Catechetical Leadership
LIM G800-051, June 24-July (no class July 3), 6:10-9:30 PM
Dr. Carol Eipers, Vice President and Executive Director of Catechesis for William H. Sadlier, Inc.
Description
This course is for catechetical leaders (volunteer or staff) who want to provide sound and effective programs in their parishes and communities. It examines best practices in terms of key catechetical documents, such as those of Pope John Paul II, the National Directory of Catechesis, and others. It also looks at the central role of the family and parish for catechesis, the essential skills of a catechetical leader, and gives students planning tools to develop catechetical programs, particularly in the parish.
This course is designed for
- Directors and coordinators of Religious Education
- RCIA, sacramental prep, and adult faith formation coordinators
- Those interested in expanding their catechetical ministry skills in the 21st century.
Dr. Carole Eipers
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Vice President and Executive Director of Catechesis for William H. Sadlier, Inc.
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Key member of writing team for We Believe Catechetical Series
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Former Director, Office for Catechesis, Archdiocese of Chicago
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Founder, Jegen Center for Catechetical Media and Research
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Internationally known writer and presenter on catechetics
To Register
Please contact Diane Blair at 504-865-3399 or dblair@stu.edu
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Dr. Tom Ryan
09-08-09 - 10-06-09
1 Credit, Online