CATECHETICAL WORKSHOP

Eucharistic Evangelization, Arlington, Fall 2024

Name: Eucharistic Evangelization, Arlington, Fall 2024
Start: 2024-11-06T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-11-06T14:30:00-05:00
Location: St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church

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St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church

5222 Sideburn Rd.
Fairfax, VA 22032 United States

November 6, 2024

8:00 am - 2:30 pm

Workshop Overview

Why do so many Catholics doubt the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist? Why do so many young people miss out on the true meaning of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass? This Workshop will explore ways we can become more effective Eucharistic missionaries and help our students grow in their understanding and love for Jesus in the Eucharist.

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 Arlington teachers and catechists.

Schedule

8:00-8:30am

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

Program Introduction
8:45-9:15am

Reflecting on the Real Presence

Begin the day by reflecting on the beauty and gift of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist.
9:15-10:00am

Holy Mass
10:00-10:30am

Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions

Participate in a time of prayerful reflection in front of the Blessed Sacrament.
10:30-10:45am

Break
10:45-11:30am

Living Like We Believe

Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna
11:30-11:40am

Break
11:40-12:20pm

The Meaning of the Mass

Find creative ways to help students understand and enter into the realities taking place in the Mass more deeply and intetionally.
12:20-1:00pm

Lunch
1:00-1:45pm

Being Eucharistic Missionaries

Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna.
1:45-2:20pm

The Eucharist in Sacred Art

Spend time reflecting on the mystery of the Eucharist as depicted in a selection of sacred art images.
2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

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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

Jose Gonzalez

Jose Gonzalez joined the team at Sophia Teachers in 2014 after more than 10 years as a Catholic high school teacher. In addition to teaching, Jose has experience working in parish and diocesan ministry. Jose has been leading Workshops in over 70 dioceses for more than 11 years, and contributes regularly to our teacher’s guides and digital instructional resources. He has a BA in theology with a concentration in religious education from Franciscan University of Steubenville, and an MA in evangelization and catechesis from the Augustine Institute. Jose and his wife, Mary Beth, have five children.

Sr. M. Johanna Paruch, FSMG, Ph. D.

Sr. M. Johanna Paruch, FSGM, is Emeritus Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville. A member of the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George, she holds a BA in theology and elementary education from St. Louis University an MA in catechetics from the Angelicum, the Pontifical Catechetical Diploma as well as an undergraduate degree in deaf communication. She earned her doctorate at Maryvale Institute, Birmingham, England. She has been involved in catechetics in all its forms, at every level, including 15 years as a Catholic school teacher. She was a professor of theology and catechetics at Franciscan University at Steubenville from 1999 to 2025. Sr. Johanna presently serves as a consultant for catechetics in parishes and Catholic schools, and travels throughout the country presenting workshops for catechist training, catechesis for persons with disabilities, retreats and parish missions. She is also engaged in deaf ministry, Franciscan spirituality, and research on the role of Catholic sisters in the American Civil War.

Eucharistic Evangelization, Arlington, Fall 2024

Workshop Overview

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Jose Gonzalez

Sr. M. Johanna Paruch, FSMG, Ph. D.

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Eucharistic Evangelization, Arlington, Fall 2024

Workshop Overview

Schedule

Join us, and you'll receive…

Catechetical Formation

Practical Application

Spiritual Formation

Ready-to-Use Materials

Presenters

Jose Gonzalez

Sr. M. Johanna Paruch, FSMG, Ph. D.