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SUMMARY:FOCCUS Facilitator Trainings in English and Spanish – Virtual class
DESCRIPTION:Support Engaged Couples at your parish BECOME a trained facilitator through FOCCUS.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho can be a Facilitator? Any pastor\, deacon\, or lay leader (designated by the pastor) can become a certified FOCCUS facilitator. One certification qualifies you to administer all FOCCUS inventories. \nTraining is flexible: \n\nOnline\, self-paced – complete on your own schedule\nLive Zoom – instructor-led sessions with a national trainer\nIn-person workshop – TBD\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nINSTRUCTIONS:  On the registration page\, you will be asked to select your registration type. \nIf you are registering for the first time\, select:  “Facilitator registering to take online facilitator training (no existing Training Certification Number).” \nIMPORTANT:  On the following page\, you will be prompted to add an organization. Search for and select Diocese of San Jose. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nPromotional $99 rate per participant by selecting Diocese of San Jose for discount.\nSessions in English and Spanish\n• Wed. 08/26/2026 – English – 10am – 2pm – deadline 8/19/2026\n• Sat. 09/19/2026 – Spanish – 8am – 12pm – deadline 9/1/2026\n• Wed. 09/30/2026 – Spanish – 10am – 2pm – deadline 9/21/2026 \nRegister here.  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/foccus-facilitator-trainings-in-english-and-spanish-virtual-class/2026-08-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T180000
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SUMMARY:Financial Guidance that Protects our Families/ Aumentar su patrimonio con inversiones basadas en la fe
DESCRIPTION:You’re invited to learn how the Knights of Columbus (KofC) advise catholics on guarding their family with insurance\, growing their assets with faith-based investments\, & maximizing charitable giving through the KofC Charitable Fund. \nEstás invitado a aprender cómo los Caballeros de Colón asesoran a los católicos sobre cómo proteger a sus familias con seguros\, aumentar su patrimonio con inversiones basadas en la fe\, y maximizar las donaciones caritativas a través de el Fondo Caritativo. \nClick aqui.
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/financial-guidance-that-protects-our-families-aumentar-su-patrimonio-con-inversiones-basadas-en-la-fe/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Listening Session
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260130T234548Z
CREATED:20260130T234548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T234548Z
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SUMMARY:Living the Faith Grant Cycle Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informational webinar about the Catholic Community Foundation’s Living the Faith grant cycle and application. The webinar will review the grant categories\, application process\, and granting guidelines. Get all your questions answered during the live Q&A! Pastors\, parish staff and volunteers are welcome to join and learn more about how to apply for a grant. This webinar will be recorded. Living the Faith Grant Cycle is the Foundation’s annual open grant application for parishes. \nClick here to register.  Virtual event link here.
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/living-the-faith-grant-cycle-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Listening Session
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250828T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250828T203000
DTSTAMP:20250731T174607Z
CREATED:20250731T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T174607Z
UID:10030290-1756405800-1756413000@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Parishes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-parishes/2025-08-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250827T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250827T203000
DTSTAMP:20250731T174607Z
CREATED:20250731T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T174607Z
UID:10030289-1756319400-1756326600@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Parishes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-parishes/2025-08-27/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250826T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250826T203000
DTSTAMP:20250731T174607Z
CREATED:20250731T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T174607Z
UID:10030288-1756233000-1756240200@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Parishes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-parishes/2025-08-26/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250821T203000
DTSTAMP:20250731T174607Z
CREATED:20250731T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T174607Z
UID:10030287-1755801000-1755808200@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Parishes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-parishes/2025-08-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T203000
DTSTAMP:20250731T174607Z
CREATED:20250731T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T174607Z
UID:10030286-1755714600-1755721800@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Parishes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-parishes/2025-08-20/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250819T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250819T203000
DTSTAMP:20250731T174607Z
CREATED:20250731T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T174607Z
UID:10030285-1755628200-1755635400@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Parishes
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-parishes/2025-08-19/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T203000
DTSTAMP:20250729T210432Z
CREATED:20250729T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210432Z
UID:10030283-1755196200-1755203400@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Catholic School Teachers
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-catholic-school-teachers/2025-08-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250813T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250813T203000
DTSTAMP:20250729T210432Z
CREATED:20250729T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210432Z
UID:10030282-1755109800-1755117000@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Catholic School Teachers
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-catholic-school-teachers/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250812T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250812T203000
DTSTAMP:20250729T210432Z
CREATED:20250729T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210432Z
UID:10030281-1755023400-1755030600@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Catholic School Teachers
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-catholic-school-teachers/2025-08-12/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250807T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250807T203000
DTSTAMP:20250729T210432Z
CREATED:20250729T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210432Z
UID:10030280-1754591400-1754598600@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Catholic School Teachers
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-catholic-school-teachers/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250806T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250806T203000
DTSTAMP:20250729T210432Z
CREATED:20250729T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210432Z
UID:10030279-1754505000-1754512200@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Catholic School Teachers
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-catholic-school-teachers/2025-08-06/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250805T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250805T203000
DTSTAMP:20250729T210432Z
CREATED:20250729T210432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T210432Z
UID:10030278-1754418600-1754425800@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Catechetical Ministry for Catholic School Teachers
DESCRIPTION:  \n 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/introduction-to-catechetical-ministry-for-catholic-school-teachers/2025-08-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250604T110000
DTSTAMP:20250512T163356Z
CREATED:20250512T163356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T163356Z
UID:10030208-1749031200-1749034800@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Celebrating: A Virtual Webinar Series on Ars Celebrandi
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAYS\, MAY 7 to JUNE 4 1:00 ET  \nJoin the over 520 people who have already registered!  www.fdlc.org/artofcelebrating2025 \n\n\n\n DATE \n TOPIC \n PRESENTERS \n\n\nMay 7 \nUnderstanding Ars celebrandi \nFr. Paul Turner and Fr. Bruce Cinquegrani \n\n\nMay 14 \nThe Role of the Assembly \nSr. Joyce Ann Zimmerman\, CppS \n\n\nMay 21 \nThe Role of the Presider \nBishop Mark Seitz \n\n\nMay 28 \nLay Ministers \nMsgr. Michael Begolly and Victoria Tufano \n\n\nJune 4 \nMusic and the Liturgy \nDr. Dolores Martinez and Dr. Steve Janco 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/the-art-of-celebrating-a-virtual-webinar-series-on-ars-celebrandi/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Speakers
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250528T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250528T110000
DTSTAMP:20250512T163356Z
CREATED:20250512T163356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T163356Z
UID:10030207-1748426400-1748430000@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Celebrating: A Virtual Webinar Series on Ars Celebrandi
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAYS\, MAY 7 to JUNE 4 1:00 ET  \nJoin the over 520 people who have already registered!  www.fdlc.org/artofcelebrating2025 \n\n\n\n DATE \n TOPIC \n PRESENTERS \n\n\nMay 7 \nUnderstanding Ars celebrandi \nFr. Paul Turner and Fr. Bruce Cinquegrani \n\n\nMay 14 \nThe Role of the Assembly \nSr. Joyce Ann Zimmerman\, CppS \n\n\nMay 21 \nThe Role of the Presider \nBishop Mark Seitz \n\n\nMay 28 \nLay Ministers \nMsgr. Michael Begolly and Victoria Tufano \n\n\nJune 4 \nMusic and the Liturgy \nDr. Dolores Martinez and Dr. Steve Janco 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/the-art-of-celebrating-a-virtual-webinar-series-on-ars-celebrandi/2025-05-28/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Speakers
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T110000
DTSTAMP:20250512T163356Z
CREATED:20250512T163356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T163356Z
UID:10030206-1747821600-1747825200@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Celebrating: A Virtual Webinar Series on Ars Celebrandi
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAYS\, MAY 7 to JUNE 4 1:00 ET  \nJoin the over 520 people who have already registered!  www.fdlc.org/artofcelebrating2025 \n\n\n\n DATE \n TOPIC \n PRESENTERS \n\n\nMay 7 \nUnderstanding Ars celebrandi \nFr. Paul Turner and Fr. Bruce Cinquegrani \n\n\nMay 14 \nThe Role of the Assembly \nSr. Joyce Ann Zimmerman\, CppS \n\n\nMay 21 \nThe Role of the Presider \nBishop Mark Seitz \n\n\nMay 28 \nLay Ministers \nMsgr. Michael Begolly and Victoria Tufano \n\n\nJune 4 \nMusic and the Liturgy \nDr. Dolores Martinez and Dr. Steve Janco 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/the-art-of-celebrating-a-virtual-webinar-series-on-ars-celebrandi/2025-05-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Speakers
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T110000
DTSTAMP:20250512T163356Z
CREATED:20250512T163356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T163356Z
UID:10030205-1747216800-1747220400@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Celebrating: A Virtual Webinar Series on Ars Celebrandi
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAYS\, MAY 7 to JUNE 4 1:00 ET  \nJoin the over 520 people who have already registered!  www.fdlc.org/artofcelebrating2025 \n\n\n\n DATE \n TOPIC \n PRESENTERS \n\n\nMay 7 \nUnderstanding Ars celebrandi \nFr. Paul Turner and Fr. Bruce Cinquegrani \n\n\nMay 14 \nThe Role of the Assembly \nSr. Joyce Ann Zimmerman\, CppS \n\n\nMay 21 \nThe Role of the Presider \nBishop Mark Seitz \n\n\nMay 28 \nLay Ministers \nMsgr. Michael Begolly and Victoria Tufano \n\n\nJune 4 \nMusic and the Liturgy \nDr. Dolores Martinez and Dr. Steve Janco 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/the-art-of-celebrating-a-virtual-webinar-series-on-ars-celebrandi/2025-05-14/2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Speakers
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250514T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250514T170000
DTSTAMP:20250512T163356Z
CREATED:20250512T163356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T163356Z
UID:10030204-1747209600-1747242000@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:The Art of Celebrating: A Virtual Webinar Series on Ars Celebrandi
DESCRIPTION:WEDNESDAYS\, MAY 7 to JUNE 4 1:00 ET  \nJoin the over 520 people who have already registered!  www.fdlc.org/artofcelebrating2025 \n\n\n\n DATE \n TOPIC \n PRESENTERS \n\n\nMay 7 \nUnderstanding Ars celebrandi \nFr. Paul Turner and Fr. Bruce Cinquegrani \n\n\nMay 14 \nThe Role of the Assembly \nSr. Joyce Ann Zimmerman\, CppS \n\n\nMay 21 \nThe Role of the Presider \nBishop Mark Seitz \n\n\nMay 28 \nLay Ministers \nMsgr. Michael Begolly and Victoria Tufano \n\n\nJune 4 \nMusic and the Liturgy \nDr. Dolores Martinez and Dr. Steve Janco 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/the-art-of-celebrating-a-virtual-webinar-series-on-ars-celebrandi/2025-05-14/1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Speakers
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250430T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250430T130000
DTSTAMP:20250404T231214Z
CREATED:20250404T230343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T231214Z
UID:10030172-1746014400-1746018000@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Webinar Encuentro de Corresponsabilidad
DESCRIPTION:Announcing the launch of a new Spanish language stewardship networking group beginning Wednesday\, April 30. It is called “Encuentro de Corresponsabilidad” (“Stewardship Gathering”).\nIf you know of any Spanish language stewardship leaders you think might be interested in this digital-community\, please forward this SAVE THE DATE announcement to them. \nFOR Spanish speakers: To be added to the “Encuentro” group email list see below.\nPara los que hablan español: Si desea ser agregado a la lista de correo electrónico del grupo “Encuentro”\, por favor haga clic AQUÍ. \nWe are pleased to be expanding our stewardship-related resources for our Spanish-speaking ICSC community.\nNos complace ampliar nuestros recursos sobre la corresponsabilidad para nuestra comunidad de ICSC que habla español
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/webinar-encuentro-de-corresponsabilidad/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Listening Session,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250208T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250208T150000
DTSTAMP:20241211T164238Z
CREATED:20240702T230406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T164238Z
UID:10024037-1739005200-1739026800@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Marriage Preparation (English and Spanish Schedule)
DESCRIPTION:Diocesan Virtual Marriage Preparation Retreat Dates for 2024-2025 can be found at www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation. \nThis site also includes information on the Marriage Process in the Catholic Church. For in person retreats please visit www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation or email us at evangelization@dsj.org. \nNuevas fechas para el Retiro Diocesano de Preparación Matrimonial disponibles ya! Puedes: Puedes encontrar las nuevas fechas para el nuevo año 2024-2025 aquí: www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation.\nEl sitio web también incluye información sobre el proceso matrimonial en la iglesia católica. Para retiros en persona\, visite www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation o mándenos un correo electrónico a evangelization@dsj.org. \n• English: • 8/3/2024 • 10/19/2024 • 1/11/2025 \n• Spanish: • 9/14/2023 • 11/16/2024 • 2/8/2025
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/virtual-marriage-preparation/2025-02-08/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Retreats
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250111T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250111T150000
DTSTAMP:20241211T164238Z
CREATED:20240702T230406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T164238Z
UID:10024036-1736586000-1736607600@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Marriage Preparation (English and Spanish Schedule)
DESCRIPTION:Diocesan Virtual Marriage Preparation Retreat Dates for 2024-2025 can be found at www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation. \nThis site also includes information on the Marriage Process in the Catholic Church. For in person retreats please visit www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation or email us at evangelization@dsj.org. \nNuevas fechas para el Retiro Diocesano de Preparación Matrimonial disponibles ya! Puedes: Puedes encontrar las nuevas fechas para el nuevo año 2024-2025 aquí: www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation.\nEl sitio web también incluye información sobre el proceso matrimonial en la iglesia católica. Para retiros en persona\, visite www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation o mándenos un correo electrónico a evangelization@dsj.org. \n• English: • 8/3/2024 • 10/19/2024 • 1/11/2025 \n• Spanish: • 9/14/2023 • 11/16/2024 • 2/8/2025
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/virtual-marriage-preparation/2025-01-11/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Retreats
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241217T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241217T203000
DTSTAMP:20241211T161657Z
CREATED:20241209T180406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161657Z
UID:10028894-1734463800-1734467400@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Families Together: Marriage and Family Leaders Virtual Event.
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to invite all marriage and family ministry leaders to our upcoming virtual event\, “Strengthening Families Together\,” scheduled for December 17th at 6:30 PM for English and 7:30PM for Spanish.\n\n\nThis special session is designed for existing leaders within our diocese\, including those involved in marriage preparation and movements such as Couples for Christ\, Marriage Encounter\, and Christian Family Movement\, as well as anyone interested in becoming more involved in strengthening this important ministry within our Diocese.  \nEvent Overview: \nDate & Time: December 17th\, 6:30-7:30 PM for English & 7:30-8:30PM in Spanish \nLocation: Virtual (link to be provided upon registration)  \nRegister here today. \nPlease\, share invitation in bulletins and other parish communications.  \n Purpose and Highlights: \n\nPastoral Plan Update: Receive the latest updates on our Pastoral Plan Implementation with a focus on Family Ministry.\nVision Sharing: Learn about our future initiatives and strategies in support of family life throughout the diocese.\nCommunity Engagement Initiative:  We will introduce and seek your involvement in a new initiative\, “Four Holy Hours for your Marriage.” This project aims to motivate married couples within our parishes to grow in love and mutual appreciation through prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. This initiative also includes the goal of identifying potential leaders for family ministry. \n\nThis gathering is not only a chance to be informed but also an opportunity to contribute and help shape the direction and success of our outreach to families. \nWhy Attend? \n\nConnect with other leaders from across the diocese and strengthen our leader community.\nEquip yourself with new tools and ideas.\nInfluence the strategies and programs that will support marriages and families in our communities. \n\nPlease RSVP by clicking here. \n  \n\n\n\n\nEvent participants\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJose Soto\nDirector\, Adult Spirituality & Family Life
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/strengthening-families-together-marriage-and-family-leaders-virtual-event/2024-12-17/2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241217T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241217T193000
DTSTAMP:20241211T161657Z
CREATED:20241209T180406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T161657Z
UID:10028893-1734460200-1734463800@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Strengthening Families Together: Marriage and Family Leaders Virtual Event.
DESCRIPTION:I am excited to invite all marriage and family ministry leaders to our upcoming virtual event\, “Strengthening Families Together\,” scheduled for December 17th at 6:30 PM for English and 7:30PM for Spanish.\n\n\nThis special session is designed for existing leaders within our diocese\, including those involved in marriage preparation and movements such as Couples for Christ\, Marriage Encounter\, and Christian Family Movement\, as well as anyone interested in becoming more involved in strengthening this important ministry within our Diocese.  \nEvent Overview: \nDate & Time: December 17th\, 6:30-7:30 PM for English & 7:30-8:30PM in Spanish \nLocation: Virtual (link to be provided upon registration)  \nRegister here today. \nPlease\, share invitation in bulletins and other parish communications.  \n Purpose and Highlights: \n\nPastoral Plan Update: Receive the latest updates on our Pastoral Plan Implementation with a focus on Family Ministry.\nVision Sharing: Learn about our future initiatives and strategies in support of family life throughout the diocese.\nCommunity Engagement Initiative:  We will introduce and seek your involvement in a new initiative\, “Four Holy Hours for your Marriage.” This project aims to motivate married couples within our parishes to grow in love and mutual appreciation through prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. This initiative also includes the goal of identifying potential leaders for family ministry. \n\nThis gathering is not only a chance to be informed but also an opportunity to contribute and help shape the direction and success of our outreach to families. \nWhy Attend? \n\nConnect with other leaders from across the diocese and strengthen our leader community.\nEquip yourself with new tools and ideas.\nInfluence the strategies and programs that will support marriages and families in our communities. \n\nPlease RSVP by clicking here. \n  \n\n\n\n\nEvent participants\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJose Soto\nDirector\, Adult Spirituality & Family Life
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/strengthening-families-together-marriage-and-family-leaders-virtual-event/2024-12-17/1/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Training,Workshop
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UID:10026788-1733423400-1733430600@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Pastoral Ministry Formation - Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Foundational theology formation series for ministers that replaces “Faith Beyond 2000 – Part I and II.” Upon completion\, pastoral ministers  will receive a “Pastoral Ministry Certification” issued by the Institute for Leadership in Ministry. This program is held Virtually. \nFor all the ministers: lectors\, Eucharistic ministers\, ushers\, catechists\, youth group leaders\, RCIA team members\, etc.) \nThe course is one of the requirements for Catechist Certification. \nSession Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nThere is no cost for participants. \nClick here for registration and more information. 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/pastoral-ministry-formation-virtual-sessions/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:Virtual
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UID:10026787-1732213800-1732221000@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Pastoral Ministry Formation - Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Foundational theology formation series for ministers that replaces “Faith Beyond 2000 – Part I and II.” Upon completion\, pastoral ministers  will receive a “Pastoral Ministry Certification” issued by the Institute for Leadership in Ministry. This program is held Virtually. \nFor all the ministers: lectors\, Eucharistic ministers\, ushers\, catechists\, youth group leaders\, RCIA team members\, etc.) \nThe course is one of the requirements for Catechist Certification. \nSession Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nThere is no cost for participants. \nClick here for registration and more information. 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/pastoral-ministry-formation-virtual-sessions/2024-11-21/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTAMP:20241211T164238Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Marriage Preparation (English and Spanish Schedule)
DESCRIPTION:Diocesan Virtual Marriage Preparation Retreat Dates for 2024-2025 can be found at www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation. \nThis site also includes information on the Marriage Process in the Catholic Church. For in person retreats please visit www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation or email us at evangelization@dsj.org. \nNuevas fechas para el Retiro Diocesano de Preparación Matrimonial disponibles ya! Puedes: Puedes encontrar las nuevas fechas para el nuevo año 2024-2025 aquí: www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation.\nEl sitio web también incluye información sobre el proceso matrimonial en la iglesia católica. Para retiros en persona\, visite www.www.dsj.org/marriage-preparation o mándenos un correo electrónico a evangelization@dsj.org. \n• English: • 8/3/2024 • 10/19/2024 • 1/11/2025 \n• Spanish: • 9/14/2023 • 11/16/2024 • 2/8/2025
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/virtual-marriage-preparation/2024-11-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T203000
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UID:10026786-1731609000-1731616200@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Pastoral Ministry Formation - Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Foundational theology formation series for ministers that replaces “Faith Beyond 2000 – Part I and II.” Upon completion\, pastoral ministers  will receive a “Pastoral Ministry Certification” issued by the Institute for Leadership in Ministry. This program is held Virtually. \nFor all the ministers: lectors\, Eucharistic ministers\, ushers\, catechists\, youth group leaders\, RCIA team members\, etc.) \nThe course is one of the requirements for Catechist Certification. \nSession Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nThere is no cost for participants. \nClick here for registration and more information. 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/pastoral-ministry-formation-virtual-sessions/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241107T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241107T203000
DTSTAMP:20240708T175432Z
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UID:10026785-1731004200-1731011400@www.dsj.org
SUMMARY:Pastoral Ministry Formation - Virtual Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Foundational theology formation series for ministers that replaces “Faith Beyond 2000 – Part I and II.” Upon completion\, pastoral ministers  will receive a “Pastoral Ministry Certification” issued by the Institute for Leadership in Ministry. This program is held Virtually. \nFor all the ministers: lectors\, Eucharistic ministers\, ushers\, catechists\, youth group leaders\, RCIA team members\, etc.) \nThe course is one of the requirements for Catechist Certification. \nSession Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm \nThere is no cost for participants. \nClick here for registration and more information. 
URL:https://www.dsj.org/event/pastoral-ministry-formation-virtual-sessions/2024-11-07/
LOCATION:Virtual
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