CATECHETICAL WORKSHOP

Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges, Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau Spring 2025

Name: Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges, Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau Spring 2025
Start: 2025-03-19T08:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-03-19T16:00:00-04:00
Location: The Landing

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The Landing

110 Front St
Van Buren, MO 63965 United States

March 19, 2025

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Workshop Overview

Are trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion.

This Workshop blends scholar presentations with interactive pedagogical sessions, giving you a chance to explore content with a respected scholar, as well as explore and simulate practical teaching strategies with ready-to-use classroom materials. Share best practices and enjoy catered breakfast and lunch with your fellow Diocese of Springfield- Cape Girardeau Principals.

Registration for this event is being handled by the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau

Schedule

8:00-8:30am

Breakfast and Check-In
8:30-8:45am

Program Introduction
8:45-9:15am

Defining the Human Person Through Images

Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person.
9:15-10:30am

Theological Considerations: A Basic Overview of Theology of the Body

Spend time reflecting on the beautiful teachings of the Theology of the Body and how it is the key to addressing the problems that have arisen from gender ideology.
10:30-10:40am

Break
10:40-11:20am

Scientific and Medical Considerations

This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”.
11:20-11:30am

Drive/Walk to Mass
11:30am-12:30pm

Holy Mass
12:30-1:30pm

Lunch
1:30-2:00pm

Address by Bishop Rice
2:00-2:50pm

The Gift of Our Bodies

Participate in hands-on activities that will help students deepen their understanding of Christian Anthropology.
2:50-3:00pm

Break
3:00-3:45pm

A Pastoral Response: Practical tips on Accompanying Students and Parents

Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting.
3:45-4:00pm

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Catechetical Formation

Engaging sessions by a catechetical scholar provide background knowledge.

Practical Application

Research-based teaching strategies, and concrete tools to apply this knowledge in the classroom.

Spiritual Formation

You'll explore your vocation as a teacher, and your calling as a witness to Christ.

Ready-to-Use Materials

Receive a free supplemental guide featuring 10-12 lessons with activities and sacred art.

Presenters

Mike Gutzwiller

Mike Gutzwiller is the Senior Director of Curriculum Development for Sophia Teachers. Since joining the team at Sophia Teachers in 2015, Mike has been the primary author and editor of the Spirit of Truth K-12 and high school textbook series and has led professional development Workshops throughout the US. Mike is the former theology department chair at St. Thomas More High School in Milwaukee, WI. He earned his BA from Franciscan University of Steubenville where he majored in theology and catechetics and has an MA in school counseling from Marquette University. Mike lives with his wife and two children in Waukesha, WI.

Monica Ashour

Holding two Masters from the University of Dallas—one in Theological Studies and one in Humanities—Monica Ashour is an international speaker, author of 28 books, and President and Director of Content Creation for the Theology of the Body Evangelization Team (TOBET). She was also named by the Catholic National Register as one of the top six speakers on Saint John Paul’s Theology of the Body. In May 2015, Miss Ashour was a participant for an ad hoc committee in Washington DC for the Pontifical Council for the Family, and presented a talk “Teaching TOB to Teens” at the Theology of the Body International Symposium in Rome. She was also a participant in the International Summit on Lay Leadership with Cardinal Arinze in Rome. Before becoming an international speaker, Monica served as a campus minister at St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Texas A&M University from 1996 to 1999. Before and after her stint at St. Mary’s, Monica enjoyed 20 years teaching theology and literature in grade school and high school classrooms. Monica was the recipient of Cardinal Farrell’s 2008 Pro-Life Award for Civic Action and was named to the Hall of Fame for her alma mater, Nolan Catholic High School in Ft. Worth.

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Monica Ashour

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Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges, Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau Spring 2025

No seats are available!

Workshop Overview

Schedule

Join us, and you'll receive…

Catechetical Formation

Practical Application

Spiritual Formation

Ready-to-Use Materials

Presenters

Mike Gutzwiller

Monica Ashour