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Year for Priests
During this Year for the Priest, we will be sharing stories of some of the priests and seminarians from the Arch-diocese of Hartford. We ask that you keep all of our priests in your prayers in a special way.
Year for Priests June 19, 2009 - June 19, 2010
We thank you, God our Father, for those who have responded to your call to priestly ministry. Accept the sure knowledge of your love. Open their hearts to the
power and consolation of the Holy Spirit. Lead them to new depths of union with your Son. Increase in them profound faith in the Sacraments they celebrate as they nourish, strengthen and heal us.
Lord Jesus Christ, grant that these, your priests, may inspire us to strive for holi-ness by the power of their example, as men of prayer who ponder your word and follow your will.
O Mary, Mother of Christ and our mother, guard with your maternal care these chosen ones, so dear to the Heart of your Son. Intercede for our priests that, offering the Sacrifice of your Son, they may be conformed more each day to the image of your Son, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
St. John Vianney, universal patron of priests, pray for us and our priests.
Father Robert Beloin
From my earliest childhood I was in awe at the ministry of the priest as an important part of people’s lives as he helped them find God. My parents at-tended Mass every morning and I was encouraged to be an altar server in the
January 2009 ORE Connections
Archdiocese of Hartford Office of Religious Education
467 Bloomfield Avenue Bloomfield, CT 06002 (860) 243-9465 Phone
(860) 243-9690 Fax www.orehartford.org
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Rev. Msgr. Michael J. Motta, D.Min. Ext. 13 Director of ORE,
Catholic Scouting Chaplain [email protected]
Ms. Patricia Keck, M.A. Ext. 16 Assistant Director, Religious Education,
Catechetical Leader Training, Catechesis, Sacramental Preparation, Catechist
Formation, Generations of Faith, Resource Library
Mr. Carlos Aedo, M.A. Ext. 15 Coordinator for Catechesis for Hispanics
Mrs. Shawnee Baldwin, M.A. Ext. 20 Coordinator of Youth and Youth Adults
Ministry, Confirmation (Youth), CYO Sports (Basketball)
Ms. Shannon Perzan Ext. 18 Coordinator of Catholic Scouting,
Video Library, CYO Sports (Cheerleading) [email protected]
Ms. Barbara Jean Daly Horell, MTS. Ext. 11 Coordinator of Catholic Biblical School
Mrs. Mary Marsan, M.Div. Ext. 14 Coordinator of R.C.I.A., Adult
Confirmation, Adult Formation, Lay Ministry
Mrs. Jill Costa Ext. 19 [email protected]
Mrs. Shirley Morris Ext. 12 [email protected]
Specialized Youth Ministry Catholic Boy Scouting Chairperson John Meakin, Jr. (860) 688-7440
Catholic Girl Scouting Chairperson Dina Garafola (860) 742-1465
CYO Basketball Program John Egan (203) 596-9610
CYO Cheerleading Program Robin Norko (203) 281-9663
([email protected]) www.ctspirit.com
fourth grade. I loved it. After graduating from high school, I attended St. Thomas Seminary in Bloomfield and con-tinued at Our Lady of Angels Seminary in Albany. When it closed, I finished my prepa-ration for the priesthood at the American Col-lege in Louvain, a short distance from Brus-sels. That experience was transformational. Attending lectures of professors whose books I had read in Albany greatly inspired me in the study of theology that has remained a life-long passion. Living in the heart of Europe was an expansive experience. Following ordi-nation in 1973 in my home parish of St. Mar-garet Church in Madison, I was assigned to St. Ann Church in New Britain. I then returned to the American College as Director of Pas-toral Formation and completed my Ph.D. during that five year term. I returned to the Archdiocese and was appointed a co-pastor at St. Barnabas Church in North Haven where I remained for ten years. The context of my ministry completely changed when I was assigned to Yale’s cam-pus fifteen years ago. I had no particular in-terest in campus ministry but when I came here I started to wonder ‘what could a Catho-lic center be like at one of the great universi-ties of the world?’ I gradually came to realize that in addition to a dynamic ministry engag-ing very bright undergraduate and graduate students as well as gifted faculty, a great re-source could be found in the Catholic alumni who could bring their experience and financial resources to expanding a Catholic ministry at Yale. Years ago, a friend advised me to “follow the vibrancy” and I have found a great vibrancy in campus ministry. Helping students and faculty see the relevance of Catholic faith to their personal lives and how to bring their faith to inform their decisions is a constant focus and challenge. Promoting a rigorous Catholic intellectual life at the level of university dis-course is an exciting opportunity. It is a privi-lege to minister here and one that I cherish.
Wise Men Vs. Wise Guys
Over the years, the men in the Gospel for the Feast of The Epiphany have been called by different names. Some have called them Magi, others astrologers, still others Kings. For my purposes, I will cal them Wise Men.
What does it take to be wise? What accounts for true wis-dom? Can true wisdom be equated with being intellectual? Perhaps not. I know many people who have studied for many years and have a great deal of book knowledge but do not have common sense. I am sure that you also know people who have advanced university degrees but do not have ordinary wisdom.
Where does wisdom come from? Is it based on life’s ex-periences? Can you learn it from other people? These are good questions.
What is the difference between wise people and wise guys?
Here are some of my observations. Wise people set out to learn things. Wise guys seem to know it all.
Some time ago I was watching a CNN news program as newscasters made their observations about what went wrong in 2009. The segment was entitled “Who Dropped the Ball?” The commentators were quick to point their fingers at other people. The problem with that is that every time you point a finger at someone else, there are 3 other fingers pointing back at you.
A wise person is someone who realized that when things go wrong that he too might be a part of the problem. Realizing that will help you to be part of the solution.
Wise guys already have their minds made up and just look for bits of information to prove their own point of view.
It is difficult to find a different point of view on the news, no matter how many stations you watch on television. There are not enough wise people prepared to changes their minds after studying the facts. But, let’s face it. It is very difficult to get the facts. It is very difficult to learn something new.
Wise people realize that they do not know it all. In fact, the more they read and study, the more they are humbled by the fact that they still have a lot to learn.
People in the Archdiocesan Biblical School tell me that after studying all of the Books of the Bible, they still have much to learn about the Scriptures. They will need to study the Holy Book for the rest of their lives because it is so profound.
Wise people like the wise men in the Gospel are searching for the star that will give their lives purpose and meaning. Wise peo-ple recognize their dependency upon a higher power. Religious people call the higher power God.
Wise guys think that the world centers around them. Consequently, they live for themselves and are oftentimes greedy and selfish. Wise guys think that they are smarter than the rest of us and will take advantage of other people for their own benefit. We are all suffering the consequences of the wise guys among us. Wise people are generous with their time, talent and
ADULT FORMATION/EVANGELIZATION/RCIA
RCIA Workshop
Our third RCIA In-Service Workshop will be held on Saturday, January 23, 2010 from 9:00 am to 12 noon at the Archdiocesan Center at St. Thomas Seminary. The topic will be the period of Purification and Enlightenment; Celebrating Rites and Scrutinies. Our presenter will be Ms. Lisa Orchen. To regis-ter call Mary Marsan at the Archdiocesan Office of Religious Education, 860- 243-9465, e-mail her at [email protected], or return the enclosed flyer by January 9, 2010.
Looking Ahead: Adult Confirmation
Our next Adult Confirmation Program will begin in April 2010. We have added a third location. Classes will now be held in West Hartford, Hamden and Waterbury. There will be classes in Spanish too. Adult Confirmation will be celebrated on May18, 2010 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. For more details and the registration forms go to our web site, www.orehartford.org.
Lay Ministry
Do you know any lay people who are active in your church in various ministries, but need some training? Our next Lay Ministry classes will begin in September 2010. The Lay Ministry Program could enhance your parish life by providing training for the lay volunteer. The Lay Ministry program is an 18 month formation program that includes classes in theology, spiritual development and pastoral skills as well as a parish in-ternship. For more information check our website, www.lm.orehartford.org or call Mary Marsan at 860-243-9465 or email [email protected].
RCIA Upcoming events
The Archdiocesan Celebration of the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion will take place on Sunday, February 21, 2010 at 3:00 pm at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. A separate mailing will be sent to each parish with registration forms and instructions. If you do not receive the mailing and wish to bring catechumens/candidates to the celebration, call Mary Marsan at 860-243-9465 or email at [email protected].
Proclaim Christ 2009
We have purchased for our library the two-disc set of CD’s which include all 19 presentations from Proclaiming Christ 2009 from the Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association. Sessions include the 3 keynote presentations:
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From the Director’s desk…
treasure because they want to make a positive impact on the world. They want to leave the world a better place after they are gone.
Wise guys d not share what they have with others and could care less about the little people.
Wise people will be remembered with affection by us and I am sure that they will enjoy their eternal reward.
Wise guys will go down in history but probably will leave the earth without many friends.
~Monsignor Michael J. Motta
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Building Dynamic Communities of Faith, Reaching Every People and Culture, Sacraments: Powerful Signs of God’s Love. Also included are the 16 focus sessions: Evangelization in Times of Grief: Ministries of Bereave-ment and Consolation, When Families and Children Don’t Go to Church, Laity: Building a More Human World, A Developmental Model of Conversion: What Happens When You Commit to Christ?, St. Monica Min-istry: Praying for Children Who Are Not in Church, Making Connections: Evangelization as the Glue for All Ministry, Small Christian Communities: Moving Faith Outward, Good News or Good Information, Parish Pres-sure Points, Gospel Values and the Common Good, Ab-sent Generations: Connecting with Today’s Young Adults in their 20s and 30s, Communicating Christ with Internet Video: Fast, Free, Effective, Catholic Websites: Tools for More Effective Evangelization, Helping People Encounter Jesus: Personal and Parish Evangelization, If Evangelization is the Mission, Initiation is the Job De-scription, and The Language of Liturgy: Praying and Proclaiming Faith.
CATHOLIC BIBLICAL SCHOOL
We’re blogging! Sign up to subscribe to BJ’s Bible Blog—get the latest news from the Catholic Biblical School sent directly to your email. Go to: www.ore-blogs.info and click on BJ’s photo, then enter your email address in the field provided. Celebrate the Catholic Biblical School’s Fif-
teenth Anniversary in 2010!
Our fifteenth anniversary celebration will last all year long, with special events for CBS students, grads, friends, and others interested in centering their lives on God’s Word made flesh, Jesus the Christ.
Beginning in January and for the entire CBS fifteenth-anniversary year (2010), the Catholic Biblical School will be accepting entries for our Fifteenth Anniversary Publishing Contest
Open to anyone in the Archdiocese of Hartford, we are looking for brief (one to three paragraph) writings that invite readers to reflect on a biblical text or theme. Winning entries will show how the contestant’s faith and way of living have been influenced by their reading of Scripture or their understanding of the biblical theme.
For more information, log on to http://bjdhorehartford.blogspot.com/ and click on the an-nouncement on November 18, 2009, “CBS Announces Publishing Contest.” Or call BJ Daly Horell at the Office of Religious Education.
Celebration of Sacred Scripture
Enrich your Lenten journey with our annual Celebra-tion of Sacred Scripture on March 21, 2010 from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Sr. Mary Boys, professor at Union Theological Seminary, will walk us through some important but often misunderstood or misused passages in the gospels on the Passion and Death of Jesus. This event is open to the public and is free of charge.
This event is a good way to get to know the Archdioc-esan Biblical School, if you have ever thought about enrolling. Registration required.
A big CBS Reunion celebration is being planned for October, 2010. Details to follow. Registration required.
On November 20, Leif Kehrwald and the Center for Ministry Development will present a program on Families and the Bible. Registration required. CBS Students and Grads—Put That Homework
to Good Use!
If you have a homework reflection that connects a Bible pas-sage with your faith, why not submit it to the Fifteenth Anniver-sary Publishing Contest? Winners will be published on our Bi-ble Blog and can remain anonymous, if they choose. Upcoming Biblical School Events for Graduates: Mark Your Calendar: March 6, 2010—Sr. Barbara Bozak, Called to Be a Priestly People March 21, 2010—Sr. Mary Boys, The Passion and Death of Jesus April 24, 2010—Sr. Jewel Renna, Prayer and the Bible November 20, 2010—Leif Kehrwald, Families and the Bible
The Complete Catholic Biblical School Calen-dar is now ONLINE!
For instructions on how to access the online calendar, type this URL (http://calendar.orehartford.org) into your browser and in the white menu bar scroll down from “ORE Hartford” to “Catholic Biblical School.” For more information contact Ms. Jill Costa in the Office of Religious Education (243-9465, ext. 10).
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RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
Religious Education Congress
Save the date: Saturday, November 6, 2010 at St. Paul Catholic High School in Bristol.
Catechetical Leader Retreat
Save the Date!!! Tuesday, May 25th, 2010 at Enders Island in Mystic.
Generations of Faith Training
Several parishes have asked about upcoming training sessions. One session will be in Orlando right before the Fashion Me A People Conference. If we can get several par-ishes together, we could offer a program locally (the cost may be prohibitive for individual parishes). If you are interested, please contact Pat Keck.
Interactive Connections
Would you like to join those whose goal is to pio-neer in the area of Digital Catechesis? If yes…join those who will be attending INTERACTIVE CONNECTIONS for the first ever faith-based education technology conference in January 2010. Why attend? The conference will include an E-approach to catechetical ministry, best practices and inspi-ration, nonstop networking opportunities and a collegial envi-ronment. The theme of the conference is “Catechesis in the 21st Century: Ministering in a Digital World”. It will take place on January 12-15, 2010 at the Doubletree Resort Or-lando, Florida. For more information or to register, email Sr. Carolyn Cerveny at [email protected].
NCCL 2010 Annual Conference
Save the date! The National Conference for Cate-chetical Leadership annual conference is scheduled for April 18-22, 2010 at Bally’s Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada. Stay tuned for more details regarding speakers, workshops, etc.
NPCD 2010 Convocation
The annual National Association of Parish Catechet-ical Directors convocation is scheduled for April 6-8, 2010 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, MN. Workshops for Religious Education include: “Worship, Sac-raments and Catechesis”; “Connecting Parents and the Cate-chetical Program”; “Lifelong Catechesis – Junior High Spe-cific”; “Using Technology for Catechesis”; “Making Scrip-ture Come Alive”: “Spiritual Life: A Priority for Teachers and Catechists”; “Evangelizing and Catechizing Young Adults”: “Of One Heart: Integrating USCCB Doctrinal Ele-ments with Pedagogical Design” and many more. For more information or to register, go to www.ncea.org.
The Catholic Faith & Family Bible
The Center for Ministry Development, in partnership with Our Sunday Visitor Curriculum Division, has developed a new resource for intergenerational faith formation – The Catholic Faith & Family Bible. If your parish is engaged in whole community catechesis, Generations of Faith, and/or intergenerational faith formation, the Catholic Faith & Family Bible is a resource for both the gathered learning setting and the home. Text articles explore all aspects of Catholic faith and practice. There are more than 85 text articles addressing all aspects of Catholic faith and practice. To order or for more information, go to www.catholicfaithandfamilybible.org.
CATHOLIC SCOUTING
Technology & Catholic Scouting and Camp Fire
In trying to keep up with today’s young people, busy Catholic Scout and Camp Fire Leaders as well as parents, we have finally found another way to bring Catholic Scouting and Camp Fire to your house...in your computer. Not only are we in the process of updating our Catholic Scouting handbook on our website but we are also blogging and Facebooking! They are great ways to get connected to other scouts and scout leaders as well as keep up to date on the latest and greatest in Catholic Scouting and Camp Fire. Check it out! Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Scouting Website: http://orehartford.org/catholicscouts.htm National Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts and Camp Fire Website: www.nccgscf.org National Catholic Committee on Scouting: http://www.nccsbsa.org/ Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Scouting & Camp Fire Blog: http://catholicscoutsandcampfire.blogspot.com/ Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=128360974678&ref=ts
Upcoming Events
January 13, 2010: 7:00 p.m.: Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts and Camp Fire Meeting at the Office of Religious Education, Bloomfield. February 4, 2010: 7:30 p.m.: Next Catholic Boy Scout Com-mittee Meeting: Archdiocesan Center at St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield. March 15, 2010: All applications and fees due from activity books from all Catholic Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts and Venturers. All applications due from activity books from Catholic Girl Scouts and Camp Fire. April 25, 2010: 3:00 pm.: Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Committee for Girl Scouts and Camp Fire Recognition Sunday: Archdiocesan Center at St. Thomas Seminary. May 16, 2010: 2:00 p.m.: Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Boy Scout Recognition Sunday: Cathedral of St. Joseph, Hartford. September 18, 2010: 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.: Archdiocese of Hart-ford Catholic Boy Scout Counselors Training October 2010: Catholic Boy Scout Retreat & Chaplain Aide Training at Camp Strang. November 2010: Archdiocese of Hartford Catholic Girl Scouts and Camp Fire Retreat & Counselors Training. Exact date and location to be determined. November 7, 2010: Save the date for the Adult Boy Scout Ban-quet!! Location is to be determined. Please post these events in parish bulletins, websites and email. Contact Shannon Perzan for more information.
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Amazing Catechists
For Catechists, Parents, Youth Ministers and those in Adult Formation Ministries: Another free site…they are just getting started, but the services will include: A point-and-click archive of tips from readers and fellow catechists, arranged by grade level or program, called “Tips and Insights”, Forums for sharing and connecting with other catechists in both English and Spanish, Columns in English and Spanish, Bible stories retold for use in your homes and classrooms, Children’s religious art-work, Videos, photos and audio contributions from readers on absolutely anything that relates to teaching and enjoying our faith together. Go to www.amazingcatechists.com.
Celebration of Sacred Scripture
Open to everyone! Workshop on March 21, 2010 – see description under CATHOLIC BIBLICAL SCHOOL sec-tion of this newsletter. The brochure will be mailed shortly.
Creating A Catechetical Plan
A new resource from Rev. Robert D. Duggan, Creating A Catechetical Plan: A How-To-Do-It Resource, is available from the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA). The manual contains a practical guide to the planning process (organize the planning process, form the core team, assess your current reality, write the plan, implement the plan, and evaluate continually. It contains planning worksheets (goals, objectives and strategies), a sample plan, and resources for core team for-mation. Available at www.ncea.org.
New Resource from Pflaum
New for 2010-2011! Pflaum Gospel Weeklies Faith Formation Program - up-to-date faith formation handbook plus 32 weekly lessons in five age-appropriate editions. Works along with the traditional gospel weeklies. There is a student booklet and a teaching guide for each of the age groups – What the Church Believes and Teaches - based on the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The Subcommittee on the Catechism, United Sates Conference of Catholic Bishops, has found this catechetical series, copyright 2010, to be in conformity with the Catechism of the Catholic Church. In addition to the catechet-ical experiences found in the weekly lessons, each child re-ceives What the Church Believes and Teaches. Each lesson is a separate booklet. The complete Pflaum Gospel Weeklies Faith Formation Program costs under $9 per child. For more infor-mation, contact Christopher Adams at 1-866-532-2608 or [email protected].
A Catechist’s Journey
Check out Joe Paprocki’s blog, sponsored by Loyola Press. In addition to being a national speaker and noted author, Joe is an 8th grade catechist in his own parish. Follow his meth-ods for teaching, wonderful resources for all age groups. This can be a wonderful resource for any catechist or catechetical leader. The blog is free – to subscribe, just go to http://catechistsjourney.loyolapress.com. Note: Joe Paprocki is our keynoter for the annual Religious Education Congress – Saturday, November 6, 2010.
YOUTH MINISTRY
Youth Ministry Basics
Great training for ALL your catechists and youth vol-unteers. $100.00 pp. Discounts for additional persons from the same parish. January 8-10th –at St Francis Xavier, New Milford. Starts with dinner at 6:00 Friday. Goes to @10:00 pm. Saturday is a full day 8:30am-10:00pm with breaks for food and Mass. Sunday is 8:30-2:30. Bring your stamina and @$50.00 for shared meals. Register your interest by Jan 4th. Commute or stay at The nearest Bed and Breakfast (literally next door) is the Homestead Inn. (not included in the price) Phone number:860-354-4080. Their address is 5 Elm Street (the Parish Center is 1 Elm Street).
Youth In-Service
“How to Develop a Parish Youth Program” Sunday March 14th 2:00-5:00 at the Caritas Christi Center, 295 Ben-ham St. Hamden – minutes off exit 60 of the Merritt! Partici-pants learn how to initiate and continue a relevant and mean-ingful high school youth program for and by teens. $25.00. Presenter is Sr. Lany Jo Smith ASCJ – Director of Campus Ministry. 203-281-2569
Confirmation or Class Retreats
Caritas Christi Center conducts retreats for youth on their campus or yours. Campus retreats are generally Saturdays 9:00-2:00 or 10:00-3:00 and include icebreakers, presentations, teaching activities aimed at all kinds of learners and prayer times. Participants are actively engaged in each phase of the retreat. Recommended donation is $15.00 pp. Contact Sr Lany Jo Smith at 203-606-9102
Catholic Youth Spectacular Sept 12, 2010
VISIT www.youthspectacular.net and avail yourself of the posters and other publicity for the CYS 2010. Of special note is the INTENT TO PARTICIPATE FORM. Send this in ASAP especially if you have youth (or other adults) who want to be on the Diocesan Youth Council (DYC). First planning meeting for the DYC is Feb 20th 10:00-2:00 at
Faith Formation 2020 – Focus Group
If you were unable to attend the focus group meeting with John Roberto on December 2, copies of his handouts and powerpoint presentation are available. To receive a copy, con-tact Pat Keck.
Lenten Morning of Reflection
A Lenten morning of reflection is scheduled for Mon-day, March 22, 10:00-Noon, followed by lunch at Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center in West Hartford. Brandon Nappi, a member of the retreat team there, will be the presenter. The event is open to all catechetical leaders (DREs/CREs, Youth Ministers, Lay Ministers, RCIA Coordinators, Pastoral Associ-ates, deacons, and Catholic Biblical School graduates and stu-dents.) For more information, contact Pat Keck. The brochure will be mailed shortly.
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the Archdiocesan Center at St. Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield. Next meeting for the Management committee is Jan 13th at 1:30 at the ORE office. COMING SOON - CYS 2010 promo with Jesse’s songs and pictures from CYS 2009!
Liturgical Taste of Hartford
Jan 18th MLK Mass at St. Joseph Cathedral 9:00 Feb 14th Black History Month Mass at St. Joseph Cathedral(140 Farmington Ave) 2:00 p.m. Feb 21st Black History Month Mass at St. Michael, Hartford (7 Clark St) 9:00 a.m. Feb 28th Black History Month Mass at St. Martin de Porres, New Haven(136 Dixwell Ave) 10:00 a.m.
Disciple Project
Prepare and serve a meal for 100 men at the Immaculate Shelter in Hartford- Corner of Park and Hungerford Street. OPEN DATES: Jan 17 . Feb 14, 21, 28. April 4, 18. May 8, 9.
Pantry Project
Come to the Helen Cooper Food Pantry at St Michael’s Church in Hartford any Saturday (8:00-10:15) - except for after Christmas and Thanksgiving - to help sort and distribute food to the people in the neighborhood. Call Shawnee to register your group.
Hunger 101
Hunger 101 is a role-play and discussion activity de-signed to increase awareness and understanding of hunger and its many causes in our community. The program simulates the chal-lenges of feeding a family on a limited budget. It's an interactive approach to learning about hunger in our towns. Book a Hunger 101 session to prepare youth for the Disciple or Pantry projects. If you would like to become a facilitator of this program, please contact John Phillips-Sandy at [email protected] or call (860) 286-9999 x101.
Souper Bowl of Caring
Feb 7, 2010. Register your group at www.souperbowl.org.
Standing as One Human Family
“Training of Trainers” opportunity on Friday, February 26th or Saturday, February 27th 10:00-4:00 at the Archdiocesan Center at St. Thomas Seminary. Learn how to do this retreat at your parish or school. Registration begins at 9:30. Cost is only $20.00 per person - includes lunch and all materials. Early bird registration is January 29th. See ORE website for flyer.
Solidarity Saturday
A Social Justice day on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at the Archdiocesan Center at St Thomas Seminary, Bloomfield. Regis-tration begins at 9:30. Cost is $15.00 pp - includes lunch and a light snack. Discounted registration by February 29th. Registra-tion flyer on ORE website.
Food Fast
The season of Lent is a great time for youth groups to participate in the Food Fast program to experience the issue of hunger and food insecurity around the globe. E-mail
[email protected] to register your group and get GREAT resources or e-mail Shawnee for 3 informational flyers. You can also invite a Global Fellow to speak to your youth or church community by calling Mikaele Sansone at 410-951-7336 or [email protected]
Just5Days - Summer Mission Opportunity
The Center for Ministry Development has designed a new program, Just5Days, to help teams of middle schoolers and their adult leaders grow in their Catholic faith while serv-ing their brothers and sisters in need. Just5Days will be in Springfield, MA the week of July 12-16, 2010. Find out about CMD’s vision for service learning and how it will benefit the young people you work with from the comfort of your com-puter on January 14, 11 AM-12:15 PM (EST). Register for this “Come and See” by contacting Nancy at 253-853-5422 or [email protected].
Summer Liturgical Leadership Conference
One Bread, One Cup. For High School youth, Cam-pus and Youth Ministers - Word, Sacrament, Mission rooted in the Benedictine tradition to nurture and deepen Catholic Faith. Sessions for 2010: June 14-18, June 25-29, July 6-10. Sessions for 2011: June 13-17, June 27-July 1, July 6-10. Held at Saint Meinrad School of Theology 200 Hill Drive. St Meinrad, Indiana, 47577. Call 800-634-6723 or oboc.saintmeinrad.edu or Fr Godfrey Mullen, OSB Provost-Vice Rector at St Meinrad School of Theology 800-334-6821 or [email protected]
Christian Leadership Retreat
Select some youth to attend this weekend to learn leadership skills in a Christ-like manner with other like minded peers from across Connecticut. $175.00 per person. Contact Holy Family for a flyer and register by May 26th - 860-521-0440 ext 112. www.holyfamilyretreat.org or [email protected]
Youth Charity Dance
January 16, 2010 (snow date Jan 23rd) 7:30-10:30 for the ever popular fun(d) youth charity dance in its 11th year!! Sponsored and held at the parish center at St James Church, Rocky Hill, coordinated by Sharon Gagne. 860-712-5245 or [email protected]. The theme of the dance is “Barnyard Boogie for the Hartford Catholic Worker”. The proceeds will go to Hartford Catholic Worker http://www.hartfordcatholicworker.org/ Admission to the dance is $8.00. Deadline to register is Jan10th
Adoration
Adoration at St Bartholomew, Manchester every third Friday at 7:15. Contact Vicky Rispoli at 860-646-1613 for more information
Youth Ministry Awards
Yes, it is time to think of youth and adults who are deserving of recognition for their contributions to youth min-istry. Packets with application forms will be mailed or e-mailed out in February and will be due in early April. The Discipleship Award is given in recognition of a parish/school
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recommendation to confer upon Catholic youth who have exercised their baptismal call, served as role models in terms of Mass atten-dance and Catholic Social teachings, and selflessly served their peers with unwavering commitment and dedication. To be considered, the candidate must have been involved in Comprehensive Youth Ministry for four years of high school and made a significant contribution to the spiritual welfare of their peers and Youth ministry. The Light of the World Award is given in recognition of a parish/school recommendation to confer upon Catholic adults (21 and over) who have faithfully lived out their baptismal call through dedication and service to Youth and Comprehensive Youth Ministry. To be con-sidered for this award the candidate must: strive to be an exemplary role model in terms of Mass attendance and Catholic Social Teach-ing; have given FIVE full years of service to youth through Compre-hensive Youth Ministry; have made a significant contribution to the spiritual welfare of youth and/or their families and have a letter of recommendation written by a youth (s) impacted by the ministry of the candidate.
Hockey Faith and Family Night
The Hartford Wolf Pack Hockey team is sponsoring a Faith and Family Night on Jan. 16, 2010 at 7:00pm at the XL Center. The Wolf Pack will play the Providence Bruins and there will be a Chris-tian rock band playing throughout the game as well as at the end of the game, and there will be Christian speaker who will be speaking at the end of the game. Hockey Ministries International Northeast Divi-sion is offering a great deal, $14.00 for individual tickets and $10.00 each for groups of 10 or larger. It will be a great family night of great entertainment. If you are interested in more info and/or tickets, please contact Joe Silverio at 860-747-1649 .
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Our Lady of Calvary Retreat Center
Go to www.ourladyofcalvary.com for the program guide for December, 2009 – February, 2010.
Caritas Christi Center
Check out the workshops offered for January-March, 2010 on their website: www.caritaschristicenter.org. Upcom-ing events: Eucharist as Meal, Sacrifice and Real Presence (Part 3) – January 7, 7:00-8:30 pm; Prayer in Secret – January 8, 7:00-9:00 pm and January 9, 9:00 am – 7:00 pm; Film Fest: Gran Torino – January 13, 6:30-9:00 pm; Too Blessed to Be Stressed – January 25, 10:00-11:30 am or January 27, 7:00-8:30 pm; Ongoing Centering Prayer – 1:30-3:00 pm; Prayerful Meditation & Movement with the Prayer of St. Francis – seven Wednesdays from February 3 – March 24, 10:30 am–noon or 6:30-8:00 pm; Spiritual Book Club: The Saints’ Guide to Hap-piness: Practical Lessons in the Life of the Sprit, seven Wednes-days from February 3 to March 24, 10:00-11:30 am; Preparing for Lent with the Beatitudes – February 8, 7:00-8:30 pm; Film Fest: Secondhand Lions – February 10, 6:30-9:00 pm.
Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center
Check out their website – www.holyfamilyretreat.org. Upcoming events: A Contemplative in Action: The Extraordi-nary Gift of Saint Teresa of Avila – January 27, 10:00 am-2:00 pm or 6:00-9:00 pm with Sr. Sally Hodgdon, CSJ; A Shawl Knitting Retreat Day – March 20, 10:00 am-5:00 pm with Sr. Cathy Murtha, D.W. Note: Fairly traded Organic coffee is now available from the Passionists.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Visit our website at http://orehartford.org/employment.htm
YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
CREDO: Web site www.geocities.com/credocath Get a newsletter by writing to P.O. Box 1236, Glastonbury, CT 06033. St. Patrick, Enfield: Saturdays 7:00-8:30. Contact: John Miller (413) 786-3023 St. Rose, New Haven (Spanish): Sundays at 6:00 p.m. Contact: German Hernandez: 203-865-6149 St. Mary, New Haven: Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. Contact: John Alvaro 203-562-6193 [email protected] Rock Group Holy Hour: Fridays: 7:15 pm: 1st Friday: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Waterbury; 2nd Friday: Holy Spirit, Newington; 3rd Fri-day: St. Bartholomew, Manchester. 4th Friday: Our Lady of Mt. Car-mel, Meriden; www.therockgroup.org Bustedhalo.com A website to surprise, challenge & support you in making meaningful faith connections.
Catholic Underground: Saturdays 7:30pm - 10:30pm. St. James Church, 896 Main Street, Manchester. See www.catholicundergroundct.com for more information.
Catholic Dinner Club (for ages 18+)
Prayer 6:00. Dinner 6:45. Speaker 8:00. Members pay $20.00 pp. Non-members pay $25.00 pp Make reservations by the first Friday of the month. Come @7:30 for the speaker only ( $10.00pp). Questions? Contact Keith 860-747-3513 or [email protected]
Theology on Tap, New Haven 2009-10 season
Held on Mondays in the back room of Bar, 254 Crown Street, New Haven. Check out www.theologyontapnh.com for more information.
2009 Calendar
Reminder: Go to www.orehartford.org and click on calendar. All of our events for
Religious Education, Youth and Young Adult Ministry, RCIA, Adult Confirmation, Biblical School, Catholic Scouting, Lay Ministry, and
CYO Sports are included. You can list the events by date, print the calendar, click on an event/workshop to get all of the information
regarding times and locations or you can search for an event.
If you have any questions, contact Pat Keck. Remember to check often.
New events will be added and others updated.
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