Diocese of Allentown
Adult Formation Newsletter
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The Pentecost on Sunday, June 9, 2019
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Greetings!
Thank you for taking the time to read our newsletter and learn about all of the great offerings that we have planned for the coming months!
We hope that you are able to join us at some of the wonderful events and courses that we have available for you!
In Christ,
Office of Adult Formation
Diocese of Allentown
610-289-8900
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The Institute for Catechesis and Formation
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Learn Your Faith + Live Your Faith + Love Your Faith
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Join us to grow deeper in the understanding of your faith
with ICF courses taking place in 2019!
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An overview of fundamental Catholic teachings based on the founding Symbol of our Faith. This course provides catechists with a foundation in the basic tenets of the Catholic Faith, and is a good starting point leading to further study. The course is highly recommended for Catechists; but everyone is invited to learn more about what it means to say, I believe…
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CAT II
Classroom Applications
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Practical information for catechists on their role as formators in the Faith. The course includes learning to create lesson plans, communication with parents and how to engage them in religious instruction, material delivery at age-appropriate levels, and more.
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ICF 101
Christian Anthropology
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This course will examine who God is as the One who seeks to share Himself with His creation. A brief survey of Salvation History will be traced to Jesus Christ, the Redeemer who saves humanity, and teaches us what it means to be a human person.
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The Institute for Catechesis and Formation is intended to provide an opportunity for all of the faithful to delve deeper in their understanding of God's saving plan for us all.
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Welcoming in Truth & Charity
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The Church's Authentic Teaching
on Same Sex Attraction
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Everyone is invited to join
Bishop Alfred Schlert as he hosts
Father Tadeusz Pacholczyk from the
National Catholic Bioethics Center on a discussion of the “Church’s Authentic Teaching on SameSex Attraction.”
Saturday, June 22, 2019
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Berks Catholic High School Auditorium
955 E Wyomissing Blvd.
Reading, PA 19611
There will be Q&A discussion included in the morning event. All are welcome.
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2019 Diocesan Women's Conference
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Women
Chosen for a Purpose
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Women of all ages are invited to hear about their call to be Disciples of Christ and what that means for their lives as women. This third Women’s Conference includes keynote speakers and opportunities for Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament, the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Holy Mass celebrated by The Most Reverend Alfred A. Schlert, Bishop of Allentown. A separate Spanish track will be offered.
Saturday, October 5, 2019
9:00 AM to 4:15 PM
DeSales University Center
2755 Station Ave.
Center Valley, PA 18034
For more information or to register visit:
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Scott Hahn in Sellersville, PA
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Don’t miss Scott Hahn and the St. Paul Center at St. Agnes Catholic Church on Saturday, June 15, 2019, for a powerful presentation on the riches of our Catholic faith.
Best-selling author and renowned biblical scholar Scott Hahn will explore the Sacrifice of the Mass and how we can get the most out of it and other key aspects of our Catholic faith in three talks. You will also have the opportunity to learn more about the St. Paul Center and our mission to promote biblical literacy from the heart of the Church.
You can choose to include a boxed lunch from Down to Earth Café in your registration for a total of $35. Registration not including lunch is $20.
Go deeper in your faith—register for this powerful event today!
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Saturday, June 15, 2019
9:00 AM to 2:15 PM
St. Agnes Catholic Church
445 N Main St.
Sellersville, PA 18960
To register or for more information visit
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Steubenville Adult Conferences
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As children of God, we are called to live in the peace, joy, and love of the Holy Trinity. Yet many of us struggle to feel God’s presence in our lives. We remain stuck in old patterns of behavior or ways of thinking that leave us feeling lonely, anxious and even hopeless. The good news is that we can be free! The Holy Spirit can lift us out of despair and give us a renewed sense of purpose. The Power and Purpose Conference will introduce you to and draw you deeper into relationship with the Holy Spirit and empower you to live in freedom and joy.
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Mary and the Ministry of Accompaniment
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Good catechists never stop learning and growing but finding a way to both sharpen the mind and renew the heart can be difficult, especially with all the demands on your time. This is why the St. John Bosco Conference provides not only instruction and inspiration from nationally recognized leaders in catechetical ministry, but also times of deep and powerful prayer. Join hundreds of other catechists and evangelizers this summer to gain tools to be a better minister and leave with a new zeal for the ministry to which God has called you.
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Holy Wisdom: Divine Light for Our Times
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Scripture deepens our faith and strengthens our hearts but reading the Bible in a way that fosters transformation can be difficult, since comprehending it can be challenging and frustrating. This is why at the Applied Biblical Studies Conference, you receive teaching and instruction from a team of world-renowned Scripture scholars and authors who make understanding Scripture easier for both those new to the Bible and those who have been studying it for years. This training, coupled with powerful prayer, will not only enlighten your mind but renew your heart. The Applied Biblical Studies Conference will make the Bible come alive for you and help you integrate it more completely into your life.
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Christ: The Power and Wisdom of God
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When our hearts desire to share the faith but we struggle to find the words, we can easily become timid, fearful, and frustrated; but God wants to give us bold and confident hearts that are moved by love to go forth with joy and share Jesus and the truth of the Church. The Defending the Faith Conference has sent forth tens of thousands of Catholics who have gone back to their families, parishes, and places of work with great zeal and love to share the truth and spread Christ’s love. Come and be empowered and equipped to fulfill your desires to lead others in faith.
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The National Summit for Ministries with Youth and Young Adults
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July 31 to August 2, 2019
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A gathering of leaders and practitioners with pastoral and/or academic experience in Junior High, High School, College Campus, Pastoral Juvenil Hispana, and Young Adult Ministries that seeks to draw conclusions from recent national and international discussions about young people (Synod on Young People, V Encuentro, National Dialogue) on how to transform our praxis with youth and young adults in the United States.
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Defending the Faith Conference
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DEFENDING THE FAITH CONFERENCE BUS TRIP to Franciscan Univ. Jul 26–28: “Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope- 1 Peter 3: 15”. This is a WONDERFUL opportunity to enhance the knowledge of your faith & spiritual growth with over 1,200 other attendees. The conference includes theologians and apologists who are bestselling authors and renowned speakers who not only teach, but also motivate. Scott Hahn is the co-chair of the event which includes: Daily Mass, confession and a joyful, prayerful, and musical bus ride. More info on the conference can be found at:
http://steubenvilleconferences.com/adult/dfc/. Previous attendees found this conference to be a significant lift in their spiritual lives. This very popular conference is normally sold out before May. Discounts for early registration. Call Deacon Bruce for information at (610) 468-9506 or
b@swist.us.
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help Group
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Malvern Retreat House, also known as St. Joseph in the Hills, has offered retreats for laymen for over 100 years and is the oldest and largest retreat house in the country. Situated on 125 acres, Malvern offers a time of silent reflection for those who visit the beautiful grounds to listen to God's voice.
One of those groups of men from the Diocese of Allentown is called
Our Lady of Perpetual Help and men are invited to join them on retreat
Friday, August 23, 2019 to Sunday, August 25, 2019.
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Stewardship: A Mission of Faith
Fall Conference
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The focus of this conference is the spiritual warfare raging in our society as exemplified by the assault on marriage and family. Come to be inspired and learn how to protect yourself with the Armour of God so that you may be His faithful son or daughter.
Cost: $70 One Day, $125 Both Days
Wednesday & Thursday, September 18 & 19, 2019
The Star Barn Village at Stone Gables Estate
1 Hollinger Lane / Star Barn Way
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
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LEAD
The Four Marks of Fatherly Greatness
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LEAD: The Four Marks of Fatherly Greatness is designed to help men mine the riches of manhood, which culminates in spiritual fatherhood.
LEAD guides a man from identity to destiny, using St. Joseph’s four pillars. These have helped fathers of diverse ages, cultures, and walks of life, discover who they really are and God’s great vision, mission, and plan for their lives.
The Fathers of St. Joseph is offering a 10% discount code to share with you today.
If you click the link below, enter your coupon code:
ALLENTOWNMEN19, and sign up today, you’ll automatically get 10% off the list price of 40 Days to Fatherly Greatness!
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For resources in our Diocesan library visit
or Call 610-289-8900, Ext. 2027.
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Is God the only One who “is”?
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Since creatures have received everything they are and have from God, only God in himself is the fullness of being and of every perfection. God is “He who is” without origin and without end. Jesus also reveals that he bears the divine name “I Am” (John 8:28).
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The Catholic Mirror:
Reflections on Our Life in Christ
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Presumably, most people reading this are aware of the love of Christ for them. He loved us to the point of death (and beyond) and is constantly calling us towards Himself so that we can have a share in His blessed life. Perhaps we know this with our intellect, but do we really believe it? Have we internalized it fully and planted the seed of that knowledge deep in our hearts? If we have, wouldn't many of our lives be radically different?
With this knowledge embedded, and growing, deeply in our hearts we would have a deep devotion to Our Lord and the courage to live the Faith in a unique and powerful way, growing in holiness on our journey towards sainthood. This isn't something we can do on our own. As we celebrate Pentecost, may we ask the Holy Spirit to plant this seed of faith in our hearts so that we can grow and have the courage and enthusiasm to evangelize others.
Let us Praise the Lord.
-And give him thanks.
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Thank you for reading. We pray that you have a blessed Summer. Hopefully we will see you at some of our events!
Deo Omnis Gloria.
Diocese of Allentown
Office of Adult Formation
2121 Madison Ave
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18017
610-289-8900
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The Solemnity of The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
on Friday, June 28, 2019
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Rick Dooley, Assistant Director
Office of Adult Formation
610-289-8900, Ext. 2027
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Mary Fran Hartigan, Director
Faith Formation
610-289-8900, Ext. 2026
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