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2019 Bishop's Award
More than one hundred parishioners from throughout the Diocese of Dallas were honored for their volunteer efforts at the Eighth Annual Bishop’s Award for Service Mass on Saturday, March 30th at the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe in downtown Dallas.
The Awards Mass recognizes the lay men and women whose volunteer efforts are so essential to the ministries in the 74 parishes in the Diocese of Dallas.
Congratulations to our St. Michael's parishioners Margaret Laney and Elodia Villa!
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Landscaping for the Lord!
St. Michael's parish grounds are ready for renovated landscaping to be ready for the summer, and we need your help (and maybe your rake, shovel or wheelbarrow)! Our goal is 50 volunteers.
Saturday, June 1st
7:00AM to 2:00pm
Meet at the Parking Lot
There will be an informational meeting on Thursday, May 30th at 6pm in St. Rose Hall.
You can sign up in the narthex this weekend, May 25th and 26th after all Masses. You can also sign up using the online form below.
For more information, Contact Evodio Vazquez at evazquez@stmichaelmckinney.org
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Certificate in Pastoral Ministry (CPM)
If you are a parish volunteer, wish to be involved in a ministry, or are simply looking for a way to enrich your faith life, consider taking classes in the Certificate in Pastoral Ministry program (CPM). This program is a collaboration between the Diocese of Dallas and the University of Dallas Neuhoff School of Ministry to meet the formation needs of adults.
Courses are being offered at St. Michael this summer. They will be held on two consecutive Saturdays from 9:30am-3:30pm with a lunch break in between; classes will be held in St. Michael Hall. The cost for each course is $50.
If you feel called to join us, you can register online at https://continuinged.udallas.edu/CVSFListgroup.aspx. You can also contact our coordinator Melissa at mahernandez@udallas.edu or call 972-721-4118. We hope to see you at class this summer.
Introduction to Catechesis: June 22nd an June 29th
Catechetical leaders recognize catechesis as an ecclesial activity directed by the local Bishop and official catechetical documents. Since the training of parish catechetical leaders is the most critical factor in an effective parish catechetical program, the course assumes formation in scriptural, theological, liturgical, and catechetical methodologies when focusing attention on the catechist as an integral part of the public ministry of the Church, catechetical planning and organization, educational psychology and theory, and administration. By the end of the course students will be able to:
- Identify key catechetical documents.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the ecclesial nature of catechesis.
- Be acquainted with the various diocesan departments and national organizations that support catechetical leaders.
- Understand the vocation and responsibilities of the catechist.
The two basic methods in catechesis, deductive and inductive, are rooted in the pedagogy of God, which inspires many different types of human methods. These include learning through human experience, learning by discipleship, learning within the Christian Community (including liturgical catechesis), learning within the Christian family, learning through witness of the catechist, learning by heart, learning by Christian living, and learning by apprenticeship. This course explores not only the methods but also the best practices associated with catechesis (e.g. lesson planning, classroom activities, etc.)
July 20th and July 27th: Catechetical Methods
By the end of the course students will be able to:- Describe the characteristics of the pedagogy of God.
- Be acquainted with the various forms of human methodology in catechesis and how to apply them in a classroom setting.
- Identify various formats/approaches, tools and resources for successful catechesis.
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St. Michael the Archangel Church has a need for your time and talent! Here are some of the opportunities available for you to share your gifts with the church.
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Safe Environment
As Christian adults, we have a moral and legal responsibility and are entrusted by God with the spiritual, emotional and physical well being of minors and vulnerable adults as they participate in activities within or sponsored by our Diocese. It is our responsibility and commitment to provide an environment which is safe and nurturing.
In order to achieve the above, the diocese has a Safe Environment Program that implements training, screening, background checks and other procedures that are designed to reduce the risk of sexual abuse of children and vulnerable adults. Every parish, school and Diocesan agency has the program and each is responsible for program implementation and continuation.
At St. Michael the Archangel Church to be eligible to volunteer you must be a registered parishioner for a minimum of 6 months and pass the Safe Environment Screening. Please contact the Safety Officer should you have any questions at 972-542-4667 ext. 102. For more information on the program and how to register, click here.