Encountering God’s Love in the Sacraments, Archdiocese of Omaha, Fall 2025
15353 Pacific St
Omaha,
NE
68154
United States
August 14, 2025
8:30 am - 2:30 pm
Workshop Overview
Explore what a sacrament is as well as the foundation of each of the seven sacraments. You’ll take a closer look at the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, and Reconciliation, as well as how to engage students using sacred art.
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 Archdiocese of Omaha teachers.
Registration for this event is being handled by St. Wenceslaus Catholic School and only open to their teachers.
Schedule
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8:30-9:15am
Holy Mass
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9:15-9:45am
Breakfast and Check-In
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9:45-10:00am
Program Introduction
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10:00-10:30am
Sacred Art, Pop Culture, and Catechesis
From Leonardo to Luke Skywalker, you’ll learn ways to bring classical art and modern entertainment together to teach your students about the sacraments
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10:30-11:15am
Encountering God in the Sacraments
Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.
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11:15-11:30am
Break
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11:30-12:15pm
The Eucharist and the Passover
Lead your students to discover how typology reveals profound connections between the Old and New Testaments, and leads to deeper understanding of the Real Prescence.
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12:15-1:00pm
Lunch
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1:00-1:45pm
The Sacraments and Discipleship
Enjoy the second talk by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.
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1:45-2:20pm
The Healing Power and Mercy of God: Reconciliation
Explore the parable of the Prodigal Son and the importance of relationship over rules, helping deepen your students’ desire for friendship with God through the Sacrament of Penance.
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2:20-2:30pm
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