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Please note that high heel shoes are not allowed in McNeice Pavilion (where Mass, awards, and keynote will take place)
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Arrival and registration                                                           8:00 a. m.
Mass                                                                                          8:30   Most Reverend Richard J. Malone ThD, Celebrant
                                                                                                              Reverend J. Bryan Hehir, Homilist
Awards and Catechist Recognition
Keynote                                                                                    10:30
Lunch                                                                                        Noon - 1:00
Workshop Session I                                                               1 :15 - 2:15
Workshop Session II                                                              2:30 - 3:30
Exhibits will be open 7:30 - 8:15 a.m. and Noon - 3:00 p.m.

Please note that high heel shoes are not allowed in McNeice Pavilion (where Mass, awards, and keynote will take place)

Bishop Richard Malone, a native son of Salem, Massachusetts, is the 11th Bishop of Portland, Maine. A graduate of Saint John's Prep, Danvers and Saint John's Seminary, Boston, Bishop Malone was ordained in 1972 by Cardinal Humberto Medeiros. In 1981 then Father Malone earned his Doctorate in Theology from Boston University, and in 1990 his Licentiate in Sacred Theology from Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge. Bishop Malone was Professor of Theology at Saint John's Seminary and chaplain at Harvard University. He was named Director of the Office of Religious Education in 1993 and later appointed Cabinet Secretary for Education for the Archdiocese of Boston. In March, 2000 he was ordained Bishop and appointed Auxiliary Bishop, Archdiocese of Boston, South Region. Bishop Malone was installed as Bishop of Portland, Maine on March 31, 2004. He is a member and immediate past Chair of the Bishops Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis for the United states Conference of Catholic Bishops .

The keynote address will be ASL interpreted. Two weeks notice is needed to provide interpreters for the workshops.

SESSION I: 1:15-2:15

Sunday Mornings – Grade 2 – 9:00-10:00
John Collins: Retired principal; Education Consultant; Catechist Trainer; Sadlier Consultant
OK…I’m trying…but with 10 students, I really don’t know if I’m getting the most from my class time. How do I accomplish the goals of the lesson, manage students, AND get them involved…with only one hour? Participants will receive a wealth of management and organizational tips, strategies, ideas and activities for success in the religious education classroom.

Spirituality of the Catechist
Cynthia Giardina: Spiritual Director
As a catechist you do so much to nurture the faith lives of your students. But how do you nourish the Spirit of Light within you? How do you encourage and grow your own faith life and friendship with God? This workshop will explore some traditional practices including lectio divina - praying with Scripture; meditation; Ignatian Spirituality; and spiritual direction. Practical suggestions and resources will be offered as well as opportunity for prayerful reflection and sharing.

Engaged Parents Equal Engaged Children: The art of partnering with parents in the faith formation process.
Diahne Goodwin, Director of Faith Formation, Saint Catherine of Alexandrai Parish, Westford; Pastoral Associate, Saint Elizabeth of Hungary Parish, Acton
We all know it is important to have committed and involved parents and that parents are the “first and primary educators” of their children. But what does that mean in practical terms for religious educators? We will explore concrete ways to invite parents into participation, help them connect with their children in a parish/classroom setting, and continue the process as a family at home.

Holy Childhood Association: Creating a Missionary Spirit in the Hearts of Children
Maureen Crowley Heil: Director of Programs and Development, Holy Childhood Association
Through Baptism, Catholics are called to share their gift of faith with others and be a part of the worldwide mission of the Church. The Holy Childhood Association (HCA) offers young Catholics an opportunity to grow in their faith through mission education, sacrifice and service to others. Age-appropriate materials and activities, prayers and mission stories will be shared and demonstrated.

Sharing the Bible with Teens
Marjorie (Peg) Hicks: Pastoral Associate, Saint Catherine of Alexandria Parish, Westford
Reading and understanding the Sacred Scriptures can sometimes seem intimidating to teenagers (as well as adults!). With a few simple interpretive tools, catechists, youth ministers, and homilists can make the Bible more accessible, open up the powerful messages of the Word of God, and encourage renewed love and awe for the Bible.

Supporting Adult Faith Formation, The Stirring in Our Hearts
Dr. Aldona Lingertat: Director, Master of Arts in Ministry Program, TINE, St. John’s Seminary
The world cries out for God, though sometimes muffled. The Holy reaches out to us and our hearts stir. Our desire to learn more about God and the riches of our faith tradition deepens when as adults we seek meaning in our lives. Seeking and learning in a prayerful faith community can be powerful and transformative. How can our parishes support adult faith formation that addresses the whole person? This presentation will draw on insights from adult educational theory to support the faith formation of our adults.

End of Life vs. Ending Life: Church Teaching and Public Policy on Physician Assisted Suicide
Marianne Luthin, Director, Prof-Life Office, Archdiocese of Boston, and Matthew O’Brien, M. Ed
The workshop will present an overview of Church teaching on end of life issues with an emphasis on helping catechetical leaders better understand and communicate these teachings to parishioners.

~~How Can Virtues Improve Your Reconciliation Catechesis?~~ CANCELLED
Anne Marie Mahoney: Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation, Saint Julia Parish, Weston/Lincoln
Virtue ethics can be a powerful and positive approach to Reconciliation catechesis for all ages. Explore how to use the parable of the Good Samaritan, life experiences, and the virtues of love, mercy, kindness and compassion to inform, form and transform Reconciliation for children, adolescents and adults.

Religious Education for Children and Youth with Different Learning Abilities
Patricia Marks: DRE St. Michael Parish, Bedford
All children are welcome! We are called to bring the message of Jesus’ love to all. This workshop will present hands-on activities for teaching the faith to children with different learning abilities, such as autism, Down syndrome, and others. The presentation will highlight a curriculum where the students are taught in small groups, visually, through stories, flannel board, and other activities

The Mass is Boring? No Way! We've Got to Talk!
Fr. Dan O’Connell: Pastor, Saint Joseph Parish, West End; Host, Catholic TV: We’ve Got to Talk
In an age of sound bites and 10 second images how can we bring our children to appreciate and love the Mass as the source and summit of our Catholic life? You don’t have to have a teaching Mass to teach the Mass. Learn how to explain the Mass in your classes to make it come alive for your students.

A One Day Confirmation Retreat That Lasts a Lifetime
Patricia O’Connor, Julie Pantazelos and Fr. Ron Coyne: DRE, RE Assistant, Pastor
Assemble your own parish intergenerational team to develop a one day Confirmation Retreat for your High School students while at the same time involving parents. This retreat would include icebreakers, witness talks, activities, discussions and Scripture followed by a youth Mass.

Philosophy, Method and Madness: Working with Middle School Youth (repeated in Session II)
Regina O’Connor: Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry
Working with Middle School Youth calls for energy and creativity. Come ready to start your creative juices flowing and add some quick ideas for activities with this age group, classroom strategies and just plain fun while sharing faith, exploring the bible and church history.

Blueprint for Success: Effective Lesson-Planning (repeated in Session II)
Ms Barbara Ramian: Associate Director, Office of Religious Education, Diocese of Worcester
This workshop will walk you through a step-by-step process for planning effective lessons. It will examine the elements of lesson-planning including long-range and immediate planning, goals and objectives, and catechetical process.

When Storytelling Becomes Prayer
Jaye Russo, Director of Religious Education, graduate of Loyola Prayer Partners program
This workshop is designed to guide catechists to comfortably lead children in reflective prayer using Scripture and children’s literature. You will also experience ways of praying traditional Catholic prayers that captivate the minds and hearts of children and adults alike! When we know how to talk with God, it’s easy for us to walk with God!

Remembering the Master Story: Passover and the Paschal Mystery (repeated in Session II)
Celia Sirois: Instructor of Sacred Scripture
As many catechists incorporate elements of the Jewish seder in their curriculum, this presentation will describe the right relation between Passover and the Paschal Mystery and suggest strategies for making the connection between the Jewish and Christian master stories in a way that does justice to both.

Teaching Teens Respect for Life
Linda Thayer: Vice President for Educational Affairs, Mass. Citizens for Life
Methods and materials will be presented to assist the catechist in teaching teenagers respect for life and respect for love. Topics will include Scripture and Life issues, human development, God’s plan for man and woman, the myth of ‘safe sex’ and the meaning of love.

Faith Formation for a Media Generation (repeated in Session II)
Sr. Christina M. Wegendt, FSP: Acquisitions Editor, Pauline Books & Media
Grab some popcorn and join us as we explore the media world in which we live, breathe, and hand on the Faith. Learn how the principles of media mindfulness give you and your students the tools you need to make wise, healthy, and holy media choices.

Characteristics of Autism and Implications for the Classroom
Catherine Boyle: Author, St. Mary’s Curriculum for Students with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities.
1 in 110 children (1 in 70 boys) have autism. Teaching techniques suited to students with autism are generally successful for all students. We will explore the characteristics of autism and their implications for the classroom.

“Misunderstandings About Mary – and How to Correct Them”
James J. Drummey: President, C.R. Publications
Though she is the most admired woman of all time, there are still questions about the Virgin Mary – about her marriage, her perpetual virginity, her Immaculate Conception and Assumption, prayers and devotions to her, and her appearances on earth. This workshop will clear up any confusion about this holy woman and her indispensable role in salvation history.

RCIA for Children
Mary Eisenhaure: RCIA Director, St. Mary of the Assumption, Hull
This workshop explores welcoming and initiating children from ages 7-18: how to share our faith and prepare children to receive the sacraments of initiation. Which children belong in the RCIA? What to do with Catholic baptized but uncatechized children? With children already baptized in another faith? With those from no faith background? Come discuss special circumstances.

The Heart of the New Evangelization Must Beat Within our Catechesis
Pat Gohn: Writer, podcaster, catechist (MA Theology)
The new evangelization calls for a new ardor and new methods for bringing Christ to the world. This talk presents the big picture of the call of the new evangelization. (The 2012 Synod in Rome will focus on it.) Plus it will offer suggestions for what you can do in your personal life and ministry to become an evangelizing catechist.

Children and Grief: Crisis or Opportunity
Fran Hauck: Pastoral Associate/DRE at Holy Name Parish, West Roxbury and has developed programs for communities and parishes in the Archdiocese.
Death is a crisis which can be shared by all members of the family. It can be a time of crisis – where the children may be emotionally overwhelmed or a time of opportunity when by mastering the crisis, children will gain new emotional strengths. In this workshop we will briefly explore a child’s experience with mourning, the tasks of grieving for children, and offer suggestions of ways to talk to children about death . Participants will be encouraged to share their experiences of dealing with children and death.

First “Thanksgiving”: Eucharist for All
Marie A. Kopf: Director of Religious Education, Saint Patrick Parish, Stoneham
This workshop will provide you with practical ideas for your First Eucharist classes. Learn how to present a “bread” workshop to second graders. Resources and tools will be given to help you engage parents to become partners in the sacramental preparation of their children.

Pathways to Adult Faith Formation
Ken Meltz: Director of Faith Formation, Holy Family, Concord
The presentation will mention and explore various pathways to adult faith formation in a parish setting. Participants will be invited to share and discus adult faith formation opportunities from their own parish and life.

Philosophy, Method and Madness: Working with Middle School Youth
Regina O’Connor: Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry
Working with Middle School Youth calls for energy and creativity. Come ready to start your creative juices flowing and add some quick ideas for activities with this age group, classroom strategies and just plain fun while sharing faith, exploring the bible and church history.

Blueprint for Success: Effective Lesson-Planning
Ms Barbara Ramian: Associate Director, Office of Religious Education, Diocese of Worcester
This workshop will walk you through a step-by-step process for planning effective lessons. It will examine the elements of lesson-planning including long-range and immediate planning, goals and objectives, and catechetical process.

Remembering the Master Story: Passover and the Paschal Mystery
Celia Sirois: Instructor of Sacred Scripture
As many catechists incorporate elements of the Jewish seder in their curriculum, this presentation will describe the right relation between Passover and the Paschal Mystery and suggest strategies for making the connection between the Jewish and Christian master stories in a way that does justice to both.

Mayhem or Mystery: Catholic Parenting at the Dinner Table (or in the car!)
Susan Stuart: Associate Director for Faith Formation
As religious educators, we are all aware of the many challenges in catechizing today’s families. This workshop will explore current research, ideas, and innovations and identify potential ways to support parents in bringing the Catholic faith to the dinner table, soccer field and beyond. Recognizing the mystery of God’s presence through parenting, especially in the mayhem of daily life.

Faith Formation for a Media Generation
Sr. Christina M. Wegendt, FSP: Acquisitions Editor, Pauline Books & Media
Grab some popcorn and join us as we explore the media world in which we live, breathe, and hand on the Faith. Learn how the principles of media mindfulness give you and your students the tools you need to make wise, healthy, and holy media choices.

“Lord, Teach us to Pray:” The Discipline of Prayer
Fr. Matt Williams: Director of the Office for New Evangelization
Our culture thrives on emotion, and often uses it as a way to make judgments. Love is often described by the emotions one “feels” for another, and faith is commonly judged by the closeness one “feels” with God. Thus a critical error in thought could emerge: “if I don’t have feelings, then I don’t have love and I don’t have faith!” Nothing could be further from the truth. Teaching young people the discipline of prayer will free and empower them to a higher form of love and practice of faith. This workshop will present the effective ways we can mentor young people in the discipline of prayer.

Adult Faith Formation

Supporting Adult Faith Formation, The Stirring in Our Hearts
Dr. Aldona Lingertat: Director, Master of Arts in Ministry Program, TINE, St. John’s Seminary
The world cries out for God, though sometimes muffled. The Holy reaches out to us and our hearts stir. Our desire to learn more about God and the riches of our faith tradition deepens when as adults we seek meaning in our lives. Seeking and learning in a prayerful faith community can be powerful and transformative. How can our parishes support adult faith formation that addresses the whole person? This presentation will draw on insights from adult educational theory to support the faith formation of our adults.

End of Life Issues
Marianne Luthin, Director, Prof-Life Office, Archdiocese of Boston

Philosophy, Method and Madness: Working with Middle School Youth
Regina O’Connor: Director of Religious Education and Youth Ministry
Working with Middle School Youth calls for energy and creativity. Come ready to start your creative juices flowing and add some quick ideas for activities with this age group, classroom strategies and just plain fun while sharing faith, exploring the bible and church history.

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults: Embracing the Rite
Marie C. Buckley: Pastoral Associate
What does RCIA look like in your parish? Resources abound. Timelines give a greater sense of control. Classes attend to all the Catholic questions. So what’s missing? This workshop will provide some reflection on what it means to choose a pastoral implementation of the Rite of Christian Initiation for your parish. As time permits, we will consider the ultimate goal of RCIA, the process of discernment, and the life-giving power of the liturgical rites.

How Can Virtues Improve Your Reconciliation Catechesis?
Anne Marie Mahoney: Pastoral Associate for Faith Formation, Saint Julia Parish, Weston/Lincoln
Virtue ethics can be a powerful and positive approach to Reconciliation catechesis for all ages. Explore how to use the parable of the Good Samaritan, life experiences, and the virtues of love, mercy, kindness and compassion to inform, form and transform Reconciliation for children, adolescents and adults.

Registration:

Register early, space is limited! Fee: $40.00 per person. Because luncheon is included, the fee must accompany the registration and there will be NO registration at the door.
Click here to download the Congress Registration Form

Recursos pedagógicos na catequese (repeated Session II)
Assessora: Ir. Natividade Pereira – fsp
Dinamizar os encontros com recursos para estimular a criatividade na catequese é fazer com que o processo de aprendizagem seja mais dinâmico e agradável.

Leitura orante da Bíblia na catequese
Assessora: Ir. Líria Grade – fsp
Catequizar é fazer ecoar a Boa-Nova de Jesus Cristo. Na catequese adaptamos o método da leitura orante, criando um rito, que deseja ajudar os catequizandos a aprofundar a fé, a se familiarizarem com o texto bíblico, e terem uma maior participação nos encontros catequéticos.

Dinâmicas na catequese
Assessora: Ir. Líria Grade – fsp
Estimular o aprofundamento da fé por meio de símbolos, brincadeiras, músicas para que o catequizando entre em um caminho contínuo de discipulado e seguimento de Jesus.

Register early, space is limited! Fee: $40.00 per person. Because luncheon is included, the fee must accompany the registration and there will be NO registration at the door.
Click here to download the Congress Registration Form

7:30-8:30        Llegada. Inscripciones. Compra de materiales
8:30-10:30     Eucaristía y Reconocimientos
10:45 -11:45   Primera sesión de talleres
12:00- 1:00    Conferencia Central
1:00- 1:45      Almuerzo
1:45- 2:45      Segunda sesión de talleres
3:00- 4:00      Conferencia Síntesis

CONFERENCIA CENTRAL – 12:00 - 1:00
Rev. Ricardo González
"Haced esto en conmemoración mía".

Reflexionemos en el proyecto eucarístico de Jesús como donación de su propia vida en la conformación de una comunidad de hermanos en Él y como programa de vida de la Iglesia y de nosotros, discípulos suyos. De cómo pasar de celebrar la Eucaristía a ser Eucaristía: pan partido y compartido para que otros tengan vida.

Rev. Ricardo González, Sacerdote diocesano de Zamora, México, Tiene una licenciatura en Teología Dogmática por la Pontificia Universidad Gregoriana en Roma y un doctorado en Boston College School of Theology and Ministry en 2010. Al presente es Profesor de Teología en el Seminario de Zamora y profesor invitado en la Universidad Pontificia de México. Ha trabajado en la Arquidiócesis de Boston con las Comunidades Hispanas y ha sido profesor del Instituto de Formación de Laicos

Talleres

La Renovación Carismática Católica y la Palabra de Dios.
Rev. Francisco Anzoátegui.
Director del Apostolado Hispano de La Arquidiócesis de Boston. Párroco de San Esteban en Framingham. Profesor del Instituto de Formación de Laicos.
La espiritualidad de la Renovación Carismática Católica tiene sus raíces en la Palabra de Dios. Descubramos los principios bíblicos que iluminan dicha espiritualidad.

La civilización del amor, fruto de la paz y la justicia.
Mercedes Castillo, CMS Misionera Comboniana.
Ha trabajado en África, Zambia, acompañando en el catecumenado a los que pedían ser católicos y también en España, coordinando RICA para emigrantes. Estudia una doble maestría en Pastoral y Psicología.
Este taller tiene como fin promover los valores cristianos del amor y la justicia en el seno de la familia. Habrá un espacio para analizar, desde ejemplos prácticos, como promover estos valores en las relaciones de género, es decir en las relaciones humanas que nos implican a todos.

La oración, el mejor camino para encontrar a Dios.
Rev. Carlos Flor.
Vicario Parroquial en la Iglesia de la Inmaculada Concepción, Revere, MA.
Es evidente la sed de Dios que tiene el mundo que nos rodea. Ayudar a descubrir la riqueza de la oración y encontrar ese camino privilegiado en el que Dios amor se hace presente, cambia la vida.

Catequesis para adolescentes. Un reto y una promesa.
Daisy Gómez y Rev. Víctor Hugo Miranda SJ.
Daisy, experta en temas catequéticos, es conocida en la Arquidiócesis de Boston por sus charlas y su colaboración en los Programas Catequéticos de la Arquidiócesis. Profesora del Instituto de Formación de Laicos
Víctor Hugo, sirve a la Comunidad Hispana de San Benito (Somerville). Es profesor del Instituto de Formación de Laicos. Actualmente estudia una Licenciatura Canónica en Teología Sistemática en BC.
“Hijo, ¿ por qué has hecho esto?. Tu padre y yo hemos estado muy angustiados mientras te buscábamos “. Como María, muchas veces, padres y educadores sufrimos la sorpresa de las actitudes de nuestros jóvenes. Si sabemos escucharles y entenderles hayaremos caminos para ayudarles.

El desafío de educar en la fe a la juventud de hoy
Rev. José Medina
STL Teología, Universitá Urbaniana, Roma, Italia, Master en Education, Harvard University. Principal de Cristo Rey Boston High School. Ayuda en la Comunidad de la Sagrada Familia de Dorchester.
En este taller reflexionaremos sobre los desafíos que los jóvenes de hoy en día encuentran para poder verificar la fe y poder abrazar la propuesta cristiana con toda su racionalidad y belleza.

La Eucaristía, fuerza e inspiración para las familias.
Enrique Méndez.
Asistente Pastoral en la Parroquia de San Esteban en Framingham. Coordinador de la Escuela de Formación de Servidores Hispanos de la Renovación Carismática y profesor del Instituto de Formación de Laicos.
Partiendo de las bases teológicas sobre la Eucaristía, se ofrecerán algunas ideas prácticas, de modo concreto y aplicable pastoralmente, que nos preparen para ayudar a las familias a vivir de modo más provechoso la experiencia eucarística.

La Iglesia y las iglesias. ¿Cuál es mi Iglesia?.
Rev. Terence Moran.
Párroco de la Parroquia de Santa Rosa de Lima en Chelsea. Profesor del Instituto de Formación de Laicos.
Cada iglesia dice que es la verdadera. Cada iglesia dice que Cristo la fundó. ¿Quiénes son católicos?. ¿Quiénes son cristianos?. En esta charla haremos un breve repaso de la historia de la Iglesia Católica desde los tiempos de Jesús y estudiaremos la complicada relación entre la Iglesia y otras comunidades cristianas.

Los dones que Dios me da.
Rev. Alejandro Olayo SJ.
Sacerdote mejicano que trabaja con la Comunidad de Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles en Roxbury . Profesor del Instituto de Formación de Laicos. Actualmente estudia un programa en Teología Sistemática en Boston College.
Acojamos estos dones como el camino que Dios nos traza para el servicio. Descubrir, agradecer, actuar es empresa de todo evangelizador.

Nuestros encuentros con los más pequeños: aprender, orar y ser feliz
Maribelle Ortiz
Maribelle trabaja en el Programa de Educación Religiosa de la Parroquia de San Patricio en Brockton.
Tiene una Licenciatura en Educación. Es graduada del Instituto de Formación de Laicos y colabora en Programas Catequéticos Diocesanos
En este taller vamos a ofrecer técnicas que ayuden a los catequistas de los primeros niveles a preparar encuentros con Jesús a través de la enseñanza y la oración que resulten muy atractivos para los pequeños y que les hagan sentirse felices.

Soy una obra de Dios, ÚNICA E IRREPETIBLE. (Autoestima)
Magalie Rowe-Torres.
Doctora en Community Economic Development por Southern New Hampshire University. Ha sido Profesora en Universidades Católicas de Jesuitas en Perú, México y EEUU. Ha hecho trabajo Pastoral en Diócesis de Perú, México y New Hampshire por más de 30 años. Actualmente es la Coordinadora de Pastoral Juvenil Hispana en la Parroquia de San Antonio. Everett, MA.
“Amarás al Señor tu Dios con todo tu corazón” “el segundo es semejante a éste: Amarás a tu prójimo como a ti mismo”.
(Mateo 22:37-39)
¿Me amo yo como amo a mis hermanos/as? ¿Enseño a los niños y a los jóvenes a amar a los demás en la misma forma que se aman ellos mismos? Analizaremos caminos para lograr estas metas.

"Lavarse los pies unos a otros" (Juan 13:14)
Rev. Alvaro Silva
Doctor en Teología Sistemática. Enseña en el Instituto de Formación de Laicos. Profesor del Programa de Diaconado Permanente. Ayuda en las distintas Comunidades Hispanas de la Arquidiócesis.
El cuarto evangelio no tiene un relato eucarístico antes de la Pasión sino el largo discurso de despedida que empieza con la imagen de Jesús lavando los pies de sus discípulos para que ellos a su vez se laven los pies unos a otros.
En este taller exploraremos con detalle la Eucaristía como unión con Jesús hecha real en el servicio a la comunidad, la única garantía o salvaguardia contra el doble peligro del sentimentalismo religioso y del engaño piadoso.

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