Parish Life and Faith Formation
Fan into a flame the gifts God has given us . . . with a spirit of power and love.
2 Timothy 1:7
Staff
Michael Benton MBenton@RCDB.org (208) 350-7540
Sr. Meg Sass MSass@RCDB.org (208) 350-7541
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Fall Conference News
We have completed surveys of participants and planning team members and presented an executive summary to Bishop Mike and his cabinet.
As a result of this consultation, we plan to repeat this year’s Fall Conference format for 2012 in Pocatello, Boise, Moscow and Coeur d’Alene, followed by a single site conference in 2013. Site chairpersons and diocesan staff are deep into the planning process.
In response to consistent requests for an earlier time and to make it possible for the Bishop to attend, Fall Conference 2012 called, chosen, sent will take place September 21 and 22nd. Keynote speakers (Jim Reed, Fr. Ernesto Caro, Thomas Smith, and Mary Sharon Moore) will be broadcast.
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Sr. Meg's 50th Jubilee as a Benedictine Sister
Sr. Meg is preparing for her 50th Jubilee as a Benedictine sister. The monastic community celebration is July 28th at 1:30 pm at the Monastery of St. Gertrude in Cottonwood. Sacred Heart Parish is planning a Mass and reception at 7:00 pm on August 15th. You are most welcome to attend either event; RSVP to Sr. Meg MSass@RCDB.org by July 6 if you plan to come to Cottonwood and need overnight housing. |
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Catechist Certification Questions
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During 2012, the Diocese of Boise will review its processes for initial certification of catechists and renewal of certification.
In the meantime, the present process and forms are located here. English / Spanish The forms for both basic and renewed certification are in the same document. Please note that the signature of a principal or director of religious education is needed for both original and renewed certification.
Formation in all areas of catechesis is needed for basic and renewed certification. It is possible to take many Scripture or theology courses without deepening your knowledge of the Creed, of Church History, etc.
During the three years allowed for initial formation and renewals, there are many opportunities to pursue formation in these required areas. See details and options on Parish Catechist Certification document (see document in English, see document in Spanish.)
We continue to be grateful for your dedication to your students and to your efforts in deepening your own understanding and faith. Please call us if we can ever be of help.
MSass@RCDB.org (208) 350-7541 MBenton@RCDB.org (208) 350-7540
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Catechist Formation Training
Over 162 Principals, school teachers, DRE’s and catechists attended the first of six training sessions
to deepen their spirituality, their knowledge of the faith and their teaching skills.
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Northern Deanery |
October 6, 2012 |
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Eastern Deanery |
October 6, 2012 |
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Southern Deanery |
October 13, 2012 |
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North Central Deanery |
October 13, 2012 |
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West Deanery |
November 3, 2012 |
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West Central Deanery |
November 3, 2012 | |
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To provide both a beginning and an advanced track for the formation and information of Principals, DRE’s and their catechists.
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To offer, over three years, a comprehensive program for beginning and continuing catechists, principals and DRE’s. These classes qualify for certification or re-certification in the Diocese of Boise. Certification requires participation in each of the 6 Saturdays or equivalent program. Each session covers 3 sections of Echoes of Faith (6 hours) or 6 hours of theology for re-certification. For the remaining 4 hours for re-certification, catechists should submit lesson plans for two classes to be observed by a DRE, Principal, or other appropriate person, with a follow-up debriefing.
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Deacon Richard Kulleck at the Diocesan Pastoral Center (208) 342-1311 or RKulleck@RCDB.org.
Track A is intended for those who have not done the Echoes of Faith program AND those who have not taught religion classes.
Track B is intended for those who have completed Echoes of Faith and taught at least one year.
Principals and DRE’s are encouraged to attend the Echoes of Faith track if they plan to train their own catechists. The process involves more than watching a video.
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Tentative Sequence:
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Year 1 |
Roles of the Catechist
Creed (I Believe/We Believe)
Planning content
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Faith Formation (Role of the Learner)
Liturgy and Sacraments
Planning prayer services
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Year 2 |
Methods and Ideas
Catholic Morality
Teaching Demonstrations small groups |
Prayer and Spirituality
Church History
Involving parents, practical tools
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Year 3 |
Scripture OT
Christology
Mary
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Scripture NT
Social Justice
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Articles on all aspects of the
Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) process
Published three times a year www.NAForum.org
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Spring (May)
Fall (September)
Winter (November) |
from the North American Forum on the Catechumenate
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Upcoming Events
for more information about these events or if there are other dates you would like to have listed
please contact Sr. Meg Sass (208) 350-7541
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July 9-12 |
Benedictine Retreat (limit of 4-5 youth from N. Idaho)
Ascension Monastery, Jerome
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Sr. Meg Sass
MSass@RCDB.org |
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July 27-29
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Steubenville NW
Spokane
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Sr. Meg Sass
MSass@RCDB.org |
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July TBD |
North Idaho Youth Camp
in 2011-Shoshone Base Camp, near Kingston, ID |
Sr. Meg Sass
MSass@RCDB.org
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July TBD |
Creation Northwest Festival
in 2011-Enumclaw, WA
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Sr. Meg Sass
MSass@RCDB.org |
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Sept. 21-22 |
Fall Conference
Boise, Coeur d'Alene, Moscow and Pocatello, ID
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Mike Benton
MBenton@RCDB.org
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March 8-10, 2013
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Idaho Catholic Youth Convention
Bishop Kelly High School, Boise, ID
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Mike Benton
MBenton@RCDB.org
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July 23-28, 2013 |
World Youth Day
Rio de Janeiro |
Mike Benton
MBenton@RCDB.org
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Links
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Idaho Catholic Youth Convention
Dates for next year:
March 8-10, 2013
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Events & Forms
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Resource Center |
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Communicator
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Girl Scouts Books and Medals
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Policies, Procedures and Guidelines |
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Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults-RCIA
from diocesan Policies & Practices
English
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First Holy Communion
from diocesan Policies & Practices
English
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Confirmation
from diocesan Policies & Practices
English
Confirmation Guidelines
English / Spanish
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Curriculum Guidelines K-8
English / Spanish
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| Approved Textbooks
English/Spanish
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USCCB Doctrinal Elements
of Curriculum Areas
for High School
English
(This document was intended for textbook publishers so it is not available in Spanish. Please contact the PLFF office if you have difficulty reading it.)
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Parish Catechist Certification
English / Spanish
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Diocesan Pastoral Council Constitution
English
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