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Raising Youth Catholic in this society

Wednesday October 6, 2010
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Tel.: 508-234-03346

6:00 PM -Dinner
7:00 PM-Talk followed by Q & A

A panel of educators, parents and students
will offer insights on dealing with the
challenges faced by youth today.

Some questions to be addressed are:
What do our youth hear and see in the media?
What do our youth hear and see from their friends?
What messages are our youth hearing and seeing?
What can we do to raise our youth authentically Catholic amid all this noise and conflicting messages ?

Facilitator: Deacon Ed Meilus
Since 2005, Deacon Ed Meilus is the
Director of the Office For Youth Ministry for the Diocese of Worcester and also is the
Director of the Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center. Prior to his current role he was the associate director for two years and had a twenty year career as a leader in the defense industry and in training youth and adults. He serves as deacon at St. Mark Parish in Sutton. Deacon Ed has been involved in scouting for the past fifty years. He has made a difference for young people both as a peer leader and an adult in various leadership roles. An eagle scout, he has trained and mentored many leaders and young people and he himself has completed and facilitated Wood Badge training. He earned his BS, MS and MBA degrees from WPI in Worcester. He and his wife Terri are the parents of three young adults.

Cost PER session : $25.00 per person

If attending ALL THREE sessions: $60.00 per person

Please send in registration and full payment by September 13, 2010
to OFFICE FOR YOUTH MINISTRY,
120 Hill Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588

Please make checks payable to
“Office For Youth Ministry”

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God Has a Plan!

Wednesday September 29, 2010
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Tel.: 508-234-03346

6:00 PM -Dinner
7:00 PM-Talk followed by Q & A

The Catholic vision of life, love, and human
sexuality is central to our very dignity as a human persons created in the image and likeness of God. Surrounded by a culture whose values clash dramatically with our own, we must grow in our in our understanding of the truth that sets us free. In this presentation we will look at the “why’s behind the what’s” of Catholic teaching and explore how we might convey these beautiful teachings to others, young and old, in our lives and in our ministries.
Mrs. Allison LeDoux is the director of the Respect Life Office of Marriage and Family for the Diocese of Worcester, MA. Her pro-life work in the diocese involves implementing the U.S. Conference Bishops’ Pastoral Plan for Pro-Life Activities in which the Church is called to uphold the dignity of the human person from conception to natural death, and the gospel of Life through prayer, education, pastoral care, and public policy. She oversees diocesan programs and policy related to Marriage Preparation with a particular focus on Pope John Paul’s Theology of the Body. Mrs. LeDoux and her husband, John, are parents of eight children.

Cost PER session : $25.00 per person

If attending ALL THREE sessions: $60.00 per person

Please send in registration and full payment by September 13, 2010
to OFFICE FOR YOUTH MINISTRY,
120 Hill Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588

Please make checks payable to
“Office For Youth Ministry”

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Meeting the challenges of Today!
-Keeping Our Youth grounded

Wednesday September 15, 2010
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588
Tel.: 508-234-03346

6:00 PM -Dinner
7:00 PM-Talk followed by Q & A

Presenter:
Dr.Richard W.Cross is a psychologist in private practice, Catholic father of five, and former high school teacher and college professor. He will speak on several topics relating to the challenges facing Catholic youth, their families and teachers.
Included in these topics are: detecting the early warning signs of trouble in youth….
factors in the family, school, and society that present major emotional and spiritual challenges for youth…. how religious practice and catechesis help address some of these challenges….
the core motivators for youth today, and whether they are fundamentally different from times past.
Community resources will be presented for further information and help.

Cost PER session : $25.00 per person

If attending ALL THREE sessions: $60.00 per person

Please send in registration and full payment by September 13, 2010
to OFFICE FOR YOUTH MINISTRY,
120 Hill Street, Whitinsville, MA 01588

Please make checks payable to
“Office For Youth Ministry”

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The Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies is a Ministry Education program for
Adults in ministry for youth ages 11-18, in both parish and school settings.
It equips leaders with the knowledge, skills and practical tools and techniques
needed for creative and comprehensive youth ministry as outlined in the USCCB document RENEWING THE VISION.

Fee per class is $ 250.00
which includes class, books and materials, 2 continental breakfasts 2 lunches and ongoing hospitality.
If Saturday overnight accommodations are required please make arrangements with the Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry upon registration for the course.All fees are to be paid in advance, one week prior to attending the weekend.Payments are non-refundable however the fee can be transferred to a future class.

All Courses will be held at
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588

Course Schedule
Saturday June 11, 2011 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday June 12, 2011 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Course Instructor: Stephen Tholcke

Course Description:
Skills for Christian Leadership addresses the theories and skills needed for principle centered leadership in ministry. Participants will develop a practical, working understanding of the leadership process. The course stresses the application of leadership skills to various ministry settings, problems, and issues.

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The Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies is a Ministry Education program for
Adults in ministry for youth ages 11-18, in both parish and school settings.
It equips leaders with the knowledge, skills and practical tools and techniques
needed for creative and comprehensive youth ministry as outlined in the USCCB document RENEWING THE VISION.

Fee per class is $ 250.00
which includes class, books and materials, 2 continental breakfasts 2 lunches and ongoing hospitality.
If Saturday overnight accommodations are required please make arrangements with the Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry upon registration for the course.All fees are to be paid in advance, one week prior to attending the weekend.Payments are non-refundable however the fee can be transferred to a future class.

All Courses will be held at
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588

Course Schedule
Saturday February 5, 2011 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday February 6, 2011 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Course Instructor: Mary Harrison

Course Description:
Foundations for Ministry Leadership explores the theology,principles, and practices for effective leadership in Christian ministry. Participants will explore current leadership concepts and approaches as well as Christian perspectives on leadership. Participants will also learn how to empower individuals and teams of leaders for ministry with youth.

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The Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies is a Ministry Education program for
Adults in ministry for youth ages 11-18, in both parish and school settings.
It equips leaders with the knowledge, skills and practical tools and techniques
needed for creative and comprehensive youth ministry as outlined in the USCCB document RENEWING THE VISION.

Fee per class is $ 250.00
which includes class, books and materials, 2 continental breakfasts 2 lunches and ongoing hospitality.
If Saturday overnight accommodations are required please make arrangements with the Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry upon registration for the course.All fees are to be paid in advance, one week prior to attending the weekend.Payments are non-refundable however the fee can be transferred to a future class.

All Courses will be held at
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588

Course Schedule
Saturday November 6, 2010 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday November 7, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Course Instructor: Don Boucher

Course Description:
Practices in Youth Ministry explores the development of comprehensive youth ministry through collaborative sharing of the resources in the community. Rooted in a theological and pastoral vision of community life, this course develops foundational understandings that will assist leaders in setting and implementing a vision for dynamic ministry with youth. This will include skills for advocacy and planning and organizing youth ministry efforts. Methods for collaborative ministries and within ministry teams will also be developed.

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The Certificate in Youth Ministry Studies is a Ministry Education program for
Adults in ministry for youth ages 11-18, in both parish and school settings.
It equips leaders with the knowledge, skills and practical tools and techniques
needed for creative and comprehensive youth ministry as outlined in the USCCB document RENEWING THE VISION.

Fee per class is $ 250.00
which includes class, books and materials, 2 continental breakfasts 2 lunches and ongoing hospitality.
If Saturday overnight accommodations are required please make arrangements with the Diocesan Director of Youth Ministry upon registration for the course.All fees are to be paid in advance, one week prior to attending the weekend.Payments are non-refundable however the fee can be transferred to a future class.

All Courses will be held at
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center
120 Hill Street
Whitinsville, MA 01588

Course Schedule
Saturday August 28, 2010 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday August 29, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Course Instructor: Cheryl Tholcke

Course Description:
Principles of Youth Ministry presents the foundational understandings and principles for developing effective, comprehensive ministry with young and older adolescents. It presents the vision and principles for comprehensive youth ministry and a model for developing youth ministry. These models include developmentally appropriate youth programming that strengthens family life, involves young people as integral members of the faith community, and collaborates with civic organizations in a common effort to promote positive youth development.

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Sunday September 19, 2010
Oakhurst Retreat and Conference Center

facilitated by the Diocesan Office for Youth Ministry Team.

Begins at 11:00 AM
includes Lunch and Hands-on Training sessions
Concludes at 5:00 PM

Fee of $ 35.00 per person covers a wholesome lunch and cost of materials.

This program is designed for 7th grade, 8th grade and High School Youth who are passionate about their Catholic faith, active in their parish, interested in ministering to other teens and are ready to step up to the next level of leadership.

We are looking for youth that are ready to participate in this specially designed leadership training program that will challenge them and give them the tools to minister to their peers.

To Register contact the Office for Youth Ministry
at (508) 234-0346 or by email: ymworcester@hotmail.com