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3-02 The Dance of Spiritual Maturity

Reno Session 3 18

Session 3: 10:00 – 11:15 am

Catechist re-certification credits: Prayer & Spirituality

When we enter the dance floor with a partner there is often a give and take of moves…leading and following. As we mature, our spiritual life is a lot like a slow dance. There is a give and take that exists in different ways than when we are younger. Have you forgotten the steps? Do you resist being led? What does spiritual maturity look like and how do we grow in ways that meet our needs as adults? Join us and discover some valuable secrets.

Monique Jacobs is the Director of Faith Formation for the Diocese of Reno. She has enjoyed pastoral and professional ministry in the church for over 38 years, as a religious and lay woman, specializing in the field of Religious Education; Over 25 of those years have been spent in the Diocese of Reno. Her life-long passion moves her to seek concrete ways to connect people, attempting to create inroads and offer encounters that will inspire a deeper relationship with the God who loves. Monique works closely with our Catholic school faculties and parishes by incorporating relevant formation which sustains and enriches. Monique holds a Master’s degree in Religious Education from Fordham University, NYC.

3-01 Can You See Anything?

Reno Session 3 18

Session 3: 10:00 – 11:15 am

Catechist re-certification credits: Sacred Scripture

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Keep your eyes on me when it hurts too much to see* Since Jesus sees what God sees (John 5: 19), we will walk with Jesus exploring what Jesus sees as he encounters the poor, afflicted, and marginalized of this world. Disciples of Jesus are called to see with the sight of the Lord. Our eyes are blessed with the baptismal insight of compassion for all beings as exemplified by Jesus. What might it mean to see with the heart and eyes of Jesus?

*Keep Your Eyes On Me, Tim McGraw Lyrics

Father Tom Bonacci, established the Institute for the Study of the Passion in 2011, which probes the issues of religion and violence. Father Tom ministers at Christ the King Passionist Retreat Center of Citrus Heights, CA.

2-04 And God Saw That All God Was Doing Was Very Good!

Reno Session 2 18

Session 2: 2:15 – 3:15 pm

Catechist re-certification credits: Sacred Scripture

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Keep your eyes on me When you’re lost in the dark* The Bible begins with the beautiful and transforming narrative of God delighting in the World God creates. We pause to reflect on what it is that God sees. The Psalm prays, “In your light, O God, we see light!” (Psalm 36: 9). We will explore what it means to be seen by God and see like God.

*Keep Your Eyes On Me, Tim McGraw Lyrics

Father Tom Bonacci, established the Institute for the Study of the Passion in 2011, which probes the issues of religion and violence. Father Tom ministers at Christ the King Passionist Retreat Center of Citrus Heights, CA.

Keynote – Say Something… I’m Giving Up On You!

Reno Info 18

Friday | 6:30-8:00

“Say Something…. I’m Giving Up On You!”

At times, “Silence is Golden” is indeed quite true. But, there are times when our silence can truly become deadly. That is why the Lord said to St. Paul, “Do not be afraid. Go on speaking, and do not be silent, for I am with you.” (Acts 18:9-10) Sometimes, we have to “Say Something….” The marginalized sectors of society are begging us to speak up. This workshop will strive to be a voice for our society’s voiceless. It will address the silent cries of the unborn, the underemployed, the LBGT community, the incarcerated, and many more. It is time for us to break the silence and “Say Something….”

Father Tony Ricard, is a Priest for the Archdiocese of New Orleans and is the Campus Minister at St. Augustine High School in New Orleans. He is the Pastor of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish and is also a Core Instructor of Church Doctrine for the Institute for Black Catholic Studies at Xavier University of Louisiana. Fr. Tony is the author of 10 awesome books which include “Don’t Be Stupid! Lessons You Should Already Know,” and “Diary of An Unapologetic Roman Catholic Priest”. Since the 2000 Season, Fr. Tony has served as the Catholic Chaplain of the NFL’s 2010 World Champions – the New Orleans Saints. He is a native of New Orleans and a proud graduate of St. Augustine High School. He is a former New Orleans Public School teacher who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Loyola University, a Master of Theology degree from Xavier University, and a Master of Divinity degree from Notre Dame Seminary.

Guest Musicians

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Rodolfo López is a musician, singer, composer producer, and workshop clinician who believes in the power of music to change the world and to draw people more deeply into the liturgy. He is active as a songwriter, soloist and arranger for various events at the national and international level. An accomplished guitarist, he is a graduate of California State University at Los Angeles (CSULA), where he completed a bachelor of music in composition. Currently, Rodolfo works for Oregon Catholic Press as an Hispanic Events Specialist, recording producer, and clinician.

Estela García-López is a pastoral musician, composer and event presenter. She has worked in various bilingual parishes in Southern California as a music director, choir director, cantor, and chorister. She earned a bachelor of arts degree in music with an emphasis in voice from California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA). In both her career and her ministry, Estela is committed to enriching the liturgy, in both English and Spanish, through music. Currently, she is working as a specialist of Music Development at OCP, and serves as music director for Hispanic Music Ministry at Ascension Church in Portland, Oregon.

Anna Betancourt is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University where she studied under the direction of Paul Salumonovich. She later returned to her alma mater to work as assistant director of liturgy and music for LMU Campus Ministry. She has over 20 years of experience directing various choirs, ranging from Spanish and traditional choirs to handbell, children’s and contemporary ensembles. At the Archdiocesan level, she has served as a music committee member, deanery representative and a member of the Religious Education Congress Liturgy Committee. Anna has also been a speaker and presenter at various conferences and workshops on music and liturgy.

 

1-04 Religion and Science – A Search for Understanding

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Session 1: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Catechist re-certification credits: Doctrine

There is a perception among many that Catholicism (Christianity) must be opposed to science. Unfortunately, due to this perception, many young persons lose interest or leave the Catholic faith. However, Catholicism has had a long, though sometime tense, relationship with the sciences. Tensions seem to only arise when egos get involved and where there is misunderstanding. This talk will recount a little of that history and discuss certain attitudes with the goal of showing how religion and science are two human expressions of the search for truth and meaning.

Father Bob Chorey is a priest in the Diocese of Reno. He was ordained in 2002, and served as parochial vicar at the parishes of St. Albert the Great and St. Teresa of Avila, and as Pastor at St. Robert Bellarmine. He was appointed as Co-Director of Vocations in 2010, Moderator of the Curia in 2012 and Chancellor in 2013. Prior to his entering the seminary, Fr. Bob earned his BS (Geology) from Ashland College (Ohio) and a MS (Geology) from the University of Cincinnati. He worked in the mining industry from 1989-1996. The interplay of religion and science holds his fascination.

 

1-03 Eyes on Creation

Reno Session 1 18

Session 1: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Catechist re-certification credits: Doctrine

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A primary way to keep our eyes on God is to keep our eyes on creation. Over two years ago, Pope Francis wrote in his widely acclaimed encyclical Laudato si, “Faced as we are with global environmental deterioration, I wish to address every person living on this planet” ( #3). Come, listen, and participate as Fr. Mark Hanifan and Fr. Chuck Durante are joined by , Rita Sloan, Betty Bishop and friends to unpack this beautiful document.

Laudato Si Panel Fr. Mark Hanifan and Fr. Chuck Durante are joined by, Rita Sloan, Betty Bishop and friends to form this special panel.