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June 3, 2016In This Issue...
Message From Gary Plan for Catechetical SundayOffice of Catechesis & Youth Ministry News The Finish Line RecapUpcoming Events Catechetical Calendar Reach Out, Reach In Forming the Catechetical Spirit Advanced Program Family PerspectivesArchdiocese News Year of Mercy Nazareth Family Day Fall Leadership DayResources Textbook and Material Exchange Publicize your Summer Activities for Catholic KidsFrom Our Friends Catechesis of the Good Shepherd TrainingSave the Date St. John Bosco Youth Day WDREF Conference NCCYM Net Ministries 2017 Retreats InterMISSION Gigs, Geeks & God Wisconsin Catholic Youth Rally District Meetings
Message from Gary
Plan for Catechetical Sunday, September 18, 2016 Have you begun preparing for Catechetical Sunday? This year’s theme is “Prayer: the Faith Prayed,” highlighting one our core tasks as catechists – to help teachour people to pray with Christ. Catechetical Sunday is a day to draw attention to the role that each member ofthe Church plays in passing on the faith, and in particular, to affirm the special role of catechists in our parishcommunities.
Here are four ways to help Catechetical Sunday bear fruit in your parish:
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1. Commission your catechists at Sunday Mass2. Affirm them with a symbol or gift3. Extend the theme through the year4. Pray, Study and Reflect on the theme for yourself
How will you recognize and bless your catechists?A Commissioning Service is available on our website. While it is important to recognize all the people whohelp pass on the faith, Catechetical Sunday is an opportunity to highlight the particular ministry of parishcatechists. We recommend that every parish commission or bless their catechists at Sunday Mass. Call themforward, express appreciation, and ask God’s blessing on them as you begin the year. Will you give a gift or symbol to your catechists?A simple gift is a token of affirmation and a reminder to each catechist of the importance of their ministry inthe parish. Consider giving a prayer journal, a book, a catechist pin, or a specially made symbol. For itemsrelated to the theme of Prayer, check these:
Catechist Certificates, Prayer Cards – USCCB Catechist Journal, special lapel pins – JPII Resources
How can the theme of Prayer enrich your family gatherings, youth events, catechist sessions, oradult formation during the year?The US Bishops offer a variety of readymade resources, including bulletin inserts, seasonal reflections, inservice sessions, or a family day of prayer. Visit the Catechetical Sunday website Will you take time to reflect or enrich your own prayer life as you lead others deeper in prayer?Take time to study. Read up on the Catholic approach to prayer in Part IV of the Catechism. Or check thearticles available from the USCCB , including “When You Pray, Open Your App” or “The Ancient Practice ofLectio Divina.” And pray…pray for your parish, your catechists, your families…and listen for God’s voice inprayer.
Office of Catechesis & Youth Ministry News
The Finish Line an End ofYear Gathering forall DREs and DYMsThe Finish Line, an end of the year gathering for DREs & DYMs,
was held on Tuesday, May 17, 2016 St. Peter Claver Parish in
Sheboygan . Over 50 DREs & DYMs gathered to look back on the
year of ministry, to learn, and to share with colleagues and
friends. A big thank you to the members of SCORE, the
Sheboygan County Organization of Religious Educators, for
hosting the celebration.
Upcoming Events
Download the Catechesis & Youth Ministry Office Calendar to stay up todate on events.
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Reach Out, Reach InJuly 1015, 2016
Dominican High School
Reach Out Reach In is a summer service week sponsored by the Archdiocese of
Milwaukee for teens aged 15 through 18, who have completed 9th grade and who
want to be involved in direct service and social action. This year’s program
features 14 wonderful worksites including the Urban Ecology Center and Hunger
Task Force Farm, which are both new this year. We also have a new home site,
Dominican High School this year. Last but not least, we have two enthusiastic
directors and a faithful staff of adults to lead work site groups as well challenge
and enlighten the hearts of youth.
What we need are.... more youth!!! Yes, we still have openings.Please encourage the youth in your parish to register for Reach Out Reach In. The program is local and is agreat experience for teens as many teens make lasting friendships. The cost is reasonable ($235) andscholarships are available. To download the registration flyer, click here. If you have any questions, please call or email Mary Osep,(414)5454316 or [email protected]
Forming the Catechetical Spirit Advanced CertificationSeptember MaySt. Mary Catholic Church
The Forming the Catechetical Spirit Advanced program will begin on September 17,2016. This 9 session program will meet from 8:30am Noon and will feature avariety of topics. The objectives of the program is to: support ongoing spiritualmaturity; expand theological knowledge and understandings; and develop creativeand effective catechetical methods. The program fee is $75. Click here for moreinformation
Family PerspectivesOctober 20, 20169:00am 2:30pmCousins Center
Family Perspectives is a comprehensive approach to support your efforts tointegrate family ministry in your parish! After you attend the one day workshopto review the latest research and Church teaching on ministering to and engagingfamilies in faith, there will be an individualized followup for your parish.Parishes that participate will receive 4 to 6 hours of onsite support to offer
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guidance and resources to make your family ministry come alive and be moremeaningful in your community.To find out more and to register, click here
Archdiocese News
Year of Mercy Focus for June 2016: Forgive Offenses Willingly and Bear WrongsPatientlyPope Francis has declared a Jubilee Year of Mercy to begin on December 8, 2015 and continue through
November 20, 2016. Catholics throughout the archdiocese are invited to practice the Works of Mercy
throughout this Jubilee Year. For June we focus on two Spiritual Works of Mercy: “Forgive Offenses Willingly
and Bear Wrongs Patiently.” Take these Mercy Actions throughout the month: Reflect on who has hurt you, ask
God to bring you healing, and pray for the wellbeing of those who have harmed you.
Nazareth Family Day at Holy Hill July 10, 2016
Basilica of Holy Hill National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians
The annual Nazareth Family Day at Holy Hill will be held on Sunday, July 10th,
2016. The day begins with confessions at 11:30, Mass at 12:30 and a large BBQ
with games and outdoor activities all afternoon. Some of the attractions will be
bouncy houses, a rock climbing wall, relay races, face painting and more! Click on
the flyer for more information.
Archdiocesan Leadership GatheringSeptember 30 or October 1, 2016
Archbishop Cousins Center
Online registration is now available for the Leadership Gatherings entitled, AVision for the Future: Evangelization and the Sunday Mass that will be heldfrom 8:30 am–12:30 pm on Friday, September 30 and repeated on Saturday,October 1, 2016 at the Cousins Center. You are invited to attend one or the other gathering that will include prayer, areflection from Archbishop Listecki, keynote presentation, workshops and lunch. The schedule for the day, workshop descriptions and registration informationcan be found by clicking here. The program will build upon the recently releasedresource, A Vision for the Future: Evangelization and the Sunday Mass.
Resources
Textbook and Material ExchangeDoes your parish have religion texts and manuals you are no longer using? Offer them to other parishes forsale or donate them. The Office of Catechesis & Youth Ministry has a Textbook & Materials Exchange webpage. To list your materials, email [email protected] with item and contact information.
Looking for materials for your program? Visit the Textbook and Material Exchange. If you see something youcan use, contact the offering parish directly.
Publicize your Summer Activities for Catholic KidsWill your parish be offering a Vacation Bible School (VBS) for young children? Will you have a summerprogram for teens? Expand your publicity by listing your programs on the archdiocesan website. By listingyour program on the archdiocesan website, you get free publicity which means new families may connect with
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your program and you are contributing to the combined effort of proudly publicizing the many summeropportunities offered by Catholic parishes.
Click here to find instructions on how to post events. Don't forget to tag the event by selecting 'vacation bibleschool' and/or 'summer youth program'.
From our friends . . .
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd TrainingJuly 2530, 2016
St. Paul Parish
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a method of faith formation that helps young
children grow in their relationship with God through a deep engagement with
Scripture and the liturgy. Inspired by the Montessori method of education, CGS
offers a sacred “handson” space called an ‘atrium,’ in which the children and
their catechists can hear, ponder, and celebrate the most essential mysteries of
the Catholic faith. Catechist training for Level I (ages 36) will be offered July
25th—30th, 2016 at St. Paul Parish, Genesee Depot. Download the flyer for
details
Save The Date
St. John Bosco Youth DayOctober 1, 2016Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians at Holy Hill Save the Date to attend the 16th St. John Bosco Youth Day. This year’s
theme is “Prodigal,” recalling Jesus’ parable of the Father’s great mercy..." The Father saw him and had compassion, and ran and embracedhim and kissed him." The daylong event promises to be spirituallyfruitful, with inspirational speakers, heartfilled prayer and faithful fun,as young Catholics come together to celebrate our Catholic faith. Eachyear, hundreds of youth from throughout Wisconsin’s five diocesesgather to show their faith in Jesus Christ. Share this experience with the youth you serve! You can register your
group on the Holy Hill website at www.holyhill.com or call Holy Hill at
2626281838.
WDREF Biennial ConventionNovember 911, 2016Osthoff Resort, Elkhart Lake WI The 2016 WDREF Biennial Convention “The Heavens Proclaim God’sGlory,” will be held November 9 – 11, 2016 at the Osthoff Resort inElkhart Lake WI. The convention will explore the rich and exciting waysin which the realms of science and faith are intersecting today, and howthis interplay informs faith formation in the 21st century. For moreinformation, visit the WDREF website.
2016 National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry(NCCYM)
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December 13, 2016
San Jose, CA
Participants from the Archdiocese of Milwaukee receive a $20 discount on
registration because we are an affiliated archdiocese. To find out more,watch the promotional video and be sure to visit the NCCYM website. If youare planning to attend NCCYM, let Gary Pokorny know. We can help younetwork with others from the Archdiocese who will be attending. You mightwant to get together for a meal there, arrange to share a hotel room, or justwant to know who else is going.
NET Ministries 20162017 Booking Information
The National Evangelization Team is scheduled to serve Archdiocese Milwaukee December 2 – 4, 2016 and
January 17 February 16, 2017. Click here for information on NET retreats and fees or to schedule a retreat for
your parish or school, contact coordinator Debbie Olla at [email protected] or 4147884301.
InterMISSIONJanuary 7, 2017St. Katherine Drexel
InterMISSION is an evening of relevant Catholic teaching, EucharisticAdoration, and Praise & Worship. Youth in eighth through twelfth gradeare invited to take a break from from their hectic schedules and reconnectwith Our Lord. InterMISSION is an opportunity for youht to ‘unbusy’themselves for two hours – to focus on something that’s bigger thanthem: the church gathered and Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
Gigs, Geeks & GodJanuary 19, 2017Our Lady of Lourdes
This conference on technology, faith formation and parish ministries will feature akeynote speaker, workshops, a “quick fire” session, exhibitors, and ample time forsharing ideas with experts and colleagues.
The word is out...
The Wisconsin Catholic Youth Rally isrenewed and better than ever!
Join us March 18 & 19, 2017 for a day full of: ·
Powerful Worship
Relevant Breakout Sessions
Joyful Community
Gracefilled Sacraments
Get Anchored. Encounter Christ.
District Meetings
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