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: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 BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T124500 DTSTAMP:20260108T194105Z CREATED:20251216T172655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T194105Z UID:10001254-1770192000-1770295500@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Diocese of Fresno Principal's Retreat\, February 2026 DESCRIPTION:Retreat Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \n\n\n\nThis 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. \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, February 4th \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-9:00am \n \n \n Optional Breakfast \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-10:00am \n \n \n Morning Prayer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:45am \n \n \n Is God an Idea or a Person? \n Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the first theme of the book "Remain in Me". \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:00am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:30am \n \n \n Lectio Divina and Small Group Discussion \n Pray with a passage from one of the Gospels and reflect with your colleagues on the themes from the first presentation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:00pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Knowing God \n Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the second theme in the book. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:30pm \n \n \n Coming to Know God Through Beauty \n Pray with and reflect on a variety of sacred art images and discuss your observations and reflections with your colleagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:30-3:00pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:00-4:00pm \n \n \n Loving God \n Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the third theme in the book. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 4:00-5:00pm \n \n \n Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 5:00-6:00pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 6:00-7:00pm \n \n \n Dinner \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:00pm \n \n \n Social Gathering/Free Time \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, February 5th \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:15am \n \n \n Morning Prayer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:15-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-10:00am \n \n \n Serving God \n Enjoy a presentation reflecting on the final theme in the book. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:45am \n \n \n Small Group Discussion and Reflection \n Gather in small groups to pray and share concluding reflections on the themes explored. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-11:00am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:30am \n \n \n Personal Prayer Time \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:00pm \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 12:45pm \n \n \n Dismissal URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/diocese-of-fresno-principals-retreat-february-2026/ LOCATION:St. Anthony Retreat and Conference Center\, 43816 Sierra Dr\, Three Rivers\, CA\, 93271\, 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:20260119T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T143000 DTSTAMP:20251204T141232Z CREATED:20250930T171517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T141232Z UID:10001246-1768811400-1768833000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering the Person of Jesus\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, January 2026 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 collaboration your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha 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 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 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 10:30-11:15am \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 11:15-11:30am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:15pm \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 12:15-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \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 1:45-2:20pm \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 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/encountering-the-person-of-jesus-omaha-january-2026/ LOCATION:Norfolk Catholic School\, 204 S 5th St\, Norfolk\, NE\, 68701\, 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:20260105T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260105T143000 DTSTAMP:20250930T170645Z CREATED:20250930T170642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T170645Z UID:10001245-1767601800-1767623400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering God's Love in the Sacraments\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, January 2026 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 breakfast and lunch with your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this event is being handled by your principal. \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.rn \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-january-2026/ LOCATION:Holy Trinity Catholic School\, 502 S. Broadway\, Hartington\, 68739\, 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:20251124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251124T143000 DTSTAMP:20251029T210751Z CREATED:20250929T185747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T210751Z UID:10001243-1763973000-1763994600@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:The Beatitudes and the Moral Life\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, November 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover 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. \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 Workshop is being handled by your principal. \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 8:00-8:45am \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 “Dinner Party” with the Saints \n Participate in an interactive activity to introduce your students to the saints in a whole new way. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:45am \n \n \n The Beatitudes and the Moral Life \n Enjoy the first of two presentations by Dr. Jason King\, followed by Q & A. \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 Rules\, Freedom\, Sin\, and Virtue \n 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. \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 Moral Life and Discipleship \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Jason King\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:15-2:00pm \n \n \n Because I’m Happy!: The Beatitudes as the Path to Happiness \n Help your students more clearly define happiness and see how the Beatitudes are a blueprint for that happiness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00-2:15pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/the-beatitudes-and-the-moral-life-archdiocese-of-omaha-november-2025/ LOCATION:St. Thomas More Catholic School\, 3515 S. 48th Ave\, Omaha\, 68106\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,The Beatitudes and the Moral Life ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T140000 DTSTAMP:20250919T181811Z CREATED:20250718T160354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T181811Z UID:10001234-1762934400-1762956000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering the Person of Jesus\, Arlington\, 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 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 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 Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-10:45am \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 10:45-11:00am \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:45am \n \n \n Encountering Jesus in Sacred Scripture \n 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. \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 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 1:15-1:50pm \n \n \n Following Jesus and Encountering Him in the Eucharist \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:50-2:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/encountering-the-person-of-jesus-arlington-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Mary of Sorrows Catholic Church\, 5222 Sideburn Rd.\, Fairfax\, VA\, 22032\, 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:20251104T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T151500 DTSTAMP:20251021T203857Z CREATED:20250603T140004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T203857Z UID:10001225-1762245000-1762269300@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:The Catholic Faith and Science\, St. Louis\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\n\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 with your fellow teachers\, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch\, and engage in both formal and informal discussions. \n\n\n\nWe extend a sincere thank you to Dave Sinclair Buick GMC\, whose generous gift made this event possible! \n\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 Wonders of Nature \n Reflect on various images of creation and discover how they reveal the harmony between faith and reason. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:45am \n \n \n What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God\, Jesus\, and the Eucharist Part 1 \n Enjoy the first talk by Fr. Spitzer\, followed by Q & A. \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 Scientific Evidence for an Intelligent Creator \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45-12:30pm \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 1:15-2:15pm \n \n \n What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God\, Jesus\, and the Eucharist Part 2 \n Enjoy the second talk by Fr. Spitzer followed by Q&A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:25pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:25-3:05pm \n \n \n Exploring Eucharistic Miracles \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:05-3:15pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/the-catholic-faith-and-science-st-louis-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Catherine Laboure Catholic School\, 9740 Sappington Rd\, Sappington\, MO\, 63128\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,The Catholic Faith and Science ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T143000 DTSTAMP:20250930T180953Z CREATED:20250930T180919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T180953Z UID:10001250-1762158600-1762180200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Rooting Our Catechesis in the Gospel\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, November 2025 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 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.  \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\, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch\, and engage in both formal and informal discussions with your fellow Archdiocese of Omaha Teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistration for this day is being handled by your principal. \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 8:30-9:00am \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 The Jesus Elevator Pitch \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 1 \n Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna\, 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 Parables of the Kingdom \n 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. \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 Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 2 \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Apples to Kerygma \n Discover ways to ensure every doctrine taught relates back to the core Gospel message. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/rooting-our-catechesis-in-the-gospel-archdiocese-of-omaha-november-2025/ LOCATION:St. Bonaventure Catholic Church\, 1565 18th Ave\, Columbus\, NE\, 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:20251025T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T153000 DTSTAMP:20250908T191217Z CREATED:20250818T174948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T191217Z UID:10001240-1761375600-1761406200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles Santa Barbara Regional Congress DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \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. \n\n\n\nTo 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! \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:00-8:45am \n \n \n Check-in and Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-10:15am \n \n \n Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It \n Enjoy a session led by Dr. Scott Sollom\, followed by Q&A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:25-11:45am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45-12:55pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-2:10pm \n \n \n Speak Lord\, Your Servant Is Listening \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:10-2:20pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-3:30pm \n \n \n Sing to the Lord a New Song \n 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. URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/prayer-a-conversation-with-god-teacher-track-at-archdiocese-of-los-angeles-santa-barbara-regional-congress/ LOCATION:St. Bonaventure High School\, 3167 Telegraph Rd.\, Ventura\, CA\, 93003\, 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:20251018T070000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T154500 DTSTAMP:20250919T192147Z CREATED:20250818T175953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T192147Z UID:10001241-1760770800-1760802300@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles Our Lady of the Angels Regional Congress DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \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. \n\n\n\nTo 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! \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:00-8:00am \n \n \n Check-in and Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:30am \n \n \n Opening Ceremony and Prayer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-10:15am \n \n \n Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It \n Enjoy a session led by Dr. Scott Sollom\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:30-11:45am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:45-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-2:15pm \n \n \n Speak Lord\, Your Servant Is Listening \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:30pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:30-3:45pm \n \n \n Sing to the Lord a New Song \n 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. URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/prayer-a-conversation-with-god-teacher-track-at-archdiocese-of-los-angeles-our-lady-of-the-angels-regional-congress/ LOCATION:St. Monica Catholic Community\, 725 California Ave\, Santa Monica\, 90403\, 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:20251016T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T143000 DTSTAMP:20251008T190751Z CREATED:20250528T182259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T190751Z UID:10001224-1760603400-1760625000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:The Mission of the Catholic School Teacher\, Diocese of Orange\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat 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. \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 \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 The Mission of The Catholic School \n Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Johanna\, 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 The Transcendentals: Truth\, Beauty\, and Goodness \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:30am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Faith and Reason \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n The Mission of the Catholic School Teacher \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Johanna\, followed by Q & A. \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 The Spirituality of a Teacher \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/the-mission-of-the-catholic-school-teacher-diocese-of-orange-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Joseph Center at the CSJ Educational Network\, 440 S Batavia St.\, Orange\, CA\, 92868\, 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:20251013T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T143000 DTSTAMP:20250929T194818Z CREATED:20250507T174903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T194818Z UID:10001223-1760344200-1760365800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Teaching Through Beauty\, Palm Beach\, Fall 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 Palm Beach 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 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introducion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Sing a New Song Unto the Lord \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Beauty: What Is It? \n Enjoy the first talk by Sr. Johanna. \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 Wonders of Creation \n 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 \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 The Enemies of Beauty \n Enjoy the second talk Sr. Johanna \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Practicum: Create Your Own Sacred Art Lesson \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/teaching-through-beauty-palm-beach-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Juliana School\, 4355 S Olive Ave #2725\, West Palm Beach\, FL\, 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:20251010T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T150000 DTSTAMP:20251007T135555Z CREATED:20250625T150436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T135555Z UID:10001231-1760085000-1760108400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Salvation History: A Story of Love & Mercy\, Galveston-Houston\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \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 teachers. \n\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 8:30-9:00am \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 Sacred Art and Salvation History \n Explore the story of Salvation History through various images. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n The Story of Salvation Part 1 \n Enjoy the first talk Dr. Daniel Garland\, 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 God Keeps His Promises \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:10pm \n \n \n The Saints and Mercy \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:10-12:45pm \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 Story of Salvation Part 2 \n Enjoy the second talk by Dr. Daniel Garland\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:15-2:45pm \n \n \n Collaboration Session: The Works of Mercy \n It’s your turn! Share lesson and activity ideas that you have seen bear fruit in your students’ lives. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:45-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/salvation-history-a-story-of-love-mercy-galveston-houston-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School\, 6802 Buffalo Speedway\, Houston\, TX\, 77025\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,Salvation History: A Story of Love and Mercy ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T161500 DTSTAMP:20250819T093603Z CREATED:20250818T174110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T093603Z UID:10001239-1759564800-1759594500@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles San Pedro Regional Congress DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \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. \n\n\n\nTo 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! \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:30-10:45am \n \n \n Check-in and Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Opening Ceremony and Prayer \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:30am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:45-12:00pm \n \n \n Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It \n Enjoy a session led by Dr. Scott Sollom\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-1:15pm \n \n \n Lunch and Exhibitor Visits \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:45pm \n \n \n Speak Lord\, Your Servant Is Listening \n 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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:45-3:00pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 3:00-4:15pm \n \n \n Sing to the Lord a New Song \n 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. URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/prayer-a-conversation-with-god-teacher-track-at-archdiocese-of-los-angeles-san-pedro-regional-congress/ LOCATION:St. Joseph High School\, 5825 Woodruff Ave.\, Lakewood\, 90713\, 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:20251003T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T143000 DTSTAMP:20250910T153352Z CREATED:20250811T182816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T153352Z UID:10001237-1759478400-1759501800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Teaching Through Beauty\, San Francisco\, Fall 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 Oakland teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistrations for this event are bing handled by the Archdiocese of San Francisco and your principals. \n\n\n\nFour Workshops will be held simultaneously on October 3\, 2025 in one of the following four locations: \n\n\n\nSt. Pius in Redwood City \n\n\n\nSt. Hilary in Tiburon \n\n\n\nSt. Anne in San Francisco \n\n\n\nHoly Name in San Francisco \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 Sing a New Song Unto the Lord \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-10:00am \n \n \n Beauty: What Is It and Why it Matters \n Enjoy the first presentation by a respected Catholic scholar\, 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 The Enemies of Beauty \n Enjoy the second presentation by a respected Catholic scholar\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:00-11:30am \n \n \n The Wonders of Creation \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:00pm \n \n \n Teaching with Sacred Art \n Reflect on selected masterpieces and learn practical strategies for using images to invite wonder\, stir prayer\, and cultivate a sense of the sacred. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:00-12:30pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:30-1:00pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Practicum: Create Your Own Sacred Art Lesson \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/teaching-through-beauty-san-francisco-fall-2025/ LOCATION:Archdiocese of San Franciso\, Various Locations\, San Francisco\, California\, 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:20251002T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T143000 DTSTAMP:20250910T153801Z CREATED:20250710T180225Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T153801Z UID:10001233-1759393800-1759415400@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Teaching Through Beauty\, Oakland\, Fall 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 Oakland teachers. \n\n\n\nRegistrations for this event are bing handled by the Diocese of Oakland office for Catholic schools. To register please contact Susanna- sdrummond@csdo.org \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 8:30-9:00am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:15am \n \n \n Program Introducion \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:15-9:45am \n \n \n Sing a New Song Unto the Lord \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Beauty\, the Doorway to Faith \n Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. Matthew Ramage\, 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 The Face of God in the Beauty of Creation \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Matthew Ramage\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:10pm \n \n \n The Wonders of Creation \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:10-1:00pm \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-1:45pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Practicum: Create Your Own Sacred Art Lesson \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/teaching-through-beauty-oakland-fall-2025/ LOCATION:The Cathedral of Christ the Light\, 2121 Harrison St\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, 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:20250927T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T161500 DTSTAMP:20250819T093322Z CREATED:20250818T165221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T093322Z UID:10001238-1758960000-1758989700@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Prayer: A Conversation with God- Teacher Track at Archdiocese of Los Angeles San Fernando Regional Congress DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe 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. \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. \n\n\n\nTo 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! \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 7:00-8:00am \n \n \n Check-in and Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:15-9:45am \n \n \n Holy Mass \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:00-11:30am \n \n \n Prayer: What It Is and How to Do It \n Enjoy a session led by Joan Watson that includes time for Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 11:30-12:45pm \n \n \n Lunch and Exhibitor Visits \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:00-2:30pm \n \n \n Speak Lord\, Your Servant Is Listening \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:30-2:45pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:45-4:15pm \n \n \n Sing to the Lord a New Song \n 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. URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/prayer-a-conversation-with-god-teacher-track-at-archdiocese-of-los-angeles-san-fernando-regional-congress/ LOCATION:Bishop Alemany High School\, 11111 North Alemany Dr.\, Mission Hills\, CA\, 91345\, 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:20250924T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T150000 DTSTAMP:20250723T191307Z CREATED:20250710T172857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T191307Z UID:10001232-1758700800-1758726000@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:The Catholic Faith and Science\, Archdiocese of Cincinnati\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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. \n\n\n\n\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 with your fellow teachers\, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch\, and engage in both formal and informal discussions. \n\n\n\nRegistration 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 \n\n\n\nSchedule\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:00-8:45am \n \n \n Breakfast and Check-In \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 8:45-9:00am \n \n \n Program Introduction \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:00-9:30am \n \n \n Wonders of Nature \n Reflect on various images of creation and discover how they reveal the harmony between faith and reason. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:30-10:30am \n \n \n What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God\, Jesus\, and the Eucharist Part 1 \n Enjoy the first talk by Fr. Spitzer\, 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 Scientific Evidence for an Intelligent Creator \n 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. \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 1:00-2:00pm \n \n \n What Students Need to Know to Maintain their Faith in College and Beyond: Scientific Evidence for God\, Jesus\, and the Eucharist Part 2 \n Enjoy the second talk by Fr. Spitzer followed by Q&A \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:00-2:10pm \n \n \n Break \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:10-2:50pm \n \n \n Exploring Eucharistic Miracles \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:50-3:00pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/the-catholic-faith-and-science-archdiocese-of-cincinnati-fall-2025/ LOCATION:The Presidential Banquet Center\, 4548 Presidential Way\, Kettering\, OH\, 45429\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,The Catholic Faith and Science ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T143000 DTSTAMP:20250723T185800Z CREATED:20250624T125201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T185800Z UID:10001230-1758269700-1758292200@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:The Beatitudes and the Moral Life\, Archdiocese of Omaha\, Fall 2025 DESCRIPTION:Workshop Overview\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscover 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. \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 Workshop is being handled by your principal. \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 8:15-9:00am \n \n \n Holy Mass \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 “Dinner Party” with the Saints \n Participate in an interactive activity to introduce your students to the saints in a whole new way. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n The Beatitudes and the True Meaning of Life \n Enjoy the first of two presentations by Dr. Ramage\, 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 11:15-12:00pm \n \n \n Rules\, Freedom\, Sin\, and Virtue \n 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. \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 The Freedom of a Virtuous Life \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. Ramage\, followed by Q&A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:30-2:20pm \n \n \n Because I’m Happy!: The Beatitudes as the Path to Happiness \n Help your students more clearly define happiness and see how the Beatitudes are a blueprint for that happiness. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/the-beatitudes-and-the-moral-life-archdiocese-of-omaha-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Robert Bellarmine School\, 11900 Pacific St.\, Omaha\, NE\, 68154\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshops,The Beatitudes and the Moral Life ORGANIZER;CN="SIFT Admin":MAILTO:sift@example.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T143000 DTSTAMP:20250819T182109Z CREATED:20250617T173301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T182109Z UID:10001229-1756888200-1756909800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Rooting Our Catechesis in the Gospel\, San Antonio\, Fall 2025 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 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.  \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 with your fellow Archdiocese of San Antonio teachers and catechists\, enjoy catered breakfast and lunch\, and engage in both formal and informal discussions. \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 8:30-9:00am \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 The Jesus Elevator Pitch \n 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9:45-10:30am \n \n \n Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 1 \n Enjoy the first presentation by Sr. Mary Anne\, 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 Parables of the Kingdom \n 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. \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 Returning to the Heart of the Matter: Kerygmatic Catechesis Part 2 \n Enjoy the second presentation by Sr. Mary Anne\, followed by Q & A. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 1:45-2:20pm \n \n \n Apples to Kerygma \n Discover ways to ensure every doctrine taught relates back to the core Gospel message. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2:20-2:30pm \n \n \n Additional Resources\, Evaluation URL:https://sophiateachers.org/event/rooting-our-catechesis-in-the-gospel-san-antonio-fall-2025/ LOCATION:El Camino De San Antonio Missions\, 263 Felisa St.\, San Antonio\, TX\, 78210\, 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:20250829T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T143000 DTSTAMP:20250725T175215Z CREATED:20250610T175112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T175215Z UID:10001227-1756455300-1756477800@sophiateachers.org SUMMARY:Encountering the Person of Jesus\, Omaha\, 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 Archdiocese of Omaha 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 8:15-9:00am \n \n \n Holy Mass \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 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 10:15-11:00am \n \n \n Who Do You Say That I Am? \n Enjoy the first presentation by Dr. James Pauley\, 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 11:15-12:00pm \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 12:00-12:45pm \n \n \n Lunch \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 12:45-1:30pm \n \n \n The Word Made Flesh \n Enjoy the second presentation by Dr. James Pauley\, 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-omaha-fall-2025/ LOCATION:St. Patrick’s Catholic Church of Elkhorn\, 18602 West Maple Road\, Elkhorn\, NE\, 68022\, 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: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 END:VCALENDAR