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CATECHETICAL WORKSHOP

Evangelizing Catechesis, Diocese of Orange, Fall 2024

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Diocese of Orange Pastoral Center

13280 Chapman Avenue
Garden Grove, 92840 United States

October 11, 2024

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Workshop Overview

Explore the essential teachings of Jesus and how you can lead your students to live as disciples of Christ. You will learn how to make the basic proclamation of the Gospel, known as the Kerygma, active in your own life, and how it can form the basis of your vocation as a teacher. 

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 Orange teachers.

Registration for this event is being handled by the Diocese of Orange Office of Catholic Schools.

Schedule

  • 8:15-8:45am

    Holy Mass

  • 8:45-9:15am

    Breakfast and Check-In

  • 9:15-9:30am

    Program Introduction

  • 9:30-10:00am

    The Jesus Elevator Pitch

    How well do we know the basic Gospel message? Could we share all the essential details with a complete stranger? Spend time exploring the essential elements of sharing the basic Gospel message with our students and others.

  • 10:00-10:45am

    Our Call to Evangelize

    Enjoy the first talk by Chris Stewart.

  • 10:45-11:00am

    Break

  • 11:00-11:45am

    A Pedagogy of Encounter

    Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we as teachers can imitate His pedagogy.

  • 11:45am-12:15pm

    Lunch

  • 12:15-1:00pm

    The Kerygma and Evangelization

    Enjoy the second talk by Chris Stewart

  • 1:00-1:50pm

    Sharing your Story

    Spend time reflecting on how Christ has worked in your life and how you can share that story with your students.

  • 1:50-2:00pm

    Additional Resources, Evaluation

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

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Jose Gonzalez

Jose Gonzalez joined the team at Sophia Institute for 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 10 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 four children.

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Chris Stewart

Chris Stewart is a loving husband, father, and dynamic speaker who has engaged youth and adults with captivating talks for 20 years. He and his beautiful wife, Maria, have been married for 16 years, are blessed with seven children, and live in Wichita, Kansas. Chris’ experience with youth, family life and death, and his ability to connect with his audience no matter what age or walk of life, has made him a sought-out speaker for years. His experience in youth ministry and public speaking began in 1996 when he first taught for Totus Tuus, a summer youth catechetical program. He discovered his gift of speaking and has continued throughout the years giving countless talks in the areas of catechetics, theology, spirituality, and evangelization. He has a gift for bringing his audience to laughter and tears from experiences in his own life. Chris earned his Masters of Theological Studies from the Institute of Pastoral Theology of Ave Maria University. His experience is widespread and includes teaching in elementary, high school, and college settings; youth ministry; and co-hosted a radio show "Casting Nets with Tony & Chris". He co-founded a group of young men in the virtue of chivalry and Marian devotion called the Knights of the Holy Queen. Prior to going full time with Casting Nets Ministries, Chris taught high school Theology for 10 years.

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