Winter Institute 2016
One day courses for ministry training, faith formation and general interest open to all.
| Date: | Saturday, January 23, 2016 | |
| Time: | 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, unless otherwise noted | |
| Location: | Holy Cross Regional Secondary, 16193 88th Avenue, Surrey | |
| Cost: | $45.00 after January 16, 2016 ($25.00 for each half-day course) |
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Courses |
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| Catholic Voices I – Introduction | Basics of the Faith – II |
| Catholic Voices II – Understanding the Reform | Promoting Youth Ministry |
| Sacred Music: A Treasure of Inestimable Value | Writing & Sharing Your Testimony |
| Ecumenical Dialogue | Adult Catechesis – Part I |
| How to Enlist the Help of Parents in Faith Formation | Classroom Management |
| Teaching Children the Prayer of Listening | Safe Environment Session |
Course Descriptions
Catholic Voices I – Introduction 
Course No: W601
Presenters: Peter Nation
Half-Day: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Want to learn how to dialogue with your co-workers, neighbours, and family members about hot topics, in a way that encourages engagement? This introduction workshop outlines the history and unique approach of Catholic Voice’s global contribution to the New Apologetics.
Peter Nation coordinator for Catholic Voices Canada, is a parishioner at St. Edmund’s parish.
Catholic Voices II – Understanding Reform
Course No: W602
Presenters: Peter Nation
Half-Day: 1:30pm – 4:00pm
This pope is one of the most extraordinary communicators in the contemporary world, but in many ways one of the hardest to explain and to account for. This presentation, created by Francis’ definitive biographer, eases the anxiety that many Catholics have about this papacy.
Peter Nation coordinator for Catholic Voices Canada, is a parishioner at St. Edmund’s parish.
Sacred Music: A Treasure of Inestimable Value
Course No: W603
Presenters: Fr. Ron Thompson & Margaret Barry
Half-Day: 10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Explore how the Liturgies and Sacred Music are truly beautiful and befittingly solemn for this time in the Church Year as they lead us through the Triduum to the glory of the resurrection.
Fr. Ron Thompson is pastor of Our Lady of the Assumption parish in Port Coquitlam. Margaret Barry has a Masters Degree in Pastoral Liturgy and Music, and both are members of the Archdiocesan Liturgy Commission.
Ecumenical Dialogue
Course No: W604
Presenters: Fr. Martin Moser, OMI
Full Day
What does it mean for the Church to dialogue with other religions? Why should we and how can we? This workshop will explore the Church’s wisdom and hope through 4 topics: Ecumenism today; Orthodox – Catholic Dialogue; Mainline Protestant – Catholic Dialogue; and Evangelical – Catholic Dialogue.
Fr. Martin Moser, OMI is the pastor of St. Peter’s parish in New Westminster, a member of the RCAV Commission for Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations, and the professor of theology at St. Mark’s College.
How to Enlist the Help of Parents in the Faith Formation of Their Kids
Course No: W605
Presenter: George Verdolaga
Full Day
Parents play a huge role in deepening the connection of today’s youth to their faith. Find out how to get them actively involved in the faith formation of their kids ¬– and be powerful leadership role models – to help reduce incidence of high-risk behavior and raise responsible, mature and God-fearing young adults.
George Verdolaga, leadership author and speaker is a member of St. Andrew’s parish.
Teaching Young Children the Prayer of Listening
Course No: W606
Presenter: Irina Slijouk
Full Day
Participants in this workshop will equip you to assist children develop a closer relationship with God so that they learn to be guided by His wisdom, nourished by His love and become who God created them to be. We will also learn how to help children be attentive to, understand, discern, welcome and put into practice the inspirations of the Holy Spirit.
Irina Slijouk, an educator for many years, has a Masters Degree from St. Mark’s College. Her expertise is in the area of Spirituality.
Basics of the Faith – Part II
Course No: W607
Presenters: Fr. Anthony Ho & Madonna House
Full Day
The Catholic Faith is true and beautiful, but many have yet to discover its riches. Part 2 explores the moral life and prayer, two of the four pillars of our Faith.
Fr. Anthony Ho is pastor of Precious Blood Parish in Cloverdale. Madonna House is a Catholic community dedicated to poverty, prayer, and hospitality.
Basics of the Faith is a required course for completion of a Catechetical Certificate.
Promoting Youth Ministry
Course No: W608
Presenter: Clayton Imoo
Half-Day: 10:00am – 12:30pm
You are doing some great things in your youth ministry… but do people know about it? In this session, we’ll look at the best ways to promote your youth ministry, both in-person and on social media.
As well, we’ll give you strategies to become better advocates for the youth and youth ministry. Clay will also welcome guest panelists Kathleen LeBlanc (St. Joseph, Langley), Matthew Furtado (St. Matthew, Surrey), and Faye McCreedy (Immaculate Conception, Delta). They will all share some of their insights and experiences in promoting youth ministry.
Clayton Imoo is Director for the Youth and Young Adult Ministry Office for the Archdiocese of Vancouver.
Recommended for all youth ministry coordinators, core team members, and volunteers.
Writing and Sharing Your Testimony
Course No: W609
Presenter: Joseph San Jose
Half-Day: 1:30pm – 4:00pm
One of the most effective tools of evangelization is a personal testimony; everyone has a story of how the Lord has worked in their life. Come and discover your own testimony and learn why it is so important to be witness in this way. Sharing your testimony can be one of your most effective tools as a ministry.
Joseph is a Campus Missionary for Catholic Christian Outreach at Simon Fraser University.
Recommended for all youth and young adult ministry coordinators and leaders, PREP Coordinators and teachers.
Adult Catechesis – Part I
Course No: W610
Presenter: Patrick Gillespie
Full Day
“Go… teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” This workshop provides an overview of the role of adult catechesis in the mission of the Church. Participants will examine the content that is to be delivered, including Sacred Scripture, doctrine and personal testimony. While emphasis is given to RCIA, the principles explored are applicable to any form of adult catechesis.
Patrick Gillespie is the Director of the Office of Catechetics for the Archdiocese of Vancouver.
Adult Catechesis – Part I is a required course for completion of a RCIA Catechetical Certificate.
Classroom Management
Course No: W611
Presenter: Alexandria Fung
Full Day
In this course you will learn how to create a religious education environment conducive to learning and celebrating. Topics include: creating a positive catechetical environment, establishing classroom norms and consequences, conflict resolution, group management and communication skills.
Alexandria Fung is the interim Parish Religious Education Program (PREP) Consultant for the Archdiocese of Vancouver.
Classroom Management is a required course for completion of a PREP Catechetical Certificate.
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Winter Institute Registration:
- The cost of registration includes morning snack and lunch.
- Registration will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Late registration is not guaranteed a lunch
- Registrant should confirm billing arrangement with parish or school.
- Registration is not processed until payment has been received.
- Request for refunds must be received by January 16, 2016 to: 604.683-0281 orocregistrations@rcav.org
- For a refund, there is a $5 processing fee which will be deducted from your remaining balance.