This workshop will present an overview of civil law as it affects ministry in the Church. It will discuss tort law; law of negligence; the rights and responsibilities of bishops, parishes, pastors, pastoral councils and boards; the rights and responsibilities of DREs, Youth Ministers as well as other parish sponsored ministries; supervision of parish programs and Catholic Schools; and the rights and responsibilities of students and parents. (4 hours) If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

In today’s world, children and youth live in a media-saturated, technological era in which the Internet, YouTube, Google and texting have always existed. Their “world” is often far removed from that of most teachers and parish catechists, and their experiences of technology and media are altering the learning process and redefining the methods by which we pass on our faith. This course will explore the basic principles of media literacy and how to make effective use of new technologies in teaching the truths of the Catholic faith. (4 hours) ) If you have any questions, please contact the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis at (512) 949-2464.

En este curso descubriremos cómo nosotros mismos a veces nos convertimos en agentes que crean conflictos innecesarios. También aprenderemos diferentes estrategias para trabajar con personas “difíciles” y cómo abordar el conflicto sin confrontación. (4 horas) Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con la Oficina de Evangelización y Catequesis al (512) 949-2461.