Upcoming Events in the Office of Evangelization & Catechesis

Registration is open NOW for these programs:

Formation Toward Christian Ministry (FTCM)

Classes begin the week of August 28 | Virtual and in-person options available

The Formation Toward Christian Ministry (FTCM) program offers basic theology and spiritual development to Catholic adults who want to deepen their commitment to Jesus and more fully answer their baptismal call to service as a mature disciple. Course topics include: Introduction to Scripture, Catholic Beliefs, Morality, Church History, and more! 

Community Conversations: The Gifts of the Hispanic Church

Wednesday, September 20 | 10am - 12pm | Virtual meeting

Guest Speaker Mr. Lazaro Contreras, Director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry for the Archdiocese of Galveston Houston

Using the USCCB's pastoral letter on racism, "Open Wide Our Hearts" as a guide, Community Conversations is a  monthly dialogue which provides safe space for difficult conversations about race, faith, and justice that are grounded in our Catholic teaching of the dignity of the human person.  Each session features a talk by a knowledgeable expert, followed by small group discussion. Sessions meet virtually from 10am-noon on the third Wednesday of each month. All are welcome!

Day of Evangelization & Catechesis

September 30 | In-Person Event at Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | In English & Spanish

Catechists and catechetical leaders are invited for a day of modules and workshops on a variety of topics.  Every workshop will be offered in English and Spanish!  Each workshop / module is only $10.  For a complete list of workshops, visit the registration page. 

"Let the Children Come" Early Childhood / Disability Ministry Conference

October 9 | In-Person Event at Christ the Redeemer Parish

A day-long conference for childcare center staff, teachers, and everyone involved in early childhood ministry and / or Ministry with Persons with DisAbilities.