Volume XIII, Issue XXXXIII November 4, , 2024 | |
Echoes~
Your Weekly Catechetical News from the
Office of Christian Formation
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Time to report your number of catechumens and candidates. (by November 6 for inclusion)
Click for the Jotform
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DOSA Welcomes the OCIA
Training dates and site locations:
Saturday, December 14, 2024 St. Madeleine, High Springs 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday, December 15, 2024 Blessed Trinity, Jacksonville 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday, January 4, 2025 Corpus Christi, St. Augustine 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Sunday, January 5, 2025 Sacred Heart, Fleming Island 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Thank you to our host sites for your generosity
Parish OCIA teams should plan on attending together with your OCIA Ritual Study Guide. Registration is open.
$10 per person
3/$25 from the same parish
6 or more from same parish $50.
Fee includes a meal and materials, but not the ritual study guide. Those will be on sale at location for $25 on a limited basis.
Register for your chosen location
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Next Catechetical Leaders' Gathering
The next gathering of the parish DREs/CREs, and AREs will be on Tuesday, November 12 at the Catholic Center in the Hurley Auditorium beginning at 10:00 am with morning prayer. Our morning presentations and presenters will be provided by:
NCCL Family Grant Sharing of Ideas Denise Pressley
Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche program opportunities Anne Marie Skaggs
St. Joseph Neighborhood Center opportunities Sisters of St. Joseph
Studio 316, a supplemental formation opportunity Gary Neil
Your RSVP here
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Circle of Grace Youth Safety Program
Just a reminder that these lessons or family events for every grade K - 12 are to be provided to your people prior to December 15, unless you have received permission from your diocesan leader for an extension until February 15.
The catechist evaluation sheets should be submitted to your diocesan leaders upon completion of the lessons. In the OCF. Erin receives them.
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Rescheduled~ Catechetical and Parish Ministers Beginning of the Catechetical Year Day of Reflection
Now ~ Advent Day of Reflection
We know many of you registered in August and either paid or selected bill the parish. Please let us know whether you are going to attend (but do not pay twice). If you paid and cannot attend the reschedule, let us know.
Jotform to register
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Adult Confirmation
Bishop Pohlmeier will confer the Sacrament of Confirmation on adults, those 18 and up who have been baptized and have already received First Holy Communion in the Catholic Church on two occasions in 2025:
Saturday, February 8, 2025 at the 5:00 pm Mass at St. Patrick Parish in Gainesville.
Sunday, June 8, 2025 at a 2:00 pm Mass in the Cathedral Basilica.
Parishes need to complete the registration forms and submit to the office 6 weeks prior to the celebration to have their people included. Incomplete forms cannot be accepted.
Adult Confirmation Registration Form
Adult Confirmation Check List for Parishes
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Discernment Evening~ Ministry Formation Program
Any vocation within the Church, including the call to lay ecclesial ministry, involves a discernment process. The term "lay ecclesial minister" is a term used for the last 30 years by the U.S. Bishops to describe those lay people who answer a call to serve the Catholic Church publicly alongside Bishops, priests and deacons.
This call begins with a discernment and it is followed by a systematic program of formation in the areas of: spirituality, academics, human development, and pastoral skills. Our diocesan Ministry Formation Program fulfills this mandate of the U.S. Bishops' found in the document: Coworkers in the Vineyard. Coworkers in the Vineyard (document)
In order to assist those who might be thinking about this call to recognized lay ecclesial ministry, the Office of Ministry Formation is hosting a discernment night on the Monday, November 18 from 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. All are welcome to attend to explore the possibility. The session will be held at the Catholic Center, 11625 Old St. Augustine Road in the Hurley Auditorium. An RSVP to Lauren would be helpful for those who wish to attend.
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NCCL November Free Online Conference
Empowering Catechetical Leaders: A Global Solidarity Approach to Missionary Discipleship
November 14, 2024 1-2:30 pm ET
This webinar will explore the global dimension of catechesis and deepen our understanding of how to inspire and engage communities in solidarity with those on the peripheries. Through collaborative discussions, participants will be equipped with practical tools to foster vibrant, mission-oriented faith communities rooted in global awareness and a shared sense of discipleship. This session aims to empower catechists to build faith communities that actively respond to the needs of the world with missionary zeal.
Presenters
Kevin McCarthy-Nino and Jackie Hopper
Missionary Educator Promoters, Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers
Register for Free
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In August, the first gathering affiliated with this grant was a Family Summit in Chicago which diocesan leaders attended. The tapes of each of the presentations as well as the surveys are available.
There will be a webinar in January on Report #1, a survey CARA did on behalf of NCCL. Details soon.
Report #4 Religious Transmission from Parents to Children
Vimeo of Dr. Amy's Presentation on her Research
Dr. Amy Adamczyk
...is Professor of Sociology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice and the Programs of Doctoral Study in Sociology and Criminal Justice at The Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY). In 2005 she received her Ph.D. in Sociology from Pennsylvania State University. She holds MA degrees from the University of Chicago and the Graduate Center/Queens College, and she completed her BA degree at Hunter College. Her coauthored book, Handing Down the Faith, was a finalist for Christianity Today’s 2022 Book of the Year Award, Marriage & Family Category. She is also the recipient of the 2018 Outstanding Book Award from the International Section of the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences. With her colleague she received the 2017 Best Paper of the Year Award from the Journal of Management, Spirituality, and Religion. In 2009 John Jay College awarded her the Donald MacNamara Award for Junior Faculty, in 2008, 2009, 2012, 2016, and 2019 she was the recipient of John Jay College’s Research Excellence Award, and in 2011 she received the John Jay College's Midcareer Award. Her research focuses on how different contexts (e.g. nations, counties, friendship groups), and personal religious beliefs shape people’s deviant, criminal, and health-related attitudes and behaviors.
Parents and Families at the Center website link
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As the Church marks the end of the historic General Assembly of the Synod on Synodality, you may be wondering, “What happened?” and “What’s next?”
This webinar will be an opportunity to reflect upon how this synod will shape the Catholic Church, and how we can continue the practices of synodality through inclusive listening and active participation.
Join us for an informative conversation with two key participants of the synod: professor of canon law Dr. Myriam Wijlens and Cardinal Blase Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago, moderated by Dr. Kristin Colberg. This promises to be an exciting conversation that you won't want to miss!
Register for Zoom
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Basic Certification (Level I) | |
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Clases de Certificación Básica (Nivel I) completamente en español. (Zoom)
La Oficina de Formación Cristiana se complace en ofrecer varias de nuestras clases de Certificación Básica (Nivel I) completamente en español. Únase a nosotros a través de Zoom el 11 y 12 de noviembre para las Escrituras y la Iglesia. Estas clases cuentan para su Certificación de Nivel I, que lo prepara para servir mejor a su parroquia y ayudar en varios funciones ministeriales. Las sesiones comenzarán a las 6:00 pm cada noche y durarán de dos a tres horas (las Escrituras son de tres horas, mientras que la Iglesia es de dos horas). Para obtener más información o para registrarse, visite los siguientes enlaces:
Escritura: Inscribirse
The Office of Christian Formation is pleased to offer several of our Basic Certification (Level I) classes completely in Spanish. Please join us via Zoom on November 11th and 12th for Scripture and Church. These classes count towards your Level I Certification, which prepares you to better serve your parish and to assist in various ministerial roles. The sessions will begin at 6:00 pm each evening and will last two to three hours (Scripture is three hours, while Church is two hours). For more information, or to register, please visit the following links:
Scripture: https://form.jotform.com/233064613291148
Church: https://form.jotform.com/242913828690162
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Continuing Formation (Level III) Opportunities | |
Free webinars
Common Concerns for Catholics Around Palliative Care and Hospice with Dr. Natalie King
Dr. Natalie King
November 12th 3:00 PM
Join palliative medicine physician Dr. Natalie King as she explores the complexities of end-of-life care from a Catholic viewpoint. In this webinar, Dr. King will clarify common misconceptions surrounding palliative care and hospice, addressing key questions that Catholics often have about the ethical and spiritual dimensions of these practices. With compassion and expertise, she will equip you with the essential knowledge to help advocate for yourself, your loved ones, and those you minister to—fostering a sense of peace and informed decision-making during times of serious illness.
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Creating a Sustainable Youth Ministry with Katie Gray of Life Teen
Katie Gray, director of Parish Outreach for Life Teen
December 10th 3:00 PM
Discover the keys to a thriving and sustainable youth ministry with Katie Gray, director of parish outreach for Life Teen. In this webinar, Gray will share proven strategies for intentional outreach, building strong support networks, and empowering teens to take an active role in their parish community. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to revitalize your existing ministry, you’ll leave with a concrete plan to engage the next generation and create a lasting impact.
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