Transitions E-Newsletter: September 1, 2008

Here comes September...

Catechetical Sunday 2008

The Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

Office for Youth Ministry

Serving Catholics in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, V.A. Medical Centers and Government Services Overseas

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The POC for Transitions is

Mark Moitoza, D.Min.,

Director of the Office for Youth Ministry of the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA

youthministry@milarch.org

www.oymmilarch.org

www.milarch.org

202-719-3648

1 September 2008

Proclaiming Christ 2008 Online Evangelization Conference
Catholic ministry leaders in the Military Archdiocese are highly encourage to register for the Proclaiming Christ 2008 Evangelization Conference being held September 16-18, 2008.

Catholic ministry leaders in the miltiary are highly encouraged to register for the Proclaiming Christ 2008 Evangelization Conference that will take place over the internet. Participants log in as their schedules permit. There will be a special section for members of the Military Archdiocese to share their experiences, ask questions and receive updates. Access to presentations, exhibits, daily prayers, and discussion groups will continue 24/7 through October 16th. This conference is recommended for fulltime parttime and volunteer parish ministers who want to deepen and expand their knowledge and skills for evangelization. All you need is a computer, an internet connection (56k or above) and a headset or speakers to hear the presentations. Learn more and register at www.proclaimingchrist2008.org.

Proclaiming Christ 2008 is being hosted by the Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association. Use this coupon code OFC25 to save $25 off of the registration fee. Groups of 3 or more: $50.00 each. Be sure to select Military Services as your diocese in the drop down box on the registration form. There are currently over 500 registrants from 99 dioceses. Check out the report on Catholic News Service highlighting how Catholics plan to explore evangelization in cutting-edge online conference. More information is posted on the Office for Youth Ministry web site.

Proclaiming Christ 2008

AMS Catechist Certification
Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA
All catechists serving in our Catholic Religious Education programs are to be certified as catechists by the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. This includes the Coordinator of Religious Education, the Catechist (RE instructor - including First Communion and Confirmation), RCIA Team Members and Youth Ministry leaders and volunteers. The self-guided training has five tracks which may be done in small groups or individually. Catechists that successfully complete the process may be issued an AMS Catechist certificate. There is also a special track for those who may have received certification as a catechist from a civilian (arch)diocese. Log on to the web site of the Military Archdiocese for further information to begin the process of certification.

Catechetical Sunday 2008
The theme for Catechetical Sunday 2008 is The Word of God in the Life and Mission of the Church. Resources to celebrate Catechetical Sunday are available online from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Consider how your community affirms, supports and celebrates the work of Catholic catechists and Catholic school teachers as they share the gift of faith.

Catecetical Sunday 2008

Faith and Politics
Are you a faithful citizen? Take an online quiz designed for Catholic youth to learn what the U.S. Bishops have to say about Faith and Politics. Other sections on the site include videos, podcasts, reflections for going deeper, ways to take action, prayers and a youth ministers home page. Log on to learn more about Faithful Citizenship.

About Us
The Office for Youth Ministry provides resources and services to assist Chaplains, Lay Leaders, Volunteers, Parents, and Youth to develop Catholic youth ministry within the Military Catholic Faith Community. The Archdiocese promotes the comprehensive approach to Catholic youth ministry articulated in the 1997 U.S. Bishops' document, Renewing the Vision: A Framework for Catholic Youth Ministry.

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