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CATECHIST
FORMATION PROGRAM 2015
FOREWORD
As I present the 2015 Catechist Formation Program I am encouraged by Pope Francis’ call for all
those who follow Jesus to become missionary disciples. Specifically in his address to Catechists in
Rome in 2013, he said: “Love attracts us and sends us; it draws us in and sends us to others. This
tension marks the beating heart of the Christian, especially the heart of the Catechist.”
I trust that this Formation Program will assist you to develop the knowledge and skills needed for
your catechetical work in the parish and will also help enrich your own faith journey. I encourage
you to explore its contents early in the year so that you can plan to attend the courses and events
that interest you and support your ministry. You may wish to attend some courses and events
as a parish group. It is good to aim for attending at least one new course every year. I know that
Coordinators and Parish Priests will encourage your learning and personal formation.
I particularly urge you to complete the Initial Formation Course if you want to be commissioned
and contribute as an active Catechist. This initial formation is designed to provide you with the
knowledge and skills to communicate your faith confidently to the children of your parish.
Most courses in the Formation Program (with the exception of the Initial Formation Course) can
be presented at parish centres. We are very open to requests to hold these in your own parish and
welcome the attendance of other parishioners who may also find them of interest.
Please note that Catechist Service courses can be used towards:
›› Ongoing renewal of Accreditation to Work and Teach in Catholic Schools; and
›› Accreditation to Teach Scripture in Government Schools.
If this is significant for you, please contact us for more details.
The re-writing of the Catechist Program is expected to be concluded in 2015. We will provide
more information of progress and finalisation throughout the year.
As in previous years, all courses will be presented at the Newman Siena Centre. A detailed map
is provided for your information on page 34. Retreats and some other events will continue to be
offered at the Catholic Education Centre. It will be a pleasure to welcome you to courses and
events throughout this coming year.
In addition, please contact members of the team or myself if you have queries, issues or concerns
about any aspect of your work as a Catechist. We are available to provide consultation and support
as required.
The team and I are very privileged to be able to support your catechetical ministry. We never tire
of expressing our gratitude for you! We hold you in our thoughts and pray every blessing upon you
as you serve the children and families of the Archdiocese of Perth.
Team Leader, Catechist Service
Dr Pina Ford
“Formation seeks to enable Catechists to transmit the Gospel to those who desire
to entrust themselves to Jesus Christ.”
General Directory for Catechesis (#235)
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CATECHIST SERVICE TEAM
WITH ARCHBISHOP TIMOTHY COSTELLOE 2014
(Left to right. Stephen Harris, Carmel Suart, Archbishop Costelloe, Pina Ford, Mildred Rego
and Michele Purcell)
PINA FORD – Team Leader
STEPHEN HARRIS – Consultant
Phone 6380 5334
Email [email protected]
Phone 6380 5124
Email [email protected]
CARMEL SUART – Consultant
MILDRED REGO – Administrative Assistant
Phone 6380 5338
Email [email protected]
Phone 6380 5335
Email [email protected]
MICHELE PURCELL – Consultant
Phone 6380 5337
Email [email protected]
Catholic Education Office of Western Australia
50 Ruislip Street, Leederville WA 6007 | PO Box 198, Leederville WA 6903
E [email protected] P 6380 5335 F 6380 5350
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Foreword1
Catechist Service Team
3
Table of Contents
5
Important Information
6
Overview of Catechist Formation Program
7
Catechist Formation Program Calendar
9
Formation Courses on Request
11
Term One
13
Regional Coordinators’ Meetings (RCM)
14
Term Two
19
Initial Formation – Part 1
20
Term Three
25
Term Four
29
Eucharist for Catechists 2015
32
Map of Siena
34
Catechist Formation Registration Form
35
Database Update Form 36
Plan of Modules to be Covered
37
2015 Liturgical Calendar
38
Yearly Planner
39
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
Registering for Courses
›› Please register by the closing date. Courses may be cancelled if we do not have the minimum
number of people by the closing date
›› You can register by phone or email but a registration form must be completed and signed by the
Parish Priest if the Parish is happy to pay. This can be faxed, emailed, posted or handed to the
facilitator on or before the day of the course
›› Without a registration form signed by the Parish Priest, the individual is invoiced and this incurs a
10% GST charge
Accreditation
›› All sessions need to be attended to gain Accreditation
›› Please sign the signature list upon arrival so that the course/inservice can be accredited to you
Cancellation
If notification of cancellation is not received within 24 hours prior to the commencement date you will
be invoiced. Please inform Mildred Rego on 6380 5335 or email [email protected]
Payment
Please wait for an invoice before making payment.
Change of Details
Our database is only useful if it is current and accurate. Please help us to maintain a current and
accurate database by completing the Data Base Update Form on page 36 and returning it to us by the
due date. It would be appreciated if you could please notify us of any changes.
Venue for Courses
Most of our courses will be run at the Newman Siena Centre, 33 Williamstown Road, Doubleview.
(Map page 34). The contact person for the venue is Shiang Lie on (08) 9241 5226.
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OVERVIEW OF CATECHIST
FORMATION PROGRAM
INITIAL FORMATION
ONGOING FORMATION
PART 1
PROVISIONAL ACCREDITATION
CATECHIST CERTIFICATES I AND II
›› Initial Formation Course
10 sessions consisting of Adult Faith Education
and Religious Education Teaching Skills
PART 2
FULL ACCREDITATION
›› Scripture in the Classroom (four sessions) and
›› Theology in the Classroom (four sessions)
In order to be accredited with Certificate I or II
Catechists must complete one unit in each of
the following:
››
››
››
››
Theology
Scripture
Religious Education
Spirituality
A unit normally consists of 2 days or 4 half days/
evenings.
Part 1 must be completed before enrolling
for Part 2
Units can be accredited towards either:
Requirements
›› Certificate I or
›› Certificate II
›› Endorsement of Parish Priest
›› Participants must complete all sessions
On completion of Parts 1 and 2 participants will
be commissioned as Catechists (see flow chart
page 7).
ADVANCED FORMATION
Advanced Formation is available to commissioned
Catechists who have completed Certificates
I and II. In 2015 those eligible for Advanced
Formation may choose from the following:
›› Content Courses on various aspects of
Catholic belief and doctrine
(see www.ceo.wa.edu.au under
Professional Learning)
Please contact Pina Ford on 6380 5334
if you have any queries.
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INITIAL FORMATION
ONGOING FORMATION
PART 1
CERTIFICATE I
INITIAL FORMATION COURSE
THEOLOGY
RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION
SCRIPTURE
SPIRITUALITY
PROVISIONAL ACCREDITATION
PART 2
SCRIPTURE
IN THE
CLASSROOM
THEOLOGY
IN THE
CLASSROOM
CERTIFICATE II
THEOLOGY
RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION
SCRIPTURE
SPIRITUALITY
FULL ACCREDITATION
COMMISSIONED
ADVANCED FORMATION
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9
Wednesday 25 February -25 March
Monday 9 March
Friday 20 March
Friday 27 March
Wednesday 22 April-24 June (10 Weeks)
Friday 8 May
Tuesday 12 May
Friday 15 May
Saturday 20 June
Saturday 27 June
Monday 29 June & Tuesday 30 June
Initial Formation Part 2: (new model)
Theology in the Classroom
Coordinators’ Networking Breakfast
Lenten Retreat
A Process for Sacrament Meeting
Initial Formation: Part 1
Day in the Library
Priests’ and Coordinators’ Day
Holy Spirit the Giver of Life
Winter Retreat
Bateman
Greenwood
Gospel of Mark
DATE
Thursday 26 February
PAGE
New Coordinators’ Orientation
COURSE NAME
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
Two
One
One
One
One
One
TERM
N/A
I/II
I/II
I/II
N/A
I/II
Provisional
Accreditation
I/II
I/II
N/A
Scripture
Spirituality
Theology
N/A
Religious Education
Religious Education
Spirituality
N/A
Commissioning Theology
Or Certificate I/II
N/A
ACCREDITED
TOWARD
UNIT IN
CERTIFICATE
Siena 2.01
Bateman
Greenwood
Siena 2.01
CEC
CEC
Siena 2.01
Siena 2.01
CEC
CEC
Siena 2.01
Siena 2.01
VENUE
CATECHIST FORMATION PROGRAM 2015 CALENDAR
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Wednesday 22 & 29 July
Friday 11 September
Tuesday 13 October-3 November
(4 weeks)
Wednesday 14 October
Wednesday 21 October-11 November
(4 weeks)
Thursday 5 November
Monday 30 November
Old Testament
Drama in Religious Education
Theology of the Human Person
Religious Education & Art
Initial Formation Part 2 Scripture
in the Classroom
Eucharist for Catechists
Advent Retreat
DATE
Tuesday 21 July – 8 September
(8 weeks)
PAGE
Sacrament Coordinators’ Formation
Course
COURSE NAME
Four
Four
Four
Four
Four
Three
Three
Three
TERM
I/II
N/A
I/II
I/II
I/II
I/II
I/II
I/II
Spirituality
N/A
Commissioning or
Certificate I/II
Religious Education
Theology
Religious Education
Scripture
Theology
ACCREDITED
TOWARD
UNIT IN
CERTIFICATE
CEC
Cathedral
Siena 2.01
Siena 2.01
Morley
Siena 1.01
Siena 2.01
Siena 2.01
VENUE
FORMATION COURSES
ON REQUEST
Courses, Retreat Days and Parish Visits can be arranged in your parish on request.
HOSTING A COURSE IN YOUR PARISH
Most courses in this Formation Booklet (with the
exception of the Initial Formation Course) can be
presented in a parish context.
If you would like to host a course in your parish
please contact us to make arrangements. You will
also need to keep the following in mind:
›› Advertise the course both in your own parish
and by contacting Catechist Coordinators from
nearby parishes
›› Ensure that the hall, including seating and other
equipment, is set up and the course can start on time.
›› Organise tea and coffee
›› As host, be available for the duration of the course should you be needed by participants
or the presenter
›› Access to first aid
RETREAT DAYS
Quiet days of reflection are an opportunity to pause
from our busy schedules, connect to what really
matters to us and be nourished and refreshed.
These can be presented in your parish.
A variety of themes are available: Lent, Advent, Mary,
Hope, Courage, Forgiveness, Living Water, Spring,
Winter and more.
MARANATHA CENTRE FOR ADULT FAITH FORMATION
Many courses meet the requirements of the Catechist Service and can be accredited toward
Certificate I or Certificate II.
For additional information about courses that are available in 2015 contact:
Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation, 33 Williamstown Road, Doubleview WA 6018
Contact Tracy: 9241 5221
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TERMONE
MONDAY 2 FEBRUARY – THURSDAY 2 APRIL
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REGIONAL COORDINATORS’
MEETINGS (RCMs)
Regional Coordinators’ Meetings (RCMs) are important occasions for contact with other
Coordinators in your region and with the Catechist Service. It is a time when practical difficulties
can be discussed and resolved, and successes shared for others’ benefit. So much can be learned
when we come together.
Please make every effort to attend. If this is not possible, please send a representative from your parish.
Also, please bring a brief written report to the meetings and if possible email your report prior to the
meeting. We look forward to seeing you.
REGION
DATE
TIME
VENUE
GREENWOOD
Thursday 5 March
10.00am – 1.00pm
Greenwood Parish Centre
Corner Orkney Road and
Liwara Place, Greenwood
MIDLAND
Tuesday 10 March
10.00 am – 12.00 pm
Midland Parish Centre
69 Morrison Road, Midland
THORNLIE
Thursday 12 March
10.00 am – 12.30 pm
Thornlie Parish Centre
Corner Ovens Road and
Discovery Drive, Thornlie
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RIVERTON
Wednesday 22 April
10.00 am – 1.00 pm
Riverton Parish Centre
55 Tudor Street, Riverton
SPEARWOOD
Thursday 23 April
9.30 am – 12.30 pm
Spearwood Parish Centre
24 Troode Street, Munster
BAYSWATER
Tuesday 28 April
10.00 am – 1.00 pm
Bayswater Parish Centre
20 Almondbury Street,
Bayswater
LEEDERVILLE
Wednesday 29 April
10.00 am – 12.00 pm
St Denis Parish Centre
60 Osborne Street, Joondana
INITIAL FORMATION – PART 2
Theology in the Classroom
This five-week course will assist Catechists to
deepen their understanding of the foundations
of Catholic Theology. Topics to be presented
are the Theology of God, Jesus, Mary,
Sacraments and Moral Theology.
The two-part format of each session provides
opportunities to explore how these themes fit in
with the Truth Will Set You Free Program.
NEW COORDINATORS’
ORIENTATION DAY
N.B. This course, previously known as Theology
and Religious Education, is also open to
catechists commissioned before 2007. It can
serve as a unit in Theology to be accredited
towards Certificate I or II.
If you are a beginning Catechist Coordinator or
Co-Coordinator this is an opportunity for you to:
›› Learn about what is involved in this role
›› Be introduced to the policies and processes
associated with the Parish RE Program
›› Receive the vital support you need
›› Meet others in the network
Date
Wednesday 25 February to
25 March
9.30 am – 2.30 pm
Time
9.30am - 1.00pm OR
7.00pm – 9.30pm
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview
Room
S2.01
Date
Thursday 26 February
Time
Venue
Room
S2.01
Morning Tea/
Lunch
Provided
Morning Tea/
Supper
Provided
Cost
Nil
Cost
$30.00
Facilitator
Catechist Service
Facilitator
Catechist Service and Rev
Dr Joe Parkinson
Accreditation
N/A
Accreditation
Towards Commissioning
OR Full Unit in Theology
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE MONDAY 9 FEBRUARY
To register call Mildred Rego on 63805335
or email [email protected]
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 13 FEBRUARY
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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COORDINATORS’
NETWORKING BREAKFAST
LENTEN RETREAT DAY
This is an opportunity to socialise and network with
other Coordinators and with the Catechist Service
Team.
“The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a
field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and then
in his joy went and sold all he had and bought that
field.” Matthew 13.44
The morning will begin with Mass at 8.30 am in the
chapel of St Michael the Archangel. Breakfast and
networking will follow.
Date
Monday 9 March
Time
8.30am to 11.00am
Venue
Chapel - Catholic
Education Centre
50 Ruislip Street
Leederville
The Lenten journey – from the rending of Ash
Wednesday to the resurrection of Easter Sunday
encompasses all that we are in body, mind and spirit.
It asks as to remember our deepest treasure and to
make room for God’s love in our life.
Date
Friday 20 March
Time
9.30 am – 2.30 pm
Venue
Chapel – Catholic
Education Centre
50 Ruislip Street
Leederville
Room
North Transept
Room
CEO Staffroom and Garden
Breakfast
Provided
Nil
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Cost
Facilitator
Catechist Service
Cost
$20.00
Accreditation
N/A
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Accreditation
Half Unit in Spirituality
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 26 FEBRUARY
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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The Hidden Treasure
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY 10 MARCH
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
A PROCESS FOR
SACRAMENT WORKSHOPS
Particularly useful for APREs, Classroom
Teachers (Sacraments), PREP Coordinators,
Catechists and Parish Sacramental
Coordinators.
This one-day in service aims to develop the
skills for facilitating an interactional approach
for sacrament meetings. Such an approach
involves both parents and children in coming to
a deeper understanding of the sacrament by:
›› Relating the sacrament to the lived
experience of the family
›› Connecting Church with everyday life
›› Using language that is familiar
›› Providing the structure and support parents
need to be nurturers of faith
›› Making sacraments engaging
Participants will workshop the sacraments of
Penance, Eucharist and Confirmation.
Date
Friday 27 March
Time
9.00am – 3.00 pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview
Room
S2.01
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Cost
$20.00
Facilitator
Dr Carmel Suart
Accreditation
Half Unit in Religious
Education
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 13 MARCH
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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TERMTWO
MONDAY 20 APRIL – FRIDAY 3 JULY
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INITIAL FORMATION – PART 1
The Initial Formation Course Part 1 provides
Provisional Accreditation for Catechists in
parishes and those participating in Christian
Religious Education (CRE) in state schools.
This ten-week course explores current Church
teaching and provides opportunities for personal
faith development and the skills needed for
working with children.
This course will be facilitated by Michele Purcell.
Contributing presenters
›› Fr Peter Porteous
›› Sue Seeber
›› Karen Hart
›› Sr Kerry Willison
›› Dr Pina Ford
Completion of the course leads to Provisional
Accreditation and Commissioning.
Date
Wednesday 22 April – 24
June
Time
9.30 am – 1.00 pm OR
7.00 pm – 9.30 pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview
Room
S2.01
Morning Tea/
Supper
Provided
Cost
$60.00
Facilitator
Michele Purcell and outside
presenters
Accreditation
Provisional Accreditation
For further information please contact
your Catechist Coordinator or
Michele Purcell on 6380 5337 or
email [email protected]
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OUTLINE
WEEK DATE
SESSION 1
SESSION 2
1
22 April
Images of the
Catechist
Understanding
the Learner
2
29 April
Images of God
RE Process I
3
6 May
Images of
Jesus
RE Process II
4
13 May
Images of
Church
RE
Demonstration
Lesson
5
20 May
Trinity
Sacrament
Program and
Lesson
Planning
6
27 May
Prayer &
Spirituality
Children’s
Prayer &
Spirituality
7
3 June
Catering for
Children with
Special Needs
Classroom
Management
8
10 June
Sacramentality
Resources and
The Catholic
Library
9
17 June
The Seven
Sacraments of
the Church
Ritual, Symbol
& Worship
10
24 June
Liturgy
The Catechist
& Closing
Ritual
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 2 APRIL
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
HOLY SPIRIT: THE LORD,
THE GIVER OF LIFE
Our Christian faith rests above all else on our
belief in the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
A DAY IN THE
CATHOLIC LIBRARY!
In this course we will explore the unique mission
of the Holy Spirit. We will look at the scriptures
and the tradition to help us understand the role
of the Spirit in the work of creation and the work
of sanctification.
Treat yourself to a pleasant day discovering useful
teaching aids in the library. Membership is free!
Librarian, Robyn Valli, will guide you through the
easiest ways to access the resources you need.
Michele will help you choose just the right songs,
CDs, Sacrament DVDs and Big Books to make
your PREP lessons a joy to teach.
Date
Friday 8 May
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
Catholic Education Centre
50 Ruislip Street
Leederville
Date
Friday 15 May
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Room
Library
Venue
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Room
S 2.01
Cost
$20.00
Robyn Valli and
Michele Purcell
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Facilitator
Cost
$20.00
Accreditation
Half Unit in Religious
Education
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Accreditation
Half Unit in Theology
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY 28 APRIL
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 7 MAY
To register call Mildred Rego on 63805335
or email [email protected]
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GOSPEL OF MARK
PRIESTS’ AND
COORDINATORS’ DAY
This is an information and formation session for
Parish Priests and Coordinators on issues relating
to the Parish RE Program.
The joint participation of Parish Priests, Catechist
Coordinators and the Catechist Service Team
on these yearly occasions is important for the
direction and support of the Parish Religious
Education Program and Sacramental Preparation
in the Archdiocese of Perth.
Further information about the content of the day
and an agenda will be forwarded four weeks prior.
Join fellow Catechists for an exciting journey
through the Gospel of Mark, the first gospel
to be written. Be astonished as you find these
ancient words speaking directly to you. Discover
the important presence of the women in Mark’s
Gospel and make a special study of Mark’s
enigmatic ending.
Please bring your own Bible to each session.
Date
Tuesday 12 May
Date
Monday 29 June & 30 June
Time
9.30am to 1.00pm
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
Catholic Education Centre
50 Ruislip Street,
Leederville.
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Room
James Nestor Hall
Room
S2.01
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Cost
Nil
Cost
$20.00
Facilitator
Catechist Service
Facilitator
Michele Purcell
Accreditation
N/A
Accreditation
Full Unit in Scripture
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 30 APRIL
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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“The beginning of the good news of Jesus Christ,
the Son of God” (Mark 1:1).
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 18 JUNE
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
WINTER RETREAT
“Where there is injury, let me sow pardon”
St Francis of Assisi
Like a seed that is sown, something new springs
forth when forgiveness is placed where injury
occurred. But the way of forgiveness is indeed
a ‘way’, a journey, filled with sometimes small
and difficult steps, needing understanding,
perseverance and divine help.
Date
Saturday 20 June
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
St Thomas More Parish
100 Dean Road, Bateman.
Room
Parish Centre
Morning Tea
Tea/Coffee Provided
Lunch
BYO
Cost
$10.00
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Accreditation
Half Unit in Spirituality
Date
Saturday 27 June
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
All Saints Parish
7 Liwara Place, Greenwood.
Room
Parish Centre
Morning Tea
Tea/Coffee Provided
Lunch
BYO
Cost
$10.00
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Accreditation
Half Unit in Spirituality
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 12 JUNE
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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TERMTHREE
MONDAY 20 JULY – FRIDAY 25 SEPTEMBER
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SACRAMENT COORDINATOR FORMATION COURSE
Date
Tuesday 21 July to
Tuesday 8 September
(8 Weeks)
Time
7.00 – 9.30pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Room
S2.01
Supper
Provided
Cost
$30.00
Facilitator
Team and Archdiocesan
Presenters
Accreditation
Unit in Theology
Date
Session One
Session Two
21 July
Sacramentality
The Sacraments of the Catholic Church
28 July
The Sacraments of Initiation 1
The Sacraments of Initiation 2
4 August
The Sacrament of Penance
Rituals, Symbols and Liturgy
11 August
Archdiocesan Sacrament Policy
A Family Focussed School and PREP
Supported Sacrament Policy
18 August
A Family Focussed School and PREP
Supported Sacrament Policy
The Role of Sacrament Coordinator
25 August
Practical Implementation Processes
Practical Implementation Processes
1 September
Leadership1
Understanding Leadership
Leadership 2
The Leadership of Jesus
8 September
Leadership 3
Personal leadership styles
Leadership 4
Collaboration and delegation
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 9 JULY
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335 or email [email protected]
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DRAMA IN RELIGIOUS
EDUCATION
Delight the children in your classes! Put aside
those old worksheets and dare to introduce
drama and role-play activities into your lessons!
OLD TESTAMENT
The Hebrew Scriptures: Our Story Begins
In this two-day course we will enter the Old
Testament Scriptures to meet Jesus’ ancestors
and ours.
We will explore:
›› The key events that shaped the history of Israel
›› The God that invited Israel into friendship
›› The writings that recorded what Israel
treasured most.
Date
Wednesday 22 July & 29
July
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Drama:
›› Enhances learning
›› Aids memory
›› Brings scripture to life
›› Encourages cooperation
›› Is fun!
Join us for a day full of practical drama activities.
Hone your directing skills and gather a folder full
of ideas and simple scripts that you can use right
now in your PREP lessons.
Date
Friday 11 September
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Room
S2.01
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Cost
$20.00
Room
S 2.01
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Provided
Accreditation
Half Unit in Scripture
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Cost
$20.00
Facilitator
Michele Purcell
Accreditation
Half Unit in Religious
Education
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 9 JULY
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE TUESDAY 1 SEPTEMBER
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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TERMFOUR
MONDAY 12 OCTOBER - THURSDAY 17 DECEMBER
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THEOLOGY OF
THE HUMAN PERSON
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
& ART!
“If I find God, I will find myself and if I find my
true self, I will find God.” Thomas Merton
Set aside some time to brush up on your
art skills!
In this four-week course we will explore some
aspects of being human by considering these
questions:
Try out six instant, not-too-messy, fail-safe
art activities which you can use to delight
the children in your classes.
›› What does
Scripture and
Christian theology
reveal about
human nature?
The rewards of arranging art activities with
children far outweigh the necessary preparation.
Art provide opportunities for learning, joy,
and the development of independence. Art
allows children to create something unique
and beautiful, devise symbols and express their
own spirituality. Art can also be used to allow
children to pray and meditate.
›› What other beliefs
are part of our
culture and how do
they influence us?
›› What are the
psychological
dimensions of being human?
›› How do we understand growth into
Christian maturity?
Date
Tuesdays 13 October
to 3 November
Time
7.00pm to 9.30pm
Venue
Infant Jesus Parish
47 Wellington Street
Morley.
Room
Parish Centre
Supper
Tea and Coffee Provided
Cost
$20.00
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Accreditation
Full Unit in Theology
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 1 OCTOBER
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
Date
Wednesday 14 October
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Room
S 2.01
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Cost
$20.00
Facilitator
Michele Purcell
Accreditation
Half Unit in Religious
Education
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE FRIDAY 2 OCTOBER
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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INITIAL FORMATION –
PART 2 SCRIPTURE IN THE CLASSROOM
This four-week course will provide a basic
understanding of Revelation and an overview of
the Old and New Testaments. It will also provide
Catechists with creative ideas and resources for
teaching Scripture to children.
Please bring your own bible to each session.
N.B. This course, previously known as Scripture
and Religious Education, is also open to
Catechists who were commissioned before
2007. It can serve as a unit in Scripture to be
accredited towards Certificate I or II.
Date
Wednesday 21 October –
11 November
Time
9.30am to 1.00pm OR
7.00pm to 9.30pm
Venue
Newman Siena Centre
33 Williamstown Road
Doubleview.
Room
S2.01
Morning Tea /
Supper
Provided
Cost
$30.00
Facilitator
Catechist Service Team
Accreditation
Towards Commissioning
OR Full Unit in Scripture
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE THURSDAY 1 OCTOBER
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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EUCHARIST FOR CATECHISTS 2015
A Eucharistic celebration in thanksgiving for the ministry of Catechists and the Commissioning
of new Catechists.
At the end of each four year period, Catechists have an opportunity to make a recommitment
to their ministry. Papal Blessings and the Archbishop’s Award are also given to those who have
fulfilled the requirements.
2014 Eucharist for Catechists
Date
Thursday 5 November
Time
7.00pm
Venue
St Mary’s Cathedral, Victoria Square, Perth.
Celebrant
The Most Rev Timothy Costelloe SDB Archbishop of Perth
Supper
Provided
RSVP
Monday 19 October. Mildred Rego on 6380 5335 or email [email protected]
You will be notified if you are the recipient of a Papal Blessing or Archbishop’s Award.
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ADVENT RETREAT
“I will set up my dwelling among you.” Lev 26:3-13
Advent has been on my mind.
Prepare the nest of heart.
Patch up the broken parts
Place more softness in the centre
Sit and warm the home with prayer.
Give the Christ a dwelling place.
Joyce Rupp
Date
Monday 30 November
Time
9.30am to 2.30pm
Venue
Catholic Education Centre
50 Ruislip Street,
Leederville.
Room
Chapel
Morning Tea /
Lunch
Provided
Cost
$20.00
Facilitator
Dr Pina Ford
Accreditation
Half Unit in Spirituality
REGISTRATIONS CLOSE
THURSDAY 19 NOVEMBER
To register call Mildred Rego on 6380 5335
or email [email protected]
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NEWMAN SIENA CENTRE
33 WILLIAMSTOWN ROAD, DOUBLEVIEW
33 WILLIAMSTOWN ROAD, DOUBLEVIEW
CONTACT SHIANG LIE ON 9241 5226
PARKING ENTRANCE
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WILLIAMSTOWN ROAD
NEWMAN SIENA CENTRE
Hale Hockey
Club Parking
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YouthCARE, the Churches’ Commission on Education
Inc., has been coordinating the provision of Christian
Religious Education in State Schools in Western
Australia since 1971.
YOUTHCARE, CRE DEPARTMENT
Since that time, thousands of volunteer teachers have
been trained and taught classes that have made a positive
contribution to the quality of our state school system.
Phone (08) 9376 5000
Fax (08) 9275 9442
Email [email protected]
Enquiries about Christian Religious Education
www.youthcare.org.au
Unit 1/103 Catherine Street
MORLEY WA 6062
PO Box 482 MORLEY WA 6943
CATECHIST FORMATION
PROGRAM 2015
REGISTRATION FORM
›› Registration must be approved and signed by the Parish Priest otherwise individuals will be invoiced.
›› Use one form per participant – please make photocopies if required.
REPLY TO: Mildred Rego
CATECHIST SERVICE
Catholic Education Office of WA
PO Box 198, Leederville WA 6903
Phone 6380 5335 Fax 6380 5350
[email protected]
PLEASE INVOICE
Parish
If you have ticked Parish, Section 3
must be signed by your Parish Priest.
Individual
Section 1 COURSE DETAILS
Course Title
Course Date
AM PM Section 2 PARTICIPANT’S DETAILS (PLEASE USE BLOCK LETTERS)
Title
Sr Mr Mrs Ms Other
First Name
Surname
Address
SuburbPostcode
Home Phone
Work Phone
MobileEmail
Section 3
APPROVAL OF PARISH PRIEST (Must be signed by Parish Priest or individual will be invoiced)
Name of Parish Location
Name of Parish Priest
Signature
Name of Coordinator
Signature
CONDITIONS OF ATTENDANCE
Payment: Please do not send any money. Parishes/individuals will be invoiced.
Cancellation Notice: Unless 24 hours notice is given, parishes will be invoiced for those who
do not attend workshops/courses for which they are registered.
Privacy Statement: The primary purpose of collecting the personal information you supply on this form is to
process your registration. The Catholic Education Office will not disclose your information to a third party.
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DATABASE UPDATE FORM 2015
PLEASE RETURN BY 27 FEBRUARY 2015
Parish Name
Location
Parish Priest
Coordinators’ Name
It is important that you complete this form with accurate information. If you are unsure of details
for your Catechists please contact them and confirm before completing this form.
CATECHIST DETAILS (Please tick) Catechist Coordinator Co–Coordinator Title
Sr Mr Mrs Ms Other
First Name
Surname
Address
SuburbPostcode
Home Phone
Work Phone
MobileEmail
ONLY FOR QUALIFIED CURRENT/FORMER TEACHERS
EMPLOYED BY THE CATHOLIC EDUCATION OFFICE
Are you a Primary Teacher? Are you a Secondary Teacher? I have an Accreditation to Teach Religious Education Certificate (or an Accreditation B Certificate)?
Yes No Name of the School Location
Privacy Statement: The primary purpose of collecting the personal information you supply on this form is to
process your registration. The Catholic Education Office will not disclose your information to a third party.
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PLAN OF MODULES
TO BE COVERED IN 2015
Parish Religious Education Program
Name of Parish
MODULE
YEAR 1
Level 1
YEAR 2
Level 2 A
YEAR 3
Level 2 B
YEAR 4
Level 3 A
YEAR 5
Level 3 B
YEAR 6
Level 4 A
YEAR 7
Level 4 B
BAPTISM
CHURCH
CALLED
TO GOD
GROWING &
CHANGING
EUCHARIST
PENANCE
PRAYER
WORD
37
38
6
8
13
14
20
27
23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Birth of the Virgin Mary
24th Sunday in Ordinary Time
The Exaltation of the Cross
25th Sunday in Ordinary Time
26th Sunday in Ordinary Time
September
3
10
17
24
25
31
5th Sunday of Easter
6th Sunday of Easter
Ascension of the Lord
Pentecost Sunday
Our Lady, Help of Christians
The Most Holy Trinity
May
18th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Transfiguration of the Lord
St Mary of the Cross (Mary Mackillop)
19th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Assumption BVM
20th Sunday in Ordinary Time
21th Sunday in Ordinary Time
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
2
6
8
9
15
16
23
30
Holy Thursday
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
2nd Sunday of Easter
3rd Sunday of Easter
4th Sunday of Easter
2
3
5
12
19
26
The Annunciation of the Lord
Palm Sunday
25
29
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time
15th Sunday in Ordinary Time
16th Sunday in Ordinary Time
17th Sunday in Ordinary Time
August
5
12
19
26
2nd Sunday of Lent
3rd Sunday of Lent
4th Sunday of Lent
St Patrick
St Joseph
5th Sunday of Lent
1
8
15
17
19
22
April
July
March
The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Birth of John the Baptist
13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Sts Peter and Paul
7
14
21
24
28
29
2
8
15
18
22
The Presentation of the Lord
5th Sunday in Ordinary Time
6th Sunday in Ordinary Time
Ash Wednesday
1st Sunday of Lent
June
February
Sunday Year B, Weekday Year 1
2015 LITURGICAL YEAR
27th Sunday in Ordinary Time
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time
29th Sunday in Ordinary Time
30th Sunday in Ordinary Time
All Saints
All Souls
32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Christ the King
Sunday Year C, Weekday Year 2
1st Sunday of Advent
6
8
13
20
25
27
2nd Sunday of Advent
Immaculate Conception
3rd Sunday of Advent
4th Sunday of Advent
Christmas Day (Thursday)
Holy Family Sunday
December
29
1
2
8
9
15
22
November
4
11
18
25
October
39
2/3
9/3
16/3
23/3
25/3
30/3
2/4
2/4
3/4
5/4
5
6
7
8
9
Term Ends
Holy Thursday
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Annunciation
Labour Day Public Holiday
12
3/4 – 17/4 School Holidays
23/2
4
Ash Wednesday
6/7 – 17/7 School Holidays
Sts Peter and Paul
Term 2 Ends
The Nativity of St John the
Baptist
Term Ends
The Exaltation of the Holy
Cross
Birth Virgin Mary
Assumption BVM
The Transfiguration of the Lord
St Mary of the Cross
(MacKillop)
Mon School Term begins
28/9 – 9/10 School Holidays
29/9
21/9
25/9
14/9
15/6
31/8
24/8
17/8
10/8
15/8
3/8
6/8
8/8
27/7
20/7
7/9
8/9
WA Day Public Holiday
Corpus Christi
Mary Help of Christians
The Most Holy Trinity
Pentecost Sunday
The Ascension of the Lord
Anzac Day Public Holiday
Mon School Term begins
TERM 3
8/6
1/6
7/6
25/5
31/5
18/5
24/5
11/5
17/5
4/5
27/5
29/6
3/7
16/2
18/2
3
Monday
20/4
11
9/2
2
Mon School Term begins
22/6
24/6
2/2
1
TERM 2
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TERM 1
WEEKS
2015 YEARLY PLANNER
Term Ends
Immaculate Conception
Advent Yr A
Christ the King
All Souls
All Saints
Mon School Term begins
12/12 – School Holidays
14/12
17/12
7/12
8/12
30/11
23/11
29/11
16/11
22/11
9/11
2/11
26/10
1/11
19/10
12/10
TERM 4