1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Dr. Hosffman Ospino

Catechetical leaders are often concerned about how to best share our faith effectively. We soon realize that many forms of diversity shape the lives of Catholic communities. If we want to be good catechists and evangelizers, we cannot ignore questions about pluralism, culture, and language. In this workshop, we explore ten common questions related to diversity and venture into ways of addressing them in light of current research and best practices

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1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Fr. Tony Ricard  

Catholic belief is succinctly expressed in the profession of faith or credo called the Nicene Creed. From “I believe in God” to believing in this “One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church” and looking forward to “the life of the world to come”, Roman Catholics believe a lot of stuff. Some of it is easy to understand and some of it can be confusing.This interactive workshop will deal with some of the major questions of Faith. It will also allow participants to ask questions about faith, hope and love. Come prepared to say to Father Tony, “Tell Me Why…..?”

1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Dr. Patricia McCormack, IHM

Mutual respect and open communication between parents and teachers is vital for the positive, whole-person development of children. Respectful assertiveness is also characteristic of disciples of Jesus. WITH (wisdom, initiative, truth, hope) suggests a formula for a positive partnership. Teacher goals include: Adopt a Pro-Active Perspective; Safeguard Personal Boundaries; “Read” and “Feed” Parent Hungers; Speak the truth in love; Demonstrate an “A Plus” Approach; Facilitate Hope.

1:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m.

Mrs. Jackie Francois

What does God have to say about relationships, our bodies, and sex? Join speaker/musician Jackie Francois as she shares her personal love story and leads an inspiring discussion on guiding meaningful conversations with teens on the beauty that God reveals to us through our relationships with one another.

1:30 p.m. -2:30 p.m.

Dr. Scott Hahn

What is the New Evangelization and why is it the greatest priority of the Church at this time?  How do we as Catholics understand the need for – and the process of – conversion?  This talk also looks at how we can share our faith with family members, friends and co-workers.  It speaks of the joy of ongoing conversion. As Pope Francis reminds us, there is even a need for “evangelizing the baptized”.