Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges, St. Petersburg, Fall 2024
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St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
1955 S Belcher Rd
Clearwater,
FL
33764
United States
September 14, 2024
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
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 St. Petersburg teachers and catechists.
Schedule
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8:30-9:00am
Breakfast and Check-In
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9:00-9:15am
Program Introduction
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9:15-9:45am
Defining the Human Person through Images
Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person.
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9:45-10:30am
A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture
This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview.
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10:30-10:45am
Break
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10:45-11:30am
The Superpowers of Men and Women
Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help their students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology.
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11:30am-12:15pm
Holy Mass
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12:15-1:00pm
Lunch
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1:00-1:45pm
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”.
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1:45-1:55pm
Break
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1:55-2:50pm
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.
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2:50-3:00pm
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