CATECHETICAL WORKSHOP

Essentials of Belief: Exploring the Creed, Dallas, Fall 2026

Name: Essentials of Belief: Exploring the Creed, Dallas, Fall 2026
Start: 2026-08-05T08:30:00-05:00
End: 2026-08-05T14:30:00-05:00
Location: St. Philip & St. Augustine School

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St. Philip & St. Augustine School

8151 Military Pkwy
Dallas, TX 75227 United States

August 5, 2026

8:30 am - 2:30 pm

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Workshop Overview

Explore the 12 articles of the Creed and how you can help your students come to understand the most fundamental convictions we have about God, the world, and humanity. You’ll also spend time reflecting on key Catholic doctrines such as the Trinity, the Incarnation, the Paschal Mystery, the Church, the four last things, and more.

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 breakfast and lunch with your fellow Diocese of Dallas teachers.

Schedule

Join us, and you'll receive…

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

Mark Kaschak

A former High School teacher, Mark has been with Sophia for over six years and presented at several Workshops for teachers and catechists. In addition to being a Master Teacher, he oversees the effective and useful communication of Sophia’s offerings to schools, parishes, and dioceses. Mark lives in Manchester, New Hampshire.

Matthew Ramage

Dr. Matthew Ramage is Professor of Theology at Benedictine College where he is co-director of its Center for Integral Ecology. Dr. Ramage’s research and writing focuses especially on the theology of Pope Benedict XVI, the wedding of ancient and modern approaches to biblical interpretation, the dialogue between faith and science, and stewardship of creation. In addition to his other scholarly and outreach endeavors, Dr. Ramage is author, co-author, or translator of over fifteen books, including, Christ’s Church and World Religions from Sophia Teachers. His latest book is From the Dust of the Earth: Benedict XVI, the Bible, and the Theory of Evolution, published by Catholic University of America Press. Dr. Ramage lives in Atchison, Kansas with his wife, Jen, and their seven children. For more on Dr. Ramage’s work, visit his website www.matthewramage.com..