Behold Your Mother, Diocese of Dallas, Fall 2025
2025-08-04 08:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | St. Philip & St. Augustine School, 8151 Military Pkwy, Dallas, TX, 75227, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore the core Catholic teachings about Our Lady and how you can help your students see how a devotion to Mary can help them grow in holiness. You’ll also examine images and titles of Mary, explore the four Marian Dogmas, and spend time reflecting on Our Lady’s role in Salvation History.

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 Dallas teachers.

This event is only open to specific schools who have chosen to participate. If you are interested in joining us please email jgonzalez@sophiateachers.org and we will see if we can make space for you.

Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Scriptural and Sacred Art Rosary

9:45-10:30am

Hail Mary, Full of Grace
Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna Paruch, followed by Q&A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Mary, Our Mother
Engage in activities that will help your students understand how and why Mary is our Mother.

11:30am-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

My Soul Proclaims the Greatness of the Lord
Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna Paruch, followed by Q&A.

1:45-2:20pm

Behold Your Mother Art Gallery
Spend time exploring & reflecting on various images of Our Lady.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Eucharistic Evangelization, Green Bay, Fall 2025
2025-08-05 08:00 - 14:30 | National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, 4047 Chapel Dr, New Franken, WI, 54229, United States
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 Green Bay teachers and catechists

Schedule

8:00-8:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

8:30-8:45am

Program Introduction

8:45-9:30am

Source and Summit: The Eucharist, Tantum Ergo, and Bl. Pier Giorgio Frasatti
Discover new insights about the beauty and gift of the Eucharist by examining the words of a Eucharistic Hymn and the life of Bl. Pier Giorgio Frasatti.

9:30-9:40am

Break

9:40-10:25am

Eucharist as the Source of Evangelization
Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q & A.

10:25-11:00am

The New Covenant Sacrifice Part 1
Spend time engaging in activities that will help your students see Jesus more clearly in the liturgy.

11:00-12:00pm

Holy Mass

12:00-12:30pm

Eucharistic Adoration
Participate in a time of prayerful reflection in front of the Blessed Sacrament.

12:30-1:15pm

Lunch

1:15-2:00pm

Eucharist as the Means of Evangelization
Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q & A

2:00-2:20pm

The New Covenant Sacrifice Part 2
Complete the activity and discussion began before Mass.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering the Person of Jesus, Green Bay, Fall 2025
2025-08-06 08:00 - 14:30 | National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, 4047 Chapel Dr, New Franken, WI, 54229, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore what the Gospels and Divine Revelation teach us about who Jesus is and how to help your students understand why God became man. You’ll also learn how to lead your students to a deeper encounter with Jesus through art, as well as how you can imitate Christ’s pedagogy in your classroom.

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 Green Bay teachers and catechists.

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Schedule

8:00-8:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

8:30-8:45am

Program Introduction

8:45-9:15am

Encountering Jesus through Sacred Art
Begin the day by examining and reflecting on who Jesus is through a variety of sacred art images that invite contemplation and personal connection.

9:15-10:00am

Who do You Say that I Am- Finding and Encountering the Lord
Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q & A.

10:00-10:15am

Break

10:15-11:00am

Fully God and Fully Man
Participate in engaging activities designed to help your students understand the two natures of Christ—Divine and human—with clarity and reverence.

11:00-12:00pm

Holy Mass

12:00-12:45pm

Lunch

12:45-1:30pm

Come and Follow Me- Allowing the Encounter to Change our Lives and the Church
Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q & A.

1:30-2:15pm

Teaching as Jesus Taught
Reflect on the pedagogy of Jesus—the Master Teacher—and explore how His methods can inspire and shape our own approach to teaching in the classroom.

2:15-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Archdiocese of Chicago Teacher Retreat, Fall 2025 (Option 1)
2025-08-12 08:30 - 14:30 | Carmelite Spiritual Center – Elijah Hall, 8419 Bailey Rd, Darien, IL, 60561, United States
Workshop Overview

Archdiocese of Chicago Teachers are invited to join us for a day of prayer, reflection, and formation. Spend time reflecting on the themes of Encounter, Explore, Grow & Go. You will be given the opportunity to step away and be renewed in your vocation as a teacher.

This retreat blends speaker presentations with interactive sessions, giving you a chance to explore content with a respected speaker, as well as explore and simulate practical strategies to help you, and your students grow in the spiritual life. Share best practices and enjoy catered breakfast and lunch with your fellow Archdiocese of Chicago teachers.

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Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Scriptural Reflection and Discussion
Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed by time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues.

9:45-10:30am

The Spirituality of a Teacher
Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Amy Roberts, followed by Q & A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Christ and Our Story
Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others.

11:30am-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Forming Students Into Disciples of Christ
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Amy Roberts, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

Teaching as Jesus Taught
Jesus is the master teacher. Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we can imitate Him in the classroom.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Archdiocese of Chicago Teacher Retreat, Fall 2025 (Option 2)
2025-08-13 08:30 - 14:30 | Casa Iskali Our Lady of Guadalupe Campus, 9430 W Golf Rd, Des Plaines, IL, 60016, United States
Workshop Overview

Archdiocese of Chicago Teachers are invited to join us for a day of prayer, reflection, and formation. Spend time reflecting on the themes of Encounter, Explore, Grow & Go. You will be given the opportunity to step away and be renewed in your vocation as a teacher.

This retreat blends speaker presentations with interactive sessions, giving you a chance to explore content with a respected speaker, as well as explore and simulate practical strategies to help you, and your students grow in the spiritual life. Share best practices and enjoy catered breakfast and lunch with your fellow Archdiocese of Chicago teachers.

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Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Scriptural Reflection and Discussion
Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed by time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues.

9:45-10:30am

The Spirituality of a Teacher
Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Amy Roberts, followed by Q &A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Christ and Our Story
Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others.

11:30am-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Forming Students Into Disciples of Christ
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Amy Roberts, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

Teaching as Jesus Taught
Jesus is the master teacher. Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we can imitate Him in the classroom.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering God's Love in the Sacraments, Archdiocese of Omaha, Fall 2025
2025-08-14 08:30 - 14:30 | St. Wenceslaus School, 15353 Pacific St, Omaha, NE, 68154, United States
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

8:30-9:15am

Holy Mass

9:15-9:45am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:45-10:00am

Program Introduction

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

10:30-11:15am

Encountering God in the Sacraments
Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.

11:15-11:30am

Break

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.

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

The Sacraments and Discipleship
Enjoy the second talk by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.

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.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering the Person of Jesus, Omaha, Fall 2025
2025-08-29 08:15 - 14:30 | St. Patrick’s Catholic Church of Elkhorn, 18602 West Maple Road, Elkhorn, NE, 68022, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore what the Gospels and Divine Revelation teach us about who Jesus is and how to help your students understand why God became man. You’ll also learn how to lead your students to a deeper encounter with Jesus through art, as well as how you can imitate Christ’s pedagogy in your classroom.

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 your principal.

Schedule

8:15-9:00am

Holy Mass

9:00-9:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:30-9:45am

Program Introduction

9:45-10:15am

Encountering Jesus through Sacred Art
Begin the day by examining and reflecting on who Jesus is through a variety of sacred art images that invite contemplation and personal connection.

10:15-11:00am

Who Do You Say That I Am?
Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. James Pauley, followed by Q &A.

11:00-11:15am

Break

11:15-12:00pm

Fully God and Fully Man
Participate in engaging activities designed to help your students understand the two natures of Christ—Divine and human—with clarity and reverence.

12:00-12:45pm

Lunch

12:45-1:30pm

The Word Made Flesh
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. James Pauley, followed by Q & A.

1:30-2:15pm

Teaching as Jesus Taught
Reflect on the pedagogy of Jesus—the Master Teacher—and explore how His methods can inspire and shape our own approach to teaching in the classroom.

2:15-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Rooting Our Catechesis in the Gospel, San Antonio, Fall 2025
2025-09-03 08:30 - 14:30 | El Camino De San Antonio Missions, 263 Felisa St., San Antonio, TX, 78210, United States
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 core 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 with your fellow Archdiocese of San Antonio teachers and catechists, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch, and engage in both formal and informal discussions.

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Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

The Jesus Elevator Pitch
Can you summarize the key elements of the Gospel message succinctly? This session challenges you to synthesize the core message of the Gospel in 7-10 bullet points or less.

9:45-10:30am

Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 1
Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Mary Anne, followed by Q & A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Parables of the Kingdom
Examine a variety of parables and discuss ways to help your students understand their true purpose and how they connect to Jesus' preaching of the kerygma.

11:30-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 2
Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Mary Anne, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

Apples to Kerygma
Discover ways to ensure every doctrine taught relates back to the core Gospel message.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

The Beatitudes and the Moral Life, Archdiocese of Omaha, Fall 2025
2025-09-19 08:15 - 14:30 | St. Robert Bellarmine School, 11900 Pacific St., Omaha, NE, 68154, United States
Workshop Overview

Discover how the Beatitudes reveal the deepest meaning of God’s law and offer a compelling vision of the moral life. In this Workshop, you’ll gain insights and practical strategies for helping your students understand that Catholicism is not merely about following rules, but about living in the freedom of virtue and truth. Together, we’ll explore ways to make morality meaningful and relevant, while reflecting on key themes such as freedom, virtue, sin, conscience, and the Beatitudes.

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 Workshop is being handled by your principal.

Schedule

8:15-9:00am

Holy Mass

9:00-9:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:30-9:45am

Program Introduction

9:45-10:15am

“Dinner Party” with the Saints
Participate in an interactive activity to introduce your students to the saints in a whole new way.

10:15-11:00am

The Beatitudes and the True Meaning of Life
Enjoy the first of two presentations by Dr. Ramage, followed by Q&A.

11:00-11:15am

Break

11:15-12:00pm

Rules, Freedom, Sin, and Virtue
Participate in hands-on activities that will help your students understand the relationship among these concepts, so they can see the relevance of morality and be led to deeper conversion.

12:00-12:45pm

Lunch

12:45-1:30pm

The Freedom of a Virtuous Life
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Ramage, followed by Q&A.

1:30-2:20pm

Because I’m Happy!: The Beatitudes as the Path to Happiness
Help your students more clearly define happiness and see how the Beatitudes are a blueprint for that happiness.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

The Catholic Faith and Science, Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Fall 2025
2025-09-24 08:00 - 15:00 | The Presidential Banquet Center, 4548 Presidential Way, Kettering, OH, 45429, United States
Workshop Overview

Join our Workshop staff and Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D. for a one-day program on the connections between faith and science. Explore ways to help students confront today’s biases towards atheism, relativism, and scientism. Deepen your faith by examining what science shows about the Shroud of Turin, Eucharistic miracles, the age of the universe, 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 with your fellow teachers, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch, and engage in both formal and informal discussions.

Registration for this event is being handled by the Archdiocese of Cincinnati. For more information please contact Veronica Murphy in the office of Catholic Schools: vmurphy@catholicaoc.org

Schedule

8:00-8:45am

Breakfast and Check-In

8:45-9:00am

Program Introduction

9:00-9:30am

Wonders of Nature
Reflect on various images of creation and discover how they reveal the harmony between faith and reason.

9:30-10:30am

What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God, Jesus, and the Eucharist Part 1
Enjoy the first talk by Fr. Spitzer, followed by Q&A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Scientific Evidence for an Intelligent Creator
Engage in interactive activities that will show your students how scientific evidence—from the expansion of the universe, to entropy, to the fine-tuning of physical laws—make belief in God completely reasonable.

11:30-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-2:00pm

What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God, Jesus, and the Eucharist Part 2
Enjoy the second talk by Fr. Spitzer followed by Q&A

2:00-2:10pm

Break

2:10-2:50pm

Exploring Eucharistic Miracles
Participate in memorable hands-on activities so your students will not only be familiar with Eucharistic miracles, but know how science consistently confirms their authenticity.

2:50-3:00pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles San Fernando Regional Congress
2025-09-27 08:00 - 16:15 | Bishop Alemany High School, 11111 North Alemany Dr., Mission Hills, CA, 91345, United States
Workshop Overview

We are excited to be presenting a Catholic School Teacher Track at all four Archdiocese of Los Angeles Regional Congresses this year! Thanks to our generous donors, attendance is free for all teachers who choose to attend our sessions this year.

Explore the various forms of prayer and how you can lead your students to enter into a more intimate relationship with Our Lord. You’ll also learn the examination of conscience, the importance of silence, and the different ways to pray, including Lectio Divina.

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.

To register for this event click here and use promo code: DC25RC at checkout so you can join us at no cost to you or your school!

Schedule

7:00-8:00am

Check-in and Registration

8:15-9:45am

Holy Mass

10:00-11:30am

Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It
Enjoy a session led by Joan Watson that includes time for Q & A.

11:30-12:45pm

Lunch and Exhibitor Visits

1:00-2:30pm

Speak Lord, Your Servant Is Listening
Discover fresh ways to pray and hear God’s voice, try them out for yourself, and explore how to bring these practices to life with your students.

2:30-2:45pm

Break

2:45-4:15pm

Sing to the Lord a New Song
Listen to a variety of pieces of music and examine a variety of sacred art pieces that will help enhance your prayer life as well as your students' prayer lives.

Teaching Through Beauty, Oakland, Fall 2025
2025-10-02 08:30 - 14:30 | The Cathedral of Christ the Light, 2121 Harrison St, Oakland, CA, 94612, United States
Workshop Overview

What is beauty? What forms does it take? Is it simply in the eye of the beholder? How does God reveal Himself in beauty to draw us closer to Him? Explore answers to these questions and reflect on the true nature of beauty while receiving lesson plans and practical ideas to lead your students to be transformed by beauty.

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 Oakland teachers.

Registrations for this event are bing handled by the Diocese of Oakland office for Catholic schools. To register please contact Susanna- sdrummond@csdo.org

Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introducion

9:15-9:45am

Sing a New Song Unto the Lord
Reflect on and discover a variety of pieces of music that will help draw your students into contemplation at the beauty of God and His work in our lives.

9:45-10:30am

Beauty, the Doorway to Faith
Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. Matthew Ramage, followed by Q & A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

The Face of God in the Beauty of Creation
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Matthew Ramage, followed by Q & A.

11:30-12:10pm

The Wonders of Creation
From the properties of light to the mysteries of biodiversity, behold God's majesty found in the beauty of creation and how it reveals the harmony between faith and reason.

12:10-1:00pm

Holy Mass

1:00-1:45pm

Lunch

1:45-2:20pm

Practicum: Create Your Own Sacred Art Lesson
Using the template and art selections provided, collaborate with colleagues to design a lesson that sparks wonder, deepens faith, and reveals the beauty of God’s truth.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Teaching Through Beauty, San Francisco, Fall 2025
2025-10-03 08:00 - 14:30 | Archdiocese of San Franciso, Various Locations, San Francisco, California, United States
Workshop Overview

What is beauty? What forms does it take? Is it simply in the eye of the beholder? How does God reveal Himself in beauty to draw us closer to Him? Explore answers to these questions and reflect on the true nature of beauty while receiving lesson plans and practical ideas to lead your students to be transformed by beauty.

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 Oakland teachers.

Registrations for this event are bing handled by the Archdiocese of San Francisco and your principals.

Four Workshops will be held simultaneously on October 3, 2025 in one of the following four locations:

St. Pius in Redwood City

St. Hilary in Tiburon

St. Anne in San Francisco

Holy Name in San Francisco

Schedule

8:00-8:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

8:30-8:45am

Program Introducion

8:45-9:15am

Sing a New Song Unto the Lord
Reflect on and discover a variety of pieces of music that will help draw your students into contemplation at the beauty of God and His work in our lives.

9:15-10:00am

Beauty: What Is It and Why it Matters
Enjoy the first presentation by a respected Catholic scholar, followed by Q & A.

10:00-10:15am

Break

10:15-11:00am

The Enemies of Beauty
Enjoy the second presentation by a respected Catholic scholar, followed by Q & A.

11:00-11:30am

The Wonders of Creation
From the properties of light to the mysteries of biodiversity, behold God’s majesty found in the beauty of creation and how it reveals the harmony between faith and reason.

11:30-12:00pm

Teaching with Sacred Art
Reflect on selected masterpieces and learn practical strategies for using images to invite wonder, stir prayer, and cultivate a sense of the sacred.

12:00-12:30pm

Holy Mass

12:30-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Practicum: Create Your Own Sacred Art Lesson
Using the template and art selections provided, collaborate with colleagues to design a lesson that sparks wonder, deepens faith, and reveals the beauty of God’s truth.

1:45-2:00pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles San Pedro Regional Congress
2025-10-04 08:00 - 16:15 | St. Joseph High School, 5825 Woodruff Ave., Lakewood, 90713, United States
Workshop Overview

We are excited to be presenting a Catholic School Teacher Track at all four Archdiocese of Los Angeles Regional Congresses this year! Thanks to our generous donors, attendance is free for all teachers who choose to attend our sessions this year.

Explore the various forms of prayer and how you can lead your students to enter into a more intimate relationship with Our Lord. You’ll also learn the examination of conscience, the importance of silence, and the different ways to pray, including Lectio Divina.

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.

To register for this event click here and use promo code: DC25RC at checkout so you can join us at no cost to you or your school!

Schedule

7:30-10:45am

Check-in and Registration

8:30-9:00am

Opening Ceremony and Prayer

9:15-10:30am

Holy Mass

10:45-12:00pm

Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It
Enjoy a session led by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.

12:00-1:15pm

Lunch and Exhibitor Visits

1:30-2:45pm

Speak Lord, Your Servant Is Listening
Discover fresh ways to pray and hear God’s voice, try them out for yourself, and explore how to bring these practices to life with your students

2:45-3:00pm

Break

3:00-4:15pm

Sing to the Lord a New Song
Listen to a variety of pieces of music and examine a variety of sacred art pieces that will help enhance your prayer life as well as your students' prayer lives.

Salvation History: A Story of Love & Mercy, Galveston-Houston, Fall 2025
2025-10-10 08:30 - 15:00 | St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School, 6802 Buffalo Speedway, Houston, TX, 77025, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore the limitlessness of God’s mercy throughout Salvation History and how you can help your students integrate the corporal and spiritual works of mercy into their lives. You’ll learn how God’s mercy is revealed in His covenants and how they are ultimately fulfilled in and through Jesus Christ.

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 Galveston-Houston teachers.

Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Sacred Art and Salvation History
Explore the story of Salvation History through various images.

9:45-10:30am

The Story of Salvation Part 1
Enjoy the first talk Dr. Daniel Garland, followed by Q & A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

God Keeps His Promises
Dive into activities designed to bring the covenants of Salvation History to life, helping your students grasp how God has faithfully entered into relationship with His people across time.

11:30-12:10pm

The Saints and Mercy
Explore the lives of the saints and how, by imitating them, we can help our students live out their roles in the story of salvation.

12:10-12:45pm

Holy Mass

12:45-1:30pm

Lunch

1:30-2:15pm

The Story of Salvation Part 2
Enjoy the second talk by Dr. Daniel Garland, followed by Q & A.

2:15-2:45pm

Collaboration Session: The Works of Mercy
It’s your turn! Share lesson and activity ideas that you have seen bear fruit in your students’ lives.

2:45-3:00pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Teaching Through Beauty, Palm Beach, Fall 2025
2025-10-13 08:30 - 14:30 | St. Juliana School, 4355 S Olive Ave #2725, West Palm Beach, FL, United States
Workshop Overview

What is beauty? What forms does it take? Is it simply in the eye of the beholder? How does God reveal Himself in beauty to draw us closer to Him? Explore answers to these questions and reflect on the true nature of beauty while receiving lesson plans and practical ideas to lead your students to be transformed by beauty.

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 Palm Beach teachers and catechists.

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Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introducion

9:15-9:45am

Sing a New Song Unto the Lord
Reflect on and discover a variety of pieces of music that will help draw your students into contemplation at the beauty of God and His work in our lives.

9:45-10:30am

Beauty: What Is It?
Enjoy the first talk by Sr. Johanna.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

The Wonders of Creation
From the properties of light to the mysteries of biodiversity, behold God’s majesty found in the beauty of creation and how it reveals the harmony between faith and reason

11:30-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

The Enemies of Beauty
Enjoy the second talk Sr. Johanna

1:45-2:20pm

Practicum: Create Your Own Sacred Art Lesson
Using the template and art selections provided, collaborate with colleagues to design a lesson that sparks wonder, deepens faith, and reveals the beauty of God’s truth.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

The Mission of the Catholic School Teacher, Diocese of Orange, Fall 2025
2025-10-16 08:30 - 14:30 | St. Joseph Center at the CSJ Educational Network, 440 S Batavia St., Orange, CA, 92868, United States
Workshop Overview

What is the unique mission of a Catholic school, and how are teachers called to participate in it? What distinguishes a Catholic school from any other educational setting? Reflect on these and other questions, and explore concrete ways you can more intentionally respond to your call as a Catholic educator.

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.

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Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-10:00am

The Mission of The Catholic School
Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna, followed by Q & A.

10:00-10:15am

Break

10:15-11:00am

The Transcendentals: Truth, Beauty, and Goodness
The transcendentals—truth, beauty, and goodness—reflect the nature of God and are present in everything that exists. Learn how keeping them at the center of a Catholic school’s mission helps our students recognize God’s presence in the world and in their lives.

11:00-11:30am

Holy Mass

11:30-12:00pm

Lunch

12:00-12:45pm

Faith and Reason
Show students that faith and reason are not in conflict, but work together in the search for truth. Explore practical ways to integrate both in the classroom, forming students who think deeply and believe faithfully.

12:45-1:30pm

The Mission of the Catholic School Teacher
Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna, followed by Q & A.

1:30-1:40pm

Break

1:40-2:20pm

The Spirituality of a Teacher
We cannot give what we do not have. Reflect on ways we can deepen our own spiritual lives for the sake of being more effective educators and ministers.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles Our Lady of the Angels Regional Congress
2025-10-18 07:00 - 15:45 | St. Monica Catholic Community, 725 California Ave, Santa Monica, 90403, United States
Workshop Overview

We are excited to be presenting a Catholic School Teacher Track at all four Archdiocese of Los Angeles Regional Congresses this year! Thanks to our generous donors, attendance is free for all teachers who choose to attend our sessions this year.

Explore the various forms of prayer and how you can lead your students to enter into a more intimate relationship with Our Lord. You’ll also learn the examination of conscience, the importance of silence, and the different ways to pray, including Lectio Divina.

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.

To register for this event click here and use promo code: DC25RC at checkout so you can join us at no cost to you or your school!

Schedule

7:00-8:00am

Check-in and Registration

8:00-8:30am

Opening Ceremony and Prayer

9:00-10:15am

Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It
Enjoy a session led by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.

10:30-11:45am

Holy Mass

11:45-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-2:15pm

Speak Lord, Your Servant Is Listening
Discover fresh ways to pray and hear God’s voice, try them out for yourself, and explore how to bring these practices to life with your students.

2:15-2:30pm

Break

2:30-3:45pm

Sing to the Lord a New Song
Listen to a variety of pieces of music and examine a variety of sacred art pieces that will help enhance your prayer life as well as your students' prayer lives.

Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles Santa Barbara Regional Congress
2025-10-25 07:00 - 15:30 | St. Bonaventure High School, 3167 Telegraph Rd., Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Workshop Overview

We are excited to be presenting a Catholic School Teacher Track at all four Archdiocese of Los Angeles Regional Congresses this year! Thanks to our generous donors, attendance is free for all teachers who choose to attend our sessions this year.

Explore the various forms of prayer and how you can lead your students to enter into a more intimate relationship with Our Lord. You’ll also learn the examination of conscience, the importance of silence, and the different ways to pray, including Lectio Divina.

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.

To register for this event click here and use promo code: DC25RC at checkout so you can join us at no cost to you or your school!

Schedule

7:00-8:45am

Check-in and Registration

9:00-10:15am

Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It
Enjoy a session led by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q&A.

10:25-11:45am

Holy Mass

11:45-12:55pm

Lunch

1:00-2:10pm

Speak Lord, Your Servant Is Listening
Discover fresh ways to pray and hear God’s voice, try them out for yourself, and explore how to bring these practices to life with your students.

2:10-2:20pm

Break

2:20-3:30pm

Sing to the Lord a New Song
Listen to a variety of pieces of music and examine a variety of sacred art pieces that will help enhance your prayer life as well as your students' prayer lives.

Rooting Our Catechesis in the Gospel, Archdiocese of Omaha, November 2025
2025-11-03 08:30 - 14:30 | St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, 1565 18th Ave, Columbus, NE, United States
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 core 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, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch, and engage in both formal and informal discussions with your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha Teachers.

Registration for this day is being handled by your principal.

Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

The Jesus Elevator Pitch
Can you summarize the key elements of the Gospel message succinctly? This session challenges you to synthesize the core message of the Gospel in 7-10 bullet points or less.

9:45-10:30am

Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 1
Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna, followed by Q & A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Parables of the Kingdom
Examine a variety of parables and discuss ways to help your students understand their true purpose and how they connect to Jesus' preaching of the kerygma.

11:30-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 2
Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

Apples to Kerygma
Discover ways to ensure every doctrine taught relates back to the core Gospel message.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

The Catholic Faith and Science, St. Louis, Fall 2025
2025-11-04 08:30 - 15:15 | St. Catherine Laboure Catholic School, 9740 Sappington Rd, Sappington, MO, 63128, United States
Workshop Overview

Join our Workshop staff and Fr. Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D. for a one-day program on the connections between faith and science. Explore ways to help students confront today’s biases towards atheism, relativism, and scientism. Deepen your faith by examining what science shows about the Shroud of Turin, Eucharistic miracles, the age of the universe, 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 with your fellow teachers, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch, and engage in both formal and informal discussions.

We extend a sincere thank you to Dave Sinclair Buick GMC, whose generous gift made this event possible!

Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Wonders of Nature
Reflect on various images of creation and discover how they reveal the harmony between faith and reason.

9:45-10:45am

What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God, Jesus, and the Eucharist Part 1
Enjoy the first talk by Fr. Spitzer, followed by Q & A.

10:45-11:00am

Break

11:00-11:45am

Scientific Evidence for an Intelligent Creator
Engage in interactive activities that will show your students how scientific evidence—from the expansion of the universe, to entropy, to the fine-tuning of physical laws—make belief in God completely reasonable.

11:45-12:30pm

Holy Mass

12:30-1:15pm

Lunch

1:15-2:15pm

What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God, Jesus, and the Eucharist Part 2
Enjoy the second talk by Fr. Spitzer followed by Q&A

2:15-2:25pm

Break

2:25-3:05pm

Exploring Eucharistic Miracles
Participate in memorable hands-on activities so your students will not only be familiar with Eucharistic miracles, but know how science consistently confirms their authenticity.

3:05-3:15pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering the Person of Jesus, Arlington, Fall 2025
2025-11-12 08:00 - 14:00 | St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church, 5222 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax, VA, 22032, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore what the Gospels and Divine Revelation teach us about who Jesus is and how to help your students understand why God became man. You’ll also learn how to lead your students to a deeper encounter with Jesus through art, as well as how you can imitate Christ’s pedagogy in your classroom.

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.

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Schedule

8:00-8:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

8:30-8:45am

Program Introduction

8:45-9:15am

Encountering Jesus through Sacred Art
Begin the day by examining and reflecting on who Jesus is through a variety of sacred art images that invite contemplation and personal connection.

9:15-10:00am

Holy Mass

10:00-10:45am

Who do You Say that I Am- Finding and Encountering the Lord
Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q&A.

10:45-11:00am

Break

11:00-11:45am

Encountering Jesus in Sacred Scripture
St. Jerome said, "Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ." You'll dig into a variety of Scripture passages that will help your students enter into a more intimate relationship with Jesus.

11:45-12:30pm

Lunch

12:30-1:15pm

Come and Follow Me: Allowing the Encounter to Change our Lives and the Church
Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q&A.

1:15-1:50pm

Following Jesus and Encountering Him in the Eucharist
Discover new insights about the beauty and gift of the Eucharist by examining the words of a Eucharistic Hymn and the life of St. Pier Giorgio Frasatti.

1:50-2:00pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

The Beatitudes and the Moral Life, Archdiocese of Omaha, November 2025
2025-11-24 08:30 - 14:30 | St. Thomas More Catholic School, 3515 S. 48th Ave, Omaha, 68106, United States
Workshop Overview

Discover how the Beatitudes reveal the deepest meaning of God’s law and offer a compelling vision of the moral life. In this Workshop, you’ll gain insights and practical strategies for helping your students understand that Catholicism is not merely about following rules, but about living in the freedom of virtue and truth. Together, we’ll explore ways to make morality meaningful and relevant, while reflecting on key themes such as freedom, virtue, sin, conscience, and the Beatitudes.

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 Workshop is being handled by your principal.

Schedule

8:00-8:45am

Holy Mass

8:45-9:15am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:15-9:30am

Program Introduction

9:30-10:00am

“Dinner Party” with the Saints
Participate in an interactive activity to introduce your students to the saints in a whole new way.

10:00-10:45am

The Beatitudes and the Moral Life
Enjoy the first of two presentations by Dr. Jason King, followed by Q & A.

10:45-11:00am

Break

11:00-11:45am

Rules, Freedom, Sin, and Virtue
Participate in hands-on activities that will help your students understand the relationship among these concepts, so they can see the relevance of morality and be led to deeper conversion.

11:45-12:30pm

Lunch

12:30-1:15pm

The Moral Life and Discipleship
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Jason King, followed by Q & A.

1:15-2:00pm

Because I’m Happy!: The Beatitudes as the Path to Happiness
Help your students more clearly define happiness and see how the Beatitudes are a blueprint for that happiness.

2:00-2:15pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering God's Love in the Sacraments, Archdiocese of Omaha, January 2026
2026-01-05 08:30 - 14:30 | Holy Trinity Catholic School, 502 S. Broadway, Hartington, 68739, United States
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 breakfast and lunch with your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha teachers.

Registration for this event is being handled by your principal.

Schedule

8:30-9:15am

Holy Mass

9:15-9:45am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:45-10:00am

Program Introduction

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

10:30-11:15am

Encountering God in the Sacraments
Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.

11:15-11:30am

Break

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.rn

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

The Sacraments and Discipleship
Enjoy the second talk by Dr. Scott Sollom, followed by Q & A.

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.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering the Person of Jesus, Archdiocese of Omaha, January 2026
2026-01-19 08:30 - 14:30 | Norfolk Catholic School, 2301 Madison Ave, Norfolk, NE, 68701, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore what the Gospels and Divine Revelation teach us about who Jesus is and how to help your students understand why God became man. You’ll also learn how to lead your students to a deeper encounter with Jesus through art, as well as how you can imitate Christ’s pedagogy in your classroom.

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 collaboration your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha Teachers.

Registration for this event is being handled by your principal.

Schedule

8:30-9:15am

Holy Mass

9:15-9:45am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:45-10:00am

Program Introduction

10:00-10:30am

Encountering Jesus through Sacred Art
Begin the day by examining and reflecting on who Jesus is through a variety of sacred art images that invite contemplation and personal connection.

10:30-11:15am

Who Do You Say that I Am- Finding and Encountering the Lord
Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q & A.

11:15-11:30am

Break

11:30-12:15pm

Fully God and Fully Man
Participate in engaging activities designed to help your students understand the two natures of Christ—Divine and human—with clarity and reverence.

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Come and Follow Me- Allowing the Encounter to Change our Lives and the Church
Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

Teaching as Jesus Taught
Reflect on the pedagogy of Jesus—the Master Teacher—and explore how His methods can inspire and shape our own approach to teaching in the classroom.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Diocese of Fresno Principal's Retreat, February 2026
2026-02-04 08:00 - 2026-02-05 12:45 | St. Anthony Retreat and Conference Center, 43816 Sierra Dr, Three Rivers, CA, 93271, United States
Retreat Overview

We are excited to spend two days with Principals in the Diocese of Fresno diving into the themes found in the book: Remain in Me and I in You: Relating to God as a Person, Not an Idea by Father Wayne Sattler. We will explore and reflect on knowing God, loving God, and serving God.

This retreat blends presentations with interactive sessions, giving you a chance to explore content from the best-selling book as well as spend time in prayer, reflection and small group discussion.

Schedule

Wednesday, February 4th

8:00-9:00am

Optional Breakfast

9:00-9:30am

Check-In

9:30-10:00am

Morning Prayer

10:00-10:45am

Is God an Idea or a Person?
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the first theme of the book "Remain in Me".

10:45-11:00am

Break

11:00-11:30am

Lectio Divina and Small Group Discussion
Pray with a passage from one of the Gospels and reflect with your colleagues on the themes from the first presentation.

11:30-12:00pm

Holy Mass

12:00-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Knowing God
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the second theme in the book.

1:45-2:30pm

Coming to Know God Through Beauty
Pray with and reflect on a variety of sacred art images and discuss your observations and reflections with your colleagues.

2:30-3:00pm

Break

3:00-4:00pm

Loving God
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the third theme in the book.

4:00-5:00pm

Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions

5:00-6:00pm

Break

6:00-7:00pm

Dinner

7:00pm

Social Gathering/Free Time

Thursday, February 5th

8:00-8:15am

Morning Prayer

8:15-9:00am

Breakfast

9:00-10:00am

Serving God
Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the final theme in the book.

10:00-10:45am

Small Group Discussion and Reflection
Gather in small groups to pray and share concluding reflections on the themes explored.

10:45-11:00am

Break

11:00-11:30am

Personal Prayer Time

11:30-12:00pm

Holy Mass

12:00-12:45pm

Lunch

12:45pm

Dismissal

The Five Marks of a Catholic School: Archdiocese of Chicago Principals Retreat, February 2026
2026-02-04 08:30 - 14:30 | Catholic Theological Union, 5416 S Cornell Ave., Chicago, 60615, United States
Retreat Overview

Archdiocese of Chicago Principals are invited to join us for a day of prayer, reflection, and formation. Explore The Holy See’s Teaching on Catholic Schools, the essential Vatican document that articulates the Church’s vision for the identity, mission, and educational mandate of Catholic schools. Contemplate themes such as the spiritual leadership of the principal, the harmony of faith and culture, and the sacred partnership between parents and the Church. Through guided reflection and shared conversation, participants will rediscover the deeper purpose of their vocation. Leave renewed in spirit and equipped with practical ways to form students in truth, virtue, and a living relationship with Christ.

This retreat blends speaker presentations with interactive sessions, giving you a chance to explore content with a respected speaker, as well as explore and simulate practical strategies to help you, your teachers, and students grow in the spiritual life. Share best practices and enjoy catered breakfast and lunch with your fellow Archdiocese of Chicago principals.

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Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Explore, Encounter, Grow, & Go Scripture Reflection
Reflect on your own journey of discipleship by examining and praying with a story from the Gospels.

9:45-10:30am

The Five Essential Marks of a Catholic School, Part 1
Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. Daryl Hagan.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Returning to the Heart of the Matter: The 5 Marks and the Kerygma
Identify the key elements of the Gospel message and how to clearly communicate them to your staff and, in age-appropriate ways, to your students.

11:30-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

The Five Essential Marks of a Catholic School, Part 2
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Daryl Hagan, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

Self-Assessment and Collaboration
Identify which of the five marks your school embodies most strongly, and which represents your greatest area for growth. After sharing these reflections in a small group, discuss concrete strategies for supporting one another and strengthening these marks across your school communities.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Encountering the Person of Jesus, Archdiocese of Omaha, February 2026
2026-02-16 08:15 - 14:20 | St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Elementary School, 14330 Eagle Run Dr., Omaha, NE, 68164, United States
Workshop Overview

Explore what the Gospels and Divine Revelation teach us about who Jesus is and how to help your students understand why God became man. You’ll also learn how to lead your students to a deeper encounter with Jesus through art, as well as how you can imitate Christ’s pedagogy in your classroom.

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 collaboration your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha Teachers.

Registration for this event is being handled by your principal.

Schedule

8:15-9:00am

Holy Mass

9:00-9:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:30-9:45am

Program Introduction

9:45-10:15am

Encountering Jesus through Sacred Art
Begin the day by examining and reflecting on who Jesus is through a variety of sacred art images that invite contemplation and personal connection.

10:15-11:00am

Who Do You Say That I Am?
Enjoy the first presentation by Sister Johanna, followed by Q & A.

11:00-11:15am

Break

11:15-12:00pm

Fully God and Fully Man
Participate in engaging activities designed to help your students understand the two natures of Christ—Divine and human—with clarity and reverence.

12:00-12:45pm

Lunch

12:45-1:30pm

The Word Made Flesh
Enjoy the second presentation by Sister Johanna, followed by Q & A.

1:30-2:10pm

Teaching as Jesus Taught
Reflect on the pedagogy of Jesus—the Master Teacher—and explore how His methods can inspire and shape our own approach to teaching in the classroom.

2:10-2:20pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

The Beatitudes and the Moral Life, Diocese of Arlington, Spring 2026
2026-02-25 08:00 - 14:00 | St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church, 5222 Sideburn Rd., Fairfax, VA, 22032, United States
Workshop Overview

Discover how the Beatitudes reveal the deepest meaning of God’s law and offer a compelling vision of the moral life. In this Workshop, you’ll gain insights and practical strategies for helping your students understand that Catholicism is not merely about following rules, but about living in the freedom of virtue and truth. Together, we’ll explore ways to make morality meaningful and relevant, while reflecting on key themes such as freedom, virtue, sin, conscience, and the Beatitudes.

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

Schedule

8:00-8:30am

Breakfast and Check-In

8:30-8:45am

Program Introduction

8:45-9:15am

Beauty as a Sign of the Moral Life.
Examine and reflect on a variety of sacred art images and explore how these images point to what we believe about the human person and how we are called to live.

9:15-10:00am

Holy Mass

10:00-10:45am

The Beatitudes and the Moral Life
Enjoy the first of two presentations by Dr. Michel Therrien, followed by Q & A.

10:45-11:00am

Break

11:00-12:00pm

Feelings, Passions, and the Beatitudes
Participate in hands-on activities that will help your students come to a deeper understanding of the role our feelings play in the moral life and their connection to the Beatitudes through examples that will help them see the relevance to their lives.

12:00-12:30pm

Lunch

12:30-1:15pm

The Moral Life and Discipleship
Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Michel Therrien, followed by Q & A.

1:15-1:50pm

“Dinner Party” with the Saints
Participate in an interactive activity to introduce your students to the saints in a whole new way.

1:50-2:00pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation

Eucharistic Evangelization, Manchester, Spring 2026
2026-03-11 08:30 - 14:30 | Bedford Village Inn, 2 Olde Bedford Way, Bedford, NH, 03110, United States
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 Manchester teachers and catechists.

Schedule

8:30-9:00am

Breakfast and Check-In

9:00-9:15am

Program Introduction

9:15-9:45am

Source and Summit: The Eucharist, Tantum Ergo, and St. Pier Giorgio Frasatti
Discover new insights about the beauty and gift of the Eucharist by examining the words of a Eucharistic Hymn and the life of St. Pier Giorgio Frasatti.

9:45-10:30am

Eucharist as the Source of Evangelization
Enjoy the first presentation by Michael Gormely, followed by Q & A.

10:30-10:45am

Break

10:45-11:30am

Eucharistic Adoration
Participate in a time of prayerful reflection in front of the Blessed Sacrament.

11:30-12:15pm

Holy Mass

12:15-1:00pm

Lunch

1:00-1:45pm

Eucharist as the Means of Evangelization
Enjoy the second presentation by Michael Gormley, followed by Q & A.

1:45-2:20pm

The New Covenant Sacrifice
Spend time engaging in activities that will help your students see Jesus more clearly in the liturgy.

2:20-2:30pm

Additional Resources, Evaluation
