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Workshop 2 You Are Called to Be a Prophet Bishop Robert Barron – Doctor of Sacred Theology CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO WEEK 7: You Are Called to be a Prophet Objective: Teachers will persevere in the call to love one another through difficulties. • The mission of all to witness to love • How to be a prophet to those around you who don’t believe in morals • You’re not called to be successful, but you are called to be a faithful prophet of the Divine love WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 2 OUTPUT Workshop to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting within two weeks of completion of the workshop. How did you previously see your role as a baptized person? What did you think was your greatest calling in life? Did this workshop change you? Do you agree with the message of this workshop? Write a 200 word essay on the above questions. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT

Workshop 4 Overview of Scripture The Bible Project WEEK 9 1. Genesis 1-11 Objective: Understand God's plan for creation and humanity as well as the fall and its consequences The original plan for humanity The fall of man and its consequences The promise of a redeemer WORKSHEET WEEK 10 2. Genesis 12-50 Objective: Follow the path of Abraham and the chosen people of Israel and the covenants God made with them The promises made to Abraham Covenants God's faithfulness to a rebellious people WORKSHEET WEEK 11 3. Exodus 1-18 Objective: Tell the story of God saving Israel from slavery Moses and the 10 plagues The Passover Salvation WORKSHEET WEEK 12 4. Exodus 19-40 Objective: Discuss the Mosaic covenant and its connection to Christ and us today The Law from Mt. Sinai God's presence in the tabernacle The intercession of Moses WORKSHEET WEEK 13 5. 1 & 2 Samuel* Objective: Understand the Davidic Covenant and its foreshadowing of the Kingdom of God in Christ The person of David Virtues of humility and the vice of presumption Faithfulness to God amid unfaithful leaders *please watch both the 1 Samuel and 2 Samuel videos WORKSHEET WEEK 14 6. New Testament - Gospel of Luke Objective: Explore the connection and fulfillment of the Old Testament in the person of Jesus and the apostles Christ the priest-king The New Testament is a continuation of the Old Our lives swept into the same narrative Please watch both videos: Luke 1-9 and Luke 10-24. WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 4 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 "Indeed the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing until it divides soul from soul, joints from marrow; it is able to judge the thoughts and intentions of the heart." - Hebrews 4:12 How sharp is the word of God? How have you encountered scripture in your life? What role has the Word of God played in your relationship with Christ? How is God inviting you to share his Word? As you facilitate Workshop 4's discussion, ponder the power of God's word and its ability to transform hearts.

Workshop 8 - women Femininity Sisters of Life CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO WEEK 26 1. Seeing Reality: The Contemplative Outlook Objective: Female teachers will bond together through recognizing in themselves and each other the value of womanhood. • Recognizing ourselves as wonderful in the eyes of God • How to find peace through seeing all people as a reflection of the Creator • Women often find their own worth when seen and loved by another - how to show other women their inherent dignity WORKSHEET

Workshop 3 Separate Formations for Male and Female Staff Knights of Columbus | Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO Male Staff WEEK 8 1. Leadership Objective: Teachers will evaluate the crisis of leadership in the world today. • Meaning of the term “leadership” • The crisis of leadership bringing with it division and despair • The need to engage with life in order to bring back lost virtue WORKSHEET Female Staff WEEK 8 1. Receptivity and Feminine Identity Objective: Teachers will reevaluate what it means to be a woman. • Meaning of the term “receptivity” • The fear of being receptive and open. • Women as the link between others and God. CLICK TO PLAY VIDEO WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 3 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 Before this workshop, how did you view men's role in society and family? What do you think now? Is a spiritual leader necessary for a family? If so, should this role fall upon the father? Reflect on leadership and how you've seen leadership effect you in your life. Write a short reflection. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT Female Staff How has your culture formed you in what it means to be a woman? What does receptivity mean to you? As a woman with the innate ability to bear children, how does this relate you to God? Reflect on the importance of receptive femininity and a woman's relationship with God. Write a brief reflection on if/how this workshop has deepened your understanding of femininity. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT

The Theology & Catechetics concentration at John Paul the Great College provides students with a deep look into the study of God and the Catholic faith. OUR THEOLOGY & CATECHETICS CONCENTRATION Download as PDF “Catholic theology, taught in a manner faithful to Scripture, Tradition, and the Church’s Magisterium, provides an awareness of the Gospel principles which will enrich the meaning of human life and give it a new dignity.” (Ex Corde Ecclesiae, 20). Our Theology and Catechetics program is the first of its kind in the nation. Our mission is to introduce students to Catholic theology as an exercise in “faith seeking understanding.” We look to prepare students for teaching, parish work, youth ministry, and missionary activity. Course Sequence August Program: ENED101 PCE Outdoor Leadership Adventure Pre-College English Intensive Semester 1: HUM101 TRIV101 THEO101 PHIL101 LATIN101 THEO 210 Greco-Roman Roots of Western Civilization Grammar The Word of God Introduction to Philosophy Latin: Elementary I Christian Moral Living Semester 2: HUM102 TRIV102 THEO102 MATH101 LATIN 102 THEO220 Middle Ages to Enlightenment Logic Theology of Christ and the Sacraments Euclidean Geometry Latin: Elementary II The Word of God II HIST101 ART/MUS201 THEO201 PHIL102 CAT205 THEO215 Summer Internship CAT250 Catechetics Internship, 6 credits Semester 3: World History and Geography Art or Music Appreciation The Life of Grace Philosophy of Nature and Man Scriptural Catechesis Ecclesiology Semester 4: HUM202 THEO202 PHIL201 TRIV201 CAT220 CAT240 Belizean Studies Theology of the Body Ethics Rhetoric Life of Prayer Youth Ministry Methods Total Credits: 79

Objective: Teachers will recognize the purpose of all Catholic schools is to form virtuous students and will take time to consider how they would like to be part of that mission. • Overview of the whole workshop • The uniqueness of a Catholic education in forming virtuous people • Encountering the living God Workshop 1 The Preventive System of St. John Bosco Fr. Lou Molinelli, SDB, MA in Sacred Scripture - Director of Archbishop Shaw High School CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 1 1. The Life of Don Bosco Objective: Teachers will recognize the purpose of all Catholic schools is to form virtuous students and will take time to consider how they would like to be part of that mission. • The mission of a Catholic school. • The uniqueness of a Catholic education in forming virtuous people • Encountering the living God WORKSHEET CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 2 2. The First Pillar: Reason Objective: Teachers will understand why Catholic schools exist and how to encourage virtue among students and staff. • Two systems of education: the repressive and the preventive. • The three pillars of the preventive system. • How to encourage virtuous behavior in your school through reason. WORKSHEET CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 3 3. The Second Pillar: Religion Objective: Recognize each student’s value in the eyes of God and strive to instill them ever deeper desire for the sacraments. • Where religion fits in the school setting. • How to discipline in love with effect. • The need for easy accessibility to the Holy Eucharist and the sacrament of reconciliation WORKSHEET CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 4 4. The Third Pillar: Loving-Kindness Objective: Educators will discuss the importance of showing loving-kindness to their students. • What loving-kindness looks like. • The difficulties in loving students well. WORKSHEET CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 5 5. Loving-Kindness Through Active Presence and Accompaniment Objective: Educators will be actively accompany their students through their difficulties. • The great influence of teachers over students. • How to accompany students during their lunch breaks to bear witness and give them the stability they need. WORKSHEET CATECHETICAL INSTITUTE WEEK 6 6. Discipline Objective: Educators will come to a greater understanding for the proper use of discipline. • The proper time and place for punishments. • The young's need for attention and praise. WORKSHEET WORKSHOP 1 OUTPUT Workshop to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program. Before taking this workshop how did you view the mission of your school and your personal mission as a teacher or staff at a Catholic school? Did you agree with this workshop's three-pillar system of education? Now, after completing this workshop, how do you view education and your personal mission toward your students? Considering the above questions, write a 200 word reflection on if/how this workshop has affected the way you view your personal mission in your Catholic school. OUTPUT ASSIGNMENT

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

"Catholic education aims not only to communicate facts, but also to transmit a coherent, comprehensive vision of life, in the conviction that the truths contained in that vision liberate students in the most profound meaning of human freedom." - St. John Paul II - ABOUT VALUES Formation Program is a resource for Catholic schools of Belize to empower teachers and staff with a fuller understanding and appreciation of the values of the Catholic Faith. In order that educators may better assist their students in the pursuit of wisdom and virtue, the program consists of online classes and workshops to be completed together by teachers and staff weekly during the academic year. VALUES is an online resource offered through John Paul the Great College in Benque Viejo. "The Catholic VALUES formation workshop is transformative, expanding my perspective on the significance of integrating faith into every aspect of my life. it illuminates the notion that my greatest calling extends beyond personal piety to include fostering compassion, justice, and community in my professional sphere. This newfound understanding profoundly influences my approach to teaching, inspiring me to prioritize the holistic development of my students and instill a sense of moral responsibility within them." - Values participant - Get started Is your school interested in joining the VALUES program and empowering your teachers with the eternal teachings of the Church? Check out our program today or message us with questions!

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