Emerging Models Conference

All the faithful share the responsibility of building up the church.  The church, in turn responds to the needs of the faithful, forming communities and providing leadership.  As we study the emerging models of pastoral leadership, we continue in a tradition rich in resources and theological understanding.   In today’s Church new parish settings, evolving leadership roles, and creative applications of traditional religious practices are changing how we provide vibrant parish life. 

 

Bishop Blase J. Cupich, Episcopal Advisor to the Emerging Models of Pastoral Leadership Project, will address the theological, sacramental, and ecclesiological context within which to understand pastoral leadership in the United States, today.  Marti R. Jewell, D.Min., cand., will address the major findings of the Emerging Models of Pastoral Leadership Project.

Join us as we share insights into, and theological reflection on, the research developed by the Emerging Models Project on what makes excellent parishes and pastoral leadership in today’s Church. 

 

For details and registration click here.

 

Special Presentation for High School Youth

A special presentation for high school youth will be held on October 1, 2008 from 7:00 -8:30 p.m. at St. Columbkille Parish in Papillion.  The presenter, Mike Patin will be speaking on “Lost Connections:  How ‘Connected’ are you?” 

 

Outstanding Minister's Awards 2008 – A PowerPoint presentation of the awards ceremony at St. Patrick on May 21, 2008.

 

Catholic Faith Formation Office Grants

The Catholic Faith Formation Office Grant offers tuition assistance to all adults (18 and older), from the Archdiocese of Omaha, seeking Catholic Adult Education and Faith Formation.  Funds will be distributed to approved applications for the 2008-2009 fiscal year (July 1-June 30)  To apply and for more information click here.

INET (Initiation Network) Annual Workshop

The Omaha Archdiocesan Initiation Network (INET) and the Catholic Faith Formation Office is holding their annual workshop for teams, leaders and other parish ministers on Saturday, August 9, 2008 at St. Vincent de Paul Parish.  The workshop is “The RCIA Mosaic:  Putting all the Pieces Together”.  The keynote speaker is Dr. Jem Sullivan, she is the author of the Study Guide to US Adult Catholic Catechism.  For information on workshops and to register click here.