Formed In Faith
Sharing the Word through Faith Formation, Archdiocese of Louisville
National Gathering on Christian Initiation
Join the 2021 National Gathering on Christian Initiation™ Summer Virtual Workshops™ —this year’s event will be virtual! This event will be offered in both English and Spanish.
Whether you’re a parish leader, initiation minister, or work in a diocesan office, the NGCI Summer Virtual Workshops™ will explore the theoretical and practical aspects of initiation ministry. Through the interactive Adobe Connect platform, participants will break open the vision of the RCIA as it is adapted for use with children of catechetical age, as well as have opportunities to gather for prayer, a virtual happy hour, and optional free pre-sessions.
Registration Costs
Group Rate available. For information click here.
| Early Bird Registration, by Monday April 5 | $55 per person |
| Standard Registration, between Tuesday, April 6 and Sunday, July 25 | $65 per person |
| Late Registration | $80 per perso |
Click here for more information or to register: https://ngci.org/home/index
Upcoming March Classes
Theological Exegesis on Pandemics, presented by Dr. Tom Malewitz, Theology Teacher at St. Xavier High School
Wednesday, March 3, 3:30-5:00 p.m.—online
Catechist Credit: 1.5 hours applies General Theology
This session will discuss how to respond to human catastrophe through faith.
Seven Principles of Catholic Social Teaching, presented by Fr. Goodwin, CJM, Parish Advocacy School Engagement Coordinator for Catholic Charites of Louisville
Monday, March 15, 3:30- 5:30p.m.- online
Catehist Credit: 2 hours applies toward Theology in the content area of Catholic Social Teaching
This session will take a brief look at the history of the Church’s social doctrine and look at the seven principles of Catholic Social teaching which are the foundation of the Catholic Church’s vision of social justice.
Faith Development, presented by Maureen Grisanti Larison, Consultant for Adult Formation and Initiation with the Archdiocese of Louisville
Thursday, March 18, 3:30-5:30 p.m.—online
Catechist Credit: 2.5 hours applies toward the Associate Level under Faith Development or toward the area of Catechetics.
This is a study of the developmental nature of faith and the diverse expressions of faith formed by tradition, culture, and life experience.
Classes are limited to 20 participants. One week prior to class date registered persons will be sent links to join the classes and any additional information (i.e. assignments to be completed before class). To register contact Lynn at lmcdaniel@archlou.org to register. Cost: $10/class
Discover Your Story
Catechist credit is available to teachers and catechists of the Archdiocese of Louisville. Once you complete the sessions FRP will send verification of attendance to the archdiocesan Office of Faith Formation. You will need to complete an evaluation form and email it to ff@archlou.org.
A new class has been added to the Spring schedule.
To view the complete Spring schedule go to https://archlouff.org/catechist-certification/professional-development-catalogue/.
NEW WEBINAR: THE RITE OF ELECTION
TUESDAY, JANUARY 19 2:00 (EST)
Due to the pandemic, several bishops have delegated pastors to celebrate the rite within parishes. In an effort to help parish priests and staffs, the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions will offer a webinar on the Rite of Election – its history, its structure, and best practices for its celebration. Please visit www.fdlc.org/formation to register.
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