Cost: 
$30 per person for member parishes and schools of the Catholic Education Ministries Center of Central Maryland,  Member facilities include Catholic parishes and schools in Carroll, Frederick, and Washington Counties, with the exception of St. John Westminster and St. Joseph, Emmitsburg.

$40 per person for others

Group Discount 
Save $5.00 per person when you send 20 or more people from the same parish or school. To qualify, you must use group registration form.

Cost includes continental breakfast and lunch.

7:45-8:30AM 

Participant Arrival, registration, continental breakfast, exhibits            
Patriot Hall - McGowan Student Center  - Main Campus

Worthy of the Gospel:
Paul's Spirituality for the Church Today
Dr. Michael Gorman
In the year of St. Paul, it is good for us to listen for the voice of God speaking to us through the great apostle. Paul spoke a powerful message of God’s radical grace and call to live fully in and for Christ by the power of the Spirit. In this session, we will look at several dimensions of Paul’s spirituality, focusing on the centrality of conversion, cross, and community in his life and message. How should these realities inspire, guide, and challenge us today?

CERT: CAT/YM=1 hour, Area D

10:00-10:15AM

Break

2. Helping Youth to be 'Worthy of the Gospel'
Mr. Gary Meyerl, Xaverian Sponsored Schools, Baltimore
Find creative and innovative ways to build your program on the foundation of social justice. Grounded in the principals of Catholic Social Teaching, participants will walk away with concrete ideas for enhancing service-learning with prayer, theological reflection and social analysis. CERT: YM=C

Gary currently serves in the Sponsorship Office of the Xaverian Brothers Sponsored Schools, a network of thirteen Catholic secondary schools affiliated with the Xaverian Brothers and their lay partners.

3. Methods for Teaching Sacraments
Ms. Ro Banick, St. Pius X Parish
Come Discover, Explore, and Create through prayer, crafts, music, and drama all the Seven Sacraments as they will relate to our young church. CERT: Cat=C

Ro has been a catechist for 25 years and serves a variety of ministries at St. Pius X Parish. She is also the Program Director for Play Centers, Inc. at Our Lady of Grace. Ro loves to tell stories that make people laugh, learn and share ideas. Ro is also a Balloon Artist and D.J. Entertainer.

4. Moved by Words: Storytelling in the Classroom
Ms. Renée Bhatia, Catechetical Consultant
Jesus told stories to move people's hearts. St. Paul shared stories of his suffering as signs of hope. St. Augustine's conversion was moved along by stories he heard of other people's conversion. This workshop will explore the power of story in catechesis and ways to incorporate storytelling in the classroom.
CERT: Cat/YM=C

Renée Bhatia is a freelance writer and speaker. She has worked in the catechetical ministry with children, youth, and adults on both a parish and diocesan level. Renee holds a Masters of Divinity degree from Emory University. She lives in northern Virginia with her husband and three children.

5. Awake To The Hope Who Holds You
Dr. Joanne Cahoon, Catechetical Consultant
As ministers, we collaborate with Christ’s work in lives. When we invite others to a deeper hearing of the Gospel and a more intentional response, we are really hoping and working for transformation. What is it like to encounter these invitations ourselves? We, too, are to be continually open to transformation. In this session we will look at what makes this possible – waking up to the hope who holds you. CERT: Cat/YM=A

Joanne is a home-grown Baltimorean who was involved in catechesis and youth ministry in the Archdiocese of Baltimore for over 20 years. She holds a Doctor of Ministry in Spirituality from Catholic Theological Union and is the Director of Enrollment Services at Washington Theological Union. She remains involved in other work in the areas of spirituality, retreats, missions, catechesis, spiritual direction.

6. New! The Vocation Tree
Rev. Gerard Francik, Vocations Office, Archdiocese of Baltimore
Check out this great new resource for discerning vocation. This inexpensive and simple to use program helps learners of all ages connect their baptismal call to discipleship with the vocations of lay and ordained alike. Come and see! 
CERT: Cat/YM=C

Fr. Jerry Francik Is the Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He has served at All Saints Parish in NW Baltimore City, St. Joseph Parish, Texas, MD, in addition to the Monsignor O’Dwyer Retreat House where he was director, providing retreats for Archdiocesan youth.  Before his current position he was the Director of Campus Ministry and Chaplin at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg.

7. Living Faith as a Young Adult
Ms. Anne Marie Hallinan & Panel, Mount St. Mary's University
What does young adult faith look like? Spend some time with students from Mount St. Mary’s University, as they share the challenges and joys of being a Catholic Christian. Bring your questions! 
CERT: Cat/YM=B

8. Do Not Be Afraid! The Hymns in Paul's Letters
Rev. Jim Donohue, CR, Mount St. Mary's University
Paul includes two ancient Christological hymns in his letters to the Philippians and Colossians. We will examine their literary and historical background, illustrating how they still speak in a religiously significant way to us today.
CERT: Cat/YM=D  

Fr. Jim Donohue is a Resurrectionist priest from Canada. He is an associate professor and chair of the Theology department at Mount St. Mary's University where he has taught for fourteen years,. His areas of specialty include Christology, Sacraments and Pastoral Theology.

9. Adoration...and Beyond!
Rev. Austin Murphy, Towson University
The practice of Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is a popular devotion among the faithful and has led to many vocations to priesthood and religious life, as well as bringing comfort and peace to those who spend a while in prayer with Jesus. As we gather before His Presence, what does Jesus speak to us? How does He call us? Where does He send us? Adoration, just as the Mass, is not simply a passive dwelling in God's Presence. The Eucharist calls us to act in the world and nourishes us for that task. In this talk, we will explore the beauty of this devotion, as well as the challenge that Jesus gives each of us, once recharged, to act as disciples in our world. CERT: Cat/YM=D

Fr. Austin Murphy is a priest of the Archdiocese of Baltimore and currently serves as Catholic Chaplain to Towson University in Baltimore. He was ordained after studies in Rome in 2003 and has served as associate pastor at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Middle River, MD, and St. Peter the Apostle in Oakland, MD. He is also a member of the High School Leadership Institute (High-LI) and the CHurch Leadership Institute (CLI), as well as serving on planning committees for youth and young adult events. Fr Austin is author of the blog, "Jesus Goes to Disney World: Finding Christ in Popular Culture."

10. All God's Children
Ms. Margaret Brogden, Division of Youth & Young Adult Ministry
What does it mean to be an adopted child of God? What keeps children and youth from knowing they are loved and wanted by God? Let’s consider some of the causes, and what we can do to help.
CERT: Cat/YM=B

Margaret is the coordinator of youth ministry formation for the Archdiocese of Baltimore She is a native of Baltimore and was educated in the Baltimore city school system. She holds a BA in economics from the University of Maryland and is finishing her MA in pastoral ministry at the Washington Theological Union in Silver Spring, Maryland. She recently legally adopted her eight year old cousin, Malik. She loves hanging out with her new son and makes sure, despite her busy schedule, that she always has time to do just that.

Liturgy Track, sponsored by the Archdiocesan Office for Worship:

11. The Mass: Encounter with Christ
Rev. Matt Buening, Pastor, St. Paul, Ellicott City
Christ is present in the worshipping community, in the Word proclaimed, in the person of the minister and, par excellence in the sacramental species. Examine each of the modes of Presence as an encounter with the Risen Lord Jesus to see how this can enrich our celebration of the Eucharist and challenge us. CERT: Cat/YM=D
 

11:25-11:40AM

Break

Joanne Haney is the Coordinator of Elementary and Sacramental Catechesis with the Archdiocese's Division of Evangelization and Catechesis. During the past 20 years, she was the Director of Religious Education in five parishes of which two were in the military sector. She was elected to and served six years on the leadership council of the Baltimore Area Catechetical Ministers. For the past six years, she was also an instructor for the Church Leadership Institute. Most recently she was the Director of Faith Formation for Children and Youth at Prince of Peace Church in Edgewood, MD. Joanne brings with her today a “gift of gab”, a sense of humor and love of ministry.

13. Teaching for Life
Ms. Linda Brenegan, Respect Life Office; Ms. Becky Drinks, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel High School; Ms. Ginny Dauses, St. Mary's High School, Annapolis
Many catechists and teachers are unsure how to address life issues like abortion, euthanasia, the death penalty, and bioethics in the classroom. Learn how to affirm the sacredness of human life and respect for God’s creation with learners of all ages, and receive resources to help you respond personally to these issues.
CERT: Cat/YM=C

Linda Brenegan is the Respect Life Program Director for the Archdiocese. Her goal is to promote within the Archdiocese the Church’s foundational teaching of respect for the dignity of all human life at every stage of existence from conception through natural death. Linda is also an artist who used her talents to create a gentle series of posters on fetal development which have been printed in 8 languages. In 2003 she was privileged to present a set of the posters in Polish to Pope John Paul II. The posters (and a brochure based on the posters) are a valuable teaching tool and are available through the Respect Life Office.

14. Moved by Song: Music in the Classroom
Ms. Renée Bhatia, Catechetical Consultant
Music isn't just for musicians! Music can help us learn, pray, celebrate, rest, discover. This workshop will explore the power of music in catechesis and ways to incorporate music in the classroom.
CERT: Cat/YM=C

Renée Bhatia is a freelance writer and speaker. She has worked in the catechetical ministry with children, youth, and adults on both a parish and diocesan level. Renee holds a Masters of Divinity degree from Emory University. She lives in northern Virginia with her husband and three children.

15. Mark - Meet Jesus again for the first time!
Dcn. Loren Mooney, St. Patrick, Cumberland
Let go of everything you know about Jesus and meet him in the way Mark tells the story. His description of who Jesus is, the kind of messiah he is, and the demands Jesus places in front of us may be more of a challenge than we realize.    CERT: Cat/YM=D

16. Caring For Yourself Is Caring For Others:
Techniques For Empowering You To Give Your Best
Ms. Lisa McCrohan, Counselor
Debunk the myth that caring for yourself is being selfish. Together we will recognize simple and effective ways to tend to yourself so that you actually have more energy to give to others … and you feel happy and healthy! Learn techniques you can begin implementing the minute you walk out the door … and teach to others.
CERT: Cat/YM=A

Lisa McCrohan holds master degrees in clinical social work and pastoral ministry from Boston College. She is a bilingual psychotherapist (Spanish and English) in private practice and at Catholic Charities where she works with adults, adolescents, and families. Her specialty is journeying with her clients to lead happy and healthy lives utilizing a strength-based approach and mindfulness techniques.

17. Facebook, Friendship and our Future
Mr. Leo Quinn, Oakland Mills High School, Columbia
Advances in technology and communications have truly impacted how we relate with others. A look at ministry challenges in the world of social networking, cell phones, and more.
CERT: Cat/YM=B

Leo is currently the School Counselor at Oakland Mills High School (Howard County Public School System).  Previously he was School Counselor at Mount Saint Joseph High School. He has a Masters in Education, School Counseling from Loyola College. He is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and a Maryland State Department of Education Certified School Counselor.  Leo has been happily married to Bridget for 10.5 years and has three lovely children: Megan, Chip, and Genna. He is also the Youth Minister at St. Joseph (Perry Hall, MD) a sports advocate, follower of news, lacrosse coach and sports fan.

Liturgy Track, sponsored by the Archdiocesan Office for Worship:

18. Voices Crying Out in the Desert
Mr. Joe Swiss
As John the Baptist was called to announce the coming of the Christ so too are Lectors enabled to proclaim the Word of God in the Liturgy. This workshop will give people the opportunity to address styles, techniques, attitudes, and the profound role of the Lector in Liturgy. Everyone will leave this workshop with new ideas and a deeper understandings of their role.  Audience: Lectors
CERT: Cat/YM=N/A   

Joe is the Coordinator of Catechetical Formation and Leadership Development for the Archdiocese of Baltimore. He holds a BA from Borromeo Seminary and an MA from St. Thomas University. For almost 40 years he has been forming persons for the liturgical ministry and currently serves as the secretary for the Liturgy Team at St. John's in Frederick, Md.

19. Welcome the Stranger
Deacon Charlie Hiebler, Office of the Seton Vicar, Archdiocese of Baltimore
Jesus Christ reached out to welcome the stranger and he challenges us to do the same. A look at practical ways to further a "ministry of hospitality" in your parish each week.
Audience: Greeters, Ushers, Altar servers
CERT: N/A

As Assistant to Bishop Rozanski and Planner for the Seton Vicariate with the Archdiocese of Baltimore, Charlie Hiebler works with parish staffs, Pastoral Councils and corporators in the 6 western counties of Maryland to orient and train as well as assist with planning as it relates to the 5 mission priorities of Evangelization, Liturgy, Education/Formation, Service/outreach Stewardship. He also serves as a Deacon at the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen. His more than 20 years of ministry include 13 years as a parish catechetical leader. Charlie frequently offers workshops and seminars throughout the Archdiocese.

20. Extraordinary Ministers, Extraordinary Presence
Rev. Steve Hook, St. James/St. Augustine
In an instant, the moment comes and goes: “The Body of Christ...Amen.” A look at the privilege of being extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, and how this gift can change the way we experience Christ present in the Eucharist. Audience: Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion
CERT: N/A

21. “Sing to the Lord!”
Ms. Jessie Lim, Archdiocesan Choir Director; Mr. Michael Ruzicki, Chapter Director, NPM.
Learn about the latest documents in music and liturgy, and build vocal skills to enhance your ministry. Come prepared to sing!
Audience: Cantors & Choir Members  
CERT: N/A

2:10-2:30 PM

Break

The Gospel Unchained:
Opening Prisons, Living in Freedom
Most Rev. Mitchell Rozanski

Seton Vicar, Archdiocese of Baltimore
St. Paul's spiritual odyssey led him from blindness to sight, and from captivity to freedom. Bishop Rozanski will help us make the connection between Paul's journey and ours. This inspirational session will include drama, music, shared reflection, and prayer. Unleash the power of the Gospel in your life and ministry!

CERT: CAT/YM=1 hour, Area A

The Catholic Education Ministries Center of Central Maryland provides ongoing support to the Catechetical Ministries of Carroll, Frederick, and Washington Counties. This includes training programs for leaders and volunteers in parishes and schools, plus consultation in all areas of catechesis.

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