Musings on Recent Travels...
Finally, I was able to attend the Religious Education Congress held yearly in Anaheim, CA. Its reputation preceded my desire to attend. The conference is filled with workshops of the brightest and best in our Catholic faith—Jack Shea; Richard Rohr, OFM; and artist Brother Michael O'Neill McGrath—just to mention a few.
What really impressed me was the student rally the day before the Congress opened. In the convention hall were thousands of students from all over California, proclaiming their faith. I could see the next generation of our faith keepers, leaders in the Church both religious and lay. It was a good feeling. We’re in good hands.
I visited with some of the chaperones and church youth leaders and learned of new programs. I was reminded of their competition: high technology, the movie industry, and everyday life filled with temptations. May I emphasize the importance of faith and the beauty of the sacraments being taught in the home? Our youth leaders can’t do it all. Teaching our children is not an easy task, and my hat is off and my admiration goes to those who teach our youth.
The Religious Education Congress has grown over the years and is quite successful with just under 30,000 participants. I learned that Chicago is thinking of doing a conference based on the success in Anaheim. What about Texas?
Two weeks later, I was back in sunny California, this time in Fresno. I recorded two television shows based on the stories and artwork found in The Healing Touch of Mary. Jim Grant, the host, is an amazing person, and I only wish I could pick up his show, YESTERDAY, TODAY, AND FOREVER here in Austin. I’ll be on KNTX, Channel 49 the first part of April and then again in May. If you see the program, let me know if you like it.
Once home, I had the privilege of interviewing Father Daniel Mahan, author of More Than Silver or Gold. It was one of those times that you just want to sit back, sipping a cup of coffee, and listen to one of the brightest minds and innovators in the church. His lectures are on stewardship, and trust me—they are inspiring. When I was growing up, the only kind of stewardship I was taught was tithing. We know that is important, but stewardship is so much more. Stewardship is a way of life that holds the promise for far-reaching renewal within the Church. And what is more than silver or gold? I urge you to get a copy of Father Mahan’s book and find out!
Father Mahan is the Executive Director of the Marian College Center for Catholic Stewardship, and before he had to leave for his next appointment, we talked about the new curriculum at Marian College. Having been in the educational world for a very long time, I am convinced that we now have an institution to train and teach our young future Catholic leaders.
Until next time, remember to listen to God. He has great plans for you!
Cheri
What really impressed me was the student rally the day before the Congress opened. In the convention hall were thousands of students from all over California, proclaiming their faith. I could see the next generation of our faith keepers, leaders in the Church both religious and lay. It was a good feeling. We’re in good hands.
I visited with some of the chaperones and church youth leaders and learned of new programs. I was reminded of their competition: high technology, the movie industry, and everyday life filled with temptations. May I emphasize the importance of faith and the beauty of the sacraments being taught in the home? Our youth leaders can’t do it all. Teaching our children is not an easy task, and my hat is off and my admiration goes to those who teach our youth.
The Religious Education Congress has grown over the years and is quite successful with just under 30,000 participants. I learned that Chicago is thinking of doing a conference based on the success in Anaheim. What about Texas?
Two weeks later, I was back in sunny California, this time in Fresno. I recorded two television shows based on the stories and artwork found in The Healing Touch of Mary. Jim Grant, the host, is an amazing person, and I only wish I could pick up his show, YESTERDAY, TODAY, AND FOREVER here in Austin. I’ll be on KNTX, Channel 49 the first part of April and then again in May. If you see the program, let me know if you like it.
Once home, I had the privilege of interviewing Father Daniel Mahan, author of More Than Silver or Gold. It was one of those times that you just want to sit back, sipping a cup of coffee, and listen to one of the brightest minds and innovators in the church. His lectures are on stewardship, and trust me—they are inspiring. When I was growing up, the only kind of stewardship I was taught was tithing. We know that is important, but stewardship is so much more. Stewardship is a way of life that holds the promise for far-reaching renewal within the Church. And what is more than silver or gold? I urge you to get a copy of Father Mahan’s book and find out!
Father Mahan is the Executive Director of the Marian College Center for Catholic Stewardship, and before he had to leave for his next appointment, we talked about the new curriculum at Marian College. Having been in the educational world for a very long time, I am convinced that we now have an institution to train and teach our young future Catholic leaders.
Until next time, remember to listen to God. He has great plans for you!
Cheri
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