Session B | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
D-01
Your True Voice: Presentation Techniques for Lectors, Cantors, Gospel Readers, & Psalmists
Dr. Mel Kennedy
This workshop is great for those new to these roles but will also rejuvenate veteran liturgical ministers. Pope Francis has emphasized the importance of having good readers and psalmists who can proclaim the readings and responsorial psalm well. “How could we face our earthly pilgrimage, with its labors and its trials, without being nourished and enlightened by the Word of God that resounds in liturgy?” While spiritual and biblical preparation are essential, we will focus on presentation techniques to bring God’s word alive to the assembly.
About the Presenter: Dr. Mel Kennedy is a award-nominated recording artist, liturgical trainer, & inspirational speaker. She earned her Doctor of Ministry in Applied Ministries at Graduate Theological Foundation and her MA in Liturgical Ministry at Catholic Theological Union. Her ministry is about empowering & inspiring all to share their faith & radiate God's love thru liturgy, service, relationship, and daily life.
Your True Voice: Presentation Techniques for Lectors, Cantors, Gospel Readers, & Psalmists
Dr. Mel Kennedy
This workshop is great for those new to these roles but will also rejuvenate veteran liturgical ministers. Pope Francis has emphasized the importance of having good readers and psalmists who can proclaim the readings and responsorial psalm well. “How could we face our earthly pilgrimage, with its labors and its trials, without being nourished and enlightened by the Word of God that resounds in liturgy?” While spiritual and biblical preparation are essential, we will focus on presentation techniques to bring God’s word alive to the assembly.
About the Presenter: Dr. Mel Kennedy is a award-nominated recording artist, liturgical trainer, & inspirational speaker. She earned her Doctor of Ministry in Applied Ministries at Graduate Theological Foundation and her MA in Liturgical Ministry at Catholic Theological Union. Her ministry is about empowering & inspiring all to share their faith & radiate God's love thru liturgy, service, relationship, and daily life.
D-02
Evangelization through Vacation Bible School
Jennifer Campbell
Are you looking for a way to evangelize the families in your parish? Are you trying to find a way to encourage families to grow in faith and stay connected to you parish? Have you tried Vacation Bible School? Vacation Bible School can work in any parish no matter the size and is a fun and engaging way to connect not only children to ministry but the entire family. Come learn best practices and resources available for VBS, because now is the time to start gathering your team and planning for summer 2022!
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Evangelization through Vacation Bible School
Jennifer Campbell
Are you looking for a way to evangelize the families in your parish? Are you trying to find a way to encourage families to grow in faith and stay connected to you parish? Have you tried Vacation Bible School? Vacation Bible School can work in any parish no matter the size and is a fun and engaging way to connect not only children to ministry but the entire family. Come learn best practices and resources available for VBS, because now is the time to start gathering your team and planning for summer 2022!
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D-03
Through Patris Corde: Serving Our Church with disAbilities
Ana Barraza
Is it a challenge to serve our brothers and sisters with disAbilities? We are starting this workshop with a prayer to St. Joseph integrating American Sign Language. Traveling into his heart, we will discover how his courage, love, and obedience can renew our own service. We will explore the concepts of accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in serving persons with disAbilities. We will learn some simple catechetical activities for the classroom and home. To end our time together, we will do so with an adaptive prayer.
About the Presenter:
Through Patris Corde: Serving Our Church with disAbilities
Ana Barraza
Is it a challenge to serve our brothers and sisters with disAbilities? We are starting this workshop with a prayer to St. Joseph integrating American Sign Language. Traveling into his heart, we will discover how his courage, love, and obedience can renew our own service. We will explore the concepts of accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in serving persons with disAbilities. We will learn some simple catechetical activities for the classroom and home. To end our time together, we will do so with an adaptive prayer.
About the Presenter:
D-04
How to accompany others in prayer in your ministry, with Companioned Prayer
Bill Stobbe
In your ministry, are you challenged about how to be with another person in prayer? Is there a way to accompany someone in prayer that is gentle, non-intrusive, and yet Christ centered? One that meets people where they are in their life, whether they are energetic teens or unhurried seniors? Companioned Prayer is uniquely designed to accompany one other person, and can be used in any ministry. Come find out about it.
About the Presenter: Retreat leader and program presenter for 30 years, founder of the Companioned Prayer Christian Fellowship. History of Eucharistic ministry, EM to residential care community, lector, Christ-centered contemplative small group ministries, ministry in Catholic residential elder care, past teen program leader, and other ministries. Past professional management consultant, 35 years.
How to accompany others in prayer in your ministry, with Companioned Prayer
Bill Stobbe
In your ministry, are you challenged about how to be with another person in prayer? Is there a way to accompany someone in prayer that is gentle, non-intrusive, and yet Christ centered? One that meets people where they are in their life, whether they are energetic teens or unhurried seniors? Companioned Prayer is uniquely designed to accompany one other person, and can be used in any ministry. Come find out about it.
About the Presenter: Retreat leader and program presenter for 30 years, founder of the Companioned Prayer Christian Fellowship. History of Eucharistic ministry, EM to residential care community, lector, Christ-centered contemplative small group ministries, ministry in Catholic residential elder care, past teen program leader, and other ministries. Past professional management consultant, 35 years.
E-05
Circle of Grace
Katita Schloemann
The Circle of Grace program is a personal safety education program for children enrolled in Catholic Faith Formation classes and Catholic schools. The Circle of Grace program helps children and youth to identify early on when they are uncomfortable with a situation and includes ways to seek the help of a trusted adult. The circle of Grace K-12 Program goals and objectives are met in all grades. The program is self-contained for each grade level.
About the Presenter:
Circle of Grace
Katita Schloemann
The Circle of Grace program is a personal safety education program for children enrolled in Catholic Faith Formation classes and Catholic schools. The Circle of Grace program helps children and youth to identify early on when they are uncomfortable with a situation and includes ways to seek the help of a trusted adult. The circle of Grace K-12 Program goals and objectives are met in all grades. The program is self-contained for each grade level.
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D-06
Confirmation Preparation using the Footsteps of St. Joseph
Shannon Langer
St. Joseph is such an essential part of our faith. His example is meant to inspire us and guide us. Let's learn more about the charisms of St. Joseph through St. Joseph Marello's footsteps humbly following St. Joseph's example.
About the Presenter:
Confirmation Preparation using the Footsteps of St. Joseph
Shannon Langer
St. Joseph is such an essential part of our faith. His example is meant to inspire us and guide us. Let's learn more about the charisms of St. Joseph through St. Joseph Marello's footsteps humbly following St. Joseph's example.
About the Presenter:
D-07
We Need To Create a Culture of Vocations
Fr. Guillermo Hernandez
All my ministry has been revolving with young people and families to create awareness in vocations in different capacities. Now, I am the Director of Vocations for our diocese and I am happy to be able to help parishes and families create a culture that promotes and sustains the vocation to priestly and religious life.
About the Presenter:
We Need To Create a Culture of Vocations
Fr. Guillermo Hernandez
All my ministry has been revolving with young people and families to create awareness in vocations in different capacities. Now, I am the Director of Vocations for our diocese and I am happy to be able to help parishes and families create a culture that promotes and sustains the vocation to priestly and religious life.
About the Presenter:
D-08
Accompaniment and Encounter: The Excitement of the New Directory for Catechesis
Rose Hernandez
Since the publication of the first Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium, Pope Francis has brought a new excitement to our Church. His talk of accompaniment and encounter is now brought forth in the new Directory for Catechesis, published in 2020. This workshop will explore the elements of accompaniment, encounter, and so much more, and how it can enliven our faith formation for all ages, from children through adults. It gives us a new energy for a new age of formation in our schools, parishes, and all sacrament preparation.
About the Presenter: Rose M. Hernandez serves as the Director of the Office of Formation and Evangelization in the Diocese of Fresno. With over twenty years of experience in liturgy, catechesis, and Christian Initiation, she has served as a workshop presenter and retreat director in Fresno as well as the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Ms. Hernandez holds a B.A.in Psychology and an MA in Pastoral Studies from LMU.
Accompaniment and Encounter: The Excitement of the New Directory for Catechesis
Rose Hernandez
Since the publication of the first Apostolic Exhortation, Evangelii Gaudium, Pope Francis has brought a new excitement to our Church. His talk of accompaniment and encounter is now brought forth in the new Directory for Catechesis, published in 2020. This workshop will explore the elements of accompaniment, encounter, and so much more, and how it can enliven our faith formation for all ages, from children through adults. It gives us a new energy for a new age of formation in our schools, parishes, and all sacrament preparation.
About the Presenter: Rose M. Hernandez serves as the Director of the Office of Formation and Evangelization in the Diocese of Fresno. With over twenty years of experience in liturgy, catechesis, and Christian Initiation, she has served as a workshop presenter and retreat director in Fresno as well as the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Ms. Hernandez holds a B.A.in Psychology and an MA in Pastoral Studies from LMU.
D-09
Discipleship: What does it take to be a Disciple of Jesus Christ
What is discipleship? Can you differentiate between a follower, mentor and disciple?
Take a personal journey and learn some characteristics and aspects of being a disciple. Becoming more knowledgable, you can make a difference!
About the Presenter:
Discipleship: What does it take to be a Disciple of Jesus Christ
What is discipleship? Can you differentiate between a follower, mentor and disciple?
Take a personal journey and learn some characteristics and aspects of being a disciple. Becoming more knowledgable, you can make a difference!
About the Presenter:
D-10
A preBaptism Class for Parents and Godparents: Following the Revised Order for of Baptism for Children
Deacon Dan Haverty
This offering will provide those responsible for facilitating preBaptism classes a ready to follow 90 minute preBaptism class based on the revised Order of Baptism for Children using PowerPoint, lecture and short video. It is suitable for virtual learning, as well as face to face classes.
About the Presenter:
A preBaptism Class for Parents and Godparents: Following the Revised Order for of Baptism for Children
Deacon Dan Haverty
This offering will provide those responsible for facilitating preBaptism classes a ready to follow 90 minute preBaptism class based on the revised Order of Baptism for Children using PowerPoint, lecture and short video. It is suitable for virtual learning, as well as face to face classes.
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D-11
Restorative Justice
What does it mean to live a restorative life? How do we, as Church, define "justice?" To whom are we responsible? This workshop will explore what it means to live restoratively and how a balanced and restorative approach to justice could positively impact our criminal justice system. Further, it will explore the Christian call to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with God.
About the Presenter:
Restorative Justice
What does it mean to live a restorative life? How do we, as Church, define "justice?" To whom are we responsible? This workshop will explore what it means to live restoratively and how a balanced and restorative approach to justice could positively impact our criminal justice system. Further, it will explore the Christian call to act justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with God.
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D-12
Baffled by the Annulment Process? Let’s Talk!
Fr. Mark Richards JCL & Cheryl Tholcke
Ministry and school leaders meet and know many people who may need clarification of their marital status in the Church. Join Cheryl and Father Mark as they provide an overview to the annulment process, including its connection to a Catholic’s participation in the sacramental life. Bring your questions and curiosity; we will also address some common myths about annulments. Time is provided to answer your questions!
About the Presenters: Cheryl Tholcke has served as the Moderator of the Tribunal Chancery since 2014. Prior to this, she spent 34 years in youth ministry at the parish, diocesan, and national levels. She holds a Master of Pastoral Studies decree from Loyola University, New Orleans.
Father Mark Richards, JCL has worked in the Tribunal since 1998 and as Judicial Vicar since 2006. He is currently pastor of St. Elizabeth of Portugal Parish in Sacramento. He holds a licentiate in Canon Law from the Catholic University of America, Washington DC.
Baffled by the Annulment Process? Let’s Talk!
Fr. Mark Richards JCL & Cheryl Tholcke
Ministry and school leaders meet and know many people who may need clarification of their marital status in the Church. Join Cheryl and Father Mark as they provide an overview to the annulment process, including its connection to a Catholic’s participation in the sacramental life. Bring your questions and curiosity; we will also address some common myths about annulments. Time is provided to answer your questions!
About the Presenters: Cheryl Tholcke has served as the Moderator of the Tribunal Chancery since 2014. Prior to this, she spent 34 years in youth ministry at the parish, diocesan, and national levels. She holds a Master of Pastoral Studies decree from Loyola University, New Orleans.
Father Mark Richards, JCL has worked in the Tribunal since 1998 and as Judicial Vicar since 2006. He is currently pastor of St. Elizabeth of Portugal Parish in Sacramento. He holds a licentiate in Canon Law from the Catholic University of America, Washington DC.
D-13
Introduction to Grief Ministry
Deacon Mike and Barbara Turner
Participants will be able to address all types of griefs that have been building up(such as loss of job, death, addiction, pandemic, etc.) Learn how to start the conversation with grief and to be able to talk with others. Share best practices on how to mourn well. Find and pre-plan how to approach family conflicts.
About the Presenters: Deacon Mike and Barbara Turner are actively involved in RCIA, Communion to the sick and homebound, Bereavement counseling, Grief ministry trainers for the diocese, Placer People of Faith, St. Vincent de Paul, Legislative advocacy, and hospice.
Introduction to Grief Ministry
Deacon Mike and Barbara Turner
Participants will be able to address all types of griefs that have been building up(such as loss of job, death, addiction, pandemic, etc.) Learn how to start the conversation with grief and to be able to talk with others. Share best practices on how to mourn well. Find and pre-plan how to approach family conflicts.
About the Presenters: Deacon Mike and Barbara Turner are actively involved in RCIA, Communion to the sick and homebound, Bereavement counseling, Grief ministry trainers for the diocese, Placer People of Faith, St. Vincent de Paul, Legislative advocacy, and hospice.
D-14
Is Social Media Still Needed Post COVID?
As churches begin to open and COVID-19 restrictions diminish, many parishes are grappling with what to do about digital communications. In this workshop we will help you evaluate what you should stop, start or continue to share via digital portals. We will also discuss the emerging convenience culture and how it will impact the way Catholic practices are shared in-person and online. Additionally, you will learn about tips, tools and techniques for developing digital strategy for your parish or ministry.
About the Presenter:
Is Social Media Still Needed Post COVID?
As churches begin to open and COVID-19 restrictions diminish, many parishes are grappling with what to do about digital communications. In this workshop we will help you evaluate what you should stop, start or continue to share via digital portals. We will also discuss the emerging convenience culture and how it will impact the way Catholic practices are shared in-person and online. Additionally, you will learn about tips, tools and techniques for developing digital strategy for your parish or ministry.
About the Presenter:
D-15
Teaching Multiculturalism Through the Liturgical Seasons of the Church
Jason Solano M.Ed.
"I know you, Lord as I have served your people in learning about you. There are so many saints from all over the world! With such diversity, our classrooms are more and more mirroring that diversity. Teaching Multiculturalism is imperative. This workshop will provide those who work with students with practical tips and ideas to incorporate multicultural education through the lives of the saints. As the saints of the church renewed their faith with rejoicing, such as Saint Damien of Moloka'i to San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila, the Catholic Church-the Universal Church-can learn more about our diverse sisters and brothers through their sainthood."
About the Presenter:
Teaching Multiculturalism Through the Liturgical Seasons of the Church
Jason Solano M.Ed.
"I know you, Lord as I have served your people in learning about you. There are so many saints from all over the world! With such diversity, our classrooms are more and more mirroring that diversity. Teaching Multiculturalism is imperative. This workshop will provide those who work with students with practical tips and ideas to incorporate multicultural education through the lives of the saints. As the saints of the church renewed their faith with rejoicing, such as Saint Damien of Moloka'i to San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila, the Catholic Church-the Universal Church-can learn more about our diverse sisters and brothers through their sainthood."
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D-16
The return of the Retreat Culture
Chris Mariano
Think of moment when you met Christ on your own way to ministry. Most likely it was during or right after a retreat. Let 20 years of retreat experience combined with assisting 1000's of youth and young adults in guiding them to their vocations from a retreat formatted ministry program. Learn the nuances of retreats and how we can offer opportunities to meet Christ in a post Covid world and within a reasonable budget.
About the Presenter: Over 20 years as Parish Coordinator Youth Ministry, 30 years of Choral Directorship and Cantor, 15 years as Confirmation Director, Diaconate Candidate in last year of formation for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Always encourages the young church to leadership and discipleship in line with their God given gifts.
The return of the Retreat Culture
Chris Mariano
Think of moment when you met Christ on your own way to ministry. Most likely it was during or right after a retreat. Let 20 years of retreat experience combined with assisting 1000's of youth and young adults in guiding them to their vocations from a retreat formatted ministry program. Learn the nuances of retreats and how we can offer opportunities to meet Christ in a post Covid world and within a reasonable budget.
About the Presenter: Over 20 years as Parish Coordinator Youth Ministry, 30 years of Choral Directorship and Cantor, 15 years as Confirmation Director, Diaconate Candidate in last year of formation for the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Always encourages the young church to leadership and discipleship in line with their God given gifts.
D-17 Why is Young Adult Ministry a thing?
Antony Ta
Young adults ministry covers a diverse group of people. From people in the late teens, twenties, and thirties; single, married, divorced, or widowed; and with or without children. They come from every community that makes up our society, rural, small towns, big cities. They are also from various cultural, ethnic, educational, vocational, social, political, and spiritual realities. With such diversity, it becomes challenging to know how to minister to this group of people. In this workshop, attendees are invited to engage in dialogue on where Young Adult ministry is and what it can become. Come a dream up with others on what Young Adult ministry can become in our communities.
About the Presenter:
Antony Ta
Young adults ministry covers a diverse group of people. From people in the late teens, twenties, and thirties; single, married, divorced, or widowed; and with or without children. They come from every community that makes up our society, rural, small towns, big cities. They are also from various cultural, ethnic, educational, vocational, social, political, and spiritual realities. With such diversity, it becomes challenging to know how to minister to this group of people. In this workshop, attendees are invited to engage in dialogue on where Young Adult ministry is and what it can become. Come a dream up with others on what Young Adult ministry can become in our communities.
About the Presenter:
