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Convocation Exhibitor Catalog OUR MISSION to bring families closer to Christ in every aspect of life, from baptism, through teen years, to marriage, and beyond. We are the only online course dedicated to one-on-one attention for every couple, every person, to bring the love of Christ to them wherever they may be. www.agapecatholicministries.com THE TANGIBLE FRUITS OF CATHOLICMARRIAGEPREP.COM Responses from a sample of 1,000 engaged couples across the world (2016 numbers) Agapè Catholic Marriage Preparation invites BEFORE BEFORE BEFORE couples to a deeper relationship with each other and with Christ, one couple at a time. 10% 20% IRREGULAR participation in the Online, on-demand instruction rooted in ABSTINENT NO CONTRACEPTION PARISH LIFE Saint John Paul II’s Theology of the Body, combined with personalized mentoring from AFTER AFTER AFTER a trained married couple, builds a foundation for a strong, healthy, Christ-centered 79% 68% 99% marriage between a man and a woman. ABSTINENT NO CONTRACEPTION participation in the www.catholicmarriageprep.com until wedding day PARISH LIFE Building Christ-centered families, one family at a time™ since 2004 An engaging, interactive way for parents and Godparents to The Quinceañera celebrates a girl’s fifteenth birthday, marking prepare together for their infant child/Godchild’s baptism and her passage from childhood to womanhood. Many Catholic the life-long responsibility of passing on their Catholic faith. families request a Mass and a blessing for their daughter. We are here to help in bringing the young lady closer to Christ https://www.agapecatholicministries.com/baptism-prep and to her family. www.catholicquinceprep.com Helping YOU strengthen the vocation of marriage… Diocesan Marriage Summit Parish Marriage Missionaries Fiat Couples Groups …through consultation, training, events and resources for: ü DIOCESES “I highly recommend Annunciation ü PARISHES Ministries to you my brother bishops.” ü MARRIED COUPLES Most Rev. Thomas G. Wenski Archbishop of Miami Photo: Archdiocesan Archive W AnnunciationMinistries.com Ascension was thrilled to att end the Convocati on of Catholic Leaders. It was our pleasure to meet so many att endees. As you share the joy of the gospel in America, we have much to share too. 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One of the largest religious publishers in North America, Bayard supports the mission of the Church to communicate the Gospel message through books, periodicals, and religious education resources, as well as liturgical and devotional worship. Bayard produces creative and affordable materials that help people explore their religious heritage, live their faith and deepen their relationship with Christ. We offer the people of the Church resources on prayer, the liturgical and sacramental life and the creation of a more just world. A Ministry of the Augustinians of the Assumptions Learn more at BayardInc.com and order from TodayWithChrist.com Enter discount code USCCB20 during checkout to receive 20% off your order. JOIN US AS A PARTNER DIOCESE! WE LOOK FORWARD TO CONTINUED WORK WITH THE CHURCH, THE USCCB AND YOUR DIOCESE! WE AID AND SUPPORT IN FORMING CATECHISTS TO BE MISSIONARY DISCIPLES National Association of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd WE OFFER RESOURSES The Catechesis of the Good Shepherd is a Montessori method of FOR PASTORS, faith formation for children ages 3 – 12 used in Catholic parishes, PARISHES, PARENTS schools and homes throughout the United States and the world. AND CATECHISTS CGSUSA was honored to be a part of this historic Convocation of Catholic Leaders to share the Joy of the Gospel in America! One of our primary characteristics is that we “stand in solidarity with the least in the church.” This Convocation re-energized us to continue CGSUSA to be Spirit filled evangelizers who go out to the peripheries in need 7655 East Main Street of the light of the Gospel. Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-874-3756 Visit us at www.CGSUSA.org [email protected] www.cgsusa.org Catholic Apostolate Center Reviving Faith Rekindling Charity Forming Apostles “You can help those you meet in your ministry to rediscover the immense love of God in our lives...” ~ Pope Francis We provide Online Resources, Webinars, Blogs, Podcasts, and Consulting Services - assembled through Collaborative Partnerships - for Formation for Evangelization. Visit us online at CatholicApostolateCenter.org or on social media to continue the #CatholicConvo A Ministry of the Society of the Catholic Apostolate - Immaculate Conception Province Catholic Athletes for Christ The First Name in Catholic Sports Ministry Launched in 2006, Catholic Athletes for Christ (CAC) serves Cathletes™ High School Chapter Program Catholic athletes in the pracce of their faith and shares the Gospel in and through sports. We work with athletes at all CAC has developed a levels of sport in an effort to promote a Catholic sports high school culture. As the leading Catholic sports ministry organizaon, Cathletes™ chapter we are excited to work with the USCCB to expand our reach. program for more We are supported and endorsed by an Episcopal Board than 80 high schools made up of U.S. Cardinals and Bishops. CAC was formed in across the country, response to Saint John Paul II’s call to evangelize the world including diocesan‐ of sports and his establishment of the Vacan’s Office of wide programs in Sports. We invite you to join us as a “Cathlete” for Christ! Green Bay, Wis., Norwich, Conn., Springfield, Ill., and Trenton, N.J. The Ray McKenna Cathletes™ program is 100 percent authencally Catholic CAC President/Founder and answers the call of many bishops, school, officials athlec directors, and coaches who are seeking an CAC CORE PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES authenc Catholic program to replace other similar Chrisan‐based programs. Cathletes™ chapter students Sacramental Ministries and faculty also regularly perform service projects for the for Professional Athletes needy and less fortunate in their region. CAC organizes Service-Related Partnerships Confession and Mass CAC partners with for Catholic leading Catholic professional athletes organizaons, during the Major including the Knights League Baseball of Columbus, to (MLB) and Naonal provide support and Football League assistance for (NFL) seasons. In charitable events to baseball, CAC has led the effort to organize regularly assist and serve the scheduled Catholic Mass for nearly every MLB team at the less fortunate. Charitable events co‐sponsored by CAC stadium for players, coaches, and team/stadium include a football mini‐NFL combine for Special Olympics personnel. In football, CAC works with NFL teams to athletes in Indianapolis, Ind., and “Coats for Kids” coat organize a Saturday evening Mass for teams on the road. distribuons across America and as part of Super Bowl Vin Scully Rosary CD week. CAC also works with Global Football to promote football games around the globe that feature Catholic In 2016 CAC, in collaboraon colleges and high schools. with Immaculate Heart Radio, released a two‐CD audio CONTACT CAC recording of the Most Holy Rosary of the Blessed Virgin Catholic Athletes for Christ Mary narrated by legendary hall 3703 Cameron Mills Road, Alexandria, VA 22305 of fame sportscaster Vin Scully. Telephone: (703) 239‐3070 The recording includes meditaons and prayers for all four Web Site: www.catholicathletesforchrist.org mysteries as well as a meditaon based on St. John Paul II’s General E‐mail: [email protected] 2002 Apostolic Leer Rosarium Virginis Mariae. To purchase Chapter E‐mail: [email protected] a copy of the Rosary CD, visit CAC’s web site, Amazon.com, Facebook: www.facebook.com/catholicathletes Apple iTunes,
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