We are in St. Louis whose arch was a gateway to the west... In his dedication speech, Hubert Humphrey proclaimed the arch “a soaring curve in the sky that links the rich heritage of yesterday with the richer future of tomorrow” and brings a “new purpose” and a “new sense of urgency…".

New Evangelization… “new in its ardor, methods and expression”, A “Gateway to Mission“… grounded in our “rich heritage of yesterday” with new “ardor, methods and expression”. creating a “richer future of tomorrow” where the people of God have “renewed energy and confidence in their faith rooted in a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ, an increased knowledge of the Faith, a greater participation in the sacramental life of the Church, and a stronger commitment to be active disciples.” (USCCB Strategic Plan)

Energize! Monday: Sherry Weddell, Forming Intentional Disciples

Forum Meetings: DCL Forums Panel of presenters, including Sherry Weddell, Sr. Margaret Kuntz, Peter Murphy, D.Min, and Jonathan Sullivan will offer comments and insights to help the forum members to process the Monday keynote, apply it to their ministries and network among themselves. PCL Forum Being and forming better disciple-teachers and servant-leaders by Jared Dees, author of 31 Days to Becoming a Better Religious Educator

Energize your evening! Publisher Round Robins (showcases) Province meetings FCH meeting and reception Facilitated Conversation on AFF Energizing, Evangelizing, Catechizing in the Rural Context 20s and 30s - Let's Talk! Movie, "Purgatory: The Forgotten Church" “What's on your mind?” Speak to the Board

Evangelize! Intercultural Technology Young Adults Tuesday: Alejandro Aguilera-Titus, USCCB Secretariat for Cultural Diversity in the Church Daniella Zsupan-Jerome, Distance Learning Systems, Loyola Institute for Ministry. Fr. Paul Marshall, SM, University of Dayton rector; high school chaplain

Evangelizing focus! Learning Sessions 100s Retreat experience sponsored by OSV Quick Fire 2014: Rapid Resources Learning Sessions 200s "Strong Catholic Families" meeting Rosary Sadlier Event

Catechize! Catechumenal model … inspiration for all catechesis Wednesday: Dorothy Mensah-Aggrey, University of Dayton Mary Birmingham, author of Year-Round Catechumenate

Catechizing insights! Learning Sessions 300s Awards Luncheon Sacrament of Reconciliation Learning Sessions 400s Celebration of the Eucharist Adoration of the Eucharist after Mass, 1 hour FCH meeting

Moving Forward! Thursday: Tom Corcoran co-author of Rebuilt: Awakening the Faithful, Reaching the Lost, and Making Church Matter and Chris Wesley, Director of Student Ministry at Church of the Nativity

Post-Conference: Option 1 Tom Corcoran and Chris Wesley focus on Moving Members from Consumers to Contributors How you can practically move people to contribute to the mission of the church. With practical questions regarding the recruitment, training, and education of catechists/facilitators for the various age levels within the philosophy and mission of the parish. Delving deeper into how parents and families are engaged in catechesis And discussing practical steps for moving the parish forward

Post-Conference: Option 2 Now What Do I Say? By Joanne M. Cahoon, DMin As you hear about family struggles... As you learn about illnesses and death… As you see relationships failing or becoming distant… How do you respond? This session aims to increase your awareness and ability to respond effectively when people share their struggles, disappointments, and fears.

Be Energized… Be Evangelized… Be Inspired in your ministry St. Louis, May 19-22, 2014