January 2022
Faith Formation/Youth Ministry Update
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This monthly e-newsletter serves catechetical and youth ministry leaders in the Diocese of Green Bay by furnishing them with updates, events and other resources helpful to them in their ministry of fostering households and communities of discipleship.
Discover Jesus. Follow Jesus. Worship Jesus. Share Jesus with others.
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Notices, Updates, Events
Generally useful information.
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Annual RE/YM Report
Thank you, Thank you!
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We've heard from 91 parish programs, and while that's not everyone, it's pretty close! We'll follow-up with the rest, so that we can get as accurate numbers as possible.
Your comments are invaluable, and we'll address them in future programming, Updates, and virtual parish visits. Thank you!
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If you still haven't submitted your annual report, it's not too late. The link is HERE. |
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We'll be reaching out to folks from whom we haven't heard; not many, thanks to you! |
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Office Hour: Thursday, January 6th! |
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Our next Office Hour will be on Thursday, January 6th from 1-2pm. Let's talk about Steubenville trips, GBYC and LBH!
Of course, we're always available for any questions or concerns in the meantime; just call or e-mail!
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Zoom Link for Office Hour:
Meeting ID: 869 9363 0041
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Invite us for a visit! Scheduling calendar now open w/ dates in Jan, Feb, Mar
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Our virtual parish visits were very well-received last year; we were welcomed into over 60 parishes!
Please use this spreadsheet to schedule a visit (via Zoom) with the Child & Youth Faith Formation Team in 2022, so we can pray with/for you, hear from you about your current program, and learn how our Office can support and encourage you in current and future plans.
Your pastor/pastoral leader and support staff are most welcome to join our visit; please schedule accordingly. This is an intentional, individual opportunity to connect with us. If you require a before- or after-hours appointment or wish to negotiate an alternate meeting time, please call 920-272-8309. For planning purposes, visits are 60 minutes or less in length.
We look forward to seeing you! You will receive a confirmation e-mail, with Zoom link information after you sign-up, and another reminder about a week before the visit.
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Disciples for Life Event
January 22, 2022 at the Shrine
12:30pm-5pm
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Join us for a vibrant celebration of life where we will explore what it means to walk with moms in need before, during, and after pregnancy! This free event will be held in person and via livestream. |
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Please Save This Date: Thursday, February 24, 2022
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8AM-Noon; Nativity Parish; Green Bay
"Loving All God's People": Formation for CREs, DREs, YMs, and Catholic School Administrators regarding gender and related issues, featuring a Jason Evert, a nationally known speaker and expert on these topics.
This formation will help prepare our RE/YM and Catholic school leaders for upcoming guidance on these issues. You won't want to miss this formation. Stay tuned for more information and please save the date.
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Franciscan at Home:
Start the New Year with a Bang!
New courses (English and Spanish) available.
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Good News: Your parish is already set up with an account in Franciscan at Home, the new online platform for catechetical certification training and other faith formation opportunities. Has your parish designated its Leader yet?
And as soon as a Leader is established for your parish, you can invite your catechists and other parishioners to register and take courses individually, or in a group setting. Courses are open to all adult learners; it's a great way to develop potential catechists for the future! Newly announced courses include:
- Evangelization in Children's Faith Formation
- Observing/Measuring Discipleship in Children
- Contemporary Teaching Strategies
- Following Jesus: The Challenge of Discipleship
- The Directory for Catechesis: Princples for Forming Catechists
- The Use of Sacred Space in Catechesis
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In Spanish: Jesús: El cristocentrismo de la catequesis
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In Spanish: Cómo cultivar la santidad en los niños
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In Spanish: La catequesis: Haciendo eco de lo que Dios nos ha revelado
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In Spanish: Estrategias para empezar un grupo juvenil
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This is how our Diocese is doing Catechetical Certification; don't miss out! Contact sre@gbdioc.org with any questions about registering.
Contact mcabey@gbdioc.org with any questions about the requirements, coursework, etc.
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Catholic Mutual Group Resources: Suicide Awareness/Prevention |
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Catholic Mutual Group is offering suicide awareness and prevention materials.
One death by suicide is reported every eleven minutes and it is the second leading cause of death in younger people aged 10-24.
Use these links to accesss resources.
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Arise Milwaukee: Youth Event
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A powerful and prayerful day long worship experience for Catholic high school and middle school students from all over Wisconsin. This is an engaging opportunity for teenagers to encounter Christ. The event will be held at Carroll University in Waukesha.
There will be both a middle school and high school day.
Middle School
Friday, March 18, 2022
9:00 -12:30
$20 includes snack
High School
Saturday, March 19, 2022
10:00 - 6:00
$30 includes lunch and snack
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Looking Ahead to Spring Confirmation at the Cathedral
June 5, 2022
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These liturgies are for any candidate unable to participate in their parish's Confirmation liturgy; those who have been prepared as adults through their parish process and are prepared for the sacrament or those that have received special permission from the Bishop to receive at an earlier age. Those individuals needing to receive Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation or just Holy Communion and Confirmation should receive these sacraments at the parish's Easter Vigil celebration.
Each liturgy is limited to approximately 60 confirmands (candidates). The spring date will be June 5th, and when registration opens, it will be on this webpage.
The point of contact for Diocesan-wide Confirmation is Arvilla Rusnak, Office of Divine Worship.
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Love Begins Here 2022: Dates/Places Announced! |
With the grace of the Holy Spirit, we hope to return to overnights for Love Begins Here Summer 2022!
There may be some COVID-19 guidelines, but we are ready to come together to serve in the spirit of St Teresa of Calcutta.
Host parishes are set for Summer 2022!
- Appleton June 12-16 (HS)
- Dyckesville June 19-22 (MS)
- Antigo June 26-30 (HS)
- Shawano July 5-8 (MS)
- Oshkosh July 10-13 (MS)
Pre-registration for parish groups is now open (for PARISHES only, please).
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Calendar
Upcoming dates you should know about.
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Our upcoming events have been updated and will continue to be updated throughout the year.)
Dates to Keep in Mind:
Jan 5 - Mar 31: Virtual parish visits for RE/YM leaders (see article above to schedule)
Jan 6 - Zoom Office Hour (see article above)
Jan 17 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Diocesan Offices Closed)
Feb 3 - Zoom Office Hour
Feb 24 - "Loving All God's People" event (see article above).
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Resources
Studies, media, and materials to help you do what you do.
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Our at-home resource page can be found HERE!
it gets updated as new information becomes available.
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Rural Life Scholarship (see item above): The application period for the 2022 Rural Life Scholarship is now open. This scholarship worth $500 is sponsored by the Rural Life Committee of the Diocese of Green Bay. The purpose of this scholarship is to provide financial aid for an aspiring student going into the agricultural field. All information about the scholarship, the application, and the pastoral recommendation form can be found HERE. The scholarship deadline is April 1, 2022.
RCL Benziger wants reminds us of its newly revised Catholic Resources page, which is continually updated with a wide variety of free, easy-to-use, engaging materials to supplement lesson plans.
The Augustine Institute introduces "Amen" a free, Catholic app for your phone that allows you to have easy access to Catholic prayers, meditations and scripture.
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Reminder: the current Diocesan COVID dashboard reflects the COVID-19 situation in the sixteen counties of the Diocese of Green Bay. Data is obtained from the Wisconsin Department of Health website. Weekly statistics including # of positive cases, # of deaths and % positive cases will be updated by end of day on Mondays. The Activity/Case Rate (Burden) will be updated weekly on Wednesdays to align with weekly updates from the state. Questions? Contact your county health department.
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Share Your Wisdom!
Have a resource that you've found helpful in training staff or engaging students? Watched a video that deepened your faith and led you closer to Jesus?
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If you need anything; prayers, a listening ear, or other support, please do not hesitate to contact us. We appreciate ALL that you are doing to advance His kingdom!!
Maximus Cabey, Director
Child & Youth Faith Formation
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Quick Links
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