BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sophia Teachers - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sophia Teachers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sophiateachers.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sophia Teachers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T143000 DTSTAMP:20250812T114139Z CREATED:20250610T173606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T114139Z UID:10001226-1755160200-1755181800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering God's Love in the Sacraments\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by St. Wenceslaus Catholic School and only open to their teachers. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:15am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:00am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:30am \n \n \n Sacred Art\, Pop Culture\, and Catechesis \n From Leonardo to Luke Skywalker\, you’ll learn ways to bring classical art and modern entertainment together to teach your students about the sacraments \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-11:15am \n \n \n Encountering God in the Sacraments \n Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Scott Sollom\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15-11:30am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:15pm \n \n \n The Eucharist and the Passover \n 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.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n The Sacraments and Discipleship \n Enjoy the second talk by Dr. Scott Sollom\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n The Healing Power and Mercy of God: Reconciliation \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/encountering-gods-love-in-the-sacraments-archdiocese-of-omaha-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Wenceslaus School\, 15353 Pacific St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68154\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Source and Summit: The Holy Eucharist ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000 DTSTAMP:20250722T120115Z CREATED:20250303T165959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T120115Z UID:10001219-1755073800-1755095400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Chicago Teacher Retreat\, Fall 2025 (Option 2) DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArchdiocese 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Scriptural Reflection and Discussion \n Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed by time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n The Spirituality of a Teacher \n Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Amy Roberts\, followed by Q &A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Christ and Our Story \n Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Forming Students Into Disciples of Christ \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Amy Roberts\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Teaching as Jesus Taught \n Jesus is the master teacher. Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we can imitate Him in the classroom. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/archdiocese-of-chicago-teacher-retreat-fall-2025-option-2/ LOCATION:Casa Iskali Our Lady of Guadalupe Campus\, 9430 W Golf Rd\, Des Plaines\, IL\, 60016\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T143000 DTSTAMP:20250807T165016Z CREATED:20250303T165008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T165016Z UID:10001216-1754987400-1755009000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Chicago Teacher Retreat\, Fall 2025 (Option 1) DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArchdiocese 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Scriptural Reflection and Discussion \n Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed by time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n The Spirituality of a Teacher \n Enjoy the first talk by Dr. Amy Roberts\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Christ and Our Story \n Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Forming Students Into Disciples of Christ \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Amy Roberts\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Teaching as Jesus Taught \n Jesus is the master teacher. Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we can imitate Him in the classroom. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/archdiocese-of-chicago-teacher-retreat-fall-2025-option-1/ LOCATION:Carmelite Spiritual Center – Elijah Hall\, 8419 Bailey Rd\, Darien\, IL\, 60561\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T143000 DTSTAMP:20250724T215031Z CREATED:20250415T194442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T215031Z UID:10001221-1754467200-1754490600@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering the Person of Jesus\, Green Bay\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-8:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:15am \n \n \n Encountering Jesus through Sacred Art \n Begin the day by examining and reflecting on who Jesus is through a variety of sacred art images that invite contemplation and personal connection. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:00am \n \n \n Who do You Say that I Am- Finding and Encountering the Lord \n Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Fully God and Fully Man \n Participate in engaging activities designed to help your students understand the two natures of Christ—Divine and human—with clarity and reverence. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-12:00pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Come and Follow Me- Allowing the Encounter to Change our Lives and the Church \n Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n Teaching as Jesus Taught \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/encountering-the-person-of-jesus-green-bay-fall-2025/ LOCATION:National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion\, 4047 Chapel Dr\, New Franken\, WI\, 54229\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,tEncountering the Person of Jesus ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250805T143000 DTSTAMP:20250718T182509Z CREATED:20250415T192232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T182509Z UID:10001220-1754380800-1754404200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Eucharistic Evangelization\, Green Bay\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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 \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-8:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:30am \n \n \n Source and Summit: The Eucharist\, Tantum Ergo\, and Bl. Pier Giorgio Frasatti \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-9:40am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:40-10:25am \n \n \n Eucharist as the Source of Evangelization \n Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:25-11:00am \n \n \n The New Covenant Sacrifice Part 1 \n Spend time engaging in activities that will help your students see Jesus more clearly in the liturgy. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-12:00pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:30pm \n \n \n Eucharistic Adoration \n Participate in a time of prayerful reflection in front of the Blessed Sacrament. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30-1:15pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:15-2:00pm \n \n \n Eucharist as the Means of Evangelization \n Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00-2:20pm \n \n \n The New Covenant Sacrifice Part 2 \n Complete the activity and discussion began before Mass. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/eucharistic-evangelization-green-bay-fall-2025/ LOCATION:National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion\, 4047 Chapel Dr\, New Franken\, WI\, 54229\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250804T143000 DTSTAMP:20250723T190916Z CREATED:20250415T195654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T190916Z UID:10001222-1754296200-1754317800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Behold Your Mother\, Diocese of Dallas\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Scriptural and Sacred Art Rosary \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Hail Mary\, Full of Grace \n Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna Paruch\, followed by Q&A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Mary\, Our Mother \n Engage in activities that will help your students understand how and why Mary is our Mother. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n My Soul Proclaims the Greatness of the Lord \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna Paruch\, followed by Q&A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Behold Your Mother Art Gallery \n Spend time exploring & reflecting on various images of Our Lady. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/behold-your-mother-diocese-of-dallas-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Philip & St. Augustine School\, 8151 Military Pkwy\, Dallas\, TX\, 75227\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Behold Your Mother ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T150000 DTSTAMP:20250325T184208Z CREATED:20241120T171702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T184208Z UID:10001205-1745917200-1745938800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Exploring Catholic Social Teaching\, Austin\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore in-depth the Church’s social teachings and ways you can help your students learn how they are called to serve God and neighbor. You’ll explore topics such as human dignity\, the corporal and spiritual works of mercy\, just war theory\, the proper role of government\, the different types of justice\, and our call to care for the poor and vulnerable. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also receive a free copy of Exploring Catholic Social Teaching\, a supplemental teacher’s guide packed with fully-developed lesson plans and activities that will help you engage your students with the Catholic Faith. \n\n\n\nThis Workshop blends scholar presentations with interactive pedagogical sessions\, giving you a chance to explore content with a respected college professor\, as well as explore and simulate practical teaching strategies with ready-to-use classroom materials. Share best practices with your fellow teachers and catechists\, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch\, and engage in both formal and informal discussions with your fellow Diocese of Austin teachers and catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-9:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:15am \n \n \n Who is My Neighbor \n Spend time engaging in activities that reflect on the parable of the Good Samaritan and what the parable can teach our students about Catholic Social Teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Getting Social About Catholic Social Teachings – History\, Purpose\, and General Overview of Catholic Social Teachings \n Enjoy the first talk by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q&A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15am-12:00pm \n \n \n The Saints and Catholic Social Teaching \n Spend time exploring the lives of the Saints and how their witness can be of utmost importance in teaching the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n Catholic Social Teachings – 7 Pillars to Building the Kingdom of God \n Enjoy the second talk by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q&A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:50pm \n \n \n Justice in Government and Citiznship \n Engage in interactive activities that will help your students understand justice and its role in government and citizenship. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/exploring-catholic-social-teaching-austin-spring-2025/ LOCATION:St. John Vianney Catholic Church\, Round Rock\, 3201 Sunrise Road\, Round Rock\, TX\, 78665\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Exploring Catholic Social Teaching ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T150000 DTSTAMP:20241204T142941Z CREATED:20241204T142836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T142941Z UID:10001206-1744275600-1744297200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Eucharistic Evangelization\, Sioux City\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Sioux City principals and teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistration for the event is being handled by the Diocese of Sioux City. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-9:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:15am \n \n \n Reflecting on the Real Presence \n Begin the day by reflecting on the beauty and gift of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Living Like We Believe \n Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. Jeremy Sienkiewicz \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15-11:45am \n \n \n Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions \n Participate in a time of prayerful reflection in front of the Blessed Sacrament. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45am-12:30pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30-1:15pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:15-2:00pm \n \n \n The Power of Eucharistic Miracles \n Spend time exploring a variety of modern day Eucharistic Miracles and how helping students learn about them can serve as an effective tool of Evangelization. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00-2:10 \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:10-2:50pm \n \n \n Being Eucharistic Missionaries \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Jeremy Sienkiewicz \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/eucharistic-evangelization-sioux-city-spring-2025/ LOCATION:St. Mary’s Parish Center\, 300 E. 3rd Street\, Storm Lake\, IA\, 50588\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000 DTSTAMP:20250310T184920Z CREATED:20240913T154308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T184920Z UID:10001196-1743841800-1743865200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:A Catholic Response to the Sin of Racism\, St. Petersburg\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore ways you can help your students understand how sin is at the root of racism and how Christ helps us overcome sin and work for holiness\, peace\, and justice. Themes include the dignity of the human person\, the virtue of justice\, and how the Church’s teachings on solidarity\, subsidiarity\, and forgiveness can help us effectively address racism. \n\n\n\nThis 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 St. Petersburg teachers and catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:00am \n \n \n Peace\, Faith\, and Culture: Foundations for the Catholic Response to Race Issues \n Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-10:45am \n \n \n Sacred Art and The Dignity of the Person \n Spend time exploring sacred art to help engage students with the beauty of the universality of the Church and our Faith. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:00am \n \n \n Walk to Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:45am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45am-12:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30-1:55pm \n \n \n Racism\, Solidarity\, and Forgiveness \n Spend time exploring how examples from American history and the Saints have shown us the importance of principle of solidarity in responding to the sin of racism\, as well as the grace of forgiveness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:55-2:05pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:05-2:50pm \n \n \n Getting to the root of Cultural Unrest: Exploring the Foundations of Catholic Social Teaching and the New Social Movements \n Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/a-catholic-response-to-the-sin-of-racism-st-petersburg-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Bethany Center\, 18150 Bethany Ctr Dr\, Lutz\, FL\, 33558\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,A Catholic Response to the Sin of Racism ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T143000 DTSTAMP:20250326T210933Z CREATED:20240808T203057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T210933Z UID:10001191-1743755400-1743777000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Chicago Teacher Retreat (Westside)\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArchdiocese 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Scriptural Reflection and Discussion \n Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed my time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n The Spirituality of a Teacher \n Enjoy the first talk by Sr. M. Karolyn Nunes \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Christ and Our Story \n Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Forming Students Into Disciples of Christ \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. M. Karolyn Nunes \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Teaching as Jesus Taught \n Jesus is the master teacher. Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we can imitate Him in the classroom. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/archdiocese-of-chicago-teacher-retreat-westside-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Carmelite Spiritual Center – Elijah Hall\, 8419 Bailey Rd\, Darien\, IL\, 60561\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T150000 DTSTAMP:20250310T171315Z CREATED:20240618T182855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T171315Z UID:10001178-1742459400-1742482800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Metuchen\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Metuchen catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture \n This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n The Gift of Our Bodies \n Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help your students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-1:55pm \n \n \n Stretch Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:55-2:45pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical Tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:45-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-metuchen-spring-2025/ LOCATION:St. John Neumann Pastoral Center\, 146 Metlars Ln\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T160000 DTSTAMP:20250211T205742Z CREATED:20250115T161717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T205742Z UID:10001208-1742371200-1742400000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Springfield- Cape Girardeau Principals. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-8:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:15am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person Through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:30am \n \n \n Theological Considerations: A Basic Overview of Theology of the Body \n Spend time reflecting on the beautiful teachings of the Theology of the Body and how it is the key to addressing the problems that have arisen from gender ideology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:40am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:40-11:20am \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:20-11:30am \n \n \n Drive/Walk to Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:30pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:00pm \n \n \n Address by Bishop Rice \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00-2:50pm \n \n \n The Gift of Our Bodies \n Participate in hands-on activities that will help students deepen their understanding of Christian Anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:00-3:45pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:45-4:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-diocese-of-springfield-cape-girardeau-spring-2025/ LOCATION:The Landing\, 110 Front St\, Van Buren\, MO\, 63965\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250317T150000 DTSTAMP:20250310T170650Z CREATED:20250116T202123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T170650Z UID:10001210-1742198400-1742223600@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Diocese of St. Augustine\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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 St. Augustine teachers and catechists. \n\n\n\nThis Workshop is being offered at the following two locations: \n\n\n\nBishop Kenny High School\, 1055 Kingman Ave\, Jacksonville\, FL 32207 \n\n\n\nBishop Snyder High School\, 5001 Samaritan Way\, Jacksonville\, FL 32210 \n\n\n\nRegistrations are being handled by the Diocese of St. Augustine and schools will be assigned a location by the Office of Catholic Schools \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture \n This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n The Gift of Our Bodies \n Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help your students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Scriptural Reflection and Rosary \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-1:55pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:55-2:50pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical Tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-diocese-of-st-augustine-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Diocese of St. Augustine\, Florida CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T150000 DTSTAMP:20250115T160146Z CREATED:20241024T172327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T160146Z UID:10001201-1741078800-1741100400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering God's Love in the Sacraments\, Peoria\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Peoria teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by the Diocese of Peoria. Contact Jerry Sanderson at jsanderson@cdop.org to register. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-9:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:15am \n \n \n Sacred Art\, Pop Culture\, and Catechesis \n Spend time reflecting on pop culture references and sacred art images and how you can use them to engage your students in the teaching of various truths of our Faith. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Encountering God in the Sacraments \n Enjoy the first talk by Sr. Johanna. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15am-12:00pm \n \n \n The Eucharist and the Passover \n Spend time exploring how the Passover comes to its true fulfillment in the Sacrament of the Eucharist through interactive hands-on activities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n The Sacraments and Discipleship \n Enjoy the second talk by Sr. Johanna \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:50pm \n \n \n The Power and Mercy of God: Reconciliation \n Sophia Institute for Teachers Staff will lead an interactive and hands-on pedagogical session on the sacrament of Reconciliation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/encountering-gods-love-in-the-sacraments-peoria-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Spalding Pastoral Center\, 419 NE Madison Ave\,\, Peoria\, IL\, 61603\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Source and Summit: The Holy Eucharist ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T141500 DTSTAMP:20250221T195845Z CREATED:20241024T162325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T195845Z UID:10001200-1740470400-1740492900@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Teaching Through Beauty\, Arlington\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-8:45am \n \n \n Program Introducion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:15am \n \n \n Encountering Beauty: The Annunciation \n Engage in a hands-on activity that uses music and art to reflect on the mystery of the Annunciation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:00am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:45am \n \n \n Beauty: What Is It? \n Enjoy the first talk by Dr. John-Mark Miravalle \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:00am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00am-11:45am \n \n \n Encountering Beauty Through Architecture \n Spend time reflecting on the grandeur and beauty of St. Peter's Basilica. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45-12:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30-1:15pm \n \n \n The Enemies of Beauty \n Enjoy the second talk by Dr. John-Mark Miravalle \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:15-1:25pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:25-2:05pm \n \n \n Encountering Beauty: Ne Irascaris Domine \n Spend time examining the music and lyrics of an ancient hymn and how it can lead us to a deeper contrition of heart and soul. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:05-2:15pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/teaching-through-beauty-arlington-spring-2025/ LOCATION:St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church\, 5222 Sideburn Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22032\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Source and Summit: The Holy Eucharist ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T143000 DTSTAMP:20241209T143326Z CREATED:20240808T191704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T143326Z UID:10001189-1738657800-1738679400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Chicago Principals Retreat\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Retreat Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nArchdiocese of Chicago Principals 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 principal. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Scriptural Reflection and Discussion \n Spend time engaging in a scriptural meditation followed my time to debrief and discuss with your colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Equipping Ourselves to Serve \n Enjoy the first talk by James Melone. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Christ and Our Story \n Spend time reflecting on how you have encountered Christ in your own life and how to best share that encounter with others. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n Celebrated by Bishop Robert Casey and music by Craig & Kristin Colson \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Equipping Our Teachers to Serve Others \n Enjoy the second presentation by James Melone \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Leading Like Jesus Did \n Reflect on various passages from the Gospels and see how Jesus serves as the model for leadership. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/archdiocese-of-chicago-principals-retreat-spring-2025/ LOCATION:The Carleton of Oak Park Hotel\, 1110 Pleasant St.\, Oak Park\, IL\, 60302\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250110T150000 DTSTAMP:20250107T163957Z CREATED:20240919T195759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T163957Z UID:10001197-1736499600-1736521200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering God's Love in the Sacraments\, San Antonio\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin our Workshop staff for a FREE one-day Workshop on the Sacraments. 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\, Marriage\, and Reconciliation\, as well as how to engage students using sacred art. \n\n\n\nThis 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 San Antonio teachers and catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:45am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:15am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-10:30am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-11:00am \n \n \n Making Visible the Invisible \n Spend time reflecting on what it means to have a Sacramental Worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:45am \n \n \n “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels” (2Cor. 4:7) – An overview of the 7 Sacraments through the Theology of the Body Lens \n Enjoy the first talk by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45-12:00pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Free\, Total\, Faithful\, Fruitful: The Sacrament of Matrimony \n Spend time reflecting on the Sacrament of Matrimony. Partake in hands-on activities that will help your students come to a deeper understanding of the most attacked sacrament by the culture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n Diamonds in the Rough (Wis. 13:5): How the 7 Sacraments Empower Us with Beauty and Greatness \n Enjoy the second talk by Deacon Anthony\, followed by Q & A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:50pm \n \n \n The Power and Mercy of God: Reconciliation \n Sophia Institute for Teachers Staff will lead an interactive and hands-on pedagogical session on the sacrament of Reconciliation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/encountering-gods-love-in-the-sacraments-san-antonio-spring-2025/ LOCATION:Holy Redeemer Catholic Church\, 1819 Nevada St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78203\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Source and Summit: The Holy Eucharist ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T143000 DTSTAMP:20241119T151444Z CREATED:20240924T191302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T151444Z UID:10001198-1736152200-1736173800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Prayer: A Conversation with God\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, Spring 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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  teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by your Principal. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:15am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Check-in and Breakfast \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:00am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:30am \n \n \n Praying with Music and Sacred Art \n Learn how you can incorporate sacred music and art into your classroom to enhance your students’ prayer lives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-11:15am \n \n \n Prayer: A Surge of the Heart \n Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15-11:30am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Speak Lord\, Your Servant Is Listening \n Experience guided meditations\, and receive tips for sharing them with your students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n The Lord's Prayer \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sister Johanna \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Seek and You Will Find; Knock and the Door Will be Opened \n Explore the different types of prayer and learn ways to help your students understand and enter into them as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/prayer-a-conversation-with-god-archdiocese-of-omaha-spring-2025/ LOCATION:St Wenceslaus School\, 15353 Pacific St\, Omaha\, NE\, 68154\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T143000 DTSTAMP:20241104T185500Z CREATED:20240925T145141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T185500Z UID:10001199-1731573000-1731594600@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Holy Day\, Holy Year: Living the Liturgical Calendar\, Charlotte\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore the roots of the Church’s liturgical year and how you can lead your students to appreciate and live it throughout the year. You will explore activities to implement in your classroom throughout the six seasons of the liturgical year: Advent\, Christmas\, Lent\, Sacred Pascal Triduum\, Easter\, and Ordinary Time. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Charlotte teachers. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Walking and Feasting with the Saints \n Explore a variety of interactive activities to help engage your students in the various liturgical feasts that take place throughout the school year.rn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n A Sacramental Worldview \n Enjoy the first presentation by Joan Watson. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n St. Augustine's Perspective on Time \n Reflect on St. Augustine's perspective on time and how to help your students live more in tune with God's timing. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n The Blessed Mother in the Life of the Church \n Explore various images of the Virgin Mary and discuss the power of her life and witness in the liturgical life of the Church. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n Living Kairos \n Enjoy the second presentation by Joan Watson \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/holy-day-holy-year-living-the-liturgical-calendar-charlotte-fall-2024/ LOCATION:St. Patrick Cathedral\, 1621 Dilworth Rd E\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28203\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Source and Summit: The Holy Eucharist ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T150000 DTSTAMP:20241022T235806Z CREATED:20240621T201914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T235806Z UID:10001180-1731486600-1731510000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Peoria\, Fall 2024\, Nov. 13th DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Peoria teachers and catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture \n This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n The Gift of the Body \n Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help their students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-12:45pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:15pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical Tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:15-2:15pm \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-peoria-fall-2024-nov-13th/ LOCATION:Spalding Pastoral Center\, 419 NE Madison Ave\,\, Peoria\, IL\, 61603\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T153000 DTSTAMP:20241016T140048Z CREATED:20240621T201255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T140048Z UID:10001179-1731402000-1731425400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Peoria\, Fall 2024\, Nov. 12th DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Peoria teachers and catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-9:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:15am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture \n This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15am-12:00pm \n \n \n The Superpowers of Men and Women \n Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help their students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:25pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:25-3:15pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical Tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:15-3:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-peoria-fall-2024-nov-12th/ LOCATION:St. Philomena Catholic Parish\, 1000 W Albany Avenue\, Peoria\, 61604\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T143000 DTSTAMP:20240604T162112Z CREATED:20240426T173056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T162112Z UID:10001172-1731054600-1731076200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Behold Your Mother\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Scriptural and Sacred Art Rosary \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Hail Mary\, Full of Grace \n Enjoy the first presentation by Deacon Anthony. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Mary\, Our Mother \n Engage in activities that will help your students understand how and why Mary is our Mother. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n My Soul Proclaims the Greatness of the Lord \n Enjoy the second presentation by Deacon Anthony. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Behold Your Mother Art Gallery \n Spend time exploring reflecting of various images of Our Lady. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/behold-your-mother-archdiocese-of-omaha-fall-2024/ LOCATION:St. Bonaventure Catholic Church\, 1565 18th Ave\, Columbus\, NE\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Behold Your Mother ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T143000 DTSTAMP:20241009T141625Z CREATED:20240826T211439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T141625Z UID:10001194-1730880000-1730903400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Eucharistic Evangelization\, Arlington\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhy 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-8:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:15am \n \n \n Reflecting on the Real Presence \n Begin the day by reflecting on the beauty and gift of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:00am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:30am \n \n \n Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions \n Participate in a time of prayerful reflection in front of the Blessed Sacrament. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Living Like We Believe \n Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-11:40am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:40-12:20pm \n \n \n The Meaning of the Mass \n Find creative ways to help students understand and enter into the realities taking place in the Mass more deeply and intetionally. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:20-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Being Eucharistic Missionaries \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n The Eucharist in Sacred Art \n Spend time reflecting on the mystery of the Eucharist as depicted in a selection of sacred art images. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/eucharistic-evangelization-arlington-fall-2024/ LOCATION:St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church\, 5222 Sideburn Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22032\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T150000 DTSTAMP:20241018T183235Z CREATED:20240322T171431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T183235Z UID:10001165-1730277000-1730300400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Palm Beach\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture \n This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n The Gift of Our Bodies \n Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help their students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-1:55pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:55-2:50pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical Tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-palm-beach-fall-2024/ LOCATION:St. John Paul II Academy\, 4001 N Military Trl\, Boca Raton\, FL\, 33431\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T150000 DTSTAMP:20241017T150150Z CREATED:20240627T183530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T150150Z UID:10001183-1729931400-1729954800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Christian Anthropology: Responding to Modern Challenges\, Diocese of Salina\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAre trans people sinful? Is sex a spectrum? Are sex and “gender” two different things? At this workshop\, we’ll unpack both theology and science to answer these questions and more. Learn the beauty of the Church’s teaching on the human person\, and how to share that truth with charity and compassion. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Salina teachers and catechists. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Defining the Human Person through Images \n Examine sacred art and other images to discuss how Christian anthropology and gender ideology define the human person. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n A Clash of Anthropologies: Responding to the Current Culture \n This session will explore the current secular cultural view and contrast it with the Catholic worldview. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n The Gift of Our Bodies \n Engage in hands-on interactive activities that will help their students have a firmer grasp on Christian anthropology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Scientific and Medical Considerations \n This session will explore the science behind biological sex and medical consequences of surgical procedures performed on those seeking to “transition”. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-1:55pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:55-2:45pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response: Practical Tips on Accompanying Students and Parents \n Learn what the Church truly means by accompaniment and receive practical strategies to help guide students and parents who are hurting. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:45-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/christian-anthropology-responding-to-modern-challenges-diocese-of-salina-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Sacred Heart Cathedral\, 118 N. Ninth Street\, Salina\, 67401\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Christian Anthropology: Addressing Modern Challenges ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T151500 DTSTAMP:20240627T181214Z CREATED:20240627T172647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T181214Z UID:10001181-1729157400-1729178100@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Prayer: A Conversation with God\, Diocese of Duluth\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Duluth teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by your Principal and the Diocese of Duluth. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-10:00am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:30am \n \n \n Check-in and Refreshments \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:15am \n \n \n Praying with Music and Sacred Art \n Learn how you can incorporate sacred music and art into your classroom to enhance your students’ prayer lives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15am-12:00pm \n \n \n Prayer: A Surge of the Heart \n Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. James Pauley. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Speak Lord\, Your Servant Is Listening \n Experience guided meditations\, and receive tips for sharing them with your students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n The Lord's Prayer \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. James Pauley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:30pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:30-3:00pm \n \n \n Seek and You Will Find; Knock and the Door Will be Opened \n Explore the different types of prayer and learn ways to help your students understand and enter into them as well. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:00-3:15pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/prayer-a-conversation-with-god-diocese-of-duluth-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Stella Maris-St. James Campus\, 715 N 57th Ave W\, Duluth\, MN\, 55807\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T143000 DTSTAMP:20241004T160634Z CREATED:20240819T134506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T160634Z UID:10001193-1728635400-1728657000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Holy Day\, Holy Year: Living the Liturgical Calendar\, Galveston-Houston\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore the roots of the Church’s liturgical year and how you can lead your students to appreciate and live it throughout the year. You will explore activities to implement in your classroom throughout the six seasons of the liturgical year: Advent\, Christmas\, Lent\, Sacred Pascal Triduum\, Easter\, and Ordinary Time. \n\n\n\nThis 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 religion coordinators. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-945am \n \n \n Walking and Feasting with the Saints \n Explore a variety of interactive activities to help engage your students in the various liturgical feasts that take place throughout the school year.rn \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n The Meaning of the Mass \n Participate in hands-on activities that will help your students come to see the true meaning of the Mass. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-10:45am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:30am \n \n \n Teaching the Liturgical Calendar \n Find creative ways to incorporate and teach the liturgical calendar throughout the school year with your students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:15pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-12:45pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Becoming God: Gospel\, Life\, Eternity \n Enjoy the first presentation by Michael Gormley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-1:40pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:40-2:20pm \n \n \n From Life to Liturgy and Back Again \n Enjoy the second presentation by Michael Gormley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/holy-day-holy-year-galveston-houston-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Holy Name Retreat Center\, 430 Bunker Hill Rd\, Houston\, TX\, 77024\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Living Sacramentally and Liturgically ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241011T140000 DTSTAMP:20240925T154305Z CREATED:20240808T182253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T154305Z UID:10001187-1728633600-1728655200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Evangelizing Catechesis\, Diocese of Orange\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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.  \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by the Diocese of Orange Office of Catholic Schools. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:15-8:45am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:15am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:30am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-10:00am \n \n \n The Jesus Elevator Pitch \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:45am \n \n \n Our Call to Evangelize \n Enjoy the first talk by Chris Stewart. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:00am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:45am \n \n \n A Pedagogy of Encounter \n Spend time reflecting on the pedagogy of Jesus and how we as teachers can imitate His pedagogy. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45am-12:15pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n The Kerygma and Evangelization \n Enjoy the second talk by Chris Stewart \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:50pm \n \n \n Sharing your Story \n Spend time reflecting on how Christ has worked in your life and how you can share that story with your students. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:50-2:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/evangelizing-catechesis-diocese-of-orange-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Diocese of Orange Pastoral Center\, 13280 Chapman Avenue\, Garden Grove\, 92840\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Rooting Our Catechesis in the Gospel ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T150000 DTSTAMP:20240813T180101Z CREATED:20240604T161135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T180101Z UID:10001177-1727859600-1727881200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Created in His Image: Exploring the Theology of the Body\, Grand Rapids\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore St. John Paul II’s teachings on the Theology of the Body and how you can lead your students to understand what it means to be made in the image and likeness of God\, male and female. You’ll also explore ways to appropriately teach about purity\, human sexuality\, biological sex\, and other topics related to Theology of the Body in age appropriate ways. \n\n\n\nYou’ll also receive a free copy of either Human Sexuality or Everyday Theology of the Body\, a supplemental teacher’s guide packed with lessons and activities that will help you bring your students into a deeper understanding of the Theology of the Body. \n\n\n\nThis 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 Grand Rapids teachers. \n\n\n \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-9:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:15am \n \n \n Making Visible the Invisible \n Engage in hands-on activities that will help your students see the spiritual realities communicated by material creation\, including our bodies. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Teaching Theology of the Body to Kids\, Tweens\, and Teens \n Enjoy the first of two presentations by Monica Ashour\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:15am-12:00pm \n \n \n Male and Female He Created Them \n Engage in hands-on activities that will help students understand more deeply what it means to be created in God’s image\, male or female \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:15pm \n \n \n A Pastoral Response to Modern Challenges \n Enjoy the second presentation by Monica Ashour\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:50pm \n \n \n Fearfully and Wonderfully Made Art Gallery \n Learn how you can use works of art depicting the beauty of creation and the human person to enhance your teaching \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/created-in-his-image-exploring-the-theology-of-the-body-grand-rapids-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Cathedral Square Center\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Made In His Image: Exploring the Theology of the Body ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T123000 DTSTAMP:20240711T200119Z CREATED:20240711T200112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240711T200119Z UID:10001185-1727683200-1728045000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Archdiocese of Los Angeles High School Faith Formation Days: Catholic Social Teaching and Racial Reconciliation\, Fall 2024 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore the beauty of Catholic Social Teaching and how the principles taught by it and the Gospel are the answer to bringing about racial reconciliation.  \n\n\n\nThe Archdiocese of Los Angeles High School Faith Formation Days will take place on September 30th\, October 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd\, & 4th of 2024 in the 5 different regions of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. \n\n\n\nSeptember 30th:  San Gabriel Region-Bishop Amat High School \n\n\n\nOctober 1st:  San Fernando Region- Bishop Alemany High School \n\n\n\nOctober 2nd:  Our Lady of the Angels Region- Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loreto HS \n\n\n\nOctober 3rd:  Santa Barbara Region- St. Bonaventure High School \n\n\n\nOctober 4th:  San Pedro Region- St. Pius X-St. Matthias Academy \n\n\n\nRegistration for these days is being handled by your principal and the Archdiocese of Los Angeles \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Refreshments and Check-in \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-8:45am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:15am \n \n \n Lectio Divina Reflection on Reconciliation \n Begin our time together by prayerfully reflecting on Scripture and engaging in discussion with your colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:00am \n \n \n Catholic Social Teaching and Racial Reconciliation Part 1 \n Enjoy the first presentation by Danielle Brown \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:15am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Catholic Social Teaching and Racial Reconciliation Part 2 \n Enjoy the second presentation by Danielle Brown. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:30am \n \n \n Guided Small Group Discussions and Reflections \n Spend some time engaging in discussion and diving deeper into today's topic with your colleagues in small groups. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30am-12:30pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30pm \n \n \n Lunch and Dismissal URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/archdiocese-of-los-angeles-high-school-faith-formation-days-catholic-social-teaching-and-racial-reconciliation-fall-2024/ LOCATION:Archdiocese of Los Angeles\, Various Locations CATEGORIES:Workshops,A Catholic Response to the Sin of Racism ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR