A typical workshop schedule is:
6:15 - 8:45 pm Thursday
8:15 -11:50 am Friday
1 - 4:30 pm Friday.
Lunch is provided at noon on campus for commuters.
Workshop Description: Catholic Young Adult ministry encompasses a formational and pivotal period at the heart during an individual's life. Typically focused between the ages of 18 and 39, this is a defining, consistently purposeful, and vocational engaging time in the life a Christian. Between, single, married, and/or possibly raising young children, as well as individuals engaging the faith for the first time through OCIA, ministry for young adults needs to be anchored in community, spiritual growth, and ritual. This workshop will explore guidelines for Catholic Young Adult ministry, as well as the historical context and current pastoral best practices. From the wisdom of St. John Paul II, Pope Francis, and Pope Leo XIV to the life and example of young witnesses of the faith this session will offer creative pastoral responses for larger and smaller parish communities to assist in beginning or engaging Catholic Young Adult ministry.
Instructor: Thomas Malewitz is an Assistant Professor and Director of the Ed.D.: Leadership Program in the College of Education at Spalding University. He possesses a M.T.S. and Graduate Certificate in Scripture from St. Meinrad School of Theology and a Ph.D. from Bellarmine University. Tom and is the author of the Catholic Media Association award-winning book Authenticity, Passion, and Advocacy for Youth and Young Adult Pastoral Ministry. His most recent book, Truth and Reconciliation, explores the model of Servant Leadership as a guide to navigate the current American cultural and political climate.
Anyone interested in the workshop is encouraged to register, including those not enrolled as students. The cost for guests will be:
$295 registration fee (includes meals)
$100 per room of overnight accommodations on campus
A $50 deposit is required for registration. You will be billed for the balance after registering.