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Registration is now open for the New York Catholic Bible Summit 2013. This year's theme is Preach the Gospel to the Whole of Creation. Come and meet today’s leading Scripture scholar on Saturday, June 22, 2013, at the New York Catholic Center, New York City.

Complete a three, four or five-week course in just one or two days. The Catechist Formation Summer Institute provides accelerated, intensive courses in theology, spirituality and teaching skills. Offered to catechists in parish programs in religious education, adult faith formation, RCIA, Youth Ministry, family catechesis, as well as to all interested adults. Fast-tracks catechists on the road to catechist certification. Offered throughout the summer at six different sites across the Archdiocese. Special workshops are available on new family catechesis models.

Links to Explore

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Pope Francis on Twitter
Youth Catechism
Education for Justice

Dot In celebration of the Year of Faith, the Pontifical Mission Societies announce a first-ever song contest for young Catholics in two divisions – Adolescent (grades 9-12) and Young Adult (ages 18 to 29). Click here for further information and an application.

Dot The U.S. Catholic bishops have published a new document on preaching, Preaching the Mystery of Faith: the Sunday Homily. The heart of Sunday preaching is to foster an encounter with God.

Dot Memorial Day isn’t just the unofficial start of summer. It’s a day to remember those who have made an extraordinary sacrifice in the service of their country and local community. Busted Halo’s Virtual Memorial Day Retreat guides you through moments of reflection and thanksgiving for those who have given their own lives in the service of others.

Dot In this Year of Faith we are called to enrich and deepen our faith. What's your plan to build your faith?

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