetariano
 Si, prefiero almuerzo vegetariano
Responda sólo si desea asistir pero no participar
de ningún taller.
 No, no asistiré ningún taller
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Formulario de registro para los talleres
Nombre___________________________
Parroquia___________________________
Por favor indique cuál es su primera y segunda prefencia para las sesiones de los talleres. No todos los
talleres se ofrecerán en todas las sesiones. Usted puede elegir un total de 3 talleres y un tiempo para el
almuerzo.
Talleres sesión 1:
10:30am–11:30am
Primera opción
Número del taller__________
Título del taller:
Segunda opción
Título del Taller:
________________________
_______________________________
Talleres sesión 2:
Talleres
Sesión 1
#1 — #37
11:45am–12:45am
Elija almuerzo o sesión 2 de talleres

Almuerzo y expo
Primera opción
Título del taller:
Segunda opción
Título del taller:
________________________
_______________________________
Talleres sesión 3:
Talleres
Sesión 2
#38 — #61
1:00pm–2:00pm
Elija almuerzo o sesión 3 de talleres

Almuerzo y expo
Primera opción
Título del taller:
Segunda opción
Título del taller:
________________________
_______________________________
Talleres sesión 4:
2:15pm–3:15pm
Primera opción
Título del taller:
Segunda opción
Título del taller:
_______________________________
_______________________________
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Talleres
Sesión 3
#62 — #84
Talleres
Sesión 4
#85 — #120

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