Church
Fran Szpylczyn/Christine Cimmino
Understand the nature of the church community and mission as a church community.
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Oct 2, 2011 6:00
SH - Jan 8, 2012 6:00
Farm Program - Classroom Component
Ed Dempsey
(2 part class equaling 2 class requirements. Both portions must be taken to receive course credit) Community Service Project - work at Patroon Land Farm in Town onf Knox - farmland was gifted to and is now run by Regional Food Bank of NENY which works to alleviate hunger and prevent food waste; food grown on the farm in disbursed to those in need or sold and funds are used to assist the organization with many other projects for the poor and hungry - Saturday 10/1/2011 from 10am -3pm. Wear sneakers or other closed-toe shoes, bring suncreen, insect repellant, a drink, snack, light lunch. Directions can be found at http://www.rfbneny.com/farm/directions/ . If weather is an issue on the morning of 10/1/11, please contact Ed Dempsey at 518-369-5873 or eddempsey99@hotmail.com . The second part of this class will be a discussion about the project and how it relates to our faith on 10/5/2011 at St. Edward's from 7-8:15pm.
Date(s) and Location(s):
Chapel - Oct 3, 2011 7:00
Chapel - Mar 21, 2012 7:00
Farm Program - Service Component
Ed Dempsey
(2 part class equaling 2 class requirements. Both portions must be taken to receive course credit) Community Service Project - work at Patroon Land Farm in Town onf Knox - farmland was gifted to and is now run by Regional Food Bank of NENY which works to alleviate hunger and prevent food waste; food grown on the farm in disbursed to those in need or sold and funds are used to assist the organization with many other projects for the poor and hungry - Saturday 10/1/2011 from 10am -3pm. Wear sneakers or other closed-toe shoes, bring suncreen, insect repellant, a drink, snack, light lunch. Directions can be found at http://www.rfbneny.com/farm/directions/ . If weather is an issue on the morning of 10/1/11, please contact Ed Dempsey at 518-369-5873 or eddempsey99@hotmail.com . The second part of this class will be a discussion about the project and how it relates to our faith on 10/5/2011 at St. Edward's from 7-8:15pm.
Date(s) and Location(s):
Patroon Land Farm - Oct 1, 2011 10:00
Actual Time and Date TBD based on weather - May 20, 2012 10:00
Heaven and Hell
Father Patrick Butler
Reflection on God's desire for us to be with him and how choosing to follow Jesus' command to love others can lead to perfect union and fulfillment with God forever.
Date(s) and Location(s):
Chapel - Nov 22, 2011 6:30
Chapel - Jan 7, 2012 10:30
How Well Do You Know Your Prayers?
Noreen Hayden
This session will explore our basic Catholic prayers thru video, games and activities.
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Oct 25, 2011 6:00
SH - Mar 7, 2012 6:15
Jesse Manibusan
Sister Rose Casaleno
Catechist, entertainer, lover of God and the church. He is a worldwide performer who brings the word of Christ to all. He has done many youth events and has been a major performer and MC for the National Youth Conference which is held every other year. He has also performed and participated at several World Youth Days. Please consider this class as it will broaden your Catholic experience. Jesse will be here for an afternoon of workshops and entertainment. He will speak on the 'Heart of Christ' and what that means as service. Come and join us from 1:00 to 3:30 and stay for liturgy. If you enjoy the day come back and hear Jesse in concert at 7:00 pm. (The concert does have a $5.00 fee)
Date(s) and Location(s):
- Oct 8, 2011 1:30
Jesus & God
Sister Rose Casaleno
Explore questions often asked about God, Jesus, Holy Spirit and the relationship of the Trinity.
Date(s) and Location(s):
Church - Dec 6, 2011 6:00
Chapel - Feb 7, 2012 6:00
Liturgical Music
MaryJo Brue
Music plays a big role in all our daily lives. So why do so few sing at Mass? This class will explore liturgical music - what it is, why we sing, and how singing leads us more fully into community prayer. We'll look at some traditional Catholic hymns as well as some contemporary music, and we'll raise our voices in song to the glory of God. (A good portion of this class will involve you singing.)
This class will not be offered any longer and is not available for the spring session.
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Nov 16, 2011 6:30
Liturgy & Sacraments
Explore the ways that God reveals himself to us and to us in the sacraments
Date(s) and Location(s):
Chapel - Nov 9, 2011 6:30
Chapel - Feb 15, 2012 6:30
Marian Apparitions
Dr. Tom Flaim
Our Lord has sent his most Blessed Mother to us on many occasions. The messages are fairly similar an are always trying to draw us back to Him. We will cover several of the Marian apparitions, paying particular attention to Fatima, Guadalupe, and the recent apparition in Kibeho (Rowanda, Africa). Mary appeared to 3 young children at Fatima, a middle-aged man at Guadalupe, and girls in high school in Ghana. The circumstances were different but the messages are remarkably similar and fascinating. We will review the stories and try to relate Mary's messages to our own lives in today's culture.
Date(s) and Location(s):
Chapel - Oct 26, 2011 6:30
Chapel - Jan 24, 2012 6:30
Mission: Possible
Chris Caputo
What does mission mean? Is it building homes? Is it feeding those who are hungry? Is it telling others about the Good News of Jesus? This challenges teens to understand the connected nature of the gospel and social outreach. We'll also have a chance to reach out beyond our comfort zone and go on our own 'Mission: Possible.'
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Nov 30, 2011 6:30
SH - Mar 6, 2012 6:30
Morality and the Movies
Kathleen Sacks/Bill Thornton
The students will watch movie clips and analyze them based on general moral principles they have learned during the session.
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Nov 15, 2011 6:00
SH - Mar 14, 2012 6:00
Respecting Sexuality
Open to 9th Grade Students ONLY. MANDATORY course exploring the Catholic with relation to today's culture. Course is offered at St. Mary's Church, Crescent. (Please be sure to go to St. Mary's Church and not St. Edward's for this class.)
Date(s) and Location(s):
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Sep 28, 2011 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Oct 25, 2011 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Nov 15, 2011 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Dec 12, 2011 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Jan 18, 2012 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Feb 13, 2012 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Mar 19, 2012 6:30
St. Mary's Church, Crescent - Apr 16, 2012 6:30
Saints and Mary
Kerry O'Brien
Explores the meaningful connection that we have with Mary and the saints and how they are examples for us of what it means to be disciples of Jesus. This session will also explore name origins.
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Dec 1, 2011 6:00
SH - Jan 19, 2012 6:00
Scripture
Peter Avvento
A look how the Bible came to be: the stages of development; The Old and New Testaments as 'faith statements'
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Oct 19, 2011 6:30
SH - Feb 1, 2012 6:30
Social Justice
Peter Avvento
What is social justice within the Christian and Catholic perspective? Why is it important? What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus?
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Nov 2, 2011 6:30
SH - Jan 11, 2012 6:30
Telling the Christian Story Through Art
Dan Brocker
(Description to follow)
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Oct 18, 2011 6:30
SH - Mar 28, 2012 6:30
The Prayer Path
Sister Rose Casaleno
Students will participate in a meditative prayer walk with activities on the way to help you focus on your spiritual journey with God.
Date(s) and Location(s):
SH - Oct 23, 2011 6:00
SH - Jan 22, 2012 6:00