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A Tour of Rome and see Pope Francis!
Celebrating the “Year of Faith” September 2 – 9, 2013 Read more...
Posted on April 12, 2013 by scherbart
Unity Day III
Walk and Resource Fair
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Most Holy Trinity
11am - Gathering Time
Please wear a white shirt for the walk. Read more...
Posted on March 4, 2013 by scherbart
The Legacy and Unfinished Business Of Vatican II: Symposium at Stanford March 9th
A one-day symposium titled “The Legacy of Vatican II: Personal Reflections“, and a spring quarter course entitled, ”Vatican II: Catholicism Meets Modernity,” are the main ways Stanford University is observing the fiftieth anniversary of the council. Read more...
Posted on February 12, 2013 by scherbart
Vibrant Faith @ Home PLUS
Workshop for Parish Leaders
Tuesday, April 16
9:30 a.m. – 12 noon
St. Lucy Catholic Church Community Center
2350 Winchester Blvd., Campbell, CA (Map)
(San Jose area)
Cost: FREE, but please register online here Read more...
Posted on January 7, 2013 by scherbart
Best Practices for Catechetical Ministry
A goal of the Catechetical Advisory Board is to provide best practices for parent formation and sacramental preparation that develop a Catholic identity and discipleship. Another goal is to provide best practices for catechist recruitment, formation, certification and affirmation and spiritual growth. Read more...
Posted on January 7, 2013 by scherbart
"Forming Intentional Disciples"
In Forming Intentional Disciples, the author, Sherry A, Weddell states, “Certainly, one of the most fundamental challenges facing our Church is this: The majority of adult Catholics are not even certain that a personal relationship with God is possible.” “In the twenty-first century, we have to foster intentional Catholicism. Read more...
Posted on January 2, 2013 by scherbart
2013 Ongoing Professional Growth Series
Lost in the Ministerial Maze- The Saving Grace of Prayer and Spirituality
Rev. Michael Fish, OSB, Cam offers a way to live contemplatively in the busyness of today’s world. Drawing from his own experience as Missionary Priest and Camaldolese Monk he invites us to explore contemporary ways “to pray always”(1Thes 5.17) Read more...
Posted on November 30, 2012 by gurbiel
Year of Faith Oct. 11, 2012-- Nov. 24, 2013
"…They called the church together and reported what God had done with them and how he had opened the door of faith..."(Acts 14:27).
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Posted on June 15, 2012 by scherbart
Day of Prayer
You are invited to join us for our annual Day of Prayer!
Thursday June 14th - 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Gathering at 9:00am
Presentation Center,19480 Bear Creek Road, Los Gatos
Facilitator: Carmela Gingerelli amd Rosemarie Peoples Read more...
Posted on June 14, 2012 by scherbart
Opening Doors of Welcome to those with Disabilities
Why do people with disabilities sometimes separate themselves from the life of the parish community? Read more...
Posted on June 12, 2012 by scherbart
National Certification for Catechetical Leaders
In October 2011, the Committee on Certification and Accreditation of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB/CCA) granted approval of the national certification standards and procedures. Read more...
Posted on June 4, 2012 by scherbart
2011 National Survey of Parish Catechetical Leaders
Professors Tom and Rita Walters of St. Meinard Seminary and School of Theology conducted a national study parish catechetical leaders in 2011 as a follow up to his 1981 national survey. Read more...
Posted on June 4, 2012 by scherbart
TOP 10 SAFETY TIPS FOR PARENTS
From The Office for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults – Diocese of San Jose Read more...
Posted on May 2, 2012 by scherbart
Mystagogical Reflection Resources
The Ongoing Professional Growth Series, Teach Like a Mystagogue presented by Mary Birmingham and Nick Wagner helped us to prepare, celebrate and make liturgy matter. An important skill of liturgical catechesis is the ability to lead a mystagagogical reflection process. Diana Macalintal wrote an article that explains the steps for mystagogical reflection. She entitled Read more...
Posted on February 8, 2012 by scherbart
R.C.I.A. Team Building Resources
The RCIA Team Building workshop on January 28 highlighted the importance of catechumenate ministers participating in an ongoing, facilitated study of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults for effective ministry. The workshop gave the participants an opportunity to imagine their dream team. See RCIA paragraph 9-16 to find ministries and responsibilities for initiation ministry. Read more...
Posted on February 6, 2012 by scherbart
RCIA Gathering Team Building January 28, 2012
Come and learn about RCIA team building, discerning team members and providing formation and ongoing enrichment for them. There is a catechumenate gathering on Saturday January 28, from 9:00am to 1:00pm with lunch included at the Chancery in St. Joseph/Clare conference rooms. A $5.00 donation is suggested. Read more...
Posted on December 13, 2011 by scherbart
Diocesan Catechetical Advisory Board chooses its 2012 goals
The Catechetical Advisory Board will address the following issues in the upcoming year: Read more...
Posted on December 2, 2011 by scherbart
Women and Spirit Exhibit Catholic Sisters in America
The Women & Spirit: Catholic Sisters in America exhibit will be on display at The California Museum in Sacramento from January 24, 2012 – June 3, 2012. This traveling exhibit, organized by the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), reveals the story behind the pioneer Catholic Sisters who helped shape the nation’s social and cultural landscape. Read more...
Posted on October 11, 2011 by scherbart
Fr. Robert Barron's Catholicism
Watch Fr. Robert Barron's "Catholicism" series on Public TV! Read more...
Posted on October 3, 2011 by scherbart
Catholic Scouting in Diocese of San Jose
Catholic Scouting is an important youth ministry in the diocese of San Jose. It supports faith formation for children and youth. Here is a flyer that summarizes the Catholic Scouting religious programs for Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts. Read more...
Posted on October 3, 2011 by scherbart
