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Diocese of Joliet
Peace and Justice Institute
2008-2009
Sponsored by
Office for the Diaconate
Office of Ministry Formation
Peace and Social Justice Ministry
“Action on behalf of justice and participation in the transformation of the world fully appear to us as a constitutive* dimension of the preaching of the Gospel, or, in other words, of the Church's mission for the redemption of the human race...” Justice in the World, Synod of Bishops, 1971
*constitutive - making a thing what it is; essential
The Church teaches us that social justice is essential to Christian Ministry; it is what makes our ministry authentically Christian. Regardless of the nature of our work, for it to meet the measure of the Work of Christ, it must in some way be formed and informed by the Gospel Call to Social Justice.
WHAT IS THE PEACE AND JUSTICE INSTITUTE? An educational experience to provide parish ministers with the knowledge, skills, and resources to effectively incorporate the Gospel call of social justice into their ministry.
WHO IS THE INSTITUTE FOR? Priests, deacons, pastoral associates, DRE’s, youth ministers, liturgists, musicians, adult formation directors, peace and justice ministers, catechists, educators, and anyone interested in becoming more knowledgeable of Catholic Social Teaching and Practice.
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Workshops
(9:00 - 3:00)
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Presenter
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September 11
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The Biblical Notion of Justice
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Ed Cabey
Scripture Scholar
Sacred Heart Parish
Joliet
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September 25
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Catholic Social Teaching: A Foundation for Ministry
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Mary Elsburnd, osf
Program Director
Institute for Pastoral Studies
Loyola University
Chicago
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October 9
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Social Justice Spirituality: Action Flowing From Prayer
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Jonathan Foster, ofm
Founder
Mayslake Ministries
Westmont, Illinois
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October 23
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Liturgy and Justice: Theology and Practice
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Gilbert Ostdiek, ofm
Director Institute for Liturgical Consultants
Professor of Liturgy
Catholic Theological Union
Chicago
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November 6
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Social Analysis: The Pastoral Circle
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Katherine Feely, snd
Director of the Center of Concern's Education for Justice Project
Washington, DC
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November 13
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Legislative Advocacy: Transforming Social Structures through Public Policy
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Sara Dwyer, asc.
Education Coordinator
NETWORK
Washington DC
Plus - Opportunities for Advocacy:
Bread for the World
with Regional Coordinator, Rev. Mariah Priggen
Joliet Diocesean Legislative Network, Committee Members
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2009
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January 15
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Conflict Management Skills – Finding Opportunities for Growth in Church Conflict
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Reverend Richard Blackburn
Executive Director
Lombard Mennonite Peace Center
Lombard , Illinois |
January 29
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Poverty and World Hunger – Responding to Global Need at the Local Level
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William O’Keefe
Senior Director of Advocacy
Catholic Relief Services
Baltimore
Plus - Church of Joliet Council for Global Solidarity and Missions
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February 12
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Parish Praxis: Taking Justice from the Pews to the Streets
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Jack Jezereel
Executive Director
JustFaith Ministries
Louisville
Plus - Panel Of Parish Justice Coordinators
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February 26
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Youth & Justice: Reaching the Next Generation with the Gospel of Justice
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Sean Lansing
Project Coordinator: Youth Ministry Services, Young Neighbors in Action
Center for Ministry Development
Milwaukee
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March 12
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Contemporary Social Issues: Dismantling Racism
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Anita Baird, dhm
Director
Office for Racial Justice
Archdiocese of Chicago
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March 26
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Contemporary Social Issues: The Environment
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Dan Misleh
Executive Director
Catholic Coalition on Climate Change
Cheverly , MD
Plus - Diocesan Committee on the Environment
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April 23
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The Serving Leader: Five Powerful Actions that will Transform Your Team, Your Organization, Your Community
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John Stahl-Wert
President
Pittsburgh Leadership Foundation
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Where will the Institute take place?
All workshops will be held at St. Charles Pastoral Center, Romeoville.
How may one participate?
Ministers may take the entire Institute which includes an application process, an orientation meeting, 13 workshops, and writing of brief integrative papers. Upon successful completion of the entire Institute, students will receive a diocesan certificate.
Ministers may also take individual workshops, separate from the certification process.
What is the cost of the Institute?
Cost of the entire Institute leading to certification is $400. This includes lunches on all workshop days. Cost of separate workshops is $35. Price includes lunch.
Application process for certification program
email or call for an application packet: jenruh@dioceseofjoliet.org (815) 834-4028
The application process includes:
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2 letters of recommendation, preferably from one's place of ministry and from one's spiritual director.
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An essay of involvement in ministry, particularly peace and justice
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An essay of one's spirituality
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An explanation of applicant's interest in being a candidate in the Institute
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Candidates may be interviewed by the Director of Peace and Social Justice Ministry
Deadline for application to the Certification Program is August 1, 2008
Registration for Workshops
Registration for individual workshops will be available 6 weeks in advance of the date. Watch your email for materials, visit this website, or call Peace and Social Justice Ministry (815) 834-4028
DOWNLOAD AN ATTRACTIVE OVERVIEW BROCHURE OF THE INSTITUTE
(Best if printed on legal size paper. Fine on letter size.)
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