Workshop 10
Male and female staff separated
Knights of Columbus | Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT
MEN
WEEK 20
1. Why Strong Fathers Are So Needed
Objective: Male school staff will persevere in the call to be loving and present fathers to their children.
• A spiritual leader for one's family
• The effects of internet usage on children
• The provider and protecter of wife and children
WOMEN
WEEK 20
1. Living Fearlessly
Objective: Female staff will start a healing process from trauma and isolation.
• Earth is not neutral territory
• The crisis of culture bringing with it division and despair
• Addiction as a trauma response
WORKSHOP 10 OUTPUT
Workshop to be completed by participants outside of the formation setting. 80% of all worksheets and outputs are necessary for completion of program.
Male Staff
What is the role of fathers in our culture today? Why do so many children grow up without their father in their home? What can we do now to help young men prepare to be good fathers?
Think about the effect fathers who are present have on children, especially boys, and ways we can prepare young men to be faithful and loving fathers. Write a paragraph on the issues of fatherhood today and how they can be improved.
Female Staff
As a woman how have you been hurt? Have you ever tried to heal trauma alcohol, drugs, or porn? Every human being since Adam and Eve has suffered trauma from sin in the world and desires to be healed. Do you want to be well?
Reflect on Sr. Miriam's talk and how it made you feel. Write a brief reflection on if/how this workshop has deepened your understanding of femininity and our need to strive toward greatness despite pain.