Until then...
Easter Blessings,
Dione
Thursday, April 29, 2010
NCCL...Day Three
By Tuesday, I was actually tired. For those of you who do not know me, it is an anomaly! I guess the doctor was right about taking my iron, huh?
Anyway..I did not attend the General Session because my DH who lost his job (after almost 17 years) in February had an interview. It didn't pan out, but I think I'm okay with that. Vegas is nice to visit, right? Anyway, he did make a contact here in LA that may result in yet another interview. Please keep him in your prayers.
So...I mosied on in in time for my first session a little late:
Speaking of Sr. Rose's blog...I wish I had done a little more research-no offense to Google-but I would rather have had a WordPress blog. Look for an address change in the coming months!
After lunch with some friends a made there, it was time for the Roundtables. Now, the way this works is you walk into the Platinum Ballroom and there are like 65 tables set-up around the room. During the Roundtables, 50 of these tables are occupied by individuals who lead a group discussion on their chosen topic. Normally, you participate in one session for each of the two time frames given- 1:00 and 1:40.
Of course...they don't know ME. I simply walked around and politely (I am from the South after all) asked if I could have a copy of the handouts. Here is what I was able to bring back (some speakers were gone by the time I made it to the table):
Even though she wasn't there, I also picked up Lisa Hendey's book, The Handbook for Catholic Moms.
We attended another meeting solely for Diocesan Staff where I picked up a few new ideas on Alternative RE Models.
After that, we ate, played, and danced at the Sadlier Event. Check out pictures on my Twitter.
Anyway..I did not attend the General Session because my DH who lost his job (after almost 17 years) in February had an interview. It didn't pan out, but I think I'm okay with that. Vegas is nice to visit, right? Anyway, he did make a contact here in LA that may result in yet another interview. Please keep him in your prayers.
So...I mosied on in in time for my first session a little late:
- Media Mindfulness: Faith-based strategies for navigating media cultures with the NDC by Sr. Rose Pacatte
Speaking of Sr. Rose's blog...I wish I had done a little more research-no offense to Google-but I would rather have had a WordPress blog. Look for an address change in the coming months!
After lunch with some friends a made there, it was time for the Roundtables. Now, the way this works is you walk into the Platinum Ballroom and there are like 65 tables set-up around the room. During the Roundtables, 50 of these tables are occupied by individuals who lead a group discussion on their chosen topic. Normally, you participate in one session for each of the two time frames given- 1:00 and 1:40.
Of course...they don't know ME. I simply walked around and politely (I am from the South after all) asked if I could have a copy of the handouts. Here is what I was able to bring back (some speakers were gone by the time I made it to the table):
- A Morality Lock-in Retreat for 8th Grade Faith Formation Students by Ginger Marlin and Cheryl Dawley, St. Gregory the Great Parish, San Diego Diocese
- Pre-K and Special Needs by Christine Ramirez, St. Andrew the Apostle Sierra Vista Parish, Sierra Vista, AZ
- Mystagogy for Children by Dr. Marianne Slattery, St. Noel Parish, Diocese of Cleveland (Participated)
- Lighting the Fire: Using a Whole-Group Gathering to Kick-Off Weekly PSR Classes in a Fun, Energetic Way by Jennifer Truitt, St. Oliver Plunkett Parish, Archdiocese of Atlanta (Participated)
- Preschool Catechist Formation Course by Pamela Hoover, St. Catherine LaBoure Parish, Diocese of San Diego (this one was for Jan)
Even though she wasn't there, I also picked up Lisa Hendey's book, The Handbook for Catholic Moms.
We attended another meeting solely for Diocesan Staff where I picked up a few new ideas on Alternative RE Models.
After that, we ate, played, and danced at the Sadlier Event. Check out pictures on my Twitter.
NCCL...Day Two
Day Two began with a challenging Opening Keynote by Fr. Allan Figueroa Deck, SJ immediately followed by the OSV Brunch (yum!). After that, I FINALLY got to shop!!!
The Exhibit Hall provided a great opportunity to catch up on folks I hadn't seen (or missed) since Congress last month. I made a few new contacts, like Becky Eldredge. Check out her blog Everything Is Holy Now.
Somehow, I managed to get involved in the General Session that followed our time in the Exhibit Hall. I was honored to be asked to participate in Dr. Carole Eipers' WONDERFUL session, "Oasis or Mirage: Place Your Bets." (Sponsored by Sadlier) It was funny, lively, and very thought provoking. I will post a copy of the poem I read by John O'Donohue when I find the thing! I know I gave one copy to a lady I met there, but I thought I had another one...I'll check at home later today.
After a break and another jaunt into the Exhibit Hall (I shudder when I think of the bills in the pile of mail I am currently IGNORING), I attended the following Learning Session:
And so ended my second day at NCCL. Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ.
The Exhibit Hall provided a great opportunity to catch up on folks I hadn't seen (or missed) since Congress last month. I made a few new contacts, like Becky Eldredge. Check out her blog Everything Is Holy Now.
Somehow, I managed to get involved in the General Session that followed our time in the Exhibit Hall. I was honored to be asked to participate in Dr. Carole Eipers' WONDERFUL session, "Oasis or Mirage: Place Your Bets." (Sponsored by Sadlier) It was funny, lively, and very thought provoking. I will post a copy of the poem I read by John O'Donohue when I find the thing! I know I gave one copy to a lady I met there, but I thought I had another one...I'll check at home later today.
After a break and another jaunt into the Exhibit Hall (I shudder when I think of the bills in the pile of mail I am currently IGNORING), I attended the following Learning Session:
- Connect, Awaken, and Share: Practical Ideas to Engage Parents in the Faith Formation of Their Children by Tom McGrath and Joellyn Ciciarelli (Loyola Press)
- This was a condensed version of their typically 3 hour long workshop.
And so ended my second day at NCCL. Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ.
Back in the office...new posts going up!
I returned to the office TODAY for the first time since NCCL (remember, I said I was part-time??). I will begin copying and pasting and scanning my notes and handouts asap. I hope to have everything available by Tuesday, May 4, 2010.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Our Sunday Visitor Reception
We ended Day One at NCCL with the Our Sunday Visitor (OSV) Reception. The food was great, the drinks were free (I had my usual Shirley Temple), and the people watching was fun! I will upload pictures when I get to a faster Internet connection.
Wait till you see the chocolate fountain...Yum!
Wait till you see the chocolate fountain...Yum!
NCPD & NCOD
After my pretzel lunch (not as good as my husband's homemade pretzels, of course), I avoided the slot machines and made my way to my next workshop. Sadly, I was THE ONLY PERSON for whom these three wonderful ladies presented their workshop. What does THAT SAY about the state of things, my brothers and sisters in Christ?
My thanks to: Susan Perrault (NCPD Board Member), Janice Benton (Executive Director of NCPD), and Mary O'Meara (Executive Director of the Archdiocese of Washington's Special Needs Ministries).
My greatly abbreviated notes. I had NO ADD problems in this one, btw, but there is simply too much to post here...
Jargon, Acronyms, and More...Oh, my!
My thanks to: Susan Perrault (NCPD Board Member), Janice Benton (Executive Director of NCPD), and Mary O'Meara (Executive Director of the Archdiocese of Washington's Special Needs Ministries).
My greatly abbreviated notes. I had NO ADD problems in this one, btw, but there is simply too much to post here...
Jargon, Acronyms, and More...Oh, my!
- The Deaf Person in the Life of the Church
- NCPD & UCSSB
- NICE
- IREP (Individualized Religious Education Program)
- "A Place to Call Home"
- Role of the Archdiocesan Special Needs Contact (I asked for their assistance on this one)
- Prenatal Diagnosis
- What does a Special Needs friendly parish look like?
- Vulnerable Populations
- Universal Design in Ministry
NACMP "Using Media and Technology in Ministry"
My first workshop started at 9am on Sunday. I arrived at 9:15am, but I left my house at 4:45am; so, I think I made pretty good time overall.
Here are my notes and from that fabulous presentation by Eric Groth without all the fancy editing options of MS OneNote. I had to edit some stuff out; so, if something interests you, drop me a line. Please keep in mind that I am ADD and shiny things tend to distract me and my mind has a tendency to wander.. :-):
Where was I...oh, yeah:
Here are my notes and from that fabulous presentation by Eric Groth without all the fancy editing options of MS OneNote. I had to edit some stuff out; so, if something interests you, drop me a line. Please keep in mind that I am ADD and shiny things tend to distract me and my mind has a tendency to wander.. :-):
Where was I...oh, yeah:
- Music, video, etc. are just tools
- Most important thing is having a relation experience with the living God
- What I think will have an impact vs. what actually makes an impact; Look to the guidance of the Holy Spirit
- RESEARCH: Cultivation Ministries
- INTEGRATE INTO MY WORKSHOPS: "You can't just sit there" (Larry Walters the "Lawnchair Man")
- "Preach the gospel at all times. If necessary use words"
- GOOGLE: Stooge4Christ
- READ: JPII "The Rapid Development to Those Responsible for Communications"
- FIND AND PILFER: "Theology after Google" (workshops are available for download for FREE)
- Why integrate media into ministry experiences? a) Media is a cultural language; b) Use relevant tools; c) It's not really that difficult to do; d) If it goes viral, millions of people could be impacted by it; e) for the sake of the gospel and the salvation of our souls, people deserve our best efforts; f) Media can be created and utilized to draw people into church experiences.
NCCL Day One
My first day at NCCL was Sunday, April 18. I attended two workshops, met some great people, witnessed Fr. David as a Celebrant FOR THE FIRST TIME, and ate some really good food at the evening reception.
Oh, what a hard day it was!
Oh, what a hard day it was!
Another resolution accomplished!
I did it! Mark this another New Year's Resolution that I actually completed. Check back weekly, or as I bug you, to see what's going on in the world of Elementary Religious Education in the Archdiocese of Los Angles.
Don't forget...I only work part-time; so, I probably won't blog more frequently than once per week...unless something comes up!
God's blessings to you all,
Dione
Dione L. Grillo
Elementary Consultant
Office of Religious Education
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
Don't forget...I only work part-time; so, I probably won't blog more frequently than once per week...unless something comes up!
God's blessings to you all,
Dione
Dione L. Grillo
Elementary Consultant
Office of Religious Education
Archdiocese of Los Angeles
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