2010 RECongress Speakers
Religious Education Congress
March 18, 2010 (Youth Day)
March 19-21, 2010 (Congress days)
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 ArenaSunday English Address Barbara Fiand, SND de N
"Harnessing for God the Energies of Love”(*)
Sunday, 8:30 a.m. -- Convention BallroomSunday Spanish Address Bishop Gregorio Rosa Chávez
"El Espíritu de Mon. Romero en la Reunión de Aparecida”(*)
Domingo, 8:30 a.m. -- Convention Hall BNumber 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.
Updated: 23 Nov 2020
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 SacramentsAngotti, 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 globalAwiapo, 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 ApproachesBeckman, 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 ApproachesBetancourt, 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 XXICampuzano, 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 TeachingColoroso, 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 ChangeCoutinho, 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 ApproachesFernández, 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 funeralesFiand, 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 ExperienceGilbert, 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 MusiciansHailer, 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 globalHaugen, Marty
Language: English Topic(s): Liturgy/Music & Sacraments
Workshops: 2
2-13: Songs of Justice and Peace
4-12: Singing and Celebrating the SacramentsHeagle, 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 LessHoover, 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 EffectiveJust, 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 QuestionKendzia, 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, HowMahan, 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 TheoryOspino, 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 LifePaprocki, 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 ApproachesWalker, 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 CatechesisWalters, 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 IntimacyWitherup, 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(*)
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