Annual Faith Formation Conference

Meeting Diverse Learning and Behavioral Needs in the Catechetical Setting

We know the Gospel message is for everybody, but how can we make it more accessible for children and teens with diverse learning needs and emotional or behavioral challenges?  We will explore what our Church teaches about inclusion of persons with disabilities and learn basic skills that catechists and catechetical leaders can use to ensure that everyone can encounter Christ in our Church. This event is co-sponsored by Our Sunday Visitor.

Presenter
Dr. Joseph White is a Child and Family Psychologist and Associate Publisher for Catechetical Resources at OSV Publishing.  He formerly served as a parish Director of Faith Formation for two years and then worked for seven years as Director of Family Counseling and Family Life for the Diocese of Austin, Texas. Dr. White has written twelve books and numerous articles about catechesis, Catholic education, spirituality, and ministry, including Listening for God in Everyday Life and the Companion to the Directory for Catechesis. He is co-author of the Allelu and Alive in Christ religion series. Dr. White also served on the writing team for the USCCB Subcommittee on the Catechism’s Handbook on the Catechetical Accompaniment Process.