Night to Remember -- Annual Catechetical Recognitions Dinner

       A spirited dinner gathering with the Archbishop, plus a catechetical ministry achievements ceremony -- sponsored by the Archdiocesan Office of Lifelong Formation and Education (OLFE) staff, were the centerpieces of  the recent, annual  Archdiocesan Catechetical Ministry Recognition and Honors celebration at the Flaget Center, on September 27, at 6:30 PM.

      Under the guidance and leadership of the Most Rev. Joseph E. Kurtz, D.D., Archbishop of Louisville, he and the OLFE staff honored the many year-round ministries of Catholic faith-development, in parishes and schools throughout the Archdiocese, and the hundreds of catechists and catechetical leaders who work hard day-by-day to implement them. A lively crowd of over 170 persons attended the evening program.

Picture Tweeted by Archbishop

Kurtz from the Awards Ceremony

Once supper had been served, the Archbishop delivered an address on the subject of "Catechetics and the New Evangelization." He stressed the importance of catechists in introducing persons young and old to a living relationship with Jesus. In addition, Archbishop Kurtz spoke about the key role that the Catechism of the Catholic Church -- now approaching its twentieth anniversary since publication -- plays in the faithful transmission of Scripture and Tradition to all who come to our churches and schools for catechesis.

Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz

The program then proceeded with a number of honors, awards, and recognitions for catechists, parish and school ministry leaders, and others for distinguished catechetical-formation accomplishments during 2011-2012. (See lists below.)

The celebration was capped off with several awards and recognitions given for long-time service within the Archdiocese.

The Roncalli Award of the Archdiocese of Louisville was given to three recipients:

     Ms. Carolyn Denning  --  Good Shepherd Catholic Church

     Ms. Vicki Johnson  --  St. Peter Church and St. Andrew Academy

     Ms. Karen White  --  Saint Xavier High School 

An award for Volunteer Catechist with 25 Years of Service was also given to:

     Ms. Cindy Davis  --  St. Bernadette Catholic Church

Two local, Catholic schools received the Fr. Thomas Duerr 2012 Award for Excellence in Catechesis. These schools are:

      St. Frances DeSales High School

      Sacred Heart High School

Ms. Bernadette Hagan with (l to r) Archbishop
Joseph Kurtz, Dr. Brian Reynolds, Chancellor, and
Mr. Sal Della Bella, Director of Faith-Formation 

The final recognition this year and a parting gift was given to Ms. Bernadette Hagan, who is retiring on September 28 from the Faith-Formation staff of the Office of Lifelong Formation and Education, after the thirty years of work for the Archdiocese.

 

For more information about the annual Catechetical Ministry Awards Celebration, contact the Office of Lifelong Formation and Education at  OLFE@archlou.org  or 502.448.8581.

2012 Awards and Honorees

Loyola University Institute for
Ministry Extension Program  (LIMEX)


Karl Dolson  --  Master of Pastoral Studies
Sarah Fellows  -- Master of Pastoral Studies
Denise Puckett  -- Master of Pastoral Studies
Judy Stinson  --  Certificate in Religious Education


Concentration in Catechetical Leadership


Bill Ash
Therese Carroll-Caruso
Darlene Fowler
Sr. Mary Jo Gramig
Margaret Joseph
Amy Kramer
Glory Kramer
Emmett Luescher
Tara Mattingly
Lynn McDaniel
Marilyn McNeill
Mary Anne Powers
Kathaleen Stout Riggs
Kathleen Louise Shannon
Judy Stinson
Bob Sugrue


Initiation Team Training


Fred Avis
Insub Beckley
Rhonda Beckley
Mary Ellen Bianco
Grover Bolton
Bill Cochran
Rosie Cochran
Susan Cole
Ken Cundiff
William Daisey
Martha Grimes
David Hernandez
Lynn Hernandez
Chris Mullins
Louis Peters
Jami Sandusky
Kathleen Louise Shannon


Catechetical Ministry  --  Associate Level

Aurora Arellano
Maria Beltran
Ann Brussell
Nicole Burnette
Janice Clan
Ashley Davenport
Dorothy DeYoung
Erin Hagan Fahringer
Trish Feltner
Olga Garcia
Kathryn Garrett
Jesus Betzabe Matias Gibbons
Mary Ann Hale
Terri Harpool
Kristen Kischnick
Ana Lane
Gladys Martinez
Jennifer Meirose
Karen Meredith
Chrissy Miles
Tere Noveron
Juanita Richardson
Sr. Doris Schepers
Meredith Scherr
Kari Sims
Kate Stockton
Sara Young
Alex Zaboranek


Catechetical Ministry  --  Advanced Level

Mary Jo Borho
Mary Arlayne Burks
Mary Margaret Cecil
Dennis Comella Jr.
Mary Jo Ellis
Mandy Kumle
Donna Laemmle
Marilyn McNeill
Carol Meirose
Terry Rogan
Maureen Rogg
Rebecca Romero
Judy Stinson
Nancy Turner
Diane Nave Walsh
Laura Walsh
Lynn Wilt
Elaine Wnorowski


Catechetical Ministry  --  Master Level

Susan Argabright
Pamela Boone
Mary Jo Borho
Elsie Boyd
Mary Margaret Cecil
Dennis Comella Jr.
Michelle Cornwell
Suzanne Fogle Fulk
Mandy Kumler
Candice Nieves
Bernadette Porter
Terry Rogan
Maureen Rogg
Judy Stinson
Nancy Turner
Kristina Vogt


Concentration in Youth Ministry

 
Janice Clan
Deacon Andy Heinsohn
Joan Heinsohn
Joan Huber
Pat Kessinger
Kim Lincoln
Chrissy Miles
Michelle Osbourne
Kristina Vogt
Sr. Sarah Yungwirth, OSB

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Catechetical Ministry Celebration -- September 27

     On the evening of September 27, the Archdiocese of Louisville will host its annual Catechetical Ministry Celebration awards ceremony.

     The central purpose of this event will be to recognize and honor the many forms of Catholic faith-formation implemented throughout the Archdiocese and the many forms of catechetical ministry which church members fulfill.

      This year, the evening celebration will also include a dinner for all participants, plus an after-dinner address by the Most. Rev. Joseph Kurtz, D.D., the Archbishop of Louisville. He will speak on the topic of "Catechetics and the New Evangelization."

Archbishop Joseph Kurtz, D.D,

     The proceedings will be held at the Flaget Center, 1935 Lewiston Avenue, at 6:30 PM. The host agency for the evening will be the Archdiocesan Office of Lifelong Formation and Education (OLFE).

      The 2012 celebration will also feature recognition of all catechists and catechetical leaders, in parishes and schools, who have completed one or more of of the OLFE's ministry formation programs. In addition, there will be awards given to those who have served as catechists for twenty-five years, to two Catholic Schools that have qualified for the Fr. Thomas Duerr Catechetical Excellence, and to those who have been named 2012 recipients of the Archdiocese's Roncalli Award.

      For more information, contact the Office of Lifelong Formation and Education (OLFE) at OLFE@archlou.org or 502.448.8581.

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Thanks for a Great Workshop, Everybody!

     We were proud to host a dynamic and practical workshop on Saturday, September 15 --

A Catechist's Toolkit: Survive and

Thrive in Religious Education This Year

      Many thanks to our gifted and fun presenter, Dr. Joe Paprocki, author, blogger, and national representative for the Loyola Press of Chicago, and the 100+ workshop attendees. You each made the day more valuable by your presence and active participation. 

Joe Paprocki, D.Min.

      The morning session centered on the “why’s" of certain Catholic practices that form Catholic identity, like  a sense of sacramentality, commitment to community, respect for the dignity of human life and commitment to justice, Tradition, and deep faith and hope. How to teach about central Catholic themes was also addressed.



Joe Paprocki with Local PCL, Tom Morton

      During the afternoon, the workshop sessions focused on methods, techniques, and tips for catechists -- both experienced ones and the many new 'volunteers on the job’ in Catholic parishes.

     Thanks again to Joe, to the Loyola Press representative present, Ms. Bev Bryan, and to all who took part in the presentation.

Note:  Joe's blog for catechists and catecehtical leaders can be found 24/7 at

                                       http://catechistsjourney.loyolapress.com/



Afternoon Workshop Session



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Workshop on 9-15: Survive and Thrive as a Catechist

A Catechist’s Toolkit:

Survive and Thrive in Religious Education

September 15, 2012

Presenter: Joe Paprocki, D.Min

Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

At:  Flaget Center, Gym       http://www.archlou.org/flagetcenter/

1935 Lewiston Drive,  Louisville KY

      Come to an exciting and practical workshop! The morning session will look at the “why’s of ke

      Catholic practices that form Catholic identity: a sense of sacramentality, commitment to

      community, respect for the dignity of human life and commitment to justice, Tradition, and 

      deep faith and hope.” In addition we’ll talk about how to teach such central Catholic themes.

      During the afternoon, the workshop will focus methods, techniques, and tips for catechists, 

      both experienced and new volunteers ‘on the job,’ in Catholic parishes.

Our Presenter

Dr. Joe Paprocki is the national consultant for Faith Formation at Loyola Press of Chicago. He has over 30 years of experience as a pastoral minister and classroom catechist in the Archdiocese of Chicago. Doctor Paprocki hosts the popular web blog called Catechist‘s Journey and regularly presents webinars on line sponsored by the Loyola Press. He is also the author of numerous books which include Practice Makes Catholic, The Catechist’s Toolbox, A Well-Built Faith, Tools for Teaching, Living the Mass, The Bible Blueprint, and his new 7 Keys to Spiritual Wellness. He works and resides in Chicago with his family. He can be reached via his personal Facebook page.

Pre-Registration and Other Information

 Sponosred by the Archdiocesan Office of Lifelong Formation and Education (OLFE)

www.archlou.org

Info:  OLFE Office

Registration:  Linda McLemore

Phone: 502-448-8581

Fax: 502-448-5518

E:   LMclemore@archlou.org

Workshop Fee: $25 per person (includes lunch)

Catechist Credit:   5 Contact Hours in Catechetics



Catechetical Sunday -- Coming Up on September 16

      The theme for Catechetical Sunday 2012 is

"Catechists and Teachers as Agents of the New Evangelization"

     The U.S. Bishops' Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis has prepared a variety of materials to assist catechists and Catholic school teachers to embrace Pope Benedict XVI's invitation to be evangelists. These resources will assist parishes in celebrating Catechetical Sunday during September and throughout the 2012-2013 year.

     Materials are provided free of charge in both English and Spanish at:

     Catechetical Sunday 2012 Resources (http://tiny.cc/m10nfw)