The Universe Unfolds in God:
The Embrace of the Sacraments and
​the Practice of Confirmation 

via ZOOM
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Spirituality and Faith Formation
​Target Audience:  Parishoners, Catechists and
All Staff

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Overview
During the online sessions we will work through the key understandings of the sacramental life.  Our practice of the seven sacraments is built upon foundations ancient and new.  Some of the ancient ones have been lost from sight.  Some of the new ones have not yet been seen.  First up we will explore both these horizons.
In doing this we will uncover a deep relationship between the theology of sacraments and the understanding of Pope Francis around the interconnection of all things.
However, sacraments are also very particular events.  Our reflections will include discussion on the Sacrament of Confirmation, and its relationship to the other two ‘Sacraments of Initiation’, Baptism and Eucharist.

This in-service is a prelude to the unit THEO932 The Sacraments which will be offered by BBI-TAITE during Session 2 this year.
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Aims
With this program participants will:
  • Realize the deep connections between nature, ordinary life and the sacraments.
  • Gain a deeper knowledge of relationship between sacraments and the life death and resurrection of Jesus.
  • Appreciate the sacramental insight of Pope Francis that the ‘universe unfolds in God who fills it completely’ (Laudato Si! 233)
  • Develop a richer understanding of the meaning and history of Confirmation
  • Cover material that is part of the BBI-TAITE unit THEO932 The Sacraments.



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Duration
Two sessions online running for 90 minutes each from
​3.30 - 5.00 pm.  Each session is offered twice in the same week.

Participation in the two online sessions and taking part in the discussions is credited as 3 hours of professional development hours.

​There will be BBI credentialing for participation in both zoom presentations. 


Facilitators
Professor Gerard Moore

Date
16th May and 17th May (repeat)
23rd May and  24th May (repeat)

Venue
ONLINE:  Once you have enrolled - a zoom link will be sent closer to the day.

Time
3.30pm - 5.00pm
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