2010 RECongress Speaker Listing


Schedule • Speaker Index • Workshop Listing • Speakers/Topics • Exhibitor Listing • Exhibitor Categories

Saturday Keynote	Mitch Albom "Have a Little Faith”(*) Saturday, 8:30 a.m. -- Convention Arena
Sunday English Address	Barbara Fiand, SND de N "Harnessing for God the Energies of Love”(*) Sunday, 8:30 a.m. -- Convention Ballroom
Sunday Spanish Address	Bishop Gregorio Rosa Chávez "El Espíritu de Mon. Romero en la Reunión de Aparecida”(*) Domingo, 8:30 a.m. -- Convention Hall B
Number of Speakers:	188
Number of Workshops:	315
English Workshops:	221
Youth Day Workshops:	28
Spanish Workshops:	52
Vietnamese Workshops:	8

The Speaker listing is alphabetical by last name. "YD" indicates a Youth Day speaker; "KEY" denotes either Saturday Keynote or Sunday addresses. Language indicated by "ENG" for an English language workshop; "SP" for a Spanish workshop and "VIET" for a Vietnamese workshop. Workshops indicates the number of workshops presented by the speaker. Workshop sessions are designed by two numbers separated by a dash. The first number indicates the period; the number after the dash is the workshop number. Workshop numbers -00 to -30 are in English; numbers; -50 to -59 are in Spanish; number -70 is in Vietnamese (number -80 is Korean). Asterisks "(*)" indicate which workshop will be recorded on Audio CD.

	Aguilera-Titus, Alejandro Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization & Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 4-51: Jesús renueva y alimenta mi amor() 7-51: Parejas fuertes, familia fuertes()

	Albom, Mitch Language: English Topic(s): Keynote Workshops: 1 KEY:

	Allen Jr., John Language: English Topic(s): Ecclesiology Workshops: 2 5-01: The Future Church: Exploring Catholicism in the 21st Century() 7-01: All Things Catholic: What’s Hot and What’s Not in the Church()

	Alonso, Tony Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music & Sacraments Workshops: 2 2-13: Songs of Justice and Peace 4-12: Singing and Celebrating the Sacraments

	Angotti, John Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 5-02: Fear is Not an Option: Choices of Faith(*)

	Anslinger, Leisa Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 3-01: Abundant Parish Life: The Value of Belonging() 6-01: Engage People in Faith and Life()

	APeX, Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: A - Who Do You Want To Be Right Now?

	Appleby, Scott Language: English Topic(s): Ecclesiology Workshops: 2 6-02: The Wisdom of the Elders: Evangelization and Tradition() 7-02: Eternal Life: A Self-Help Guide()

	Arroyo, Maria Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Justice/Peace Workshops: 2 2-01: Muslims and Christians Working Together: Our Call to Solidarity Around the World 6-51: Musulmanes y cristianos trabajando en conjunto: Nuestro llamado a la solidaridad global

	Awiapo, Thomas Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Youth Ministry Workshops: 2 Youth Day: B - One Love, One World ... Let’s REALLY Get Together and Be All Right! 6-03: Engaging Faith in the World: A Spirituality of Solidarity for Young People(*)

	Bañuelas, Msgr. Arturo Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Parish Leadership Workshops: 2 4-52: ¡Una Iglesia con ganas esta llena de abundancia!() 7-03: Spirituality and Abundance for the Future of Our Church()

	Baumann, Bruce Language: English Topic(s): Youth Ministry Workshops: 2 3-02: Youth Ministry 101: Beyond Pizza and Paintball() 8-01: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Small Group Leaders()

	Beaudoin, Dr. Tom Language: English Topic(s): Gay/Lesbian Ministry & Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 4-01: Catholic Identity 2010: Young Adults Speak!(*) 6-04: Gay and Lesbian Catholics: Church Teaching and Pastoral Approaches

	Beckman, Betsey Site: www.thedancingword.com Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 3-03: Mourning into Dancing() 7-04: The Dance of Faith()

	Benson, Fr. Richard Language: English Topic(s): Sexuality Workshops: 2 2-02: Human Sexuality and Catholic Moral Teaching(*) 6-04: Gay and Lesbian Catholics: Church Teaching and Pastoral Approaches

	Betancourt, Anna Language: Spanish Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 1 4-55: El Canto que forma y transforma la comunidad – música para la reconciliación y primera comunión

	Boadt, Rev. Lawrence Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 6-05: St. Paul as the Model for the Catholic Teacher() 8-02: Loving and Understanding the Bible through Lectio Divina()

	Boyle, Rev. Gregory Language: English Topic(s): Detention Ministry Workshops: 1 6-06: Jesus, Gang Members and Attachment: Creating a Secure Base for Those on the Margins(*)

	Bravo Perez, Benjamin Language: Spanish Topic(s): Liturgy/Music & Sacraments Workshops: 2 5-51: ¿Por qué los católicos abandonan su iglesia?() 7-52: La casa, lugar clave en tiempo de crisis de fe()

	Brennan, Rev. Patrick Language: English Topic(s): Parish Leadership Workshops: 2 3-04: A Parish in Transition: The Journey of Individual and Corporate Grief() 4-02: Re-imagining the Priesthood()

	Brown, Monica Language: English Topic(s): Elementary & Spirituality Workshops: 2 3-05: “I Am with You Always” – Jesus’ Promise Fulfilled() 7-05: Shekinah – Presence: Seen, Heard, Touched and Felt…()

	Brown, Grayson Warren Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 2-03: Make a Joyful Noise unto the Lord with Music, Music, Music!() 7-06: The Majesty of Grace, the Power of the Spirit()

	Bryant, Sr. Kathy Language: English Topic(s): Women's Issues Workshops: 1 7-07: A Woman’s Cup Overflows with Abundant Energy(*)

	Burland, John Language: English Topic(s): Elementary Workshops: 2 1-01: Growing in Faith through the Power of Song() 5-03: Calling the Children! Music for Sacraments, Seasons and Celebrations()

	Burns, Jim Language: English Topic(s): Family Workshops: 1 1-02: Creating an Intimate Marriage(*)

	Calderon Varona, Juan Language: Spanish Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 2 1-51: Recuperar la mistagogia 6-52: Conocer y celebrar en el siglo XXI

	Campuzano, Rev. Guillermo Language: Spanish Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 1-52: La abundancia y la escasez del amor en la familia() 6-53: Ministerios en la Iglesia: Dialogo norte/sur()

	Carrillo Velásquez, Carlos Language: Spanish Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 3-51: Criando al adolescente con orgullo latino() 5-52: Depresión y suicidio entre los adolescentes()

	Casey, Fr. Michael Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 2-04: Lectio Divina: Ancient and Modern() 7-08: Approaching Contemplative Prayer()

	Cheri, Richard Language: English Topic(s): Music Workshops: 1 6-07: Sing the Seasons

	Chinn, Andrew Language: English Topic(s): Elementary Workshops: 2 2-05: This Day: Music and Daily Prayer for Elementary Children() 7-09: Speak My Word Today: Using Music to Bring Scripture to Life for Elementary Children()

	Cimino, Sr. Carol Language: English Topic(s): Elementary Workshops: 2 3-06: The Good Catechist() 8-03: Equal Opportunity: Why Standards Matter()

	Clarke, Fr. Jim Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 3-07: Models of Masculinity in the Scriptures(*)

	Coleman, Fr. Gerald Language: English Topic(s): Morality Workshops: 2 2-06: Bioethical Questions and the Dignity of the Human Person 6-08: Advance Directives and Catholic Teaching

	Coloroso, Barbara Language: English Topic(s): Family Workshops: 2 4-04: Just Because It’s Not Wrong Doesn’t Make It Right 5-04: Parenting through Crisis: Helping Kids in Times of Loss, Grief and Change

	Coutinho, Paul Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 5-05: The Fullness of Life: The Pathway of St. Ignatius of Loyola() 8-04: Embracing the God of Everywhere()

	Crosby, Rev. Michael Language: English Topic(s): Justice/Peace Workshops: 2 4-03: Developing a Spirituality of Gratitude() 5-06: The “Primacy of Christ” and the Pope()

	Cusick, Rev. John Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music & Theology Workshops: 2 1-03: The Word Became Flesh: An Adult Appreciation of the Incarnation() 4-05: Why We Do What We Do: An Explanation of the Signs, Symbols, Gestures, Rituals and History at Mass()

	Davis, Maggie Language: English Topic(s): Human Growth/Development Workshops: 2 3-23: Defining Wholeness in Daily Life() 6-24: The Practical Pursuit of Wholeness in Body, Mind and Spirit()

	Desiderio, Fr. Frank Language: English Topic(s): Life Issues Workshops: 1 5-07: Letting Go of a Grudge

	Donovan, Patrick Language: English Topic(s): Youth Ministry & Parish Leadership Workshops: 2 1-04: Using the Remote to Channel Jesus() 2-07: Numbers 11: “Kill Me Now”()

	Downey, Dr. Michael Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 4-06: Sowing Seeds in Secular Soil(*)

	East, Tom Language: English Topic(s): Confirmation Workshops: 1 7-11: Youth Learning and Growing in Faith as Part of the Parish Community(*)

	East, Msgr. Ray Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 1 7-10: Passing the Baton: Intergenerational Evangelization and Catechesis(*)

	Eipers, Carole Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 1 4-07: Catechesis: Revealing the Mystery of Abundance

	Ellair, Steven Language: English Topic(s): Elementary Workshops: 2 1-05: From Pulling Hair to Quiet Prayer: Tips for Classroom Management and Discipline() 7-12: Lord, What Have I Gotten Myself Into?()

	Fabing, Fr. Bob Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 1 1-06: The Living Eucharist: Our Love, Joy, Need, Fear, Sorrow and Anger Find a Home

	Farmer, Brad Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: A - Who Do You Want To Be Right Now?

	Ferder, Sr. Fran Language: English Topic(s): Human Growth/Development & Sexuality Workshops: 2 1-08: Saying Yes to Love and Intimacy: The Spiritual Journey into Mutual Loving() 4-08: Birthing the Deeper Self: Living Creatively in the Afternoon of Life() 6-04: Gay and Lesbian Catholics: Church Teaching and Pastoral Approaches

	Fernández, Santiago Language: Spanish Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 3-52: ¡Ayuda por favor! ¿Qué está pasando con la música en la misa? 7-53: Cuando no hay coro: Música para quinceañeras, bodas y funerales

	Fiand, Sr. Barbara Language: English Topic(s): Adult Education Workshops: 2 1-07: Claiming the Power Within: Living the Christian Vision() KEY: Harnessing for God the Energies of Love()

	Flecha Andrés, José-Román Language: Spanish Topic(s): Morality Workshops: 2 2-51: Bioética y valor de la vida() 6-54: Catequesis de la sexualidad()

	Florian, Amy Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 2-08: Who Will Be Making Your End-of-Life Decisions? 8-05: What? Me Lead the Prayer?

	Florian, DJ. Language: English Topic(s): Adult Education Workshops: 1 2-16: Job, Mack and Getting Out of the Boat: Learning to Trust(*)

	Ford, Paul Language: English Topic(s): Parish Leadership Workshops: 1 3-08: The Common Priesthood: Why We Need the Ordained and Why the Ordained Need Us(*)

	Fragomeni, Fr. Richard Language: English Topic(s): Sacraments Workshops: 2 1-09: Celebrating the Eucharist in Charity and Truth() 3-09: Celebrating the Second Baptism: Reclaiming the Power of the Sacrament of Reconciliation()

	Freeburg, Sr. Paule Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 1 5-25: Children, the Word and Music(*)

	Gaillardetz, Dr. Richard Language: English Topic(s): Ecclesiology Workshops: 2 1-10: How Should Catholics Vote: Reflections on Our Electoral Obligations() 2-09: Do We Need a Vatican III?()

	Galipeau, Dr. Jerry Language: English Topic(s): Christian Initiation Workshops: 2 1-11: Recharge the RCIA Process: Learning by Doing() 6-09: Preparing and Celebrating the Scrutinies: The Heart of Lent()

	Gallagher, Sr. Toni Lynn Language: English Topic(s): HIV/AIDS Workshops: 2 3-10: A Gospel Call and Response to the HIV/AIDS Pandemic 5-08: HIV/AIDS Stories and Learnings: A Transformational Experience

	Gilbert, Rev. Richard Language: English Topic(s): Life Issues Workshops: 2 6-10: When Grief Comes to the Workplace() 8-06: Grief and Our Older Adults()

Good Ground, Language: English Topic(s): Music Workshops: 1 6-07: Sing the Seasons

	Goodwin, Dr. Carole Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Junior High & Youth Ministry Workshops: 3 Youth Day: C - Tears in Heaven: Coping with Hard Times 2-10: Circling the Wagons: Ministering to Junior High Youth() 5-09: Involving Parents in Youth Ministry()

	Gordon, Dr. Greer Language: English Topic(s): Life Issues Workshops: 2 3-11: The Cross and the Anesthetized World() 8-07: Right Relations and Gentle Conversations()

	Grimaldo, Gloria Cecilia Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization & Sexuality Workshops: 2 3-53: “Si el grano de trigo muere, da mucho fruto...” (J 12,24)() 5-53: La espiritualidad como fuerza vital del migrante()

	Groome, Dr. Thomas Language: English Topic(s): Adult Education & Youth Ministry Workshops: 2 3-12: High School-age Catechesis: Working with the Bishops’ Curriculum Framework() 4-09: Reclaiming Catholicism()

	Grzona, Ricardo Language: Spanish Topic(s): Adult Education Workshops: 2 3-54: Catequesis, Biblia y espiritualidad: Claves para catequistas() 7-54: Lectio Divina para catequistas: La increíble abundancia de la gracia de Dios()

	Haas, David Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 2-11: The Mission of Liturgical Music: To Change Hearts 6-11: To Be a Servant: The Vocational Call of Liturgical Musicians

	Hailer, Sr. Gretchen Language: English Topic(s): Media Workshops: 1 4-10: Eight Ways to Navigate “Our Media World”(*)

	Halsey-Hoover, Sharon Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 2-12: Thomas Merton and Dorothy Day: Pilgrims and Prophets of Peace(*)

	Harms, Dan Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: P - Dealing with Peer Pressure – or – If Everyone Jumped Off a Bridge … Geronimo!!

	Hart, Mark Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 1-12: The Gospel According to TiVo: Plugging Faith into a Wireless Culture() 4-11: “Wait Until Your Father Comes Home…”: Making the Faith Come Alive Within Families()

	Hartigan, Kevin Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Justice/Peace Workshops: 2 2-01: Muslims and Christians Working Together: Our Call to Solidarity Around the World 6-51: Musulmanes y cristianos trabajando en conjunto: Nuestro llamado a la solidaridad global

	Haugen, Marty Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music & Sacraments Workshops: 2 2-13: Songs of Justice and Peace 4-12: Singing and Celebrating the Sacraments

	Heagle, Fr. John Language: English Topic(s): Human Growth/Development & Sexuality Workshops: 2 1-08: Saying Yes to Love and Intimacy: The Spiritual Journey into Mutual Loving() 4-08: Birthing the Deeper Self: Living Creatively in the Afternoon of Life()

	Heimann, Kyle Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: P - Dealing with Peer Pressure – or – If Everyone Jumped Off a Bridge … Geronimo!!

	Hendey, Lisa Language: English Topic(s): Media Workshops: 2 2-14: “E Abundance”: Faith Formation for the Facebook Generation (from Age 5 to 105)() 8-08: Incredible iAbundance: Catechizing Adults with New Media Technologies()

	Hershey, Rev. Terry Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 1-13: Live Without Fear: The Truth About Intimacy, Love, Passion and Sexuality(*) 4-13: The Power of Pause: Becoming More By Doing Less

	Hoover, David Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 2-12: Thomas Merton and Dorothy Day: Pilgrims and Prophets of Peace(*)

	Horan, Dr. Michael Language: English Topic(s): Parish Leadership Workshops: 1 5-10: Sharing Ministry for a Change: Priests and Lay Leaders Tell Their Story(*)

	Huebsch, Bill Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 1-14: Coach Parents to Form Their Own Kids!() 4-14: Mini-Courses for Youth and Adult Ed()

	Hurd & Anawim, Bob Language: English Topic(s): Music Workshops: 1 4-15: Dining in the Kingdom: An Exploration of Eucharistic Spirituality

	Huston, Paula Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 6-12: From Wounded to Healed: The (Impossible?) Art of Forgiving() 7-13: Praying Like a Monk: A Contemplative Path Through the Chaos()

	Jansen, Val Limar Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 3 Youth Day: D - Scripture: In the Word We Live and Have Our Being 6-13: Get On Board! Musical Liturgy as Model of Faith Formation() 2-15: If You Build It, They Will Come()

	Jansen, Frank Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 3 Youth Day: D - Scripture: In the Word We Live and Have Our Being 6-13: Get On Board! Musical Liturgy as Model of Faith Formation() 2-15: If You Build It, They Will Come()

	Jarzembowski, Paul Language: English Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 3-13: So What About the Young Adults? 10 Things Every Church Worker Should Know() 6-14: NCYAMA: A National Network for Reaching Young Adults – and How It Can Help You()

	Jezreel, Jack Language: English Topic(s): Justice/Peace Workshops: 2 1-15: New Wineskins for New Wine: A New Vision for Parish Life That Integrates Social Mission 4-16: Five Critical Strategies to Make Social Ministry Lively and Effective

	Just, Rev. Felix Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 3-14: Women in Luke and John: Incredible Abundance of Sinners and Saints() 7-14: Luke and Acts: Abundant Presence of the Holy Spirit()

	Kelly, Matthew Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 3-16: One Dynamic Catholic 7-15: The Jesus Question

	Kendzia, Tom Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization & Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 8-09: Return to the Passion() 6-13: Get On Board! Musical Liturgy as Model of Faith Formation()

	Kennett, Colette Language: English Topic(s): Youth Ministry Workshops: 2 Youth Day: E - Discipleship … It’s About Everyday People 7-16: Marketing Your Ministry(*)

	Kessler, Fr. Matthew Language: Spanish Topic(s): Ecclesiology Workshops: 2 2-52: Gracias Señor por tu Iglesia() 8-51: En Él abundante redención()

	Kham, Bishop Peter Nguyen Van Language: English/Vietnamese Topic(s): Asian Pacific Workshops: 2 5-70: Vietnamese Workshop() 7-70: Sisters Exchanging Gifts()

	Kolar, Peter Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 1 7-56: Jesús revela su amor en parábolas y se confirma sanándonos

	LaBelle, Fr. Patrick Language: English Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 5-11: Church Language, College Life and Morals: Is There Any Common Ground?() 8-10: Moving from Requirement to Entitlement: The Young Adult Journey from Inheritance to Ownership()

	Lawton, Liam Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 1 5-12: A Time for Healing

	Lee, Fr. Michael Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis Workshops: 1 1-53: La evangelización de jóvenes: Datos y mejores prácticas de adultos latinos(*)

	Leonard, Fr. Richard Language: English Topic(s): Media Workshops: 2 3-15: Sports, Heroes, the Media and Faith 7-17: Transforming “Transformers”

	Levy, Eduardo Language: Spanish Topic(s): Elementary & Family Workshops: 2 4-53: Encontrar a Cristo a los 14 años() 8-52: Encontrar a Cristo en la primera juventud()

	Loftus, Fr. David Language: English Topic(s): Adult Education Workshops: 1 2-16: Job, Mack and Getting Out of the Boat: Learning to Trust(*)

	López Gutiérrez, Siro Language: Spanish Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 6-55: Catequesis creativa: Mimo y payaso() 8-53: Imágenes para creer()

	Lumas, Eva Marie Language: English Topic(s): Multicultural Workshops: 2 6-15: Incredible Abundance: Embracing Multiculturalism 8-11: Multicultural Catechesis: What, Why, How

	Mahan, Rev. Daniel Language: English Topic(s): Stewardship Workshops: 2 4-17: A Gold Mine of Talent: How to Discover and Call Forth Gifts of Talent in Your Parish() 7-18: Engage Your Parish! Straight Talk on How to Increase Parishioners Level of Service, Giving and Invitation()

	Manibusan, Jesse Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Youth Ministry Workshops: 2 Youth Day: H - Faith Beyond Confirmation 6-16: Unlocking the Secrets of Liturgy with Youth(*)

	Martin, Rev. James Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 3-17: The Jesuit Guide to Life() 8-54: Convertirse en un Santo (en menos de una hora)()

	Martineau, Mariette Language: English Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 3-18: Faith Development Through the Life Span – As Educators!() 6-17: Means, Methods, Moments: Engaging Adults in Faith Formation()

	Massingale, Rev. Bryan Language: English Topic(s): Morality Workshops: 2 2-17: Caritas in Veritate: Pope Benedict on Social and Economic Justice() 4-18: The Continued Challenge of Racial Justice: The Legacy of Thomas Merton()

	Matovina, Timothy Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 2 4-19: Forming the Faith Community() 6-56: El escribir de los evangelios()

	Mayersohn, Rabbi Michael Language: English Topic(s): Ecumenical Workshops: 2 2-18: The Judaism Jesus Believed and Practiced() 8-12: The Prophecy of Isaiah()

	McDonald, Judy Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: K - Living In Balance

	McGuire, Fr. Brendan Language: English Topic(s): Parish Leadership Workshops: 1 7-19: Aggiornamento: Moving Parishes to the Next Level(*)

	McKenna, Dr. Megan Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 2-19: The Story of the Incredible Abundance of Our God() 6-18: The Story of the Incredible Abundance of Our Lives and Souls()

	McMahon, Bishop Malcolm Patrick Language: English Topic(s): Ecumenical Workshops: 2 4-20: The Future of Ecumenism() 7-20: Ecumenism in Practice()

	Melendrez, Joe Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: L - Rosary Rap: Traditional Prayer with Hip Hop Flavor

	Miles, Ted Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Youth Ministry Workshops: 2 Youth Day: B - One Love, One World ... Let’s REALLY Get Together and Be All Right! 6-03: Engaging Faith in the World: A Spirituality of Solidarity for Young People(*)

	Misleh, Daniel Language: English Topic(s): Justice/Peace Workshops: 1 8-13: Life in Abundance? Catholic Teaching on the Environment and Impact on Poor People(*)

	Montenegro, Juan Carlos Language: Spanish Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 2-53: ¡Transformando la vida de los jóvenes siendo catequistas!() 7-55: Creando una cultura misionera en catequesis y pastoral juvenil()

	Monterastelli, Gene Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: A - Who Do You Want To Be Right Now?

	Moreno, Rafael Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 1 7-56: Jesús revela su amor en parábolas y se confirma sanándonos

	Mullen, Rev. J. Patrick Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 2-20: The Word From on High: The Church on Biblical Interpretation() 5-13: “Like Us In All Things But Sin”: A Biblical Look at the Divinity and the Humanity of Jesus()

	Murray, Rev. J-Glenn Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 1-16: The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy: Still an Incredible Abundance 47 Years Later() 5-14: The Genius of African-American Liturgical Experiences Revisited: An Incredible Abundance Waiting to Be Realized()

	Murua, Marcelo Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 3-55: Aprender a orar con la Palabra de Dios() 5-54: Vivir según el espíritu()

	Musgrave, Hilary Language: English Topic(s): Elementary & Spirituality Workshops: 2 3-05: “I Am with You Always” – Jesus’ Promise Fulfilled(*) 7-05: Shekinah – Presence: Seen, Heard, Touched and Felt…

	Neu, Lynn Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 8-14: Standing in the Need of Prayer(*)

	Nguyen, Mong-Hang Language: Vietnamese Topic(s): Vietnamese Workshops: 2 3-70: Vietnamese Workshop() 8-70: Vietnamese Workshop()

	Nguyen, Rev. Hy Language: Vietnamese Topic(s): Asian Pacific Workshops: 2 1-70: Vietnamese Workshop() 4-70: Vietnamese Workshop()

	Nuzzi, Rev. Ronald Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization & Parish Leadership Workshops: 2 2-21: Faith, Finances and the Future: The Notre Dame Study of U.S. Pastors 5-15: Catechesis and Multiple Intelligence Theory

	Ospino, Dr. Hosffman Language: Spanish Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 2 1-54: El futuro habla español: El apostolado hispano y el futuro del catolicismo en los Estados Unidos() 4-54: Creer o entender: El dilema del cristiano ante la ciencia y la filosofía()

	Pable, Fr. Martin Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization & Ecclesiology Workshops: 2 6-19: What Can We Learn from the Evangelical Churches?() 8-15: How to Share Our Faith with Seekers (Without Being Obnoxious)()

	Pacatte, Sr. Rose Language: English Topic(s): Media Workshops: 1 4-10: Eight Ways to Navigate “Our Media World”(*)

	Pacholczyk, Rev. Tadeusz Language: English Topic(s): Morality Workshops: 2 1-17: In Vitro Fertilization and Assisted Reproductive Technologies 3-19: Care and Treatment Decisions for Compromised Patients and Those at the End of Life

	Paprocki, Joe Language: English Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 1 7-21: The Spirituality of the Catechist: Re-igniting the Flame(*)

	Patin, Michael Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Youth Ministry Workshops: 1 Youth Day: M - Do You Have the Network Behind You?

	Pedraza, Fanny Cepeda Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 1-55: Catequesis: Encuentro con Cristo vivo() 8-55: Catequesis con hispano hablantes()

	Peña, Donna Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 4-21: Sigan La Bandera – Guadalupe’s Journey with Mexico

	Phong, Bro. Fortunat Language: Vietnamese Topic(s): Asian Pacific Workshops: 2 2-70: Vietnamese Workshop: (A Glimpse into the Faith Life of Young Vietnamese Americans)() 6-70: Vietnamese Workshop: (How to Teach a Confirmation Class About the Pope)()

	Picha, Stephen Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 3-07: Models of Masculinity in the Scriptures(*)

	Popple, Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: P - Dealing with Peer Pressure – or – If Everyone Jumped Off a Bridge … Geronimo!!

	Prejean, Helen Language: English Topic(s): Detention Ministry Workshops: 2 3-20: Dead Man Walking -- The Journey Continues() 4-22: The Death of Innocents()

	Rausch, Rev. Thomas Language: English Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 1 6-20: Meeting the Living God: Beyond a Culturally Determined Faith(*)

	Ricard, Rev. R. Tony Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 Youth Day: S - O Freedom: The Confirmation Exodus 2-23: Why You So Crazy? Developing the Faith of a Fool!(*)

	Ristow, Kate Language: English Topic(s): Early Childhood Workshops: 1 3-21: Praying, Playing and Growing in Faith: Creative Ideas for Working with Preschoolers

	Robinette, Brian Language: English Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 2 2-22: Does the Body Have a Future? Reconsidering the Resurrection() 8-16: Love Evolves: Divine Creativity in Evolutionary Perspective()

	Roderick, Rev. Philip Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 1-18: Sensing the Holy: Touching the Earth, Sounding the Word, Praying the Body() 8-17: Was Jesus a Jazz Musician? Music and Mystics in the Flow of Spirit()

	Rodríguez Zambrana, Rev. Domingo Language: English Topic(s): Ecclesiology Workshops: 2 1-56: El liderazgo: Abundancia del llamado() 7-57: En la abundancia de la vida()

	Rohr, Fr. Richard Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 2-24: The Naked Now: Learning to See as the Mystics See() 4-23: WE Are the Second Coming of Christ()

	Rolheiser, Rev. Ronald Language: English Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 2 1-19: The Abundance of God and Philanthropy of the Heart() 6-21: Living Inside Overabundance: The Innate Tensions()

	Rosa Chávez, Bishop Gregorio Language: Spanish Topic(s): Key & Justice/Peace Workshops: 2 5-56: Ser y misión de los laicos a la luz del magisterio latinoamericana() KEY: El Espiritu de Mons. Romero en la Revision de Apareción()

	Rubalcava, Pedro Language: Spanish Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 1 4-55: El Canto que forma y transforma la comunidad – música para la reconciliación y primera comunión

	Scally, Anna Language: English Topic(s): Confirmation Workshops: 1 5-16: Same Lord, New Soundtrack(*)

	Schellman, James Language: English Topic(s): Catechumenate Workshops: 2 5-17: Catechumenal Catechesis: Vision, Practice, Resources() 8-18: RCIA: Transforming the Church?()

	Searle, Susan Language: English Topic(s): Human Growth/Development Workshops: 2 2-25: Restoring Balance to Our Body, Spirit and the World() 5-18: Mindful Breath and Meditation for Truthful Living()

	Sedano, Maruja Language: Spanish Topic(s): Catechesis/Evangelization Workshops: 2 2-54: Yo oro, tu oras, el ora, pero ¿sabemos orar?() 8-56: El ejercicio de las costumbres Evangélicas()

Seminarians of L.A. Archdiocese, Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day Workshops: 1 Youth Day: T - This Ain't Yo Mama's Vocation!

	Senior, Rev. Donald Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 2-26: In the Year of Luke’s Gospel: Themes for Spirituality, Teaching and Preaching() 4-24: Paul and the Ministry of Reconciliation()

	Shaia, Alexander Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 3-22: Four Questions, Four Paths, One Great Journey: The Hidden Power of the Gospels() 6-22: The Ecstatic Clarity of John: A Profoundly “New” Easter Triduum Celebration()

	Shepp, Vikki Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Parish Leadership Workshops: 2 Youth Day: X - What's In It for Me? The Reasons Service is Important in Real Life 6-23: Fueling the Volunteer’s Generator – No Batteries Needed!(*)

	Showalter, Carol Language: English Topic(s): Human Growth/Development Workshops: 2 3-23: Defining Wholeness in Daily Life() 6-24: The Practical Pursuit of Wholeness in Body, Mind and Spirit()

	Siller Acuña, Clodomiro Language: Spanish Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 1 3-56: Desarrollo del plan de Dios según la historia y las culturas() 8-57: Cómo nombraban a Dios los pueblos de la Biblia()

	Skinner, Christine Way Language: English Topic(s): Disabilities Workshops: 2 1-20: Sustain Us, Lord: A Spirituality for Parents, Caregivers and Teachers with Special Needs Children() 5-19: Catechetical Strategies for Special Needs Children()

	Skinner, Michael Way Language: English Topic(s): Disabilities Workshops: 2 1-20: Sustain Us, Lord: A Spirituality for Parents, Caregivers and Teachers with Special Needs Children() 5-19: Catechetical Strategies for Special Needs Children()

	Smith-Christopher, Dr. Daniel Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 1-21: The Church in Exile: A Biblical Theme for Modern Christians() 8-19: Debates in the Bible: Invitations to Dialogue with the Old Testament()

	Smollin, Sr. Anne Bryan Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 3-24: Joyful Abundant Blessings That Grace Us() 8-20: Laughter: The Abundant Gift We Give and Receive()

	Sofield, Bro. Loughlan Language: English Topic(s): Parish Leadership Workshops: 2 1-22: The Parish as a Community of Disciples() 5-20: The Parish as a Gifted Community()

	Sparks, Fr. Dick Language: English Topic(s): Morality Workshops: 2 5-21: Being an “Incredible” and “Abundant” Catholic in the 2lst Century: Three Virtues That Are Really Needed! 8-21: Why Be Catholic? What Makes Us “Distinct”?

	Spitzer, Rev. Robert Language: English Topic(s): Life Issues Workshops: 2 3-25: An Astrophysical Response to Atheism() 5-23: A Perennial Pro-life Philosophy()

	Stenzel, Pam Language: English Topic(s): Youth Day & Youth Ministry Workshops: 3 Youth Day: Z - Pure Sex: Living the Theology of the Body 2-27: Communicating Chastity Effectively with Your Students() 5-22: Parents Matter: Equipping Parents to Pass on Their Values and Faith()

	Svoboda, Sr. Melannie Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 3-27: What Does a Healthy Spirituality Look Like and Feel Like?() 8-22: With the Dawn Rejoicing: A Reflection on Pain and Hope()

	Tejerina Arias, Dr. Gonzalo Language: Spanish Topic(s): Theology Workshops: 2 2-55: Fe cristiana y belleza: Lo bello del mundo testimonia la presencia de Dios() 6-57: El Antiguo Testamento: La revelación de Dios en la historia de Israel()

	Theisen, Michael Language: English Topic(s): Confirmation & Junior High Workshops: 2 6-25: Forming Strong Catholic Teens by Building Strong Catholic Families() 8-23: Creative Programming for Junior High Ministry()

	Thieman, LeAnn Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 1-23: Caring for the Caregiver() 7-22: Caring for the Caregiver()

	Tobar Mensbrugghe, Dora Language: Spanish Topic(s): Famiily & Spirituality Workshops: 2 2-56: Hostias vivas para un mundo con hambre() 5-55: Como vivir la catequesis en familia()

	Turner, Rev. Paul Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 1-24: The Order of Mass() 4-25: The Revised Eucharistic Prayers()

	Upchurch, Catherine Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 5-24: Principles and Passion for Parish Bible Study() 7-23: Gospel People Believe the News Is Good()

	Valenzuela, Victor Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Elementary Workshops: 2 2-28: The Primary Educators of the Faith: Parents() 5-57: La Pastoral Juvenil con adolescentes de 10 a 14 años de edad()

	Vera López, Bishop Raúl Language: English Topic(s): Sexuality Workshops: 1 6-04: Gay and Lesbian Catholics: Church Teaching and Pastoral Approaches

	Walker, Christopher Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music Workshops: 2 3-26: A Song of Comfort: Music for Funerals() 5-25: Children, the Word and Music()

	Wallis, Jim Language: English Topic(s): Justice/Peace Workshops: 2 6-26: When the Market Became God() 7-24: New Habits of the Heart()

	Walsh, Dr. David Language: English Topic(s): Media Workshops: 2 1-25: Why Do They Act That Way? A Survival Guide to the Adolescent Brain 6-27: A Test for the Modern Church: Media and Catechesis

	Walters, Thomas Language: English Topic(s): Adult Education Workshops: 2 5-26: Catechetical Leaders and the Future: Generational Perspectives() 8-24: Making A Difference: Bringing Realism to K-12 Parish Programs()

	Weber, Joan Language: English Topic(s): Young Adult Ministry Workshops: 2 6-17: Means, Methods, Moments: Engaging Adults in Faith Formation() 7-25: Connecting Young Adults with the Faith Community()

	Wells, David Language: English Topic(s): Adult Formation Workshops: 2 5-27: Rediscovering the Significance of Baptism() 8-25: Every Day Above Ground Is a Good One! Learning to Appreciate God’s Abundance()

	Wenc, Char Language: English Topic(s): Family Workshops: 2 3-28: Why Our Students Behave the Way They Do … and What To Do About It!() 6-28: Help God! Parenting Is Not as Easy as It Looks()

	Weston, Fr. Thomas Language: English Topic(s): Life Issues Workshops: 2 1-26: Living and Working in a World Full of Alcoholics and Addicts: Learning How to Tend to Our Own Acre() 4-26: Targeting the Foreigner: A Look at the History of Anti-Catholic Behavior in the United States()

	White, Dr. C. Vanessa Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 2 5-28: Do What the Spirit Say Do: African-American Spirituality() 8-26: Don’t Get Weary: Care of Self as Minister()

	Whyte, David Language: English Topic(s): Spirituality Workshops: 1 1-27: What to Remember When Waking: Disciplines of an Everyday Spiritual Life

	Wicks, Robert Language: English Topic(s): Human Growth/Development Workshops: 2 4-27: Bounce: Enhancing Spiritual and Psychological Resilience 7-26: Prayerfulness: Navigating the Perils and Joys of Spiritual Intimacy

	Witherup, Rev. Ronald Language: English Topic(s): Scripture Workshops: 2 1-28: Charismatic Compulsion: St. Paul as a Model for Evangelization Today() 4-28: From Darkness to Light: Exploring Conversion in Luke-Acts for the Year of Luke()

	Yzaguirre, Dr. John Language: English/Spanish Topic(s): Family Workshops: 2 4-56: Como vivir con plenitud en el momento presente() 7-27: How to Raise Caring Children()

2010 RECongress Speakers

Religious Education Congress
March 18, 2010 (Youth Day)
March 19-21, 2010 (Congress days)

2010 RECongress Speakers

Religious Education Congress March 18, 2010 (Youth Day) March 19-21, 2010 (Congress days)

Religious Education Congress
March 18, 2010 (Youth Day)
March 19-21, 2010 (Congress days)