Diocese of Fresno

United States Postal Service Identification Statement Registration Guidebook, issued July 2016 for the Annual Diocesan Congress and Youth Day, is published 1 (one) time annually by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fresno, Office of Ministries, 1550 North Fresno Street Fresno, California 93703-3788 Issue Number 6.

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Contents Bishop’s Welcome General Convention Information, Schedule, Registration Overview of Workshop Sessions Congress Keynote / Conferencia Principal

Sponsored by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Fresno Office of Ministries 1550 North Fresno Street Fresno, California 93703 559.488.7474 www.dioceseoffresno.org/ congress

Thank you to all of our Speakers, Sponsors, Donors, and Volunteers that continue to support the Diocese of Fresno.

Workshop English Sessions A-D

5 6-8 11-14 15 16-26

Registration Form

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Planilla de Inscripción

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Bienvenida del Obispo

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Información de la Convención

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Lista de Sesiones del Congreso en Español

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Young Adult Workshops / Talleres de Pastoral Juvenil

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Youth Day/Día Juvenil

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CHECK OUT: YOUNG ADULT SESSIONS ON PAGES 45-47

2016 CONGRESS

MESSAGE FROM OUR DIRECTOR OF MINISTRIES

F FRESNO DIOCESE O AL CENTER PASTOR

STREET H FRESNO 1550 NORT 03-3788 37 9 ALIFORNIA FRESNO, C 8-7400 E (559) 48 TELEPHON

Dear Friends,

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2016 CONGRESS

WELCOME FROM OUR BISHOP

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I take this opportuni ty to invite you to ou r Annual Diocesan have noticed, this ye Congress. As you by now ar’s theme is The Fa ce of Mercy. One of my most favorit by Rembrandt is th e paintings e colorful and touc hing painting entitle d believe that it spea Return of the Prod igal Son. I ks so well to this Y ear of Mercy given to us by Pope Fran us remember that po cis. Many of werful version of th e biblical parable. I participation in this would hope that ou r year’s Congress an d Youth Day might allow each of us to and identify some look for parts of the “prodiga l” son, his “judgmen ta compassionate fath l” older brother, an er, which we have d of the in ourselves, and ef fect a change for th prayer is through th e better. My e many diverse and timely workshops th at are being offered these days, some m ay discover the wel during come themes of ho mecoming, affirmat reconciliation. Pope ion, and Francis consistently talks about those on May I add that we the “peripheries” of don’t necessarily ha society. ve to live on the “o utskirts” of the life church to experienc of the e some aspects of lo neliness, dejection, jealousy, or even an ger. May the challenge to love as the father and be loved as a so n or a daughter, be this weekend as a sid realized e effect of this para ble known to Chris tia ns th ro ughout time. Sincerely in Christ,

Most Reverend Arm ando X. Ochoa, D.D . Bishop, Diocese of Fresno

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Dear Congress Parti ci

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2016 CONGRESS

VISALIA CONVENTION CENTER The Visalia Convention Center offers 114,000 square feet of beautiful yet flexible meeting and convention space and is adjacent to the deluxe Marriott Hotel.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

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From State Highway 99 or from the Visalia Airport take State Highway 198 East. Exit the Central Visalia exit (approximately 7 miles). Remain in the lefthand lane of the frontage road (Noble Avenue). Travel to the 3rd stoplight (Court Street).

AIR Just 45 minutes north of the Visalia Convention Center, the Fresno Yosemite International Airport provides for convenient air transportation.

AMTRAK All aboard! Relax and enjoy the quiet pleasures of rural California as you travel by rail. Business professionals may enjoy Custom Class that offers extra legroom, a daily newspaper and beverage. The California Corridor/San Joaquin runs from San Francisco to Southern California. So join us the old fashioned way and relax on your trip to Visalia. Call 1-800-USA-RAIL or visit www.amtrak.com to make your arrangements.

PARKING

Turn left on Court Street and merge to the right hand lane.

The Visalia Convention Center offers free public parking for our event in parking lots and in addition to public parking structures surrounding the Convention Center.

Travel on Court Street to the 2nd stoplight (Acequia Avenue), turn right.

The Convention Center is on the South side. Free parking is available on the North and East sides.

DRIVING TIME TO VISALIA San Diego San Francisco Sacramento Los Angeles Bakersfield Fresno

5 hours 4.5 hours 3.5 hours 3 hours 1 hour, 15 minutes 45 minutes

MEALS Boxed lunch meals served with a sandwich, cookie, chips, and drink can be pre-ordered for $8.50 on your registration form by September 6. Concession stands will be available at the Convention Center from 7:00 am, and businesses within walking distance surrounding the Convention Center offer varied dining options.

CHILDREN

No children under the age of 14 are permitted at the Diocesan Congress. Minors 14 through 18 years of age must be registered participants and be supervised by parents or guardians at all times. PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO COMPLIMENTARY MORNING HOSPITALITY OUTSIDE THE CONVENTION CENTER.

Saturday, October 15, 2016

8:00 AM — 5:15 PM

YOUTH DAY:

Sunday, October 16, 2016

9:00 AM — 4:30 PM

TIME

EVENT

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Late Registration; Exhibits Open

8:00 AM – 8:20 AM

Morning Prayer and Welcome

8:20 AM – 8:40 AM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits

8:40 AM – 9:45 AM 8:40 AM – 9:55 AM

Keynote Address in English Workshops Session A in Spanish

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits

10:15 AM – 11:20 AM 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM

Keynote Address in Spanish Workshops Session B in English

11:20 AM – 12:45 PM

Lunch and Viewing of Exhibits

12:45 PM – 2:00 PM

Workshops Session C (all)

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM

Workshops Session D (all)

3:45 PM – 4:00 PM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits (Exhibits close at 4:00 PM)

4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Eucharistic Celebration

LODGING Comfort Suites Downtown 210 East Acequia Avenue Visalia, California 93291 (559) 738-1700 www.comfortsuitesvisalia.com Located Across the Street Discounted Room Rate: $89 Discount Code: Diocese of Fresno

Visalia Marriott Hotel 300 South Court Street Visalia, California 93291

(559) 636-1111 www.marriott.com/vismc Attached to the Convention Center Discounted Room Rate: $102 Discount Code: Diocese of Fresno

2016 CONGRESS

CONGRESS:

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REGISTRATION Registration for Congress begins in July, 2016. Early Bird Registration will be accepted through EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION $30 September 6, 2016 using mail or online. Name Ends September 6, 2016 badges will be mailed out to those who register Register: Online / Postal Mail / No Faxes through Early Bird Registration. Payments: Check or Credit Card Online After September 6, 2016, registration will only be accepted by telephone or online, and must be REGULAR REGISTRATION $40 received by October 7, 2016. At no time will September 7, 2016 through October 7, 2016 registration be accepted via FAX. Those who Register: Online / Telephone / No Faxes register after September 6, 2016, will need to Payments: Check or Credit Card Online pick up their name badges on the day of the event. Please plan for this by arriving early. FINAL DATE FOR CANCELLATION All Congress participants must wear their name No refunds after September 7, 2016. badge at all times, especially upon entering workshop sessions. A greeter will check name NO REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED badges at the entrance of workshops to ensure participants are in the right session. No one will October 8, 2016 through October 14, 2016 be allowed into a session unless that session is listed on their name badge. Replacement ON-SITE REGISTRATION $40 name badges will be charged $10 per October 15, 2016 badge. Payments: Check or Cash Congress is an adult event, therefore children under the age of 14 are not allowed. Children 14 through 18 years of age are welcome to attend only as registered participants, and accompanied by a parent or another authorized adult as their chaperone. Minors may CANCELLATION / REFUND / PAYMENT POLICIES: not be in a workshop or exhibit area without an adult parent or guardian due All cancellations will incur a processing fee of $5.00. to diocesan Safe Environment All requests for cancellations or refunds need to be in writing directives. and received before September 6. No refunds will be given beyond cancellation date. No refunds for “no show” For information on registration for attendees. Youth Day, please see page 48. All PAY LATER fees must be paid in full by October 31, 2016 or late payment fees will be added.

LITURGIES PLEASE JOIN US FOR….

Morning Prayer at 8:00 a.m.

Eucharistic Celebration at 4:00 p.m.

¡SE PARTE DEL V ENCUENTRO! Conta cta a tu equipo pa rroquia l pa ra ser pa rte de una intensa a ctivida d misionera , consulta , desa rrollo de lidera zgo e identifica ción de buenas prá ctica s ministeria les en el espíritu de la Nueva Evangeliza ción. Pa ra inform a c ión sob re el V Enc uentro, ha b la c on un rep resenta nte d el Eq uip o Dioc esa no d e Ac om p a ña m iento a l V Enc uentro en la m esa d e la Ofic ina d e Ministerios.

BE PART OF THE V ENCUENTRO (FIFTH ENCOUNTER)! Conta ct your pa rish tea m to pa rticipa te in a journey of intense missiona ry a ctivity, consulta tion, lea dership development, a nd identifica tion of best ministeria l pra ctices in the spirit of the New Eva ngeliza tion. For m ore informa tion on the V Enc uentro (Fifth Enc ounter of the Hisp a nic Pa stora l) ta lk to one of the tea m m em b ers of the Dioc esa n V Enc uentro Tea m a t the Offic e of Ministries b ooth.

¡Llamados a ser parte de una Comunidad de Discípulos Misioneros para ir con Alegría a compartir la Buena Noticia del Amor de Dios! Maryknoll está aquí para compartir sus recursos e información sobre Formación Misionera para apoyarle y acompañar a su Comunidad de Discípulos Misioneros Ofrecemos:  Programas de Formación de Discípulos Misioneros  Viajes de Inmersión  Revista Maryknoll,  Recursos para Catequistas y Profesores ¡Visite nuestro puesto en el área de exhibición!

We are called to be Communities of Missionary Disciples who go forth in JOY to share the Good News of God’s love! How can Maryknoll support YOU and YOUR community of missionary disciples?  Formation programs  Workshops and Retreats  Immersions  Resources for Teachers and Catechists Visit our booth in the Exhibit Area!

Contact us: Dn. Gustavo Escrucería Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers 16642 Ashland Avenue | San Lorenzo, CA 94580 510-276-5021 | [email protected]

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8:40 a.m. to 9:55 a.m. Keynote Address:

OVERVIEW OF WORKSHOP SESSIONS RESUMEN DE SESIONES DE TALLERES 10:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Conferencia Principal:

ENGLISH: The Face of Mercy Deacon Alex Jones

ESPAÑOL: La Misericordia y el Quinto Encuentro Patty Jiménez y José Antonio Medina

TALLERES SESIÓN A

WORKSHOPS SESSION B

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A.21 Promover las Vocaciones: Un Acto Espiritual de la Misericordia Reverendo Dan Ávila A.22 La Piscología de la Tecnología Jossie Ceja A.23 Síntesis de las Obras de Misericordia (Corporales y Espirituales) Reverendo Jesús del Ángel León, J.C.L. A.24 Reconciliación 2.0: Sacramento de la Misericordia Reverendo Jon Pedigo, S.T.L. A.25 ¿Catequista Compartiendo la Misericordia de Jesús? Francisco Rodríguez A.26 Cinco Maneras para Incorporar a los Padres de Familia en la Catequesis Victor Valenzuela A.27 Formando Adultos como Misioneros y Discípulos Lupita Vital PJ.1 PASTORAL JUVENIL (Registración de Pastoral Juvenil Solamente) Vivir Para Servir – Juventud: El Reto Sigue en Pie Giovanni O. Pérez

Young Adult Sessions see pages 45-47.  Sesiones de Pastoral Juvenil ver páginas 45-47.

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B.01 Fostering Vocations: A Spiritual Act of Mercy Reverend Dan Avila B.02 Evangelizing the Merciless World of Parenting Skip Bacon B.03 The Key to Successful Classroom Management Terry Cotting-Mogan B.04 Tech Bites for Catechists Gina Felter B.05 Why do I Feel so Guilty? Monsignor Craig Harrison B.06 Cultivating a Liturgical Spirituality Silas S. Henderson, M.T.S. B.07 Challenges to Evangelization in Africa Today Reverend Anthony Iromenu B.08 O God, You Search Me: A Letter of Love Mel Kennedy B.09 Mercy is the Name of God Julie Moody B.10 Mercy and Evangelization Frank Padilla B.11 Reconciliation 2.0: The Sacrament of Mercy Reverend Jon Pedigo, S.T.L. B.12 The Hierarchy of Love: A More Excellent Way Giovanni O. Perez B.13 Discipleship and the Five Thresholds of Conversion John Sablan YA.2 YOUNG ADULT (Young Adult Registration Only) Becoming Mercy Discipleship and Service Joel Stepanek 11

OVERVIEW OF WORKSHOP SESSIONS RESUMEN DE SESIONES DE TALLERES 12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

12:45 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

WORKSHOPS SESSION C

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C.01 Mercy, Mass and Music: Let's talk about it! Craig Colson C.02 Catechesis in a Multicultural Parish Sori Govin C.03 Amoris Laetitia: A Challenge for the Church and each Catholic to Take Seriously Jim Grant C.04 How Can My School Become a Community of Mercy? Rob Grant C.05 Celebrating the Rites of the R.C.I.A. Silas S. Henderson, M.T.S. C.06 What to do When Loved Ones Leave the Church! Deacon Alex Jones C.07 Mercy’s Ocean: Finding Mercy and Grace in Our Lives Mel Kennedy C.08 A Call to Serve Julie Moody C.09 Death Penalty: Those Who Mourn Struggle Sister Marie Francis Schroepfer, C.S.J. C.10 Witnessing God’s Mercy through Addiction Recovery Scott Weeman YA.3 YOUNG ADULT (Young Adult Registration Only) Mercy, Mass and Music: Let's talk about it! Craig Colson

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C.21 Los Laicos Testigos de la Misericordia Reverendo Jesús del Ángel León, J.C.L. C.22 Discípulo Misionero, Proclama el Amor Misericordioso de Dios Diácono Gustavo Escrucería C.23 El Tráfico Humano es Problema de Todos Ana L. Gómez C.24 Matrimonio: Un Sacramento de la Misericordia Ed Hopfner C.25 ¿Por qué nos Angustiamos y Deprimimos? Doctor Gabriel y Marina Martínez C.26 La Palabra de Dios es el Corazón de la Catequesis Doctor José Antonio Medina C.27 El Papel de los Laicos, como Discípulos Misioneros en el Año de la Misericordia Lupita Vital PJ.3 PASTORAL JUVENIL (Registración de Pastoral Juvenil Solamente) Joven, la Misericordia es Alegría del Corazón Coco Veloz and Erick Infantas

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C.41 Finding God in All Things Reverend Dae Je Roberto Choi, S.J.

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C.51 How to Pray and Find God Reverend Christopher Nguyen, S.J.

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C.61 Be a Christ-like Disciple Deacon Nai W. Her

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OVERVIEW OF WORKSHOP SESSIONS RESUMEN DE SESIONES DE TALLERES 2:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

2:30 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

WORKSHOPS SESSION D

TALLERES SESIÓN D

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D.01 Pro-Life in a Pro-Choice World Marcos Espinoza D.02 #EpicFail: Abstinence Edition Gina Felter D.03 The Year of Mercy: How Can Our Music Make It Real? Rob Grant D.04 Mary: The Model of Discipleship Silas S. Henderson, M.T.S. D.05 Marriage: A Sacrament of Mercy Ed Hopfner D.06 Open the Eyes of My Heart Mel Kennedy D.07 Missionary Disciple, Proclaim God’s Loving Mercy! Marie Lawlor D.08 Communicating with the Sacred: 10 Creative Ways to Use Signs and Symbols in Catechesis Victor Valenzuela YA.4 YOUNG ADULT (Young Adult Registration Only) The True Meaning of Marriage John and Nichole Sablan

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D.21 Evangelizar el Mundo Despiadado de los Padres de Familia Skip Bacon D.22 Catequesis en Una Parroquia Multicultural Sori Govin D.23 Amoris Laetitia: Un Desafío para la Iglesia y Cada Católico Jim Grant D.24 Familia Verdadero Rostro de la Misericordia Doctor Gabriel y Marina Martínez D.25 El Magisterio del Papa Francisco Doctor José Antonio Medina D.26 Catequesis: Fuera de la Caja y Desconectada Rosa Mosich D.27 Un Camino Mejor: La Jerarquía del Amor Giovanni O. Pérez D.28 Alaba a Dios con un Cántico Nuevo Coco Veloz y Erick Infantas PJ.4 PASTORAL JUVENIL (Registración de Pastoral Juvenil Solamente) ¿Como Evangelizar Usando Los Nuevos Medios de Comunicación? Patty Jiménez

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D.41 (Go to Diocese of Fresno website to view registration book online for description of topic and biography of speaker.)

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D.51 Năm Thánh Lòng Chúa Thương Xót trong gia đình Deacon John Van Tran

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D.61 A Life of Love and Mercy Tua Yang 14

KEYNOTE SPEAKER CONFERENCIA PRINCIPAL The Face of Mercy / El Rostro de la Misericordia DEACON ALEX JONES Deacon Jones graduated from Wayne State University in 1965 with a bachelor’s degree in Art Education, and received a master’s degree in Pastoral Studies from Sacred Heart Major Seminary. He taught in the Detroit school system for twenty-eight years. For 25 years, he was the senior minister of two churches in the city of Detroit: Zion Congregational Church of God in Christ, the second oldest Pentecostal church in Michigan, and Maranatha Christian Church, an Evangelical/Charismatic church. In March of 1998, while reading the apostolic fathers and subsequent church history, he discovered the Church to be charismatic/liturgical, hierarchical, and Eucharistic-centered. In light of that discovery, he and his wife, Donna, began a two-year journey into the Catholic Church that culminated in 54 members of his previous congregation, including 14 members of his family, entering the Catholic Church. They entered the R.C.I.A. process and were welcomed into the Catholic Church in April of 2001. Deacon Jones was ordained a Permanent Deacon in the Archdiocese of Detroit on October 1, 2005. He has since retired from the positions as evangelization coordinator for the Archdiocese of Detroit and as a Pastoral Associate. He is also the author of No Price too High! - a book chronicling his journey into the Church.

La Misericordia y el Quinto Encuentro Mercy and the Hispanic Ministry of “Quinto Encuentro” DOCTORA PATRICIA JIMÉNEZ, D.MIN. Patricia Jiménez es fundadora de USHispanicMinistry.com y ha servido por más de 20 años en la pastoral juvenil, la catequesis, y enseñando y administrando programas de formación. Ha servido y colaborado en parroquias, diócesis e instituciones académicas. Es conferencista y consultora nacional sobre los nuevos medios de comunicación y la Pastoral Hispana y forma parte del equipo central y nacional que está planificando el V Encuentro Nacional Hispano/Latino de Pastoral. Obtuvo su doctorado en Ministerios, con especialidad en la Pastoral y Teología Hispana/Latina en Barry University en Miami Shores, Florida, su Maestría en Estudios Teológicos y una Maestría en Ministerios Multiculturales de la Escuela Franciscana de Teología en Berkeley, California.

DOCTOR JOSÉ ANTONIO MEDINA José Antonio Medina obtuvo su doctorado en Teología por la Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca, España. Es profesor en diversos institutos de formación superior de California y Nevada. Ha escrito varios libros entre los que destacan Diálogos Semanales con Jesús, Temas Calientes para Jóvenes Cristianos, Vivir el Presente, Imaginar el Futuro, Con el Corazón Lleno de Alegría, entre otros. Actualmente es consultor para la Conferencia de Obispos de California y Director de la Oficina de Formación Continua de los Sacerdotes en la Diócesis de San Bernardino y es miembro de la facultad de Loyola Marymount University, University Extension.

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8:40 AM - 9:55 AM

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ENGLISH KEYNOTE ADDRESS:

THE FACE OF MERCY Deacon Alex Jones

WORKSHOP SESSIONS

10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

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Fostering Vocations: A Spiritual Act of Mercy

By the traditional Acts of Mercy we put our faith into action and proclaim the Gospel in deeds. In our role of fostering vocations to priesthood, religious life, the diaconate, holy matrimony and lay leadership we have the potential to touch the lives of thousands of people. Each person we assist to respond to God's call can become an instrument of the Love of God in this world. We will focus on how to assist people in discerning their call. This is a workshop for parents, catechists and clergy together.

REVEREND DANIEL AVILA

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Reverend Dan Avila is a priest of the Diocese of Fresno. In his 29 years of ordained ministry he has served in parishes in Hanford, Hilmar, Los Banos, Livingston, Visalia, and Fresno. Presently he is pastoring the parish of St. Ann in Riverdale. Father Dan has also been serving as the Diocesan Director of Vocations since 2010.

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The Key to Successful Classroom Management

The key to successful classroom management? Relationships! Come and learn some practical ways to strengthen your relationship with and among your students to increase attendance, participation, smiles and decrease discipline issues.

TERRY COTTING-MOGAN Currently the Pflaum Publishing Group's Western Regional Manager, Ms. CottingMogan has over 35 years in catechetical, campus, family, and youth/young adult ministries at the parish, school, and diocesan levels. She has spoken at numerous events at diocesan and national levels. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Marquette University, a Master of Science degree from Cardinal Stritch College, both in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and an Advanced Studies Certificate in Youth Ministry Training from Saint Mary’s University, Baltimore, Maryland. Ms. Cotting-Mogan is sponsored by Pflaum Publishing Group.

Evangelizing the Merciless World of Parenting

The world of a parent is filled with mandatory meetings, can’t miss tournaments, and obligatory participation. When faith formation becomes another priority to be met it only adds to the already merciless world of parenting. In this workshop we will develop ways to serve families where they are and make our faith formation efforts true moments of evangelization. As we remove the mandatory obligations to replace them with moments of lifelong faith formation in service of the family, we become the face of mercy in the merciless world of parenting.

SKIP BACON Skip Bacon has over 12 years of experience serving as a catechetical leader in the church. She earned a master’s degree in theology from the University of Notre Dame and has served as a leader in Hispanic ministries in Chicago area dioceses for almost ten years. Skip currently serves as the Director of Faith Formation and 8th grade religion instructor at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic parish and school in Sacramento, California. She also serves as a consultant for Our Sunday Visitor. Ms. Bacon is sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor.

Join technology advocate Gina Felter for some bite size fun exploring Catholic apps and online resources to enhance your catechetical and evangelization efforts. From education tools to professional development, Gina will offer a concise review of exciting new developments in Catholic new media.

GINA FELTER Gina Felter is a contributor for catholicmom.com writing on faith, technology and New Evangelization topics. Gina has been involved in religious education ministry for more than 20 years as a Catechist, Director of Religious Education and volunteer. Building on her experiences in ministry she advocates the use of technology in church life and encourages others to expand their reach beyond the pews.

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Cultivating a Liturgical Spirituality

For centuries Catholics have lived out their faith through the cycles and seasons of the Church year. A spirituality rooted in the Church year and its liturgies is essential for liturgical ministers and catechists. This presentation will explore the foundations of the liturgical spirituality and how to make that part of your catechetical and ministry training programs.

SILAS S. HENDERSON, M.T.S. Silas S. Henderson, M.T.S., is an author, catechist, and presenter who currently serves as the managing editor of Abbey Press Publications and Deacon Digest Magazine. He is the author of numerous books and reflections, including "Moving Beyond Doubt" and "Lights for a Waiting World: Celebrating Advent With the Saints." Silas blogs at www.fromseason2season.blogspot.com.

Why do I Feel so Guilty?

The spirit of ministry can be inhibited by personal guilt. Being freed of guilt allows the Holy Spirit to minister through you.

MONSIGNOR CRAIG HARRISON Monsignor Craig Harrison has been a Catholic priest since 1987. He has been the Pastor of St. Francis Church in Mojave, and St. Joseph Church in Firebaugh. He is currently Pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, since July, 1999, his hometown parish. He received the title Monsignor by Pope Benedict XVI on May 11, 2008. Monsignor Craig was born and raised in Bakersfield, graduated from Bakersfield High School and attended University of California, Los Angeles (U.C.L.A.), where he graduated with a degree in Business and Economics, with a minor in Psychology. He attended the Seminary at St. John’s in Camarillo and received a Master of Divinity Degree. He is the author of “Angel Girl”, a children’s book. He is active as: Chaplain, Kern County Sheriff’s Department and Bakersfield Police Department; Foster Care advocate; Plank Foundation “Man of the Year”; Mendiburu Magic Foundation Award; National Catholic Education Association Distinguished Pastor for 2009; 2010 Recipient of Bishop’s Award for Catholic Charities; and Police Activities League “Hometown Hero”.

“Patient and merciful.” These words often go together in the Old Testament to describe God’s nature. Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 6

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Challenges to Evangelization in Africa Today

The African continent in the last hundred years has witnessed a rapid increase in Christianity. The Catholic population alone has grown by 238 percent since 1980 from 18 million to over 200 million. There are projections that by the year 2025 one-sixth of the world’s Catholics will be African. However, the surge in Islamic militancy in various parts of Africa, especially the “Boko Haram” (a radical Islamic group from Northeastern Nigeria), has posed a severe challenge to Christian evangelization throughout the continent.

REVEREND ANTHONY IROMENU Reverend Anthony Iromenu was born in Nigeria, Africa. He was ordained for Okigwe Diocese, Nigeria. He received a Certificate in Conflict Management and Mediation from the Center for Peacemaking of Fresno Pacific University, California; a Bachelor of Philosophy and a Bachelor of Divinity from St. Joseph Major Seminary, IkotEkpene; PGDE (Post-graduate diploma in Education) Imo State University, Owerri, Nigeria; and a Master’s Degree in Mediation and a Ph.D. in Conflict Resolution from the Graduate Theological Foundation in Mishiwaka, Indiana. Father Iromenu has served as pastor in parishes of his diocese of origin and as a lecturer in his native diocesan seminary before moving to the United States. Father Anthony is currently Pastor of Sacred Heart Church in Dos Palos, California.

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Tech Bites for Catechists

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O God, You Search Me: A Letter of Love

"Great is your love, reaching to the heavens; your faithfulness reaches to the skies." (Psalm 57:10) This presentation/mini-retreat is based on a letter Mel's mom wrote to her and her siblings. Through the letter along with scripture, song, prayer, and a guided meditation, participants will be invited to experience and be inspired by God's infinite love for them.

MEL KENNEDY Mel Kennedy is an award nominated Catholic recording artist, liturgical trainer and inspirational speaker. She holds an M.A. in Liturgical Ministry from Catholic Theological Union, Chicago (CTU). She also has her Graduate Certificate in Pastoral Studies from CTU. Her B.A. was earned at Cal State University, Fullerton. She is a graduate of the Genesis Institute (a three-year lay formation program) and is a National Association of Pastoral Musicians’ Certified Cantor Colleague. In 1990, she reigned as Mrs. Anaheim Hills and has shared her captivating ministry at concerts, prayer services, retreats, and conferences across the country. In addition to her live performances, she has released five contemporary Christian CDs.

B.09

Mercy is the Name of God

If Mercy is the Name of God and pastoral care is a ministry of parish, then let's take some time looking through the lens of Mercy as to how we are serving the spiritual needs of families. What are the best practices, in the classroom or at the parish level, that speak to the Mercy of God? Come spend an interactive session sharing experiences, best practices and brainstorming possibilities that promote pastoral care that nurtures God's Mercy to the families we serve.

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JULIE MOODY Julie Moody is a former Religion Teacher and Religion Coordinator at St. Leo the Great School in San Jose, California. She has been involved in Parish Faith Formation and Youth Ministry programs, in addition to teaching Religion and a Campus Minister at Presentation High School in San Jose. Her parish and school ministry spans over 35 years. All of these opportunities have allowed her to experience the fullness of the ministry she loves. Recently moving to Livermore affords her time to substitute teach in the Diocese of Oakland and play with her twoyear-old granddaughter. Ms. Moody is sponsored by Pflaum Publishing Group.

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Mercy and Evangelization

This workshop will describe the Live Christ, Share Christ movement. This will be accompanied by PPs and videos on various aspects of the work, which include 4 pillars -- Live Pure (chastity for the youth), Live the Word (Bible apostolate), Live Life (pro-life advocacy) and Live Full (work with the poor). There could be live testimonies and hopefully some time for questions and answers.

FRANK PADILLA Frank Padilla is the Moderator of the Live Christ, Share Christ (LCSC) movement. He was appointed in 1999 by Saint John Paul II to the Noble Knighthood of the Pontifical Order of St. Sylvester. He has been a member, together with his wife Geraldine, of the Pontifical Council for the Family (two terms). He has written 36 books on spirituality, evangelization, family life, servant leadership, work with the poor, and the Blessed Virgin Mary. He has 5 children and 11 grandchildren. He has an MBA from Harvard Business School. He lives in Antipolo, the Philippines. Mr. Padilla is sponsored by Couples for Christ Foundation for Family and Life, Inc.

Mercy: Mercy: the word reveals the very mystery of the Most Holy Trinity. Mercy: the ultimate and supreme act by which God comes to meet us. Mercy: the fundamental law that dwells in the heart of every person who looks sincerely into the eyes of his brothers and sisters on the path of life. Mercy: the bridge that connects God and man, opening our hearts to the hope of being loved forever despite our sinfulness. Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 2

B.11

Reconciliation 2.0: The Sacrament of Mercy

Pope Francis is known as the "Pope of Mercy" and his writings and comments have drawn new attention to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This workshop will help us understand what the Pope has said about mercy and how his understanding of mercy can be applied to the celebration of the sacrament and the catechetical process. Learn about how to strengthen your relationship with your students for increased attendance and participation and how to create mini-communities of healing in your classroom and/or youth groups.

REVEREND JON PEDIGO, S.T.L. Father Jon Pedigo, S.T.L., is a native of the Bay Area. He has been active in civic affairs and social justice causes for over 30 years. Since his ordination to the Diocese of San Jose in 1991, Father Pedigo has been involved with several local social justice causes and inter-faith dialogues.

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The Hierarchy of Love: A More Excellent Way

Part of our growth means to pay attention to what is vital, secondary and trivial for our lives. St. Augustine would say: “In essentials, unity; in nonessentials, liberty; in all things, charity.” Such charity (read “love”) is the essence of life. Though we are born with the seed of love, we must cultivate it to learn how to love. Part of such learning requires us to let go of those things that may be trivial. In this workshop we will explore: (1) what we have gathered throughout our faith journey; (2) discern the essential from the trivial; (3) reflect on concrete steps that may help us to live according to the hierarchy of love.

B 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM

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GIOVANNI O. PEREZ Giovanni O. Perez is the Coordinator for the Elementary Catechesis for the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. He has a Master of Arts in Religious Studies, a BA in Psychology and is also a Master Catechist. He has been a DRE for over twenty years in two different parishes of the archdiocese of Los Angeles. His ministerial experience includes working wi th y outh, the i n car c er ated, evangelization and catechesis and spirituality with emphasis on men’s work. Giovanni and his wife have raised a family of four high energy young adults.

Father Pedigo just finished serving as Pastor at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, in the East Side of the city of San Jose and is beginning a new position as Director for Projects for Peace and Justice in the Diocese of San Jose. Currently he is the chair of the Interfaith Council for Economics and Justice. Father Pedigo has been awarded the 2008 Immigrant Advocate of the Year by SIREN (Services, Immigrants, Rights and Education Network), the 2010 Director’s Award from the Human Relations Commission of Santa Clara County, the 2013 Cesar Chavez Social Justice Award Discipleship and the Five Thresholds from American Muslim Voice, the 2014 of Conversion Cesar E. Chavez Si Se Puede Award by the Chavez Family Vision Foundation and the In this workshop participants will learn the meaning of discipleship NAACP 2015 “Cesar Chavez Social Justice and what that looks like practically as a Catholic and specifically in our Award.” He is a 2012 Rockwood Fellow for ministries. John will be using one of the top selling Catholic books by Sherry Immigrant Leaders in California and a 2015 ALF (American Leadership Forum) Fellow. Weddell (Forming Intentional Disciples) to help the participants understand the Father Pedigo holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from San Francisco State University and a Master of Music Degree from Indiana University, Bloomington. Father Pedigo did his theology studies at St. Patrick Seminary, Menlo Park, and holds a Licentiate in Sacred Theology from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley. Father Pedigo is sponsored by Pflaum Publishing Group.

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studies/data behind the entries/exits in and out of the Church and how that can be useful in how we approach our ministries. Participants will learn: Catholic understanding of discipleship; Five thresholds of conversion; How to form and make disciples within our ministries; The art of discipleship.

JOHN SABLAN John Sablan is a dynamic, engaging and inspirational speaker. By the grace of God, John overcame multiple forms of abuse and their effects in his life. He is the founder of World Ablaze, an apostolate inspired by his call to the Dominican spiritual life of the Order of Preachers. John has a passion for reaching, teaching and preaching to all ages with a special focus on men, marriage and family. John has his bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems and a master’s degree in Business Administration. He is currently working towards his master’s degree in Theology and serves his local parish in a variety of ministries. He is a Third Order Dominican and is currently in permanent diaconate formation for his diocese. John’s most precious gifts are his beautiful bride Nichole and three wonderful children Brya, Keoni and Miko.

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Mercy, Mass and Music: Let's talk about it!

God reveals his face of mercy in the Mass. In the holy sacrifice of the altar, Christ is present in the Eucharist. As Catholics, we believe in the true presence and we celebrate the Mass knowing it is the perfect prayer. Come and discover how mercy and the Mass can include contemporary ensembles and music, in a way that allow us to bring our gifts of song and worship without losing the traditions of the liturgy.

CRAIG COLSON Craig has been a Music and Liturgy Director in the Phoenix area for the past 20 years. Currently, Craig provides some of the music suggestions and writes liturgical articles in the Life Teen liturgy resource guides. He is also a contributor for a Musicians’ BLOG on the Life Teen website. He has served in the Diocese of Phoenix at many diocesan events and is skilled in piano, guitar, voice, percussion and drums. Craig has just recently joined up with World Library Publications (WLP) and has just finished recording a new EP (Extended Play) musical recording called "I Am the Way”. Mr. Colson is sponsored by World Library Publications.

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Catechesis in a Multicultural Parish

Parishes are living communities of faith: ever-growing, ever-changing. This workshop will examine the role of catechist and catechetical leader in working in culturally diverse communities. While this workshop will be presented in English, much of the content will explore working with Spanishspeaking students and their parents / guardians.

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Sori Govin is a Bilingual Sales Specialist for RCL Benziger Publishing. She worked at the Archdiocese of Atlanta as Associate Director for Catechetical Ministry in the Religious Education Office and has been a Director of Religious Education at a parish level. Sori is fully bilingual in English and Spanish and has served for over 20 years in catechetical ministries in a multicultural community. She was born in Cuba, lived and studied in Miami, Florida, lived in Atlanta, Georgia, for over 30 years and now lives in Miami, Florida. Mrs. Govin is sponsored by RCL Benziger.

C.03

Amoris Laetitia: A Challenge for the Church and each Catholic to Take Seriously

We now have Pope Francis’ response in his inspiring Apostolic Exhortation, “Amoris Laetitia” (“The Joy of Love”). Pope Francis is once again calling us to be an adult church, and this workshop based entirely on the exhortation will offer practical, pastoral insights to guide our own family lives and those of us who most need to hear the Pope’s rich teaching about, and invitation to, a deeper experience of love and family life. Reading beforehand and bringing a copy of the document to the session is a great idea!

JIM GRANT Jim Grant has a Master’s Degree in Education and Pastoral Ministry from Boston College and 35 years of Religious Education and Ministry Formation. Having lived in the Dominican Republic and Israel changed forever his approach to scripture study, interfaith dialogue and church ministry. Happily married with three grown children, he currently hosts and produces two programs for KNXT-TV, the Diocese of Fresno Station. One is “Catholic Social Teaching 101”, which each week discusses one of the 7 basic themes of Catholic Social Doctrine. The second is “FaithWorks” which monthly features an interview with a person whose deep faith and personal life converge in some ministry which enriches the lives of all of us. These and hundreds of other programs are easily accessed at our YouTube channel, knxt.tv.

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How Can my School Become a Community of Mercy?

What programs can we set up to foster practical ways in which Mercy can be a central part of our school--and personal--ethos and vibe? What programs have proven effective in other school systems? Defining church as “the compassion of God lived and poured into the world.”

ROB GRANT Rob Grant has been a part of the pastoral scene for over 30 years as teacher and campus minister, parish liturgist, director of music, composer, workshop presenter, liturgical artist, and writer. He brings a passionate presence and keen understanding of the theory and practice of building and fostering the sense of Church as a dynamic, Incarnation-facilitating force in the world. Co-founder and chair of the Northern California Lay Convocation, he advocates lay empowerment and education, and serves as a member of the Archdiocese of San Francisco Pastoral Council His forthcoming book, Bound for Joy, brings the Sundays’ lessons to life each day of the week.

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Celebrating the Rites of the R.C.I.A.

The R.C.I.A. is an invaluable part of the life of any parish and celebrating the proper Rites for Catechumens and Candidates is essential for truly understanding the power of the R.C.I.A. This session will explore some of the most important themes and moments in the various stages of the R.C.I.A. process.

SILAS S. HENDERSON, M.T.S. See biography for Silas S. Henderson, M.T.S., listed on Session B.06.

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Mercy's Ocean: Finding Mercy and Grace in Our Lives

Mercy and grace are at the heart of our faith. This session will examine how we can find pardon, peace, relief, and joy in our everyday lives by seeking and accepting God's mercy. Through music, scripture and reflection we will explore different facets of this glorious gift in our lives. Participants will be invited to contemplate the measureless mercy that flows from the cross and how they can reflect that mercy and grace to others.

MEL KENNEDY

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See biography for Mel Kennedy listed on Session B.08.

What to do When Loved Ones Leave the Church!

(See registration book online at the Diocese of Fresno website: www.dioceseoffresno.org for description of workshop.)

DEACON ALEX JONES Deacon Jones graduated from Wayne State University in 1965 with a bachelor’s degree in Art Education, and received a master’s degree in Pastoral Studies from Sacred Heart Major Seminary. He taught in the Detroit school system for twentyeight years. For 25 years, he was the senior minister of two churches in the city of Detroit: Zion Congregational Church of God in Christ, the second oldest Pentecostal church in Michigan, and Maranatha Christian Church, an Evangelical/Charismatic church. In March of 1998, while reading the apostolic fathers and subsequent church history, he discovered the Church to be charismatic/liturgical, hierarchical, and Eucharistic-centered. In light of that discovery, he and his wife, Donna, began a two-year journey into the Catholic Church that culminated in 54 members of his previous congregation, including 14 members of his family, entering the Catholic Church. They entered the R.C.I.A. process and were welcomed into the Catholic Church in April of 2001. Deacon Jones was ordained a Permanent Deacon in the Archdiocese of Detroit on October 1, 2005. He has since retired from the positions as evangelization coordinator for the Archdiocese of Detroit and as a Pastoral Associate. He is also the author of No Price too High! - a book chronicling his journey into the Church.

… for all eternity [humankind] will always be under the merciful gaze of the Father. Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 7

C.08

A Call to Serve

Christian service is an integral part of our Christian responsibility. Come share what you are doing, hope to introduce to your school community or just look for some fresh ideas to expand Christian service among your students and their families. After all, this is what it means to fully respond to discipleship, the mercy of God and to follow the example of Jesus.

JULIE MOODY See biography for Julie Moody listed on Session B.09. Ms. Moody is sponsored by Pflaum Publishing Group.

C.09

Death Penalty: Those who Mourn and Struggle

The Empty Chair - A moving and thought provoking 42-minute film featuring four stories of murder victims' families. This film is neither pro nor con on the death penalty, but rather invites the viewer into the intimate soul space of the victims’ loved ones as they struggle to cope with grief, loss, anger, forgiveness, and justice.

SISTER MARIE FRANCIS SCHROEPFER, C.S.J. Sister Marie Francis Schroepfer, C.S.J., was born in Los Angeles, and in 1963, entered the Los Angeles Province of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. She has ministered over the years as teacher, high school business manager, and staff to the province treasurer of her religious congregation. In 1998, Sister moved to Bakersfield after being hired by Catholic Charities as a Community-Building Facilitator for Kern County. She currently ministers as the Associate Director of the Diocesan Social Justice Ministry, specifically for the southern part of the Diocese.

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Witnessing God's Mercy through Addiction Recovery

In some way or another, we all suffer from addiction. The lies that we tell others and ourselves can make us oblivious to what is really keeping us from experiencing full communion with God. Scott discusses the various ways that addiction takes root in our lives and offers his own experience around alcoholism and addiction to show that freedom is available to all through the gift of God’s mercy.

SCOTT WEEMAN Scott Weeman was raised in Wisconsin and attended college in New York City. At this point, his experience around drugs and alcohol started to spin out of control. After a series of unconventional events, he found himself seeking the mercy of the Lord at age 26. Scott attributes this reconversion to a very strong Catholic community in San Diego where he lives. In addition, the experience, strength, and hope shared in recovery groups helps him stay sober from alcohol and drugs (one day at a time). Scott is at a point where he is passionate about bringing the Good News to people who struggle to find healing from alcoholism and addictions. He founded a nonprofit organization, Catholic in Recovery. The organization also helps people from all walks of life strengthen their personal relationship with Jesus Christ through practical application of the principles of the twelve steps. His first book will be published by Ave Maria Press in the fall of 2017. Having been blessed with God’s mercy through both recovery and the sacramental life of the Catholic Church, he seeks to share the consistent message of hope found in merging these two life-giving graces.

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Finding God in All Things

신앙 안에 삶이 있고 삶 안에 신앙이 있 다. 그리스도인의 삶은 어떤 특별한 일에 서 하느님 을 만나는 것이 아니라 일상의 삶 안에 서 하느님을 만나는 삶이다. ‘ You can find faith within life and life within faith. Christian life is not defined by finding God through exquisite works, but rather through ordinary instances.

REVEREND DAE JE ROBERTO CHOI, S.J. Dae Je Roberto Choi is a Jesuit Priest currently serving St. Agnes Catholic Church Korean Community in Los Angeles and has been serving since December of 2010. He is also founder of Café Ignatius, a coffee house, which operates as a nonprofit organization with proceeds benefitting those in need. Father Choi is a specialty coffee instructor. He received a Q-Grader certification from the Coffee Quality Institute.

WORKSHOP WILL BE GIVEN IN VIETMANESE.

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How to Pray and Find God

The session will explore different types of prayers that are helpful and useful in relating to God for young people of different ages. Phiên họp sẽ khám phá những cách cầu nguyện hữu ích trong đời sống tâm linh cho những người trẻ ở các độ tuổi khác nhau.

REVEREND CHRISTOPHER NGUYEN, S.J. Father Christopher has been the Assistant to the Director of the Jesuit Novices of the California Province, and a superior at Bellarmine College Preparatory in San Jose. He is now the vocation director for the Society of Jesus in the West Coast Province. He has given many preached and directed retreats to young adults. Cha Trung Chris đã từng làm cha trợ lý cho cha Điều Khiển Nhà Tập của Dòng Tên miền California, và đã từng làm cha bề trên tại Bellarmine College Preparatory. Bây giờ cha quản lý ơn gọi cho Dòng Tên ở miền Tây Nước Mỹ. Ngài đã giảng nhiều khóa tỉn h tâm cho giới trẻ.

WORKSHOP WILL BE GIVEN IN HMONG.

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Be a Christ-like Disciple Ua Pov Thawj Txoj Kev Ntseeg

Deacon Her will share how Christ lives through him with the ups and downs of life’s struggles and what it means to be an example. Deacon Her believes that dreams do come true because he is living proof of it, as an immigrant with God’s help. With love, caring, sharing, and helpfulness in our faith, Deacon Her has made a promise to serve the Lord and became a deacon in the Catholic faith. He hopes we can create good lives for the whole world to see that the peace of God lives in our lives.

DEACON NAI W. HER Deacon Nai W. Her is a permanent deacon in the Diocese of Fresno and is part of the Diocese of Fresno Hmong Catholic Community Pastoral Council. He serves at Our Lady of Victory Church in Fresno. Deacon Her was appointed to be Diocesan Chaplain to the Catholic Hmong Community on June 1, 2014, by Bishop Armando Ochoa. Nai W. Her was a refugee immigrant to the United States. In 1972 Nai Her became Catholic. He says the reason he became Catholic was attributed to his sponsor showing him the Catholic faith. His family was sponsored through Catholic Charities which is why he decided to serve people in need, as Christ’s disciples would. Deacon Her always wants to be an example to show what his life was and how hard it is to start over in a foreign country. Deacon Her is married with five children and recognizes how his family is successful in the U.S. due to their challenges from Laos.

Pro-Life in a Pro-Choice World

Our mission is to: 1. Engage our community by presenting the pro-life position with clarity and compassion; 2. Equip our advocates to defend the sanctity of all human life through effective tools and training; 3. Embrace those individuals facing an unplanned pregnancy and those hurt by abortion. Join us to find out the reality of abortion in our world today. Learn what we can do to end abortion one heart and mind at a time through pro-life apologetics and through the way we live our lives. Being pro-life is a verb and requires action. Come and learn what you can do in your lives, in your church and community to advance the pro-life cause and to help those who have been hurt by abortion.

MARCOS ESPINOZA Marcos Espinoza is the Communications Director at Right to Life of Central California and is a speaker for Justice For All (JFA) pro-life apologetics organization. He holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Arts degree in Kinesiology from California State University, Fresno. Marcos has been involved in youth and young adult ministry for over 15 years in the Diocese of Fresno with groups like, Theology of the Body, El Verdadero Amor Espera (EVAE), Recollection, Jóvenes Unidos en Cristo and is a Knight of Columbus in his home parish at St. Joachim Church in Madera. He speaks throughout the Central Valley spreading the pro-life message especially to our youth, teaching them many ways they can be pro-life in their day to day lives. "Living your sexuality along with God's Plan is one of the best ways to be Pro-Life." -Marcos Espinoza. Mr. Espinoza is sponsored by Right to Life of Central California.

D.02

#EpicFail: Abstinence Edition

The pleasures of sin are for a season, the stain however can be life altering! Gina Felter shares her story of becoming a mom at the age of 16 and delves into overcoming the stigma of a presumed #epicfail. Sharing experiences of the prevailing mercy being shown through the Church, Gina believes that it is by God's grace that she endured the challenging circumstances of teen pregnancy and has come to know cleansing and forgiveness from sin.

GINA FELTER See biography for Gina Felter listed on Session B.04.

D.03

The Year of Mercy: How Can Our Music Make it Real?

The Year of Mercy—how can what we sing— and how we sing it—help move our parish into being the Face of Mercy? Practical tools for making music that transforms the community will be presented.

ROB GRANT See biography for Rob Grant listed on Session C.04.

D.04

Mary: The Model of Discipleship

This session will explore how Mary, the Mother of Jesus, is not only an image of the Church but how she is a model for a life of discipleship for all Christians. Looking at the life of Mary in Scripture and reflecting on the Church's teachings about Mary, participants will come to see Mary's importance for each of us today.

SILAS S. HENDERSON, M.T.S. See biography for Silas S. Henderson, M.T.S., listed on Session B.06.

God’s Response... When faced with the gravity of sin, God responds with the fullness of mercy. Mercy will always be greater than any sin, and no one can place limits on the love of God who is ever ready to forgive. Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 3

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Marriage: A Sacrament of Mercy

The sacrament of marriage is a vehicle of grace for the spouses, to bring them closer to God, as well as each other. This presentation will reflect on how marriage is a vehicle of mercy – of healing and reconciliation – drawing on insights from the writings of Pope Francis, Pope Benedict XVI, and Saint John Paul II (particularly his catechesis on the Theology of the Body). We will also look at ways parishes can offer support to marriages and married couples, both before and after the wedding, in light of the two recent Synods on the Family, and Pope Francis’ apostolic exhortation Amoris Laetitia.

In liturgy, the faithful are called to full, active, and conscious participation. What are new ways we can help our assemblies do this? In this workshop, Mel will explore the concept of liturgical media art developed through a "communal cocreation" process. This topic which was the basis of Mel's Capstone Project/Thesis paper is an up and coming concept in Catholic worship. Participants will learn the basic ideas and insights and actually experience liturgical prayer using this medium. A great presentation for liturgy planners, R.C.I.A. coordinators, and youth leaders.

EDWARD HOPFNER

See biography for Mel Kennedy listed on Session B.08.

Ed was born in southern California, the oldest of six children. He earned bachelor’s and master's degrees in chemistry before moving to Berkeley and earning an Master of Arts Degree in Theology from the Dominican School of Philosophy and Theology. As a coach and high school teacher in Seattle, Ed helped to develop a program for underserved students in the city schools. He has also taught chemistry and mathematics at the community college level, taught English in Japan while studying Japanese, and has lived and studied Spanish in Mexico. Since 2001, Ed has led workshops and trained teachers for the Catherine of Siena Institute, an organization devoted to implementing the teachings of Vatican II on the mission of the laity. He has also led workshops in English and Spanish on lay formation and parish governance. A popular speaker, Ed has taught classes and conducted study groups and workshops on Saint John Paul II's Theology of the Body, and has extensive experience in sexuality and chastity education as well as pro-life efforts. He has been the Director for Marriage and Family Life programs for the Archdiocese of San Francisco since 2013; before that, he held a similar position in the Diocese of Oakland, from 2008 – 2013. In his spare time, he likes foreign films, red wine, the Oakland A’s and bluegrass music.

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Open the Eyes of My Heart

MEL KENNEDY

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Missionary Disciple, Proclaim God's Loving Mercy!

Pope Francis opened the Year of Mercy and reminds us that Mercy is “a wellspring of joy, serenity, and peace; the fundamental law that dwells in the heart of every person who looks sincerely into the eyes of his brothers and sisters on the path of life”. In response to the call of Pope Francis, we will share some stories of Jesus’ mercy encounters and how we can apply them in: our daily life, our homes, work, community, parishes and wherever we might encounter others.

MARIE LAWLOR As a Maryknoll Mission Promoter located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Marie accompanies and fosters local communities of missionary disciples. In her outreach particularly to teachers and catechists, young adults and Hispanic parish leaders, she is available for missionf oc u s ed pr es e nt a ti o ns , workshops and retreats. She is also available to accompany groups on local and international mission immersion trips.

...[God] desires our wellbeing and he wants to see us happy, full of joy, and peaceful.

Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 7

Her formal education is in psychology, religious studies and bilingual/bicultural studies. However, her greatest education has come from her travels in Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe. Ms. Lawlor is sponsored by Maryknoll.

Communicating with the Sacred: 10 Creative Ways to Use Signs and Symbols in Catechesis

Catechesis gives the opportunity to form faith in many interesting and creative ways. Unfortunately, most catechists only use verbal and linguistic ways to communicate the faith. The language of catechesis should be filled with many symbols and signs that are a part of our Catholic tradition. In this workshop, we will take a look at how popular religiosity can be used in catechesis to bring out the fullness of our faith. Practical, hands-on activities will be discussed and shared that will be ready to use in your faith formation program.

VICTOR VALENZUELA Victor is a National Religion Consultant for Bilingual Resources for William H. Sadlier, Inc. He has presented workshops to numerous groups both regionally and nationally. Victor has been in ministry for 25 years including classroom teaching, youth ministry, teacher training, and writing and development of new materials. He has a Bachelor of Arts from St. Joseph Seminary in Mountain View, California, and a Master of Arts from the University of San Francisco. Currently, enrolled in a doctor of ministry degree at Barry University in Miami. Born in Arizona to parents of Mexican descent, he is fully bilingual and bicultural. He currently lives in Alameda, California. Mr. Valenzuela is sponsored by William H. Sadlier, Inc.

WORKSHOP WILL BE GIVEN IN KOREAN.

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(See registration book online at the Diocese of Fresno website: www.dioceseoffresno.org for description of topic and biography of presenter.)

WORKSHOP WILL BE GIVEN IN VIETNAMESE.

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Năm Thánh Lòng Chúa Thương Xót trong gia đình

Gia đình là ngưỡng cửa của Lòng Thương Xót Chúa, là cánh cửa đã được mở ra để chúng ta đón nhận tình thương và ân sủng của Thiên Chúa. Vậy làm thế nào để gia đình là nơi tràn đầy ân sủng, yêu thương và hạnh phúc? Làm sao để mọi người dễ dàng đến với nhau, cùng nhau chia sẻ niềm vui cũng như những khó khăn đang gặp phải nơi cuộc sống trong xã hội ngày hôm nay? Thêm vào đó còn có những khác biệt về phong tục, văn hóa cũng đã làm cho cha mẹ và con cái gặp thêm nhiều khó khăn trong việc đối thoại, giáo dục, khó hòa đồng, chấp nhận và cảm thông. Từ đó dẫn đưa đến những xung khắc, những bất đồng, để rồi mối tương quan cha mẹ và con cái ngày càng xa cách. Chúng ta hãy cùng nhau chia sẻ, cùng giúp nhau tìm về nguồn hạnh phúc mà Thiên Chúa đã ban tặng cho gia đình, mà con cái chính là những qùa tặng mà Thiên Chúa ban cho những đôi vợ chồng. Hãy cùng nắm tay, hãy cùng nhau bước vào cánh cửa của Lòng Thương Xót Chúa.

DEACON JOHN VAN TRAN Phó Tế Trần Vân, hiện đang phục vụ tại Giáo Xứ Saint Francis of Assisi, Bakersfield. Trước năm 1975 từng phục vụ trong Quân Lực Việt Nam Cộng Hòa, binh chủng Không Quân. Tỵ nạn đến Hoa Kỳ năm 1979. Chịu chức Phó Tế năm 2011, ngoài công việc của Giáo Xứ và Cộng Đoàn, thầy còn dành thời giờ đi chia sẻ về mục vụ gia đình tại các giáo xứ có đông giáo dân người Việt như Giáo Phận Orange, Los Angeles và Seattle.

Love Revealed... ...the mercy of God is not an abstract idea, but a concrete reality with which he reveals his love as of that of a father or a mother, moved to the very depths out of love for their child. Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 6

WORKSHOP SESSIONS D

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D 2:30 PM - 3:45 PM

WORKSHOP SESSIONS

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WORKSHOP SESSIONS

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WORKSHOP WILL BE GIVEN IN HMONG.

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A Life of Love and Mercy/ Lub Neej Muaj Kev Hlub Thiab Kev Khuv Leej Neeg

This workshop will reflect on living a life God calls us to live and the life of the Martyrs in Laos. Lub rooj cob qhia no peb yuav los kawm txog Huab Tais Ntuj cov lus hu peb los ua peb lub neej thiab kawm txog cov neeg lawv tau tag sim neej nyob teb chaws Los Tsuas vim txoj kev ntseeg.

TUA YANG Tua Yang is a New Wine Graduate of the Diocese of Fresno School of Ministry. He serves as the Chair for Hmong Catholic Outreach Ministry and teaches R.C.I.A. for the Hmong Catholics at Our Lady of Victory Parish in Fresno. He serves the community in various positions such as: Hmong Catholic parish Council Vice-Chair, KNXT-TV Hmong Catholic TV program coordinator. Tua holds a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Due to his extensive experience, he is invited to speak to various Hmong communities and retreats. Tua is happily married with five children. Nkias Tuam Yaj yog ib tug kawm tiav New Wine los ntawm Diocese of Fresno lub tsev kawm ntawv qhia kev ntseeg. Tam sis no nws yog tus coj ntawm cov Outreach Ministry thiab qhia kev ntseeg RCIA rau cov Hmoob Catholic nyob rau lub tsev teev ntuj OLV. Nws kuj tau tuav ntau txoj hauj lwm rau lub koom txoos xws li: Tus lwm coj rau lub koom txoos Hmoob Catholic, Tus tuav KNXT-TV Hmoob Catholic TV Tshaj Ntuj Lus, Nkias Tuam kawm tiav Electrical Engineer thiab tam sis no ua hauj lwm rau Schneider-Electric nyob lub nroog Clovis, California. Tsis tas li ntawd nws kuj raug caw mus hais lus rau tej lub koob tsheej thiab rooj sau siab. Nkias Tuam muaj txij muaj nkawm lawm thiab yog ib leej txiv rau 5 tug me nyuam.

[The Church’s] language and her gestures must transmit mercy, so as to touch the hearts of all people and inspire them once more to find the road that leads to the Father. Misericordiae Vultus, Bull of Indiction of the Extraordinary Jubilee of Mercy by Pope Francis, Bishop of Rome, No. 12

The Diocese of Fresno will be… SESIONES DE TALLERES D 26

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Workshops are categorized by ministry and areas of interest. Many of the workshops may overlap in content and will be found in more than one category.

CATECHESIS / CATEQUESIS

Los talleres están clasificados por ministerio y área de interés. Muchos de los talleres pueden coincidir en contenido y se encuentran en más de una categoría.

MULTICULTURAL

A.25

B.03

C.02

D.08

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B.04

C.26

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C.02 SACRAMENTS / SACRAMENTOS A.24

B.11

CHURCH / IGLESIA B.13

D.22

C.05

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C.24 C.03

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C.06

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SOCIAL JUSTICE / JUSTICIA SOCIAL C.08

EVANGELIZATION / EVANGELIZACIÓN

C.09

B.07

C.23

B.10 SPIRITUALITY / ESPIRITUALIDAD FAMILY LIFE / VIDA FAMILIAR

A.23

B.05

A.27

B.08

B.02

C.10

D.01

B.09

C.25

D.02

B.09

D.21

B.12

B.10

C.07

D.07 D.27

CATEGORIES OF WORKSHOPS / CATEGORIAS DE TALLERES

WORKSHOPS BY SUBJECT OR TOPICS TALLERES POR TEMA O ASUNTO

D.24 TECHNOLOGY / TECNOLOGÍA LEADERSHIP / LIDERAZGO B.05

C.04

B.12

C.08

A.22

B.04

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D.27 THEOLOGY / TEOLOGÍA

C.21

D.25

C.22 C.27

VOCATIONS / VOCACIONES A.21

B.01

LITURGY OR MUSIC / LITURGIA O MÚSICA B.06

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REGISTRATION FORM

Diocese of Fresno Congress 2016

Saturday, October 15, 2016

1550 North Fresno Street ♦ Fresno, California 93703 Telephone: 559-488-7474 ♦ www.dioceseoffresno.org/congress

The Face of Mercy

Serving Nine Vicariates: Merced-Mariposa ♦ Madera ♦ Fresno Metropolitan ♦ Fresno Rural ♦ Kings ♦ Tulare ♦ Bakersfield Metropolitan ♦ Kern Rural ♦ High Desert

—— PLEASE PRINT ——

TO RECEIVE A CONFIRMATION NOTICE OF YOUR REGISTRATION, YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS MUST BE ENTERED.

Name Mailing Address City and ZIP Code Telephone E-mail Parish and City Ministries in which I am serving Do you have any special needs? WORKSHOPS

8:40 - 9:45

INDICATE ALL 3 CHOICES

1st Choice

A-

Keynote Address

2nd Choice (IF 1ST CHOICE IS FILLED)

3rd Choice (IF 2ND CHOICE IS FILLED)

10:15 - 11:30

12:45 - 2:00

2:30 - 3:45

INDICATE SESSION #

INDICATE SESSION #

INDICATE SESSION #

BBB-

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FEES FOR REGISTRATION AND LUNCH

Amount Paid

(Registration will not be processed without payment unless authorized by the parish.)

1a

Early Bird Registration by September 6 — $30.00 (No refunds after September 6. Partial Scholarships are available only upon request by September 6.) (Tickets will be maile d to your address above by October 1.)

1b

10% Group Registration Discount for 12 or more people from the same parish — $27.00 ONLINE ONLY www.dioceseoffresno.org/congress (Only if all registration forms are received by September 6.)

1c

Regular Registration (September 7 - October 7) — $40.00 (Registrations received after October 6 will be processed but must be picked up at the “Will Call” Registration Booth.)

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$

Lunch:

 Turkey

 Roast Beef

 Vegetarian — Add $8.50 Each

(All lunches that are checked must be pre-paid.) NOT AVAILABLE AFTER SEPTEMBER 6.

Many Congress and Youth Day participants cannot attend our Congress and Youth Day without scholarships. Help support our youth, farm workers, and catechists by donating to this formation fund. Scholarship Donation: All cancellations must be in writing and received before September 7 and will incur a $5.00 processing fee. (Registrants that do not attend {No-shows} are still responsible for the payment of all Congress fees.) (Registrations are not transferable. No substitutions allowed.)

TOTAL

$ $ $ $

At the Congress, I am willing to serve (if I am needed):  by introducing a Speaker

 as a Greeter

 as a Lector

 as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion

How did you hear about Congress?  Parish Staff  Parish Group

 Parish Bulletin  KNXT-TV  Diocesan Newspaper  Office of Ministries  Diocesan Web Site  Facebook  Other: ____________________________

Number of years I have attended this annual event: 0

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2

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4

5

 6-10

 11-15

 16-20

DIOCESAN USE ONLY:

Reg. #_______________ Date _______________ Ck. # ______________ Amt. ______________

 21-27

Children under age 14 will not be admitted.

PLANILLA DE INSCRIPCIÓN

Diócesis de Fresno Congreso 2016

1550 North Fresno Street ♦ Fresno, California 93703 Teléfono: 559-488-7474 ♦ www.dioceseoffresno.org/congress Sirviendo Nueve Vicariatos: Merced-Mariposa ♦ Madera ♦ Fresno Metropolitano ♦ Fresno Rural ♦ Kings ♦ Tulare ♦ Bakersfield Metropolitano ♦ Kern Rural ♦ High Desert

FAVOR DE USAR LETRA DE MOLDE

Sábado, 15 de Octubre del 2016

El Rostro de la Misericordia

PARA RECIBIR LA CONFIRMACIÓN DE SU INSCRIPCIÓN, SU CORREO ELECTRONICO DEBE SER INGRESADO.

Nombre Completo Domicilio Completo Ciudad y Código Postal Teléfono Correo Electrónico Parroquia y Ciudad Ministerios en los cuales estoy sirviendo Necesidades Especiales TALLERES

8:40 - 9:55

(Indique las 3 Selecciones)

(Indique los #s de las Sesiones)

1ra Selección da

2 Selección (Si la primera selección está llena)

3ra Selección (Si la segunda selección está llena)

AAA-

10:15 - 11:20 Conferencia Principal

B-

12:45 - 2:00

2:30 - 3:45

(Indique los #s de las Sesiones)

(Indique los #s de las Sesiones)

CCC-

DDDCantidad Pagada

COSTO DE LA INSCRIPCIÓN Y EL ALMUERZO (Su registro no será procesado si no va acompañado del pago sólo que sea autorizado por la parroquia.)

1a

Inscripción Adelantada hasta Septiembre 6 — $30.00 (No devolución después del 6 de Septiembre. Becas Parciales Disponibles sólo que se pidan para el 6 de Septiembre.) (Los boletos se enviarán por correo al domicilio escrito arriba para el 1 de Octubre.)

1b

Un Descuento de 10% para un Registro de Grupo de 12 o más personas de la misma Parroquia — $27.00

www.dioceseoffresno.org/congress

1c

Inscripción Regular (Septiembre 7 - Octubre 7) — $40.00 (Inscripciones recibidas después del 6 de Octubre serán procesadas, pero deberán de recogerse en el Puesto de Registro “Will Call”.)

2 3

(Si todas las inscripciones son recibidas para el 6 de Septiembre.)

Almuerzo:  Pavo  Carne de Res  Vegetariano — SUME $8.50 POR CADA UNO (Todos los sándwiches marcados deben de ser pre-pagados.) NO DISPONIBLES DESPUÉS DEL 6 DE SEPTIEMBRE.

Muchos de nuestros participantes del Congreso y Día Juvenil no pueden participar sin la ayuda de becas. Su donación apoyará la formación de jóvenes, campesinos, y catequistas. Donación para

Becas:

Todas las cancelaciones deberán ser por escrito y recibirse antes del 7 de Septiembre y tendrán un cargo de procesamiento de $5.00. (Registrados que no se presenten aún son responsables de los cargos totales.) TOTAL (Las inscripciones no son transferibles. No se aceptan substituciones.)

$ SOLAMENTE $ELECTRONICO $ $ $ $

En el Congreso, estoy dispuesto a servir (si me necesitan):  Presentando al Conferencista

 En Hospitalidad y Bienvenida

 Como Lector

 Como Ministro Extraordinario de Eucaristía

¿Cómo supo del Congreso?  Empleado Parroquial  Boletín Parroquial  KNXT-TV  Periódico Católico  Oficina de Ministerios  Grupo Parroquial  Sitio en la Red  Facebook  Otro: ____________________________ Número de años que he asistido a este evento anual: 0

1

2

3

4

5

 6-10

 11-15

 16-20

PARA USO OFICIAL SOLAMENTE:

Reg. #_______________ Date _______________ Ck. # ______________ Amt .______________

 21-27

Niños menores de 14 años no se admitirán.

CONGRESO 2016

MENSAJE DE NUESTRA DIRECTORA

E FRESNO DIÓCESIS D PASTORAL CENTRO

STREET H FRESNO 1550 NORT 703-3788 93 LIFORNIA FRESNO, CA 400 8-7 48 ) (559 TELÉFONO

Amigos,

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ción la con mayor aten n au ar pl em nt l Padre llamados a co o de la acción de tiv ec ef ás m A veces estamos o gn ser un si ra poder llegar a No. 3). misericordia pa icordiae Vultus, er is (M s da vi as en nuestr bilar! rante este Año Ju du ón xi fle re de mpo al tener este tie El Rostro ¡Que bendición nil de este año es ve Ju ía D y no sa leo ce ocación del Jubi tro Congreso Dio nv es Co nu de ra a pa ul a B m El te línea de esucristo es el a. En la primera cisco declara, “J an Fr mados pa de la Misericordi Pa el a, isto, estamos lla isericordi Cr M la de de os ul io íp ar sc in Extraord s alrededor dre.” Como di icordia a aquello ericordia del Pa er is m la de ro st rostro de la mis reflexionar el ro oportunidad de o y servir como la pl ad em id ej un su m ir co gu gicos, a tr a se mo ministros litúr ento le da a nues co ev s, te ta is Es . qu os te tr ca so de no tros como ra aprender gnifica para noso rece el tiempo pa of os N s. se en lo que eso si re lig milia, con los oración, como fe los días en la fa s do to a di or como líderes de ic er eramente la mis cómo vivir verdad munidad. amigos, y en la co un tiempo de en Octubre para os a con rn ña pa om ando con la Mis eres ac in id lm ns cu co e a, qu ris y os l, ua dos Esperam ecimiento espirit s asistiendo los cr re n, do ió ta us en sc es di pr e, aprendizaj mos excelentes los jóvenes do Ochoa. Tene il especial para rr an m ca Ar el o y s sp to bi O ul el dos! s ad os son bienveni focándose en lo od en ¡T . do ia or ba at sá ar el , días s de prep ingo para jóvene nte adultos, y el dom avanzamos dura s ra nt ie m os tr te con noso n entusiasmo y dia del Padre es estros pasos co nu ie gu u rit pí ¡Que la misericor el Es ericordia, y que este Año de Mis alegría!

ez Rose M. Hernánd de Ministerios Directora, Oficina

DIÓCESIS D

E FRESNO

CENTRO PA STORAL

1550 NORT H FRESNO STREET FRESNO, C ALIFORNIA 9 3703-378 8 TELÉFONO (559) 488-74 00

CONGRESO 2016

BIENVENIDA DE NUESTRO OBISPO

MESAJE Aprovecho esta oportunidad para darles la Diocesano. Com o ya habrán noDELbienvenida a nuestro Congres o Anual ta do, el tema de Misericordia. este año es El El Regreso del Rostro de la Hijo Pródigo es Rembrandt, por uno de mis cuad el colorido yOBISPO ro s toque de la pintur favoritos de de la Misericor a. Creo que habl dia dado a noso a ta n bi en de este año tros por el Papa recordamos esa Francisco. Muc versión poderosa hos de nosotros la parábola bíbl partic (NEED ipación en el Con TO deTRANSLATE) ica. Me gustaría greso y Día Ju que nues

venil de este añ tra nosotros buscar o pueda permiti e identificar en r a ca da no un so o tr de os algunas part hermano mayor es del hijo “pro “crítico”, y el pa digo”, el dre compasivo, cambio para mej la s cuales tenemos orar. Mi oració y efectúe un n esta a través oportunos que se de los muchos están ofreciendo ta lle res, diversos y durante estos dí temas de bienve as, algunos podr nida (regreso a án descubrir los casa), afirmació habla constantem n y reconciliació ente acerca de es n. El Papa Franci as “periferias” de sco necesariamente la sociedad. Podr tenemos que vi ía ag re vi ga r r en qu e no los alrededores experimentar algu de la vida de la nos aspectos de Iglesia para soledad, desánim o, celos o aún ira. Que el desafío de amar como el Pa dre y ser amado este fin de seman como un hijo o hi a como efecto se ja, se lleve a cabo cundario de la pa a través del tiem rábola conocida po. por los Cristiano s Sinceramente en Cristo,

Reverendísimo A rmando X. Ochoa , D.D. Obispo de la Dió cesis de Fresno

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Queridos Particip antes del Congres o,

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CONGRESO 2016

EL CENTRO DE CONVENCIONES DE VISALIA El Centro de Convenciones de Visalia ofrece 114,000 pies cuadrados de hermoso espacio y a la vez flexible para reuniones y convenciones, y está adyacente al lujoso Hotel Marriott.

¡Todos a bordo! Relájese y disfrute de la vista panorámica rural del valle de California mientras viaja por tren. Profesionistas pueden disfrutar de Custom Class que ofrece espacio extra para sus piernas, periódico del día y bebida. El California Corridor/ San Joaquín corre de San Francisco al sur de California. Acompáñenos y relájese en su viaje a Visalia. Llame 1-800-USA-RAIL o visite: www.amtrak.com para hacer sus planes.

DIRECCIONES SI MANEJA

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De la Autopista Estatal 99 o del Aeropuerto de Visalia Tome la Autopista Estatal 198 al Este. Tome la Salida al Centro de Visalia (Aproximadamente 7 millas). Manténgase en el carril izquierdo de la lateral (Avenida Noble).

ESTACIONAMIENTO

Viaje hasta el tercer semáforo (Calle Court). Dé vuelta a la izquierda en la Court y tome el carril derecho.

El Centro de Convenciones de Visalia ofrece estacionamiento gratuito para nuestro evento en los estacionamientos alrededor del Centro de Convenciones.

Viaje en la calle Court hasta el Segundo semáforo (Avenida Acequia), dé vuelta a la derecha y el Centro de Convenciones está en el lado Sur. Estacionamiento gratuito está disponible en los lados Norte y Este.

DISTANCIA AL CENTRO DE CONVENCIONES

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AMTRAK

San Diego San Francisco Sacramento Los Ángeles Bakersfield Fresno

5 horas 4.5 horas 3.5 horas 3 horas 1 hora, 15 minutos 45 minutos

POR AVIÓN A sólo 45 minutos al norte del Centro de Convenciones de Visalia, El Aeropuerto Internacional Yosemite de Fresno proveerá transportación práctica.

ALIMENTOS Caja de almuerzo servida con un sándwich, galleta, bolsa de papitas, y refresco, puede ser ordenada por $8.50 en su forma de inscripción hasta el 6 de Septiembre. Puestos de Comida estarán disponibles a las 7:00 am en el Centro de Convenciones, y negocios alrededor a corta distancia ofrecerán una variedad de opciones para comer.

NIÑOS No se permitirán niños menores de 14 años en el Centro de Convenciones. Jóvenes de 14 a 18 años tendrán que ser acompañados por sus padres o tutores en todo momento y portar su gafete de inscripción.

POR FAVOR TENGA EN CUENTA QUE NO TENDREMOS HOSPITALIDAD GRATIS EN LA MAÑANA AFUERA DEL CENTRO DE CONVENCIONES.

Sábado, 15 de Octubre del 2016

8:00 AM — 5:15 PM

DÍA JUVENIL:

Domingo, 16 de Octubre del 2016

9:00 AM — 4:30 PM

HORA

EVENTO

7:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Inscripciones y Exhibiciones

8:00 AM – 8:20 AM

Oración Matutina y Bienvenida

8:20 AM – 8:40 AM

Descanso y Exhibiciones

8:40 AM – 9:45 AM 8:40 AM – 9:55 AM

Conferencia Principal en Inglés Talleres Sesión A en Español

9:45 AM – 10:15 AM

Descanso y Exhibiciones

10:15 AM – 11:20 AM 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM

Conferencia Principal en Español Talleres Sesión B en Inglés

11:20 AM – 12:45 PM

Almuerzo y Exhibiciones

12:45 PM – 2:00 PM

Talleres Sesión C (todos)

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Descanso y Exhibiciones

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM

Talleres Sesión D (todos)

3:45 PM – 4:00 PM

Descanso y Exhibiciones (Las Exhibiciones se cierran a las 4:00 PM)

4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Celebración Eucarística

HOSPEDAJE Las tarifas especiales de alojamiento han sido negociadas con los hoteles. Por favor llame directamente al hotel y mencione el código de descuento. Comfort Suites Downtown 210 East Acequia Avenue Visalia, California 93291 (559) 738-1700 www.comfortsuitesvisalia.com Ubicación al Cruzar la Calle Tarifa Reducida: $89 Código de Descuento: Diocese of Fresno

Visalia Marriott Hotel 300 South Court Street Visalia, California 93291

(559) 636-1111 www.marriott.com/vismc Pegado al Centro de Convenciones Tarifa Reducida: $102 Código de Descuento: Diocese of Fresno

CONGRESO 2016

CONGRESO:

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CONGRESO 2016

INSCRIPCIONES Las inscripciones para el Congreso se inician en Julio 2016. Inscripciones Anticipadas serán aceptadas hasta el 6 de Septiembre, 2016, por correo postal o internet, pagando con cheque o tarjeta de crédito. Los gafetes se enviarán por correo postal a quienes se registren antes del 6 de Septiembre, 2016.

INSCRIPCIÓN ADELANTADA

Después del 6 de Septiembre, 2016, las inscripciones serán aceptadas solamente por teléfono o por internet, y deberán recibirse el 7 de Octubre, 2016. NO SE ACEPTARAN INSCRIPCIONES ENVIADAS POR FAX. Aquellas personas que se inscriban después del 6 de Septiembre, 2016, necesitarán recoger sus gafetes el día del evento; por favor hagan planes para llegar temprano.

INSCRIPCIÓN REGULAR

En todo momento...Todos los participantes del Congreso deberán usar sus gafetes, especialmente al entrar en las sesiones de los talleres. Las personas en la puerta verificarán su gafete a la entrada de cada taller para asegurarse que usted esta en la sesión correcta. A nadie se le permitirá entrar a la sesión al menos que esa sesión aparezca en su gafete. El remplazo de su gafete tendrá un costo de $10.00.

$30

Termina el 6 de Septiembre, 2016. Regístrate por Internet o Correo Postal. NO SE ACEPTAN REGISTRACIONES POR FAX. Pagos: Cheque o Tarjeta de Crédito por Internet

$40

Del 7 de Septiembre, 2016, al 7 de Octubre, 2016. Por internet o por Teléfono NO SE ACEPTAN INSCRIPCIONES POR FAX. Cheque o Tarjeta de Crédito por Internet

ULTIMO DÍA PARA CANCELACIONES No habrá reembolsos después del día 7 de Septiembre, 2016

NO SE ACEPTAN INSCRIPCIONES Del 8 de Octubre, 2016, al 14 de Octubre, 2016.

INSCRIPCIONES DURANTE EL CONGRESO

$40 El Congreso es un evento para adultos, por esa razón no se admiten menores de 14 años. Jóvenes 15 de Octubre, 2016. de 14 a 18 años son bienvenidos a asistir sólo En Persona: Cheque o Efectivo como participantes registrados, y acompañados por uno de sus padres u otro adulto autorizado como chaperón. CANCELACIÓN / REEMBOLSO / POLITICAS DE PAGO: Debido a los lineamientos diocesanos de Ambiente Seguro ningún menor podrá estar en un taller o área de exhibidores sin ser acompañado por su padre/madre, un adulto o tutor.

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Para información en Español sobre el Día Juvenil, por favor vea la página 48.

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LITURGIA POR FAVOR CELEBRE CON NOSOTROS...

Oración Matutina 8:00 a.m.

Celebración Eucarística 4:00 p.m.

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Promover las Vocaciones: Un Acto Espiritual de Misericordia

A través de los Actos tradicionales de Misericordia ponemos nuestra fe en acción y proclamamos el Evangelio con hechos. En nuestro papel de fomentar las vocaciones para el sacerdocio, la vida religiosa, el diaconado, el matrimonio santo y el liderazgo laico, tenemos el potencial para tocar la vida de miles de personas. Cada persona que asistimos para que responda al llamado de Dios puede llegar a ser un instrumento del Amor de Dios en este mundo. En este taller nos enfocaremos en como asistir a la gente en el discernimiento de su llamado. Este es un trabajo en conjunto de los padres, catequistas y clero.

REVERENDO DAN ÁVILA El Padre Dan Ávila es un sacerdote de la Diócesis de Fresno. En sus 29 años de ministerio ordenado él ha servido en parroquias de Hanford, Hilmar, Los Baños, Livingston, Visalia y Fresno. Actualmente él esta pastoreando la Parroquia de Santa Ana en Riverdale. El Padre Dan también ha estado sirviendo desde el año 2010 como Director Diocesano de Vocaciones.

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Síntesis de las Obras de Misericordia (Corporales y Espirituales)

La Misericordia del Señor Llena la Tierra (Sal 33,7) Respondiendo a la iniciativa del Papa de su Bula Misericordiae Vultus, el presente tema quiere aprovechar el acontecimiento de gracia que es siempre un Año Santo de manera que, no sólo a título individual, sino en todas las actividades pastorales parroquiales y diocesanas, se le tenga presente y dé frutos abundantes.

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REVERENDO JESÚS DEL ÁNGEL LEÓN, J.C.L. El Padre Jesús Del Ángel fue ordenado sacerdote el 13 de Mayo del 2000 en Xalapa, Veracruz México. Apenas a los tres meses de haber sido ordenado fue asignado como Maestro y formador en el Seminario Rafael Guizar Valencia en Xalapa, Veracruz en el cual estuvo por un periodo de cuarto años. En el 2004 por invitación de Monseñor Juan Esquivel y el Obispo Juan Steinbock vino a la Diócesis de Fresno a la cual pertenece actualmente. El Padre Jesús además de los estudios propios del seminario de Filosofía y Teología. Cuenta con una Licenciatura en Derecho Canónico de la Universidad Gregoriana en Roma. Actualmente es el Vicario Judicial Adjunto de la Diócesis y es el Pastor de la Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de las Victorias en Fresno. El Padre Jesús se caracteriza por su forma sencilla y simple de enseñar la doctrina cristiana y al trasmitirla utiliza mucho los ejemplos de la vida cotidiana y el diario acontecer de nuestra vida.

La Piscología de la Tecnología

¿Se ha preguntado alguna vez que tiene de raro que lo niños, jóvenes, y el resto del mundo disfrute de la interacción que se da a través de la tecnología digital? La preocupación no es la tecnología en si, la preocupación es: ¿Cómo este mundo digital está formando las mentes y personalidades de los niños de hoy y hasta que grado se ve afectado el núcleo familiar? Aunque todavía no tenemos muchas respuestas sobre como el mundo digital esta impactando nuestras mentes, vale la pena identificar unas áreas de preocupación. También analizaremos como sutilmente La Misericordia se va perdiendo y que podemos hacer para ganar esta batalla. Por ejemplo, que pueden hacer los padres para guiar a sus hijos a utilizar la tecnología con moderación y evitar una futura sociedad deshumanizada donde falta la Caridad.

JOSSIE CEJA Jossie Ceja se graduó de la Universidad Estatal de Fresno (CSUF) en 1998 con una Maestría en Ciencias en Consejería. Es la co-fundadora de Es-Tu-Dios, un grupo Católico bilingüe de jóvenes adultos en la Universidad Estatal de Fresno y afiliado a la iglesia Centro Católico San Pablo Newman donde sirve como Ministro de Eucaristía. En 2001, Jossie completo el Programa de Formador de Agentes Pastoral Juvenil de California. En el pasado, Jossie sirvió como representante de la Diócesis de Fresno en la Región 11. Hoy en día es una Terapeuta Familiar y ha estado trabajando por los últimos 17 años en agencias de Salud Mental con niños, familias, jóvenes, y parejas. Actualmente, Jossie continúa apoyando a los jóvenes de Es-Tu-Dios, y presenta dos programas en Español por la radio católica Guadalupe Radio: La Misionera 1550AM, “Buenos días Jesús y María” y “Gotitas de Sabiduría”. También colabora con la Diócesis de Fresno en el Equipo de Trabajo de Comunicación.

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Reconciliación 2.0: El Sacramento de la Misericordia

El Papa Francisco es conocido como el “Papa de la Misericordia” y sus escritos y comentarios han atraído nueva atención al Sacramento de la Reconciliación. Este taller nos ayudará a comprender lo que el Papa ha dicho sobre la misericordia y como su entendimiento de la misericordia puede ser aplicado a la celebración del sacramento y el proceso catequético. Aprende como fortalecer tu relación con tus estudiantes para incrementar la asistencia y participación y como crear mini-comunidades de sanación en tu salón de clase y/o en grupos juveniles.

REVERENDO JON PEDIGO, S.T.L. El Padre Jon Pedigo, S.T.L., es nativo del Área de la Bahía. El ha estado activo en asuntos civiles y causas de justicia social por mas de 30 años. Desde su ordenación para la Diócesis de San José en 1991, el Padre Pedigo ha estado involucrado con varias causas locales de justicia social y diálogos interreligiosos. El Padre Pedigo recién terminó de servir como Pastor en la Parroquia de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe, en el lado Este de la ciudad de San José y esta iniciado un nueva posición como Director de Proyectos para la Paz y la Justicia en la Diócesis de San José. Actualmente es el Presidente del Consejo Interreligioso de Economía y Justicia en la Diócesis de San José. El Padre Pedigo ha sido galardonado en el año 2008 como Defensor de los Inmigrantes del Año por SIREN (Servicios, Inmigrantes, Derechos, y Red de Educación), Premio del Director 2010 por Comisión de Relaciones Humanas del Condado de Santa Clara, Pemio de Justicia 2013 César Chávez por la Voz Musulmana Americana, Premio César E. Chávez Si Se Puede 2014 por la Fundación Visión Familia Chávez y NAACP Premio Justicia Social César Chávez 2015. El es un miembro de Rockwood 2012 para Líderes Inmigrantes en California y miembro 2015 de ALF (Foro de Liderazgo Americano) Fellow.

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El Padre Pedigo tiene una Licenciatura en Música de la Universidad Estatal de San Francisco y una Maestría en Música de la Universidad de Indiana, Bloomington. El Padre Pedigo realizó sus estudios de Teología en el Seminario de San Patricio, Menlo Park y tiene una Licenciatura en Teología Sagrada de la Escuela Jesuita de Teología en Berkeley. Padre Pedigo esta patrocinado por Pflaum Publishing Group.

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¿Catequista Compartiendo la Misericordia de Jesús?

Siendo Catequista tenemos la misión de llevar el mensaje de salvación a los niños, a los jóvenes y a los adultos. Como miembros comprometidos con nuestra Santa madre la Iglesia podemos llevar el mensaje misericordioso de nuestro Señor Jesucristo especialmente en este año de la misericordia en el que el Papa Francisco nos recuerda que nuestro padre Dios no consuela, nos perdona y nos llena de esperanza. Si eres catequista o te gustaría ser uno, si eres líder o miembro activo de un grupo parroquial o si simplemente quieres enriquecer tu Fe. Este taller es para ti. En el aprenderemos juntos nuevas ideas, formas, y dinámicas para enriquecer nuestras reuniones. Ven, te esperamos.

FRANCISCO RODRÍGUEZ Por los últimos 31 años, Francisco Rodríguez ha estado involucrado en el ministerio para jóvenes y adultos en la Parroquia de San Pedro en San Pedro, California. Con la ayuda del P. Claudio empezaron un grupo de jóvenes en el año 1985 que todavía sigue activo. Francisco es el encargado del programa de la Confirmación desde hace 15 años; y es también el coordinador del programa de Retiros de la Parroquia para Adultos, Jóvenes, Parejas, Adolecentes y de preparación para recibir la Confirmación en inglés y en español desde el año 1990. También es fundador de La Cruz T-Shirts. Un ministerio que busca evangelizar sin palabras. (Aprende – Vive – Comparte – Viste tu Fe) Camisetas con mensajes Católicos.

 Temas para Jóvenes Adultos ver páginas 45-47. 

La misión que Jesús ha recibido del Padre ha sido la de revelar el misterio del amor divino en plenitud. Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 8

Cinco Maneras para Incorporar a los Padres de Familia en la Catequesis

“Los padres son los primeros responsables de la educación de sus hijos.” (CCC 2223). Como catequistas se nos olvida lo que el Catecismo de la iglesia Católica nos dice claramente que la formación en la fe esta situada en el hogar. En este taller se presentarán cinco ideas para fomentar, crecer y apoyar la catequesis en el hogar. Ideas y manualidades creativas serán parte de la conversación. La meta de este taller es de equipar a los catequistas para que luego ellos puedan fortalecer la catequesis en nuestras casas.

VICTOR VALENZUELA Victor es consultor bilingüe a nivel nacional de William H. Sadlier, Inc. Por más de 25 años ha estado trabajando en el ministerio hispano. Ha sido maestro de secundaria y ha colaborado en diversos ministerios parroquiales incluyendo pastoral juvenil y educación religiosa, donde tiene una gran experiencia preparando materiales. Terminó sus estudios superiores en el seminario St. Joseph en Mountain View, California, y tiene dos años de teología cursados en el seminario San Patricio. También tiene su maestría en educación religiosa de la Universidad de San Francisco. Actualmente esta matriculado en un programa para el doctorado en teología en Barry University en Miami. Nació en Arizona de padres mexicanos, ha vivido la mayor parte de su vida en el área de la bahía. Actualmente vive en Alameda, California. El Señor Valenzuela esta patrocinado por William H. Sadlier, Inc.

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Formando Adultos como Misioneros y Discípulos

¿De que forma podemos ser misioneros y discípulos de acuerdo al rostro del Padre? Efesios 2:4. ¡Ven y lo descubriremos juntos!

LUPITA VITAL Lupita Vital es de Jalisco, México. Ella tiene una gran experiencia en el ramo de la Catequesis, ha trabajado en este ministerio por los últimos 25 años. Las diócesis en las que ha servido son las de Tabasco, Guadalajara, y San José, en California. Lupita tiene diplomas de la Escuela Catequística Diocesana y el Instituto Bíblico Católico de Guadalajara, Jalisco, México. Además obtuvo un Diploma en Teología de la Universidad de Notre Dame, Indiana y de la Escuela Jesuita de Teología en Berkeley, California. Tiene un Certificado en Especialización en la Vida Pastoral, de la Universidad de Loyola en New Orleans. En el año 2005 obtuvo su Maestría en Catequesis de la Universidad de Santa Clara, en Santa Clara, California. En 2007, la Santa Sede la distinguió con la cruz Pro Ecclesia et Pontífice. Actualmente es la Directora del Apostolado Hispano para la Diócesis de San José, California. En el año 2014 le otorgaron el premio “Allan Figueroa Deck, SJ” por una sobresaliente contribución a la Teología Hispana y a la Formación en el Liderazgo ministerial del Instituto Hispano de Berkeley y la Universidad de Santa Clara. Actualmente es la Directora del Apostolado Hispano en la Diócesis de San José, en California. Ella ha escrito y publicado reflexiones llamadas Un Nuevo Comienzo para Adviento y Navidad y para Cuaresma y Pascua en la Editorial Liguori. Este año saldrá el libro de la editorial Loyola Press, Un Año Lleno de Gracia 2016.

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CONFERENCIA PRINCIPAL EN ESPAÑOL:

La Misericordia y el Quinto Encuentro Patty Jiménez y José Antonio Medina

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Los Laicos Testigos de la Misericordia

“[En] el contexto del Año de la Misericordia, es bueno que tomemos conciencia de que el anuncio de la misericordia de Dios forma parte de esa misión, en la que los fieles laicos tienen mucho que aportar.” “Uno de los grandes retos del laicado, en este año, es tomar conciencia de las obras de misericordia en su apostolado y potenciarlas con decisión. (…) Camino común y privilegiado para despertar conciencias, huir de la indiferencia ante las necesidades de nuestros hermanos y adentrarnos en el corazón del Evangelio, donde siempre descubrimos a los débiles y a los pequeños como los principales destinatarios de la misericordia de Dios (cf. MV 15)”.

REVERENDO JESÚS DEL ÁNGEL LEÓN, J.C.L. Ver biografía publicada del Reverendo Jesús del Ángel en la Sesión A.23.

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Discípulo Misionero, Proclama el Amor Misericordioso de Dios

El Papa Francisco al abrir el año de la Misericordia nos dijo que la Misericordia es “la fuente de la alegría, serenidad y de paz; es la ley fundamental que habita en el corazón de cada persona cuando mira con ojos sinceros al hermano que encuentra en el camino de la vida”. Usando el llamado del Papa Francisco compartiremos algunos encuentros de Jesús compartiendo la Misericordia del Padre y cómo podemos aplicarlas en: nuestro diario vivir, en nuestros hogares, trabajo, comunidad parroquial o en cualquier lugar donde nos encontremos.

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DIÁCANO GUSTAVO ESCRUCERÍA Gustavo A. Escrucería es un Promotor de la Misión Maryknoll y un Diácono de la Diócesis de Oakland, California. El ministra en la Parroquia de San Buenaventura en Concord, California. El Diácono Gustavo ha estado trabajando con la Comunidad Hispana por más de 25 años compartiendo la Palabra de Dios a través de los talleres. El está disponible para presentaciones enfocadas en la misión y retiros en Ingles y Español en todo Estados Unidos. Maryknoll ha tenido una positiva y continua relación con la Diócesis de Fresno. Esperamos continuar compartiendo la experiencia de misión de Maryknoll en el Congreso de Fresno. Diácano Escrucería esta patrocinado por Maryknoll.

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El Tráfico Humano es Problema de Todos

El tráfico humano, conocido también como La Trata de Personas, es la segunda empresa ilegal más grande y de más rápido crecimiento en Los Ángeles. Sin embargo, dada la rapidez con que está creciendo, la trata de personas muy bien podría superar el tráfico de drogas en tamaño en unos pocos años y los que están en riesgo son los niños. De acuerdo con el Centro de Niños Desaparecidos y Explotados, más de 100,000 niños menores de 18 años son víctimas de la trata de personas en EE.UU. contrariamente a la creencia popular, el 70% de estos niños son ciudadanos americanos. Los niños y adolescentes en nuestra comunidad necesitan nuestra ayuda y protección. En este taller daré información sobre lo que nosotros podemos hacer para luchar contra la trata de personas e incluiré información sobre cómo proteger a nuestros propios hijos. Teniendo en cuenta que la edad promedio en que los niños son traficados es de 8-12 años y lo inteligente que estos criminales son para engañar a los niños, es importante que todos nos eduquemos en el tema.

ANA L. GÓMEZ Ana L. Gómez es originaria de Guatemala. Ella y su esposo, Carlos, tiene una hermosa familia de cuatro estudiantes universitarios. Ana es una catequista principal de la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles. También es voluntaria como catequista de confirmación en su Parroquia de San Antonio en Long Beach. Ella ha estado involucrada en el tema de la trata de personas desde hace más de cu a tr o a ño s. An a h a hec ho presentaciones en diversas parroquias en el condado de Los Ángeles; ha sido presentadora en los Congresos regionales y también en el Simposio de la escuela secundaria de Hamilton en Long Beach. Uno de sus objetivos, es crear conciencia y educación en la comunidad latina, centrándose especialmente en la familia, sobre cómo combatir y proteger a nuestros niños de la trata de persona.

Jesús pide también perdonar y dar. Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 14

Matrimonio: Un Sacramento de la Misericordia

Dios es amor y nosotros – creados a Imagen y semejanza de Dios – somos creados por amor, para amar y ser amados. Desafortunadamente, por el Pecado Original, en ocasiones nos parece difícil amar como deberíamos (y como verdaderamente queremos). La Iglesia y sus sacramentos fueron instituidos por Cristo para darnos gracia – la habilidad para amar de manera que no podríamos nosotros mismos. En particular, el sacramento del matrimonio es un vehículo de gracia para los esposos, para traerlos más cerca de Dios, así como también a cada uno. En esta presentación se reflexionará sobre como el matrimonio es un vehículo de misericordia – de sanación y reconciliación – partiendo de ideas de los escritos del Papa Francisco, Papa Benedicto XVI, y San Juan Pablo II, particularmente su catequesis sobre Teología del Cuerpo. También veremos la manera en que las parroquias pueden apoyar matrimonios y parejas casadas, los dos antes y después del matrimonio, a la luz de los dos recientes Sínodos de la Familia, y la Exhortación Apostólica del Papa Francisco La Alegría del Amor.

ED HOPFNER Ed nació en el sur de California y es el mayor de seis hermanos. El obtuvo una licenciatura y una maestría en Química antes de mudarse a Berkeley y obtener una maestría en Teología de la Escuela Dominicana de Filosofía y Teología. Como maestro y entrenador de la preparatoria en Seattle, Ed ayudó a desarrollar un programa para estudiantes desatendidos en las escuelas de la ciudad. Ha enseñado química y matemáticas a nivel de colegio comunitario, Ingles en Japón mientras estudiaba Japonés, y ha vivido y estudiado Español en México. Desde el año 2001, Ed ha dirigido talleres y ha entrenado maestros para el Instituto Catalina de Siena, una organización devota a implementar las enseñanzas del Concilio Vaticano II en la misión del laicado. También ha dirigido talleres en Ingles y Español sobre formación para laicos y el gobierno en las parroquias. Un presentador popular, Ed ha enseñado clases y dirigido grupos de estudio y talleres sobre la Teología del Cuerpo de San Juan Pablo II, y tiene una amplia experiencia en sexualidad y educación sobre castidad así como también sobre esfuerzos pro-vida. Ha sido Director de Programas de Matrimonio y Vida Familiar para la Arquidiócesis de San Francisco desde 2013; antes de eso, el tuvo una posición similar en la Diócesis de Oakland, desde el año 2008 al 2013. En su tiempo libre, él disfruta las películas extranjeras, el vino tinto, los juegos de Oakland A’s y la música bluegrass.

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¿Por qué nos Angustiamos y Deprimimos?

¿Si el Año de la Misericordia es la Salvación, por qué nos angustiamos y deprimimos? La Ansiedad y depresión flagelo de la sociedad moderna afecta a algunos quienes en su desesperación buscan alivio usando remedios equivocados incluso pecaminosos consultando personas cuyo remedio lastima a la persona y ofende a Dios. Este taller, ofrece puntos claves para manejarlas conforme a la voluntad de Dios y la asistencia de la ciencia de la conducta. Dios nos quiere como hijos(a) alegres y amorosos para vivir desde ahora su Reino.

DOCTOR GABRIEL Y MARINA MARTÍNEZ Dr. Gabriel Martínez es un psicólogo jubilado después de trabajar en el campo de la salud mental por aproximadamente 40 años. Obtuvo la maestría en consejería en la Universidad de Loyola Marymount y el doctorado en educación en la Universidad de San Francisco, dos universidades Jesuitas en California. Estudio francés en Paris, Francia. Es autor de varios libros sobre la familia. Marina A. Martínez es graduada de la Universidad Estatal de Fresno en Psicología con especialidad en Gerontología. El Dr. Gabriel y Marina fundaron el programa Apoyo Familiar Cristiano, un programa pragmático bajo la dimensión cultural, espiritual y humanística que colabora con la Iglesia Católica Romana a asistir a las parejas, familias y juventud a identificar sus talentos a fin de desarrollarlos y aplicarlos cada día de sus vidas y vivir el Evangelio de Nuestro Señor Jesucristo en el seno familiar.

En la misericordia tenemos la prueba de cómo Dios ama. Él da todo de sí mismo, por siempre, gratuitamente y sin pedir nada a cambio. Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 14

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La Palabra de Dios es el Corazón de la Catequesis

El Concilio Vaticano II en la Constitución Dogmática Dei Verbum, el Sínodo de los Obispos del año 2012 y la reciente exhortación apostólica Evangelii Gaudium del papa Francisco nos explican la importancia de la Sagrada Escritura en todas las acciones de la Iglesia especialmente en la catequesis y en la predicación. En este taller explicaremos estos documentos que nos muestran cómo incluir la Palabra de Dios en nuestros ministerios. Además ofreceremos recursos y materiales para hacerlo posible de modo especial en la catequesis.

DOCTOR JOSÉ ANTONIO MEDINA José Antonio Medina obtuvo su doctorado en Teología por la Universidad Pontificia de Salamanca, España. Es profesor en diversos institutos de formación superior de California y Nevada. Ha escrito varios libros entre los que destacan Diálogos Semanales con Jesús, Temas Calientes para Jóvenes Cristianos, Vivir el Presente, Imaginar el Futuro, Con el Corazón Lleno de Alegría, entre otros. Actualmente es consultor para la Conferencia de Obispos de California y Director de la Oficina de Formación Continua de los Sacerdotes en la Diócesis de San Bernardino y es miembro de la facultad de Loyola Marymount University, University Extension.

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El Papel de los Laicos, como Discípulos Misioneros en el Año de la Misericordia

En este taller analizaremos lo que nos dice el Papa Francisco del rol de los laicos en la Iglesia Católica. Veremos también, el cómo nuestro bautismo nos compromete al discipulado cristiano, como camino para conocer y seguir a Jesús. ¿Cuál es nuestro compromiso? Basados en los documentos del Concilio Vaticano II y de Aparecida. ¡Te espero no faltes!

LUPITA VITAL Ver biografía publicada de Lupita Vital en la Sesión A.27.

Abramos nuestros ojos para mirar las miserias del mundo,... Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 15

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Evangelizar el Mundo Despiadado de los Padres de Familia

El mundo de los padres está lleno de reuniones obligatorias en la vida de los niños. Cuando la formación de la fe llega a convertirse en otra prioridad que los padres y los niños deben cumplir, sólo estamos creando un mundo despiadado para los padres de familia. En este taller desarrollaremos maneras para hacer que nuestros esfuerzos de formación en la fe sean verdaderos momentos de evangelización. Cuando eliminamos las obligaciones imperativas y las remplazamos con momentos de formación en la fe en servicio de la familia, nos convertimos en el rostro de la misericordia en el mundo sin piedad de ser padres de familia.

SKIP BACON Skip Bacon tiene más de 12 años de experiencia sirviendo como líder catequético en la iglesia. Obtuvo una maestría en Teología de la Universidad de Nuestra Señora (Notre Dame) y ha servido como líder en el ministerio Hispano en las diócesis del área de Chicago por casi diez años. Actualmente Skip sirve como Directora de Formación en la Fe y maestra de religión de Octavo grado en la parroquia y escuela de San Francisco de Assisi en Sacramento, California. Ella también sirve como consultora para Our Sunday Visitor. La Señora Bacon está patrocinada por Our Sunday Visitor.

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Catequesis en Una Parroquia Multicultural

Las Parroquias son comunidades vivientes de fe: creciente, cambiante. Este taller examinará el papel de los catequistas y el líder catequético al trabajar en comunidades culturalmente diversas. A pesar de que este taller será presentado en español, el contenido explorará el trabajar con estudiantes y sus padres, de ambas culturas, anglo e hispana.

SORI GOVIN Sori Govin es una represéntate de ventas y asesora bilingüe para la editorial RCL Benziger. Ella trabajó en la arquidiócesis de Atlanta como subdirectora para la catequesis y ha sido directora de educación religiosa al nivel parroquial. Sori ha trabajado por más de 20 años en la catequesis y comunidades multiculturales. Ella es nacida en Cuba, vivió en Atlanta, Georgia por 30 años y actualmente vive en Miami, Florida. La Señora Govin esta patrocinada por RCL Benziger.

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Amoris Laetitia: Un Desafío para la Iglesia y Cada Católico

Esta Exhortación Apostólica del Papa es un instrumento perfecto para guiar las parroquias, vicariatos, y la diócesis entera para llegar a ser “un hospital del campo…con atención y cuidado para los más débiles de sus niños, quienes muestran señales de un amor herido y preocupado” (A.L. #291) El Papa Francisco de nuevo nos llama a ser una iglesia adulta, y este taller basado en la Exhortación ofrecerá ideas prácticas y pastorales para guiar nuestras vidas familiares y para los que más necesitan escuchar la rica enseñanza papal, y su invitación a una experiencia de amor y vida familiar más rica. ¡Será buena idea leer el documento con anterioridad y traerlo a nuestra sesión!

JIM GRANT Jim Grant tiene una maestría en Educación y Ministerio Pastoral del Colegio de Boston, y 35 años de experiencia en Educación Religiosa y Formación para el Ministerio. Habiendo vivido en La República Dominicana por tres años y en Israel por un año, cambio para siempre su enfoque al estudio de la Escritura, diálogo interreligioso y ministerio de la iglesia. Felizmente casado con tres hijos adultos, él actualmente presenta y produce dos programas para KNXTTV, en la estación de la Diócesis de Fresno. Uno es “Justicia Social Católica 101” en que se discuten los 7 temas básicos de la doctrina social de la Iglesia. El segundo es “FaithWorks”, una entrevista mensual con ministros y artistas pastorales.

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Familia Verdadero Rostro de la Misericordia

¿Entonces por qué me quejo? ¿Por qué sufro? ¿Por qué me divorcio? Preguntas como estas, son pronunciadas por algunas familias agobiadas por los problemas de la vida diaria. Es el mismo lamento de Habacuc quien supo quejarse directamente con Dios en vez de quejarse como nosotros lo hacemos con el esposo(a), o los hijos e hijas erróneamente. El Señor en este año de la Misericordia nos pide que nos amemos los unos y los otros, y reservemos nuestros lamentos para Él en el momento de oración consciente del diario vivir. Si aprendemos a quejarnos con Dios aprenderemos a comportarnos amorosamente con nuestra familia y los demás.

DOCTOR GABRIEL Y MARINA MARTÍNEZ Ver biografía publicada del Doctor Gabriel y Marina Martínez en la Sesión C.25.

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El Magisterio del Papa Francisco

En este taller haremos una revisión de los temas fundamentales de los recientes documentos escritos por el papa Francisco, conoceremos cuáles son los principios teológicos en los que se fundamentan y cómo volverlos parte de nuestra vida. De modo especial estudiaremos su llamado a reconocer a nuestro Dios como Padre de Misericordia y a vivir como discípulos misioneros.

DOCTOR JOSÉ ANTONIO MEDINA Ver biografía publicada del Doctor José Antonio Medina en la Sesión C.26.

...estamos llamados a vivir de misericordia, porque a nosotros en primer lugar se nos ha aplicado misericordia. Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 9

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Catequesis: Fuera de la Caja y Desconectada

¿Sin Internet? ¡No hay problema! La Tecnología es genial pero algunas veces simplemente no tenemos acceso a ella. En este taller descubriremos la creatividad con poca o sin tecnología, las ideas con las cuales nosotros podemos entregar sesiones catequéticas enriquecidas y dinámicas sin usar ningún tipo de tecnología, solo buena creatividad a la antigua, para ayudar a los niños a encontrar a Dios en todas las cosas.

ROSA MOSICH Rosa ha estado involucrada en el ministerio de educación religiosa por más de 15 años como Catequista, Directora de Formación en la Fe, y Voluntaria. Partiendo de su experiencia en el Ministerio, ella combina experiencia práctica, creatividad, y entusiasmo motivacional para animar a aquellos llamados al ministerio para pensar fuera de la caja y expandir su alcance más allá del “salón de clase”. Rosa es madre de una hija pre-adolescente, con fluidez en español, y actualmente sirve como Consultora Educacional para Loyola Press. La Señora Mosich esta patrocinada por Loyola Press.

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Alaba a Dios con un Cántico Nuevo

¡Aleluya! Canten al Señor un canto nuevo, resuene Su alabanza en la asamblea de los fieles… Celebrad su Nombre con danzas; cantadle con el tambor y la cítara.” Salmo 149: 1,3 La música es una de las formas más profundas en las que damos voz a nuestra alabanza, a través del tiempo y en diferentes géneros musicales, todo para Dios. En este taller aprenderás nuevos ritmos que aplicaremos a cánticos ya conocidos, nuevos innovadores arreglos a himnos tradicionales y compartiremos nuevas alabanzas que podrás utilizar en los diferentes tiempos del año litúrgico.

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COCO VELOZ Coco Veloz ha sido músico pastoralista y compositora por 28 años. Ella trabaja actualmente en la parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Paz, como directora del coro de niños en la parroquia, así como cantora e instrumentista en diferentes actividades parroquiales y organizaciones, como el ministerio El Sembrador Nueva Evangelización (ESNE). También, Coco se desempeña como presentadora de talleres de formación en la fe para la Renovación Carismática en la Diócesis de Orange, así como en otros estados: Alaska, Texas y Carolina del Norte.

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Un Camino Mejor: La Jerarquía del Amor

Parte de nuestro crecer significa darnos cuenta en lo que es principal, secundario y sin importancia para la vida. Como decía San Agustín “en lo esencial, unidad; en lo dudoso, libertad; y en todo, caridad.” Esa caridad (léase amor) es la esencia de la vida. Aunque nacemos con la semilla del amor, debemos cultivarlo para aprender a amar; y parte de ese aprendizaje exige desprendernos de aquello que puede resultar menos importante. En este taller exploraremos: (1) lo que hemos acumulado en nuestro camino de fe; (2) discernir lo esencial de lo trivial; (3) reflexionar sobre algunos pasos concretos que nos ayudarán a vivir conforme a la jerarquía del amor.

GIOVANNI O. PÉREZ Giovanni O. Pérez es el Coordinador de Catequesis Primaria para la Arquidiócesis de Los Ángeles. Obtuvo una Maestría en Estudios Religiosos y un Bachillerato en Psicología así como el certificado de Maestro de Catequistas. Fue Director de Educación Religiosa en dos parroquias de la misma arquidiócesis por más de veinte años. Su experiencia ministerial incluye: pastoral juvenil, trabajo con encarcelados, evangelización, catequesis y espiritualidad con énfasis en espiritualidad masculina. Junto a su esposa han criado una familia de cuatro jóvenes adultos.

Erick Infantas ha sido músico pastoralista y compositor por 16 años. Él trabaja actualmente en la parroquia de Nuestra Señora de la Paz, como director de coros hispanos en la parroquia, así como instrumentista en diferentes actividades parroquiales y organizaciones, como el ministerio El Sembrador Nueva Evangelización (ESNE). También, Erick se desempeña como músico profesional para diversos estudios de grabación en proyectos independientes y con publicadoras como OCP (Oregon Catholic Press) y WLP (World Library Publications).

Jesucristo es el rostro de la misericordia del Padre. Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 1

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On-Site Registration

Inscripciones y Exhibiciones

8:00 AM – 8:20 AM

Opening Prayer and Welcome

Oración de Apertura y Bienvenida

8:20 AM – 8:40 AM 8:40 AM – 9:45 AM 8:40 AM – 9:55 AM 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits Keynote Address in English Workshop Session A in Spanish Break and Viewing of Exhibits

Descanso y Exhibiciones Conferencia Principal en Inglés Taller Sesión A en Español Descanso y Exhibiciones

10:15 AM – 11:20 AM 10:15 AM – 11:30 AM 11:20 AM – 12:45 PM

Keynote Address in Spanish Workshop Session B in English Lunch and Viewing of Exhibits

Conferencia Principal en Español Taller Sesión B en Inglés Almuerzo y Exhibiciones

12:45 PM – 2:00 PM

Session C (All)

Sesión C (Todos)

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits

Descanso y Exhibiciones

2:30 PM – 3:45 PM 3:45 PM – 4:00 PM

Session D (All) Break and Viewing of Exhibits (Exhibits close at 4:00 PM)

Sesión D (Todos) Descanso y Exhibiciones (Exhibiciones se cierran a las 4:00 PM)

4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

Eucharistic Liturgy

Celebración Eucarística

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Keynote Speaker: The Face of Mercy DEACON ALEX JONES

See biography for Deacon Alex Jones, Keynote Speaker, on page 15.

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Becoming Mercy Discipleship and Service

This workshop challenges teenagers to become voices and hands of mercy in their world. As our world becomes increasingly fragmented, divided, and digitized it can be hard to empathize and love others. As we receive mercy, we are called to give it. Teenagers are challenged to see service as an act of mercy, forgiveness as an act of mercy, and charity as an act of mercy - all of which happen in big and small ways every single day. Practical examples will be given of how to live this out most effectively and impact fully.

JOEL STEPANEK Joel Stepanek has been actively and passionately involved in ministry for over ten years. Joel is the Director of Resource Development for Life Teen International where he creates engaging youth ministry resources for middle and high school students. He received his master’s degree in religious education with an emphasis in youth and young adult ministry from Fordham University. Joel loves spending time with his wife and two children, Elijah Daniel and Sophia Grace.

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Mercy, Mass and Music: Let's talk about it!

God reveals his face of mercy in the Mass. In the holy sacrifice of the altar, Christ is present in the Eucharist. As Catholics, we believe in the true presence and we celebrate the Mass knowing it is the perfect prayer. Come and discover how mercy and the Mass can include contemporary ensembles and music, in a way that allow us to bring our gifts of song and worship without losing the traditions of the liturgy.

CRAIG COLSON See biography for Craig Colson listed on Session C.01.

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The True Meaning of Marriage

In this workshop John and Nichole will discuss the true meaning of marriage contrasting the worldly view of marriage and the teaching of the Church. They will discuss what makes marriage a sacrament, the roles of husband and wife and why it's critical each live them out fully, the keys to a successful marriage, what to avoid and how to live a marriage that witnesses to the world of something greater than what is seen in society.

JOHN AND NICHOLE SABLAN John and Nichole Sablan are two of the founding members of the Catholic Apostolate World Ablaze, which helps facilitate encounters with Jesus Christ and make disciples. John and Nichole have a powerful testimony on the many struggles they endured as individuals and how that spilled into their marriage and family life and the healing they experienced as they grew in their faith and understanding of marriage in light of the Church and her teachings. Leveraging their ministry background, Nichole's work as a school psychologist and counselor and their own 21 years of marriage and family life, the Sablans bring Church teaching, theory, application and humor to their sessions guaranteed to help their audience leave with a greater understanding of marriage and tools to live a happier and holier marriage. Their greatest joys outside of their faith and marriage are their three precious children Brya, Keoni and Miko.

We invite Young Adults (over the age of 18) to join us in their very own sessions. They will be offered at the same time as our Congress sessions! Registrations for this event are available online beginning August 1, 2016 at www.dioceseoffresno.org. EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION is from August 1, 2016 through September 8, 2016, with a price of $25. Payment can be made by mailing a check or by credit card online, through our online registration form. REGULAR REGISTRATION will begin on September 8 and will be accepted via telephone or online at a price of $30. Regular Registration must be received by October 2, 2016. Please do not fax your registration form. Along with your Early bird registration, you can order lunch. The cost is $8.50 per lunch and includes a sandwich, chips, cookie, and a soda or water. The registration form allows you to select the type of sandwich you wish. ONSITE REGISTRATION will take place at the Convention Center, at $30 per person. If you plan to register onsite, please plan to arrive early, so as not to miss the welcome and prayer!

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Vivir Para Servir – Juventud: El Reto Sigue en Pie

Joven, la Misericordia es Alegría del Corazón

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Las realidades de nuestro mundo actual, reclaman que nuestra generación tome seriamente partido con los más necesitados. Basándonos en los actos de misericordia de nuestra tradición, estaremos reflexionando sobre la importancia de desarrollar una pastoral de liderazgo juvenil que dé prioridad a una espiritualidad conectada con la madre naturaleza y al servicio de la humanidad. Joven líder ¿aceptas el reto?

“Nos conmueve la actitud de Jesús: no escuchamos palabras de desprecio, no escuchamos palabras de condena, sino sólo palabras de amor, de misericordia, que invitan a la conversión”. Primer Ángelus del papa Francisco, Plaza de San Pedro, domingo, 17 de marzo de 2013. En este taller reflexionaremos acerca del porqué de la importancia de la misericordia en nuestras vidas. Según las escrituras, lo que movía a Jesús era la misericordia. ¿Qué es lo que mueve tu vida?

GIOVANNI O. PÉREZ

COCO VELOZ

Ver biografía de Giovanni O. Pérez en la Sesión D.27.

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Conferencia Principal: La Misericordia y el Quinto Encuentro

PATTY JIMÉNEZ Y JOSÉ ANTONIO MEDINA Ver biografía de Patty Jiménez y José Antonio Medina, Conferencia Principal, en la página 15.

Las registraciones para este evento están disponibles a partir del 1 de Agosto, 2016 en www.dioceseoffresno.org. REGISTRACIÓN ADELANTADA es del 1ro del Agosto al 8 de Septiembre por $25. El pago puede ser hecho enviando un cheque por correo o con tarjeta de crédito al momento de registrarse. REGISTRACIÓN REGULAR comenzará el 8 de Septiembre y será aceptada por teléfono o internet (online) al precio de $30. La registración regular debe ser recibida a más tardar el 2 de Octubre. Por favor NO mandes tu ficha de registración por fax. Junto con tu registración adelantada, puedes ordenar comida. El costo es de $8.50 por comida, que incluye un sándwich, bolsa de papitas, galleta, un refresco o agua. La ficha de registración te permitirá escoger el sándwich tu gusto. LA REGISTRACIÓN DURANTE EL CONGRESO se llevará acabo en el centro de convenciones, al precio de $30 por persona. Si planeas registrarte el día del evento, planea llegar temprano, para no perderte la bienvenida y oración inicial.

Ver biografía publicada de Coco Veloz en la Sesión D.28.

ERICK INFANTAS Ver biografía publicada de Erick Infantas en la Sesión D.28.

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¿Como Evangelizar Usando Los Nuevos Medios de Comunicación?

Nuestra Tradición Católica nos dice que los nuevos medios de comunicación son un don de Dios y una forma de compartir el poder creador de Dios. Estas nuevas tecnologías han cambiado la manera en la cual nos comunicamos, como vivimos día a día, y como evangelizamos. Ven y aprende sobre las nuevas maneras de utilizar páginas web, blogs, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube e Instagram. Comprenderás cuáles son algunas de las precauciones que debemos tomar como ministros y seis características de los nuevos medios de comunicación que complementan la espiritualidad de los hispanos Católicos.

PATTY JIMÉNEZ Ver biografía de Patty Jiménez, Conferencia Principal, en la página 15.

Queremos vivir este Año Jubilar a la luz de la palabra del Señor:

Misericordiosos como el Padre. Misericordiae Vultus, Bula de Convocación del Jubileo Extraordinario de la Misericordia por Papa Francisco, Obispo de Roma, No. 13

2016 YOUNG ADULT TRACK / SESIONES PARA LA PASTORAL JUVENIL 8:40 AM—3:45 PM

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8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Registration, Gathering

Inscripciones, Reunión

9:00 AM – 9:40 AM

Morning Prayer and Welcome

Oración Matutina y Bienvenida

9:40 AM – 10:40 AM

Keynote I

Conferencia Principal I

10:40 AM – 11:00 AM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits

Descanso y Exhibiciones

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Eucharistic Celebration

Celebración Eucarística

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Lunch and Viewing of Exhibits

Almuerzo y Exhibiciones

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Workshops

Talleres

3:00 PM – 3:20 PM

Break and Viewing of Exhibits (Exhibits close at 3:30 PM)

Descanso y Exhibiciones (Exhibiciones cierran a las 3:30 PM)

3:20 PM – 4:20 PM

Keynote II

Conferencia Principal II

4:20 PM – 4:30 PM

Closing

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REGISTRATION

INSCRIPCIONES

Diocesan Youth Day is open to all High School Youth (9th through 12th grade). Interested youth should contact their Parish Youth Minister to register for this event. Only one person per parish should be assigned the responsibility of registration! All registration must be completed online.

El Día Juvenil Diocesano esta abierto a todos los jóvenes de Preparatoria, (grados del 9 al 12). Jóvenes interesados deberán contactar al Coordinador de la Pastoral Juvenil, o inscribirse para este evento; ¡sólo a una persona por parroquia deberá asignarse la responsabilidad de las inscripciones! Todas las inscripciones deberán hacerse por internet (online).

THE REGISTRATION PROCESS IS AS FOLLOWS:

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Youth Minister reads all the policies and procedures in the Youth Day Instruction Guide available on the Diocesan website. It is important to read the Guide in its entirety, as some procedures have changed. Youth Minister registers the group online. Youth Minister prints all forms necessary for registration. Please see Youth Day Instruction Guide for exact list. Youth Minister sends by mail or by email the following forms to the Office of Ministries: YD-A, YDB, and R-30. The remaining forms should be retained by the Youth Minister and parish as designated in the Youth Day Instruction Guide. Youth Minister will receive an email confirmation once all forms have been processed and registration is complete. Please note that registration will NOT be complete until ALL forms have been turned in. If forms are not submitted by October 5, 2016 registration may be cancelled.

COSTS: Early Bird registration received by midnight September 15, 2016 is $20 per person. Regular registration price is available until September 23, 2016 or until space is filled at $25.00 per person. No new registrations will be accepted on-site the day of the event. Lunch is not included in the Registration cost. Lunch can be purchased on-line at the time of registration at the cost of $8.50 per person. Refund available only for groups registered by September 22, 2016.

EL PROCESO DE INSCRIPCIÓN ES EL SIGUIENTE:

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El Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil lee todas las políticas y los procedimientos para el Día Juvenil, los cuales fueron enviados a las parroquias. Es importante empezar a leer el libro en su totalidad, ya que algunos procedimientos han cambiado. El Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil inscribe a su grupo por internet. El Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil imprime todas las formas adjuntas a la forma de inscripción. Para una lista exacta, por favor vea la Guía de Instrucciones para el Día Juvenil. El Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil envía por correo postal o correo electrónico todas las formas enlistadas completas, como se detalla en la Guía de Instrucciones del Día Juvenil enviada al Ministro de Pastoral Juvenil de su Parroquia. El Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil recibirá un correo electrónico como confirmación una vez que se hayan entregado todas las formas y la inscripción este completa. Tenga en cuenta que las inscripciones NO estarán completas hasta que TODAS las formas hayan sido entregadas. Si sus formas no son entregadas el 5 de Octubre, 2016, su inscripción será cancelada.

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REGISTRATION, CHAPERONES INSCRIPCIONES, CHAPERONES ADULTOS Y REGISTRO

COSTO: Las inscripciones con descuento deberán ser recibidas para la media noche del 15 de Septiembre, 2016, $20.00 por persona. Inscripciones a precio regular están disponibles por internet hasta el 23 de Septiembre, 2016, o hasta que el espacio se haya agotado $25.00 por persona. Nuevas inscripciones no serán aceptadas el día del evento. El almuerzo no está incluido en el costo de la inscripción. El Almuerzo se puede comprar por internet al momento de inscribirse y el costo por persona es $8.50. Reembolso disponible solo para grupos inscritos al 22 de Septiembre, 2016.

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ADULT CHAPERONES

CHAPERONES ADULTOS

Adults who chaperone youth must be in compliance with the Diocesan Safe Environment Requirements.

Los adultos que acompañarán jóvenes deben cumplir con los requisitos del Departamento de Ambiente Seguro de la Diócesis.

Please refer to the Youth Day Instruction Guide sent to your Parish Youth Minister or go online to the Congress Youth Day website. Any adult(s) driving youth to the event, that are not the parent/guardian of a child, must also meet all requirements as outlined in the Youth Day Instruction Guide. Adult Chaperones should be given instructions in case of emergency. Each Adult Chaperone should have a means of contacting the Youth Minister during the day in case of emergency. Each Adult Chaperone should also have a copy of the permission forms signed by the parents or guardians, and a list of the youth they are supervising, with the names and contact number of the parents or guardians.

Por favor consulte la Guía de Instrucciones para el Día Juvenil enviada al Ministerio Juvenil de su Parroquia o visite el Sitio Web del Congreso y Día Juvenil. Cualquier Adulto transportando jóvenes al evento, que no son padres de los jóvenes, deben también cumplir con todos los requisitos como se indica en la Guía de Instrucciones del Día Juvenil. Las instrucciones deben ser proporcionadas a los chaperones adultos en caso de emergencia. Cada chaperón adulto debe tener un medio para contactar al Coordinador de la Pastoral Juvenil durante el día en caso de emergencia. Cada chaperón adulto también debe tener una copia de las formas de permiso firmadas por los padres y una lista de los jóvenes a quienes esta supervisando, con los nombres y números de contacto de los padres.

CHECK-IN

REGISTRO

Group leaders are encouraged to check-in for Youth Day on Saturday, October 15, 12:00 PM—3:00 PM in the Congress Registration area. This is highly recommended.

Líderes de grupo son motivados a hacer un “check-in” de registro el sábado, 15 de Octubre, de la 12:00 a las 3:00 PM en el área de registro del congreso. Esto es muy recomendado.

Check-In for groups on Sunday, October 16 is from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. The Youth Minister will present the confirmation email, and then he or she will receive the Workshop wristbands, lunch ticket with instructions for the group, and any other materials or instructions for the day.

El registro va a ser de domingo 16 de Octubre de la 8:00 AM hasta la 9:00 AM. Únicamente el Coordinador registrará al grupo. El Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil presentará la confirmación del correo electrónico y en cambio él recibirá los brazaletes de asignación a los talleres, un boleto de almuerzo para el grupo, instrucciones, y cualquier otro material necesario para el día.

Once the Youth Minister has completed the check-in process, Adult chaperones will collect their Youth Day tote bag containing the chaperone nametags, instructions, and other items for the youth. The chaperones should put a wristband on each participant, and then proceed to the Exhibit Hall. Please remember that the Marriott Hotel is still doing regular business during Youth Day. Be respectful of noise, and do not allow youth to enter the lobby of the Marriott Hotel, or use the lobby bathrooms. Bathrooms are located near the entrance of the Exhibit Hall.

Después que el Coordinador de Pastoral Juvenil ha completando el proceso de registro, los adultos chaperones recogerán sus bolsas del Día Juvenil que contienen los gafetes de los chaperones, instrucciones, y brazaletes para los jóvenes. Los chaperones deben poner un brazalete a cada participante, y entonces avanzar a la sala de exposiciones. Por favor recuerde que el Hotel Marriott esta operando en forma regular durante el Día Juvenil. Sea respetuoso con el ruido, y no permita a los jóvenes entrar al lobby del Hotel Marriott, o usar los baños del lobby. Los baños están localizados cerca de la entrada de la sala de exhibiciones.

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REFUND POLICY:

POLITÍCA DE REEMBOLSO:

Refund available only for groups registered by September 22, 2016. A $5.00 per person processing fee will be charged to those canceling their registration by September 22, 2016. No refunds will be given after this date.

Reembolso disponible sólo para grupos inscritos al 22 de Septiembre, 2016. Una cuota de $5.00 dólares por persona será cobrada a aquellos que cancelen sus inscripciones al 22 de Septiembre, 2016. No se entregarán reembolsos después de esta fecha.

JOHN SABLAN John Sablan is a dynamic, engaging and inspirational speaker. By the grace of God, John overcame multiple forms of abuse and their effects in his life. He is the founder of World Ablaze, where the mission is to help make disciples of Jesus Christ by engaging the world with the fire of God’s love. John has a passion for reaching, teaching and preaching to all ages. John has his bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems and a master’s degree in Business Administration. He is currently working towards his master’s degree in Theology from the Augustine Institute. He is a Third Order Dominican and is currently in permanent diaconate formation for his diocese and will be ordained (God willing) in 2019. John’s most precious gifts are his beautiful bride Nichole and three wonderful children Brya, Keoni and Miko.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS JOEL STEPANEK

CRAIG COLSON

Joel Stepanek has been actively and passionately involved in ministry for over ten years. What began as a simple internship in a parish youth ministry office evolved into an incredible adventure that led him on numerous middle school lock-ins, high school retreats, parish missions, and ultimately to meet his wife, Colleen. Joel is the Director of Resource Development for Life Teen International where he creates engaging youth ministry resources for middle and high school students. Joel is a sought after speaker and lecturer and has traveled across the world training youth ministers, seminarians, and speaking to teenagers, seniors and all ages in between. He received his master’s degree in religious education with an emphasis in youth and young adult ministry from Fordham University. Joel is an avid Packer fan (and owner), loves cooking, weightlifting, and spending time with his wife and two children, Elijah Daniel and Sophia Grace.

Craig has been a Music and Liturgy Director in the Phoenix area for the past 20 years. Currently, Craig provides some of the music suggestions and writes liturgical articles in the Life Teen liturgy resource guides. He is also a contributor for a Musicians’ BLOG on the Life Teen website. He has served in the Diocese of Phoenix at many diocesan events and is skilled in piano, guitar, voice, percussion and drums. Craig has just recently joined up with World Library Publications (WLP) and has just finished recording a new EP (Extended Play) musical recording called "I Am the Way". Mr. Colson is sponsored by World Library Publications.

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#EpicFail: Abstinence Edition

The pleasures of sin are for a season, the stain however can be life altering! Gina Felter shares her story of becoming a mom at the age of 16 and delves into overcoming the stigma of a presumed #epicfail. Sharing experiences of the prevailing mercy being shown through the Church, Gina believes that it is by God's grace that she endured the challenging circumstances of teen pregnancy and has come to know cleansing and forgiveness from sin.

GINA FELTER Gina Felter is a contributor for catholicmom.com writing on faith, technology and New Evangelization topics. Gina has been involved in religious education ministry for more than 20 years as a Catechist, Director of Religious Education and volunteer. Building on her experiences in ministry she advocates the use of technology in church life and encourages others to expand their reach beyond the pews.

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Mercy, Mass and Music: Let's talk about it!

God reveals his face of mercy in the Mass. In the holy sacrifice of the altar, Christ is present in the Eucharist. As Catholics, we believe in the true presence and we celebrate the Mass knowing it is the perfect prayer. Come and discover how mercy and the Mass can include contemporary ensembles and music, in a way that allow us to bring our gifts of song and worship without losing the traditions of the liturgy.

CRAIG COLSON See biography for Craig Colson, Keynote Speaker, on page 51.

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Overcoming Adversities: The Power of Forgiveness!

Everyone has experienced some kind of trauma and/or misfortune, but how someone handles it is another category. It is common for today's society to be trapped in this paradigm for instance; how to react to somebody's rudeness is to retaliate and have revenge. It is common to hold in our minds anger, hatred, jealously, and envy; this is the opposite of what God wants us to hold onto. God wants us to forgive, just as He forgave us. This workshop will have inspirational words of encouragement and plant a seed into hearts and minds: "The Power of Forgiveness!"

CLAUDE BALL Claude Ball was born in Detroit, Michigan, and was raised in poverty and lived in a perilous environment. He encountered many setbacks, including living in an orphanage and foster homes. Claude became so depressed and undisciplined that he started experimenting with drugs and alcohol. Claude hit rock bottom and started building a relationship with Jesus Christ. He prayed every single day and started going to church every Sunday. Claude took responsibility of his life and joined the United States Navy. He met his wife, Leticia, who enabled him in becoming Catholic in 2007. Mr. Ball recently graduated from the University of Phoenix with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Claude is now an aspiring motivational speaker and author.

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Mercy: God's Steadfast Love

God's love is limitless, faithful and true. We can't earn it, buy it or lose it. Through Jesus Christ, this love is made visible by his life, death and resurrection.

FRANCIS CABILDO Francis Cabildo is a singer-songwriter, worship leader and speaker from Southern California. He is passionate about loving God, family and the people of God. Francis has served the Church as a youth minister, music minister, high school campus minister and inspiring speaker. He has shared his gifts and talents with NET Ministries, Life Teen, Inc., 242Revolution.com college ministry, The City Lights movement, and numerous retreats, conferences and worship events.

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Becoming Mercy - Discipleship and Service

This workshop challenges teenagers to become voices and hands of mercy in their world. As our world becomes increasingly fragmented, divided, and digitized it can be hard to empathize and love others. As we receive mercy, we are called to give it. Teenagers are challenged to see service as an act of mercy, forgiveness as an act of mercy, and charity as an act of mercy - all of which happen in big and small ways every single day. Practical examples will be given of how to live this out most effectively and impact fully.

JOEL STEPANEK See biography for Joel Stepanek, Keynote Speaker, on page 51.

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The True Meaning of Marriage

In this workshop John and Nichole will discuss the true meaning of marriage contrasting the worldly view of marriage and the teaching of the Church. They will discuss what makes marriage a sacrament, the roles of husband and wife and why it's critical each live them out fully, the keys to a successful marriage, what to avoid and how to live a marriage that witnesses to the world of something greater than what is seen in society.

JOHN AND NICHOLE SABLAN John and Nichole Sablan are two of the founding members of the Catholic Apostolate World Ablaze, which helps facilitate encounters with Jesus Christ and make disciples. John and Nichole have a powerful testimony on the many struggles they endured as individuals and how that spilled into their marriage and family life and the healing they experienced as they grew in their faith and understanding of marriage in light of the Church and her teachings. Leveraging their ministry background, Nichole's work as a school psychologist and counselor and their own 21 years of marriage and family life, the Sablans bring Church teaching, theory, application and humor to their sessions guaranteed to help their audience leave with a greater understanding of marriage and tools to live a happier and holier marriage. Their greatest joys outside of their faith and marriage are their three precious children Brya, Keoni and Miko.

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SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS, ADVERTISERS, AND EXHIBITORS Argyle Press / M~N~M Music Ministry

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