SIXTH Annual
THEOLOGY FOR TEACHERS WORKSHOP
October 15, 2021
John Carroll University
Keynote
RenewING the Passion to Teach
Insights from the New Directory for Catechesis
The 2020 Directory for Catechesis invites Catholic educators to rekindle the passion to live and serve as missionary disciples. How do we more fully embrace our call as teachers to share, to listen, and simply to marvel at the goodness of God present in our work? The themes of evangelization, synodality, and beauty—which run throughout the Directory—are theological categories that come to life in the classroom when we choose to accompany our students in the spirit of Christ.
Dr. Hosffman Ospino is a native of Colombia where he pursued undergraduate studies in Philosophy, followed by an M.A. in theology and a Ph.D. in Theology and Education from Boston College. His research explores the dialogue between faith and culture and the impact of this interchange upon Catholic theological education, catechesis, and ministry. He has served as the principal investigator for several nationally recognized studies on how the Hispanic Catholic presence is transforming parishes, schools and organizations. He has authored and edited more than a dozen books
Break-out Sessions
Crafting Engaging Lessons
Dr. Amy Roberts (Franciscan University of Steubenville) explores practical methods and concrete ideas to help plan lessons that reach both the head and the heart.
Bible Through Jewish Eyes
Ms. Jo Bruce (Fuchs Mizrachi School) asks how teaching the Old Testament/Hebrew Bible can provide opportunities for greater interfaith understanding.
Service Post-Pandemic
Dr. Jimmy Menkhaus (Gilmour Academy) asks how service and immersions will look different after the pandemic. Will we encourage dialogue, deepen reflection, and foster genuine solidarity?
Workshop Schedule
8:00 - 8:30 am Mass in St. Francis Chapel
8:30 - 9:00 am Gathering (coffee and pastry)
9:00 -10:30 am Opening Keynote: Renew the Passion to Teach
10:45 -12:00 am Break-Out Session 1 (Engaging Lessons, Bible, Service Learning)
12:00 - 1:30 pm Lunch and Discussion
1:30 - 2:45 pm Break-Out Session 2 (Engaging Lessons, Bible, Service Learning)
2:45 - 3:00pm Closing
3:00 - 3:45 pm Social (beer and wine reception)
IMPORTANT COVID-19 INFORMATION
Participants attending T4T2021 on campus will be required to provide either (a) proof of vaccination or (b) a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours for admission to the event. Per JCU policy, face masks covering mouth and nose are required indoors.
