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Workshop 9 True God and True Man Thomistic Institute WEEK 22 1. True God and True Man Objective: Precisely define in what sense is Christ God and man Heresies The Word made flesh A "marvelous exchange" WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 9 OUTPUT Workshops are to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT Pre-Workshop Reflection "The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth." - John 1:14 The Word could do anything, what does it reveal about him that he would become flesh and dwell among us? What does, "God became man so that man could become God," mean to you? As you facilitate Workshop 9's discussion, ponder the truth of Christianity being much more than a moral code, but a spiritual transformation of mortal, fallen human beings into bodily yet eternal creatures born into a divine life.

Workshop 9 The Future of Catholic Schools Bishop Robert Barron – Doctor of Sacred Theology CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO WEEK 27 1. The Future of Catholic Schools (start at 13:40) Objective: Educators will collaborate with educators of other subjects to integrate and witness to a cohesive education. • “The Church doesn’t have a mission, it is a mission” • Catholic schools must have a strong Catholic identity with a distinctive profile • Every department in a Catholic School must be leading the students to see the beauty and ordering of the Creator God who has imbued the world with intelligibility • It is not just the duty of the religion teacher but every teacher to teach morals WORKSHEET

JOB DESCRIPTION OF THE DEAN The Dean of John Paul the Great College, by serving as the lead executive, is necessarily the school’s lead missionary disciple and teacher. While cultivating a vibrant and transformative Catholic culture on campus and in the larger community, the Dean guides the overall operation of the school in fidelity to the Catholic Church and ensures the delivery of a classical Catholic liberal arts education. Qualifications: Master’s degree or Extensive administrative or educational experience. Fluency or familiarity with Spanish is preferred. Experience with or openness to the Liberal Arts. The practice of the Christian Faith. Emotional maturity and a deep openness to Communion with staff and students. Prudent radicality. LEAD MISSIONARY DISCIPLE The chief role of the Dean is to instantiate the school’s distinctive mission rooted in the Catholic faith. The school leader acts, in conjunction with the Chancellor, as a spiritual leader for the school, seeking to live a life of Christian discipleship as a model for teachers and students, while providing opportunities for the entire community to grow more deeply in faith and prayer. THE DEAN ● Promotes the mission of the school by leading all members of the community to “an authentic encounter with the Way, the Truth, and the Life;” ● Demonstrates an ongoing effort and plan to form self, teachers and support staff, and students as disciples of Jesus Christ; ● Ensures that everything taught and done at John Paul the Great College is in conformity with Catholic beliefs and supportive of Catholic mission; ● Cooperates with the Chancellor and Pastor to communicate the Catholic vision of education to parents and form them in this vision; ● Encourages formative experiences for students and members of staff; ● Collaborates with partners in mission, especially Church entities at the parish and diocesan level; ● Communicates with others with prudence, transparency and respect. LEAD TEACHER AND LEARNER Through engaging students in a profound dialogue with the greatest thinkers in the history of Western civilization and by promoting an authentic Catholic culture on campus, John Paul the Great College forms the person intellectually, spiritually, and morally. By encouraging and partaking in this dialogue, the Dean brings teachers and students to a deeper knowledge and love of reality, building a community oriented toward the One who is Truth, ultimately leading to the beatific vision. THE DEAN ● Stewards the vision for Catholic liberal arts education and confirms it is aligned with the Church’s understanding for the holistic formation of the human person in the Catholic intellectual tradition; ● Assesses course outlines and supervises the selection of curricular materials; ● Provides or coordinates professional development for teachers and support staff; ● Supervises the implementation of Board-approved curriculum; ● Assists in the process of providing accommodations for the needs of students; ● Works with others to develop, implement and celebrate a distinctly Catholic culture through the primacy of the Eucharist, prayer, devotions, music, artwork and celebrations of feasts; ● Engages government and external partners; ● Promotes student life, community service, and social outreach. EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP It is the responsibility of the Dean to collaborate with the entire school community in close dialogue with the Chancellor and parish team/local board to effectively manage and align the school’s systems, operations, and resources to fulfill the mission of transformation through education. The Dean: ● Reports to the Chancellor (the Board Chair) who ensures mission fidelity. The Chancellor, in turn, reports to the Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish; ● Serves as a voting member of the Board of Directors; ● Screens for mission-alignment while coordinating the hiring process; ● Assigns the teaching of classes and other duties to well-suited members of staff; ● Suspends and dismisses teachers and staff, when necessary; ● Informs the Chancellor and Board of key issues and events, especially those that pose challenges and opportunities for the school’s distinctive Catholic liberal arts identity; ● Oversees school systems and operations including: ○ Daily operations ○ Student discipline ○ Student and staff recruitment ○ Scheduling ○ Chair faculty and staff meetings ○ Maintenance of records ○ Implementation of college handbook ○ Monitor student and staff conduct and performance ○ Communications ○ External relations ○ Commencement ○ Alumni relations ○ Development work ○ Program assessment ○ Propose to Board new programs or significant program modifications ○ Safety and security ○ Care of physical plant and resources ○ Long-term planning and institutional memory ○ Prepare annual budget for Board approval ○ Delegation of roles and responsibilities, (while financial management is always to remain the responsibility of the Dean). CONTACT US Interested parties can contact Fr. Beau Schweitzer, SOLT. chancellor@jpii.edu.bz

Workshop 12 Fruits of the Spirit Bishop Robert Barron WEEK 31 1. Fruits of the Spirit Objective: Identify and explain the fruits of the Holy Spirit Defining the fruits of the Holy Spirit How they help us to make decisions in life Where to obtain the gifts of the Holy Spirit WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 12 OUTPUT Workshops are to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT Pre-Workshop Reflection "The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against such things. And those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. If we live by the Spirit, let us also be guided by the Spirit." Galations 5:22-25 Which fruit of the spirit do you desire the most? Which one do you appreciate in others the most? How do you get these fruits to manifest themselves in your life? How would your school change if more of these fruits were made present each day? As you facilitate Workshop 12's discussion, ponder the gift of the Holy Spirit and the freedom of living by the fruits of the spirit rather than by passing emotions and sinful desires.

Workshop 10 Male and female staff separated Knights of Columbus | Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE MEN WEEK 20 1. Why Strong Fathers Are So Needed Objective: Male school staff will persevere in the call to be loving and present fathers to their children. • A spiritual leader for one's family • The effects of internet usage on children • The provider and protecter of wife and children WORKSHEET CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WOMEN WEEK 20 1. Living Fearlessly Objective: Female staff will start a healing process from trauma and isolation. • Earth is not neutral territory • The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair • Addiction as a trauma response WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 10 OUTPUT Workshop to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. Male Staff What is the role of fathers in our culture today? Why do so many children grow up without their father in their home? What can we do now to help young men prepare to be good fathers? Think about the effect fathers who are present have on children, especially boys, and ways we can prepare young men to be faithful and loving fathers. Write a paragraph on the issues of fatherhood today and how they can be improved. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT Female Staff As a woman how have you been hurt? Have you ever tried to heal trauma alcohol, drugs, or porn? Every human being since Adam and Eve has suffered trauma from sin in the world and desires to be healed. Do you want to be well? Reflect on Sr. Miriam's talk and how it made you feel. Write a brief reflection on if/how this workshop has deepened your understanding of femininity and our need to strive toward greatness despite pain. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT The Library Fatherhood Fearless Healing The Father Irreplaceable Role at Welcoming Life How to: Keep the Family Safe online How to be Trauma Informed and Why it is Absolutely Necessary, by YoungCatholicWoman 4 Essential Catholic Resources for Healing and Wholeness The Masculinity Crisis: Matt Fradd Three Levels of Healing (And Where to Start)

Workshop 1 Let Jesus be your Teacher, from a homily for Catholic Schools Week Rev. Patrick R. Schultz WEEK 1 1. Let Jesus Be Your Teacher Objective: Teachers will discuss Jesus as the greatest teacher of humanity Jesus' teaching authority Humanity's desire for freedom and for truth The importance of Catholic schools WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 1 OUTPUT Workshops are to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT Pre-Workshop Reflection "When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:" - Matthew 5:1-2 What does Jesus do when he sees crowds following him? Why does he first go up the mountain? Why does he sit with the crowds as he teaches? How has God been a teacher to you? How has he shared his passion for teaching with you? As you facilitate Workshop 1's discussion, ponder the mystery of God Himself taking on the role of teacher and His desire to share this ministry with you and your colleagues.

Workshop 7 The Fonts of Morality Fr. Thomas Petri, O.P., S.T.D. – President of the Dominican House of Studies CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO WEEK 17 1. The Fonts of Morality Objective: Educators will aspire to living out the Christian moral life with intentionality. • The three components of every human action. • What makes an action morally good? WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 7 OUTPUT Workshop to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. Has this workshop changed how you think of morality? Will you consider more carefully the moral weight of certain decisions before making a choice? Do you agree with the video? Did you already know everything presented in this video? Briefly explain what this video has meant to you. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT The library Want to learn more? Here are some resources for this week's workshop! The Summa Theologiae: Question 18 Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics Catechism of the Catholic Church: 1750 The morality of human acts depends on: - the object chosen; - the end in view or the intention; - the circumstances of the action. The object, the intention, and the circumstances make up the "sources," or constitutive elements, of the morality of human acts. 1751 The object chosen is a good toward which the will deliberately directs itself. It is the matter of a human act. the object chosen morally specifies the act of the will, insofar as reason recognizes and judges it to be or not to be in conformity with the true good. Objective norms of morality express the rational order of good and evil, attested to by conscience. 1752 In contrast to the object, the intention resides in the acting subject. Because it lies at the voluntary source of an action and determines it by its end, intention is an element essential to the moral evaluation of an action. the end is the first goal of the intention and indicates the purpose pursued in the action. the intention is a movement of the will toward the end: it is concerned with the goal of the activity. It aims at the good anticipated from the action undertaken. Intention is not limited to directing individual actions, but can guide several actions toward one and the same purpose; it can orient one's whole life toward its ultimate end. For example, a service done with the end of helping one's neighbor can at the same time be inspired by the love of God as the ultimate end of all our actions. One and the same action can also be inspired by several intentions, such as performing a service in order to obtain a favor or to boast about it. 1753 A good intention (for example, that of helping one's neighbor) does not make behavior that is intrinsically disordered, such as lying and calumny, good or just. the end does not justify the means. Thus the condemnation of an innocent person cannot be justified as a legitimate means of saving the nation. On the other hand, an added bad intention (such as vainglory) makes an act evil that, in and of itself, can be good (such as almsgiving).39 1754 The circumstances, including the consequences, are secondary elements of a moral act. They contribute to increasing or diminishing the moral goodness or evil of human acts (for example, the amount of a theft). They can also diminish or increase the agent's responsibility (such as acting out of a fear of death). Circumstances of themselves cannot change the moral quality of acts themselves; they can make neither good nor right an action that is in itself evil. 1755 A morally good act requires the goodness of the object, of the end, and of the circumstances together. An evil end corrupts the action, even if the object is good in itself (such as praying and fasting "in order to be seen by men"). The object of the choice can by itself vitiate an act in its entirety. There are some concrete acts - such as fornication - that it is always wrong to choose, because choosing them entails a disorder of the will, that is, a moral evil. 1756 It is therefore an error to judge the morality of human acts by considering only the intention that inspires them or the circumstances (environment, social pressure, duress or emergency, etc.) which supply their context. There are acts which, in and of themselves, independently of circumstances and intentions, are always gravely illicit by reason of their object; such as blasphemy and perjury, murder and adultery. One may not do evil so that good may result from it.

Workshop 3 Conversion in Modern Culture Dr. Ryan Hanning, PhD. - Franciscan University of Steubenville CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 8 1. The Relationship Between Culture and Conversion Objective: Teachers will evaluate the crisis in our culture today. • Meaning of the term “culture” • The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair • The need to engage the culture in order to bring back lost virtue WORKSHEET WEEK 9 2. Conversion and Culture Meet Within the Family Objective: Teachers will evaluate the crisis in our culture today. • Meaning of the term “culture” • The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair • The need to engage the culture in order to bring back lost virtue CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WORKSHEET WEEK 10 3. Faith and Reason Together Form Culture and Foster Conversion Objective: Teachers will evaluate the crisis in our culture today. • Meaning of the term “culture” • The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair • The need to engage the culture in order to bring back lost virtue CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WORKSHEET WEEK 11 4. Learning What it means to be Human Objective: Teachers will evaluate the crisis in our culture today. • Meaning of the term “culture” • The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair • The need to engage the culture in order to bring back lost virtue CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WORKSHEET WEEK 12 5. What is Good, Beautiful, and True in the Culture Objective: Teachers will evaluate the crisis in our culture today. • Meaning of the term “culture” • The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair • The need to engage the culture in order to bring back lost virtue CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 3 OUTPUT Workshop to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting within two weeks of completion of the workshop. How has your culture formed you? Did your family have its own micro-culture? Is a culture always good? What part did the Church play in your community culture? Reflect on the importance of culture and its relationship with religion. Write a 200 word reflection on if/how this workshop has deepened your understanding of culture. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT

The English concentration at John Paul the Great College aims to form students into better readers, writers, and speakers of the English language. OUR ENGLISH CONCENTRATION Download as PDF In a world of diverse thought exchange and international communication, it is more important than ever to be able to express yourself. Our English program seeks to enhance reading, writing, and speaking skills in our students, setting them on the path to engaging with the true, good, and beautiful. Course Sequence August Program: ENED101 PCE Outdoor Leadership Adventure Pre-College English Intensive Semester 1: HUM101 TRIV101 THEO101 PHIL101 LATIN101 ENG232 Greco-Roma n Roots of Western Civilization Grammar The Word of God Introduction to Philosophy Latin I: Elementary I Creative Writing Semester 2: HUM102 TRIV102 THEO102 MATH101 LATIN102 ENG220 Middle Ages to Enlightenment Logic Theology of Christ and the Sacraments Euclidean Geometry Latin: Elementary II Spanish & Belizean Literature Summer Internship Semester 3: HIST101 ART/MUS201 THEO201 PHIL102 ENG250 ENG210 World History and Geography Art or Music Appreciation The Life of Grace Philosophy of Nature and Man British Literature Survey Advanced College Composition Semester 4: HUM202 THEO202 PHIL201 TRIV201 ENG227 COM230 COM256 Belizean Studies Theology of the Body Ethics Rhetoric Fundamentals of Linguistics Communication for Mass Media or Media Analysis Total Credits: 73

The Classics concentration at John Paul the Great College is a deepening of the student's natural desire for the truth. OUR CLASSICS CONCENTRATION Download as PDF “A cultivated intellect, because it is good in itself, brings with it a power and a grace to every work and occupation which it undertakes.” (St. John Henry Newman ) Classical education seeks to form the whole person, to dive deep into the best of what humanity has offered us throughout the ages. Our Classics program is for the students who are interested in what it means to be human. From Latin, philosophy, and history to biology, mathematics, and fine arts, our students will have gained a well-rounded view of the world in which they live. An expansion of our liberal arts core, this concentration develops free persons passionate about seeking truth. This empowers them to have great influence in any field they decide to pursue. Course Sequence August Program: ENED101 PCE Outdoor Leadership Adventure Pre-College English Intensive Semester 1: HUM101 TRIV101 THEO101 PHIL101 LATIN101 SCI101 Greco-Roma n Roots of Western Civilization Grammar The Word of God Introduction to Philosophy Latin: Elementary I Biology I Semester 2: HUM102 TRIV102 THEO102 MATH101 LATIN102 SCI201 Middle Ages to Enlightenment Logic Theology of Christ and the Sacraments Euclidean Geometry Latin: Elementary II Biology II Summer Internship Semester 3: HIST101 ART/MUS201 THEO201 PHIL102 LATIN201 MATH201 World History and Geography Art or Music Appreciation The Life of Grace Philosophy of Nature and Man Latin: Intermediate I Euclidean Geometry II Semester 4: HUM202 THEO202 PHIL201 TRIV201 SCI102 ENG260 Belizean Studies Theology of the Body Ethics Rhetoric Astronomy Modern Literature Total Credits: 73

Workshop 2 The Kerygma Dr. Chris Burgwald, STD WEEK 2 1. The Proclamation of the Good News Objective: Teachers will be introduced to the kerygma and how it is good news for all Define the word kerygma How to succinctly articulate the "good news" How the good news applies to all WORKSHEET WEEK 3 2. Jesus - The Christ Objective: To identify Jesus as the promised "Messiah" and how He is the true king of Israel Meaning of the word Christ Relate Jesus to the Old Testament prophets Consequences of Jesus being the messiah WORKSHEET WEEK 4 3. The Center is Jesus Objective: Demonstrate how Jesus' life and the redemption He brings is central to the good news What Jesus life shows us The redemption brought through Christ How our everyday lives become sources of our own redemption WORKSHEET WEEK 5 4. The Resurrection Objective: Discuss exactly what the resurrection was, what it says about Christ, and what it means for us What happened in the resurrection Proof of Jesus' divinity and the redemption of humanity The hope and promise we now have WORKSHEET WEEK 6 5. Jesus is Lord Objective: Look into the lordship of Christ What "lord" means The danger it was and is to call Jesus "Lord" The submission that is owed to the Lord WORKSHEET WEEK 7 6. The Love of the Father Objective: Explore the grandeur of what the Father has brought us into, what He saved us for What we are saved from and what we are saved for The depths of the Father's love The freedom and joy we are called into everyday WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 2 OUTPUT Workshops are to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT Pre-Workshop Reflection "All of us once lived among them in the passions of our flesh, following the desires of flesh and senses, and were by nature children of wrath, like everyone else. But God, who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which he loved us even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ - by grace you have been saved - and raised us up with him and seated us with him in the heavenly places in Christ Jesus" - Ephesians 2:3-6 Who once lived according to their fallen nature? What did God do about it? Why? Where has God placed us? How have you been raised with Christ in your life? Who will go to those who are still perishing? As you facilitate Workshop 2's discussion, ponder the mercy God desires to pour on humanity and his desire to raise us up in Christ to be with him in heaven.

Workshop 6 The Natural Law Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P., S.T.D., - Director of the Thomistic Institute CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO WEEK 17 1. The Natural Law Objective: Educators will interpret the laws of nature and express their relation to laws of morality. • The Natural Law is that which is imprinted in all creatures, which leads things toward their proper ends • Humans have a higher, spiritual nature which allows us to make choices outside of our natural end • Human laws must be in accord with the Natural Law WORKSHEET