sponsored by:  Catholic Education Ministries of  Central Maryland, Archdiocese of Baltimore
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Cost: 
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Cost includes continental breakfast and lunch.

7:45-8:30AM 

Participant Arrival, registration, continental breakfast            
Patriot Hall - McGowan Student Center  - Main Campus

The Way Forward for Catechesis
Mr. Ed Gordon
As catechists we are like the disciples sent out by the
Lord to proclaim God's coming Kingdom. Like them, we encounter challenges along the Way. As Jesus sends us out on mission today, what guidance do we need to be effective?  

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Mr. Ed Gordon is currently the Secretary for Catholic Education and the Director of Religious Education in Wilmington
 

Presider at Prayer: 
Most Rev. W. Francis Malooly 
Auxiliary Bishop for the Western Vicariate

Bishop W. Francis Malooly was ordained an Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Baltimore on March 1, 2001. He serves as Western Vicar for the 38 parishes and six missions in Allegany, Carroll, Frederick, Garrett, Howard, and Washington counties in Maryland, and as Moderator of the Curia and Vicar General.

Bishop Malooly has served the Archdiocese in numerous capacities throughout his 37 years of ordained ministry. In addition to parish assignments, he served as Administrator at the CYO Retreat House (now Monsignor O'Dwyer Retreat House) in Sparks, Maryland, Director of Clergy Personnel for the Archdiocese, and Chancellor.

In April of 1999, Bishop Malooly was awarded the President's Medal by St. Mary's Seminary & University for his long service to the school and to the people, priests, and bishops of the Archdiocese of Baltimore.  In 2006 he received the Cardinal Shehan Award given by the Archdiocesan Youth Office.  On May 21, 2006 he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate in Humane Letters by Mount Saint Mary's University in Emmitsburg.

10:15-10:30AM

Break

1 The Way Forward: A Conversation with Leaders

Mr. Ed Gordon
Following up on his keynote, Ed Gordon will discuss some of the implications for parish and school leaders. What can we do now to set future directions for catechesis and youth ministry?

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2 Saints for the Future
Rev. Vincent O'Malley
The Catholic Church experiences a new spirituality about every three hundred years, led by the saints. What will be the next spirituality? Fr. O’Malley, author of five books on the saints, presents his vision for the future saints: their principles, personalities and spiritualities.

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3 Family Ties: Restricting Growth or Providing Lifelines
Kristen Witte
Does the way your family handles conflict affect how you handle conflict?  Do you openly communicate or are some things “unsaid”? How do those patterns play out at home, at school, at work? A look at principles of family systems theory and how to strengthen relationships.
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Kristin Witte serves as the Coordinator of Pastoral Care for the Archdiocese of Baltimore Division of Youth and Young Adult Ministry.  Kristin presently holds three Masters degrees and is currently a student at Catholic University of America where she is pursuing a Doctorate in Ministry. Kristin and her husband Andrew just celebrated their seventh wedding anniversary.                                  

4 The Way Forward: Discipleship
Mr. D. Scott Miller
Discipleship is the way forward for those who claim to be followers of the Master. Somewhere along the path, we might have fooled ourselves into believing that the path of discipleship does not require much. Yet, the way forward is an uphill climb and demands that we take up the Cross. Let us be on our way!

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D. Scott Miller is the Coordinator for Adolescent Faith Formation for the Division of Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the Archdiocese of Baltimore. Scott re-joined the DYYAM staff in June 2005.  His responsibilities include the areas of adolescent catechesis and confirmation.  He served on the staff of the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, Inc. from 1999 to 2005 as director of membership services. His responsibilities included management of all aspects of the National Conference for Catholic Youth Ministry and the New Diocesan Directors' Institute. Other areas of responsibility included collaboration on adolescent catechesis document and collaboration with America's Promise, Catholic Relief Services, and True Love Waits. Scott has a Masters of Arts in Religious Education from Felician College in Lodi, NJ.

5 Connecting Kids with Prayer

Ms. Peg McEvoy
This workshop will focus on both foundations and fresh ideas about how we, as catechists, can help kids connect with prayer. We will also discuss how to make adaptations for different ages.

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Peggy McEvoy has a BA in Elementary Education from Purdue University and an MA in Pastoral Ministry from Boston College.  In her twenty years of professional lay ministry, she has served as both a university and high school campus minister, high school theology teacher, Confirmation coordinator and family-based religious education coordinator.  She has led groups ranging in size from four to 400 in prayer, reflection and faith activities.

6 Conversion and Christology in St. Augustine’s Confessions      
Ms. Renée Bhatia
Who do you say that I am?  St. Augustine, bishop, theologian, and Church Father, gives a personal account of discovering who Jesus is in his autobiographical work Confessions.  This workshop will explore Augustine’s story of conversion, and what Augustine can teach us for our own journey.  You may bring a copy of Confessions if you have it. 
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Renee Bhatia is a freelance writer and speaker.  She has worked in the catechetical ministry with children, youth, and adults on both a parish and diocesan level.  Renee holds a Masters of Divinity degree from Emory University.  She lives in northern Virginia with her husband and three children.

7 How to Foster Vocations in Your Catechetical Session

Rev. Gerard Francik
Vocations is the new not-to-be-talked-about subject.  This session will help you to mention the unmentionable.  How to talk to kids and young adults about priesthood, the consecrated life, marriage and single life.  It IS possible and you can do it.

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8 Creating Costumes from Everyday Things

Ms. Barbara Kyle
In this workshop you will get ideas on how to create simple, one-size-fits –all costumes and how to incorporate these in your lessons. Please bring: a pair of sharp scissors to cut material and a shopping bag to carry your costume home. Optional materials: a flat sheet (any size), pillow cases, tablecloths (none of these needs to be brand new).

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Barbara Kyle is a second grade teacher at St. John Regional Catholic School in Frederick, Maryland.  She is a member of St. Peter's in Libertytown where she has participated in doing sacramental and family workshops.

9 Discovering the Abilities in Learning Disabilities
Dr. Michelle Hickman
A key to success in working with children with learning disabilities is focusing on their strengths. A look at some of those strengths will point the way!

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10 The Creed: Do We Understand What We Profess?

Rev. Jim Donohue, CR
The Councils of Nicaea and Constantinople dealt with controversies about Jesus and the Holy Spirit.  Let’s explore how these controversies shaped phrases such as “true God from true God,” “one in being with the Father,” “eternally begotten of the Father,” and “begotten, not made.”   In addition, we will reflect on the meaning of such phrases as “the resurrection from the dead.”

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Fr. Jim Donohue is a Resurrectionist priest from Canada.  He is the Chair of the Theology department at Mount St. Mary's University where he has taught for thirteen years,. He is a systematic theologian and his publications are in the area of the rites for the sick, dying and deceased.  He coaches the Mount hockey team.

11 The Way Forward for Liturgy
Dr. Rodica Stoicoiu
In the face of recent changes, this workshop will examine the roots of the Vatican II liturgical reforms and explore the role that they play in the 21^st Century Church.CERT: Cat/YM=D

Rodica Stoicoiu is a graduate of The Catholic University of America and The University of Notre Dame.  A systematic theologian, her area of specialty is the theology of the liturgy.  Her current research interests include the relation of Trinitarian theology to Order and Eucharist, especially as these may be informed by a dialogue between the Roman Catholic and Orthodox traditions.

Dr. Stoicoiu is assistant professor of theology at Mount Saint Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland and director of liturgy for Saint Agnes Church in Shepherdstown, W.V.  She is married and lives in the Maryland countryside with her husband and a small pack of basset hounds.

12 Voices for Justice: Forming Youth to be Advocates
Ms. Allison Stone
Join us as we explore the connections between gospel living and advocacy. Learn practical tips to engage adolescents in speaking up for those less fortunate.
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13 Looking Back, Looking Forward: The Baltimore Catechism
Rev. Timothy Kulbicki OFM Conv
This presentation will trace the development of the Baltimore Catechism and its relevance in 20^th century America until Vatican Council II.
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14 Children & Divorce: How Divorce Impacts the Family
Ms. Lisa McCrohan, MA, LCSW-C, RYT
Many of the children you teach and work with are experiencing divorce. Learn how divorce impacts the family and practical tool you can utilize to minister to and nurture our learners.
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Lisa McCrohan holds master degrees in clinical social work and pastoral ministry from Boston College. She is a bilingual psychotherapist (Spanish and English) in private practice and at Catholic Charities where she works with children, adolescents and adults.  Her specialty is journeying with her clients to lead happy and healthy lives utilizing a strength-based approach and mindfulness techniques.

15 Catechesis and Conversion: Methods that Move Us
Ms. Renée Bhatia
A look at methods of catechesis that take seriously the task of delighting, motivating, and moving students towards ongoing conversion. We will consider catechesis as an oral art, the use of rhetoric and metaphor, and other ways to bring doctrine to life relevant to those we teach. This workshop is geared towards the experienced catechist or leader, and is appropriate for teaching all ages, including adults.
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Renee Bhatia is a freelance writer and speaker.  She has worked in the catechetical ministry with children, youth, and adults on both a parish and diocesan level.  Renee holds a Masters of Divinity degree from Emory University.  She lives in northern Virginia with her husband and three children.

16 Mary in the Scriptures, Part 1
Dr. Robert Miller
What do the Scriptures tell us about Mary? This session will look at what the Annunciation and Visitation tell us about Mary's role in the mystery of salvation and the life of the Church.
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Bob Miller has a Ph.D. in Old Testament from the University of Michigan. He has taught at Mount St. Mary's Seminary since 1999 and is currently chair of the department of Sacred Scripture. He is married, with four children, and belongs to St. Anthony Shrine Parish in Emmitsburg.

17 The Way Forward for Liturgical Music
Mr. Tom Booth
The Eucharistic liturgy is an encounter with the risen Jesus, a sacred experience that should leave us changed. We will look at the role of new and vintage music in the liturgy, and how we can strike a balance between the two, aiding the assembly's encounter of Jesus Christ.
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18 The Media "Gospel": Good News or Bad?
Ms. Margie Meyers
Contemporary movies, music and television shows contain both subtle and not-so-subtle messages about life, the human person, and even faith. Through examples, let’s consider how media affects us, and how we should respond as believers.
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19 The Art of the "Unfinished Disciple"
Ms. Sharon Bogusz
How do new and seasoned ministers discover the “signs” of God’s presence amid daily life?  How does a disciple appropriately speak about their personal experiences of God and faith? This session will explore the skills every “unfinished disciple” needs to know to connect faith and experience.
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Ms. Sharon A. Bogusz is the coordinator for Evangelization and Adult Catechesis for the Archdiocese of Baltimore.  Before coming to Baltimore, Sharon was the Director for Catholic Faith Formation at St. Richard Church in Pittsburgh, PA, serving as Master Catechist for the Catholic Diocese of Pittsburgh and adjunct faculty in Catechetics and liturgy at La Roche College in Allison Park, PA. 

Sharon holds a Master of Education degree in Religious Education from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, and a Master of Arts in Liturgical Studies from St. John’s University, Collegeville, MN.  Sharon is presently working on a Doctor of Ministry degree in Adult Spiritual Formation at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC.

20 Paper Bag Puppetry
Ms. Barbara Kyle
Add animation to your lessons through the use of puppets. We will create at least one paper bag puppet. Ideas/patterns for other puppets and their use will be shared. Materials to bring: scissors, glue, markers.

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21 "What do we need from the Church? What can we bring to the Church?"
Ms. Marissa Alspaugh and Teens
Take a refreshing journey inside the minds of our youth, as teens discuss their expectations and gifts for the future of the Church.  Session includes sharing by panel of youth, Q & A, and input from their youth minister.
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Marissa Alspaugh is a Frederick county native. She received her degree in Religious Education from St. Vincent College. Afterward she continued her education at Franciscan University of Steubenville where she received her masters degree in Theology and Christian Ministry with a specialization in Catechesis. After serving as the Steubenville Life Teen Director, she moved back to Frederick where she has served as the youth minister at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Walkersville for the last 2 1/2 years.  She is now the proud parent of a 6 month old son.

22 Strategies for Classroom Management of Persons with Special Needs
Mr. Bill Fleming
Let’s explore methods for engaging learners with special needs. Use music, movement, storytelling, role playing and more to draw out the gifts of special learners.

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Bill Fleming is Coordinator of Catechesis for Persons with Developmental Disabilities for the Archdiocese of Baltimore.  He has a M.A. degree in Education from Johns Hopkins University and over 20 years of catechist experience with persons with special needs.

23 Mary in the Scriptures, Part 2
Dr. Robert Miller
What do the Scriptures tell us about Mary? Let's examine Mary's presence at the Wedding Feast of Cana, the Crucifixion, and Pentecost, for insights into her place in Catholic life and theology.
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24 Finding Passion in Your Ministry

Ms. April Dietrich
What do you get while you're giving? Lean into the Lord's call to serve. Discern the role that ministry can and should play in your personal journey of conversion
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April began working in parish catechesis in 1991, in Syracuse, NY. She received ACC in 1998 from the Archdiocese of Baltimore, as an ARE at St. Athanasius Church in Curtis Bay, MD. She received her M.A. in Theology in 2002 from the Ecumenical Institute of Theology. She is currently the Director of Adult Catechesis at St. John the Evangelist Church in Frederick Maryland, a facilitator for the University of Dayton VLCFF online formation and workshop presenter in Central Maryland.

She is a member of the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership, NCCL, where she is the Parish Catechetical Leaders Forum Chair and is co-Chair of the Adult Faith Formation Committee.  A regular columnist in the Catechetical Leader Magazine, April was also a contributor to the Best Practices for Adult Faith Formation project of NCCL.

25 Saints for the Future (repeat of #2)
Rev. Vincent O'Malley
The Catholic Church experiences a new spirituality about every three hundred years, led by the saints. What will be the next spirituality? Fr. O’Malley, author of five books on the saints, presents his vision for the future saints: their principles, personalities and spiritualities.

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26 Care for the Sick and the Dying: What Role Do We Play?
Rev. Jim Donohue, CR
The sick and dying are in our homes, extended families, neighborhoods, and parishes.  This talk will you understand the many rites that the Church provides for lay people to meet the needs of the sick and dying.  Come for a clear understanding of the lay person’s particular role, plus resources available to help us minister to the sick and dying.

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27 The Eucharist: Feast Journey and Hope
Mr. Tony Tamberino
We have eaten the Bread of Life…so now what? The real presence of Christ in the Eucharist should also remind us of the real absence, our yearning for more to come in the Kingdom. In the words of Jesus, “come and see.”
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Mr. Tamberino appears courtesy of RCL - Benziger Publishers.

Tony Tamberino is currently themed-Atlantic Sales consultant for RCL-Benziger Publishers. He has been involved in catechetical and youth ministry for over 36 years. He is a frequent presenter in the Archdiocese of Baltimore and is a 5th volunteer catechist at St. John the Evangelist in Columbia.

28 The New Immigrants:
Who They Are & Their Place in Our Communities
Ms. Patricia Chiriboga-Roby
Learn more about our new parishioners and potential parishioners. What are they seeking? What opportunities and obstacles do they meet? What can help bridge divisions?
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The Catholic Education Ministries Center of Central Maryland provides ongoing support to the Catechetical Ministries of Carroll, Frederick, and Washington Counties. This includes training programs for leaders and volunteers in parishes and schools, plus consultation in all areas of catechesis.

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