Workshops, Seminars, Trainings
Workshops, Seminars, & Training in Clayton County
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Date/Time: February 9, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church
591 Flint River Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238
Seminar: Home Preservation & Financial Survival Skills:
(in English and Spanish)
Seminar covers the Georgia Law regarding Foreclosure & Evictions. It also provides basic money-management techniques that will help the
consumers to make better financial decisions during times of distress.
Cost: free - minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact:
Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: March 17, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church
591 Flint River Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238
Seminar: Financial Literacy: (in English and Spanish)
This seminar provides basic financial information to help consumers make better decisions about their finances. Seminar provides tools related to savings, credit management, banking and personal money management.
Cost: free – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact:
Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: April 20, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church
591 Flint River Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238
Seminar:Psychological Effects of Migration & Exile: (in Spanish)
The emotional consequences of migration and exile are addressed. This seminar helps participants understand the acculturation process. Immigrants and/or people interested in learning what it means to start from scratch living in a new country and adapting to a new culture.
Cost: $5.00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact:
Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: May 11, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Philip Benizi Catholic Church
591 Flint River Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238
Seminar:Disaster Response & Preparedness 101: (in English)
Presentation will provide “basic” information around types of disasters, terminology, what some of the needs will be in parishes, neighborhoods and communities and who should be part of this process.
Cost: $5.00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact:
Workshops, Seminars, & Training in Cobb County
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Date/Time: April 20, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church
1815 Blackwell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30066
Seminar: Home Preservation & Financial Survival Skills: (in English & Spanish)
Seminar covers the Georgia Law regarding Foreclosure & Evictions. It also provides basic money-management techniques that will help the consumers to make better financial decisions during times of distress.
Cost: free – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: April 27, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church
1815 Blackwell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30066
Seminar: Immigration 101, Raid Response, Know your Rights: (in English and Spanish)
Introduction to the Immigration System, the Government Agencies, and the Process of Law to attain Legal Status. Review of government agencies, immigration system, "rights" review, advisory about raids.
Cost: $5:00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: July 13, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church
1815 Blackwell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30066
Seminar: Disaster Preparedness & Response 101: (in English)
Presentation will provide “basic” information around types of disasters, terminology, what some of the needs will be in the communities & parishes and who should be part of this process.
Cost: $5.00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: July 20, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church
1815 Blackwell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30066
Seminar:Psychological Effects of Migration & Exile: (in Spanish)
The emotional consequences of migration and exile are addressed. This seminar helps participants understand the acculturation process. Immigrants and/or people interested in learning what it means to start from scratch living in a new country and adapting to a new culture.
Cost: $5.00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact:
Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: November 9, 2010, 6:00p--9:00p
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church
1815 Blackwell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30066
Seminar: Professional Development/In-service training for (ESL) English as a Second Language Volunteers: (in English) This training covers the basics of effectively teaching English to adults.
Cost: $17.00 per person - minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: November 16, 2010, 6:30p--8:30p
Location: Transfiguration Catholic Church
1815 Blackwell Road, NE, Marietta, Georgia 30066
Seminar: Financial Literacy: (in English & Spanish)
This seminar provides basic financial information to help consumers make better decisions about their
finances. Seminar provides tools related to savings, credit management, banking and personal money management.
Cost: free – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Workshops, Seminars, & Training in Douglas County
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Date/Time: June 9, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Theresa Catholic Church
4401 Prestley Mill Road, Douglasville, GA 30135
Seminar: Home Preservation & Financial Survival Skills: (in English & Spanish) Seminar covers the Georgia Law regarding Foreclosure & Evictions. It also provides basic money-management techniques that will help the consumers to make better financial decisions during times of distress.
Cost: free –minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: July 14, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Theresa Catholic Church
4401 Prestley Mill Road, Douglasville, GA 30135
Seminar: Immigration 101, Raid Response, Know your Rights: (in English and Spanish)
Introduction to the Immigration System, the Government Agencies, and the Process of Law to attain Legal Status. Review of government agencies, immigration system, "rights" review, advisory about raids.
Cost: $5:00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: August 4, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Theresa Catholic Church
4401 Prestley Mill Road, Douglasville, GA 30135
Seminar: Financial Literacy: (in English & Spanish)
This seminar provides basic financial information to help consumers make better decisions about their
finances. Seminar provides tools related to savings, credit management, banking and personal money management.
Cost: free – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Workshops, Seminars, & Training in Gwinnett County
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Date/Time: February 25, 2010, 2:00p-8:00p
Location: Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church
4603 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn, GA 30047
Seminar: Home Rescue Fair:
Facing foreclosure? Are you behind with your mortgage payment? Are you in danger of losing your home? - Come to our Home Rescue Fair. We will evaluate your case and identify the best housing solution possible. Foreclosure intervention is provided by HUD approved housing counselors in private consultations.
Cost: Free No registration or RSVP necessary.
Date/Time: March 14, 2010, 1:00p-4:00p
Location: Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church
4603 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn, GA 30047
Seminar: Parenting Class Part 1: (in Spanish)
Communication, discipline and self-esteem are explained to parents as important aspects of active parenting
Cost: Free - minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: March 21, 2010, 1:00p-4:00p
Location: Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church
4603 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn, GA 30047
Seminar: Parenting Class Part 2: (in Spanish) Communications, discipline and self-esteem are explained to parents as important aspects of active parenting Cost: free - minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: May 25, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Lawrence Catholic Church
319 Grayson Hwy., Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Seminar: Immigration 101, Raid Response, Know your Rights: (in English and Spanish)
Introduction to the Immigration System, the Government Agencies, and the Process of Law to attain Legal Status. Review of government agencies, immigration system, "rights" review, advisory about raids.
Cost: $5:00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: June 15, 2010, 6:00p-9:00p
Location: St. Lawrence Catholic Church
319 Grayson Hwy., Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Seminar: Professional Development/In-service training for (ESL) English as a Second Language Volunteers: (in English) This training covers the basics of effectively teaching English to adults.
Cost: $17.00 per person - minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: June 15, 2010, 6:00p-9:00p
Location: St. Lawrence Catholic Church
319 Grayson Hwy., Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Seminar: Home Preservation & Financial Survival Skills: (in English & Spanish) Seminar covers the Georgia Law regarding Foreclosure & Evictions. It also provides basic money-management techniques that will help the consumers to make better financial decisions during times of distress.
Cost: free –minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: August 24, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: St. Lawrence Catholic Church
319 Grayson Hwy., Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Seminar: Financial Literacy: (in English & Spanish)
This seminar provides basic financial information to help consumers make better decisions about their
finances. Seminar provides tools related to savings, credit management, banking and personal money management.
Cost: free – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Date/Time: October 5, 2010, 6:30p-8:30p
Location: Our Lady of the Americas Catholic Church
4603 Lawrenceville Highway, Lilburn, GA 30047
Seminar: Disaster Preparedness & Response 101: (in English)
Presentation will provide “basic” information around types of disasters, terminology, what some of the needs will be in the communities & parishes and who should be part of this process.
Cost: $5.00 p. person – minimum of 10 persons needed for seminar
To register: and for questions & information, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen at Catholic Charities: phone: (404) 885-7238 or e-mail: jhansen@archatl.com
Other Training Available
Catholic Charities is pleased to offer workshops, seminars & trainings, facilitated by our professionally trained staff, to help enrich, inform and support our community partners. Existing groups such as parish staff, parish ministry groups, special interest groups or groups of teachers and/or parents of school-age children, can participate in any of the available presentations which will be provided on site at their parish or Catholic school. Catholic Charities is excited about bringing these valuable resources to our parish and school partners.
Note: For more information on a particular workshop just click on the title.
Family-oriented presentations on Mental Health & Educational Topics
Communications, discipline and self-esteem are explained to parents as important aspects of active parenting.
Goal: to assist with and improve parenting skills
Who can benefit: Parents and caregivers
Length of workshop: 6 hours
Offered in: Spanish only
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons minimum
Maximum # attendees: 25 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
The emotional consequences of migration and exile are addressed.
Goal: to help participants understand the acculturation
process
Who can benefit: Immigrants and/or people interested in learning
what it means to start from scratch living in a new country and adapting to
a new culture.
Length of workshop: 2 hours
Offered in: Spanish only
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons minimum
Maximum # attendees: 25 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Important aspects of a healthy relationship for couples are explained and practiced.
Goal: to improve couples’ relationships
Who can benefit: couples
Length of workshop: 4 hours
Offered in: Spanish only
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons minimum
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
The different causes of low school achievement and what parents can do to help.
Goal: for parents who would like to take an active role
in their children’s Education.
Who can benefit: parents and teachers
Length of workshop: 2 hours
Offered in: Spanish only
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons minimum
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Brief explanations and multiple skills practice examples create a lively learning environment. Full Group exercises are all based on scenarios to safeguard privacy. You will never listen to a long, dry lecture.
Goal: to discuss sensitive issues; how to deal with change;
resolving conflict amicably with win-win solutions; healing after mishaps.
Who can benefit: married couples (engaged couples) seeking
to enrich their relationship
Length of workshop: two 4 hour sessions
Offered in: English, Spanish or French
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 16 persons minimum (8
couples)
Maximum # attendees: 24 persons (12 couples) (depending on
the space at your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Technical training to help build better communities and enrich our daily lives
This training will cover all the pre-planning, recruiting, needs-assessment,
etc. that needs to be happening before you welcome students to the first
class.
Goal: Give parish leaders the tools to develop, create and
implement a parish-based ESL program
Who should attend: parish leaders, parish adult education
staff, pastoral council members
and parishioners interested in supporting an ESL program.
Length of workshop: 3 hours
Offered in: English and Spanish
Minimum # attendees: 10 persons minimum
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
The Training is in six parts:
1. Basics I: Teacher & Student; 2. Basics II: Language & Language
Teaching Techniques; 3. Classroom Management & Lesson Planning; 4. Listening & Speaking
Techniques; 5. Reading, Writing & Grammar; 6. Assessment and record keeping
This training will cover all the pre-planning, recruiting, needs-assessment, etc. that needs to be happening before you welcome students to the first class.
Goal: To equip parish ESL Program leaders with skills to
teach effectively.
Who should attend: Parish ESL volunteers and leaders
Length of workshop: 3 hours
Offered in: English and Spanish
Minimum # attendees: 10 persons minimum
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
This training reviews the basic laws and practices related to Child Passenger Safety. Participants will learn how to properly install and use a variety of child safety seats.
Goal: To increase awareness of and proper usage of child
safety seats
Who should attend: anyone who has children ages 0 – 12 years
in their cars
Length of workshop: 2 hours
Offered in: English
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 25 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Provides instruction and tools on how to effectively work with "clients" in
need and maintain your own sanity.
Goal: Helps those who work with the community to establish
and maintain appropriate boundaries, procedures and expectations.
Who should attend: Members of parish ministries that serve
people in stressful situations (e.g., SVDP, Stephen Ministry, Angel
Ministry)
Length of workshop: 4 hours
Offered in: English only
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 12 persons
Maximum # attendees: 30 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Presentation will provide “basic” information around types of disasters, terminology, what some of the needs will be in the parishes and who should be part of this process.
Goal: Obtain basic knowledge of disaster preparedness and
what they can begin to do in their own parish.
Who should attend: parish employees, parishioners and/or
anyone interested in learning about
Disaster and/or disaster work
Seminar: 1-2 hours
Offered in: English only
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Housing Counseling/Financial Literacy
This seminar covers the Georgia Law regarding Foreclosure & Evictions. It also provides basic money-management techniques that will help the consumers to make better financial decisions during times of distress.
Goal: Provide consumers with basic information to make
informed decisions about
their homes and financial situation.
Who should attend: Parishioners & community members that
may be facing foreclosure/eviction
and/or financial difficulties.
Seminar: 3 hours
Offered in: English, Spanish, Translators for: Nepali, Burmese,
French & Farsi
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
This seminar provides basic financial tools to help consumers make better decisions about their finances.
Goal: Provide tools related to savings, credit management,
banking and personal money management.
Who should attend: Parishioners & community members that
may be facing financial difficulties.
Seminar: 3 hours
Offered in: English, Spanish, Translators for: Nepali, Burmese,
French & Farsi
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
This seminar provides basic information and guidance on how to identify and avoid the predatory lenders in our community.
Goal: Provides appropriate tools to help consumers to avoid
the use of predatory lenders and look for alternative services.
Who should attend: Parishioners & community members who
are the targets of predatory
lending practices and/or those who work with and advise these individuals.
Seminar: 3 hours
Offered in: English, Spanish, Translators for: Nepali, Burmese,
French & Farsi
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
This seminar provides a comprehensive overview of the homebuying process from evaluating mortgage readiness to taking possession of the house.
Goal: Provides consumers with all the information related
to the home buying process, loan issues and closing.
Who should attend: Parishioners & community members who
are in the process of or considering purchasing a home.
Seminar: 8 hours
Offered in: English, Spanish, Translators for: Nepali, Burmese,
French & Farsi
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Provides information and advice on finding favorable mortgage loan terms; relations with lenders; home improvement & rehabilitation; property maintenance; housing enforcement procedures; loans; accessibility codes; etc.
Goal: To assist consumers in maintaining their home ownership.
Who should attend: Parishioners & community members who
are home owners or preparing to be home owners.
Seminar: 4-6 hours
Offered in: English, Spanish, Translators for: Nepali, Burmese,
French & Farsi
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 20 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Social Justice & Advocacy
This session provides participants with knowledge of the services and support of the PPA program. It is for Pro-Life and Social Justice groups and parish groups serving people in crisis pregnancies.
Goal: To provide information & resources that can assist
the efforts of pro-life efforts within parishes.
Who should attend: Social Justice and Pro-Life Leaders and
parishioners serving those in crisis pregnancies.
Seminar: 1 hours
Offered in: English, Spanish
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 10 persons
Maximum # attendees: 25 persons (depending on the space at
your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
This presentation serves as an introduction to social justice through the lens of the 7 key themes of Catholic Social Teaching and can be presented in a variety of ways depending upon the audience. Presentation can be amended to focus on one or any number of the 7 key themes to speak to a particular issue ( e.g., solidarity, global poverty, rights of workers, Catholics and political life, simple living).
Goal: To familiarize the audience with the 7 key themes
of Catholic Social Teaching, to shed light on the Church's rich justice tradition
and to introduce the audience to resources that dive deeper into and provoke
thought on the Church's social teaching ( i.e. encyclicals, pastoral letters,
interfaith statements, advocacy alerts). A major goal is also to provide follow
up, opportunities for action, and next step for audiences looking to become
more involved in justice-related activities and initiatives.
Who should attend: Presentation is adaptable for all including,
but not limited to youth (junior and higher); young adults (20-30's); adults;
parish ministry leaders; and for parishioners, priests deacons and religious.
Workshop: 1 hour
Offered in: English
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 30 persons
Maximum # attendees: 200 persons (depending on the space
at your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
This presentation serves as an overview of the history of immigration, the Catholic Church's position on immigration, the U.S. Bishops' principles on immigration, a glance at today's immigration legal system, a wake-up call dispelling myths, and a look at local, national and international statements made by leaders of the Catholic Church on immigration.
Goal: Goals of this presentation are to familiarize the
audience with the Church's teaching on immigration, dispel myths, open hearts
to welcome the stranger, and make public the positions taken by our local
bishop, the U.S. Bishops and other faith leaders. We will introduce the audience
to a variety of papal encyclicals, pastoral documents, and interfaith statements
on immigration and will provide follow up with opportunities for action and
next steps for audiences looking to become involved in the Catholic Church's
legislative push for a comprehensive immigration reform. We will also work
with those parish leaders and parishes who are ready to bring together the
diverse audiences of their own parish for dialogue and relationship building.
Who should attend: Presentation is geared towards an adult
audience (ages 20 and older).
Available for parishioners, priests, deacons, religious and laity.
Workshop: 1 hours
Offered in: English
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 30 persons
Maximum # attendees: 200 persons (depending on the space
at your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
Introduction to the Immigration System, the Government Agencies, and the Process of Law to attain Legal Status. Review of government agencies, immigration system, "rights" review, advisory about raids.
Goal: This presentation informs
citizens and non-citizens on how the immigration
system works. Helps the vulnerable population prepare in case of
raids.
Who should attend: Presentation is geared toward an
adult audience of citizens and non-citizens
alike to learn about the immigration system.
Workshop: 2-3 hours
Offered in: English and Spanish
Minimum # attendees: Your group of 50 persons
Maximum # attendees: 200 persons (depending on the space
at your parish)
More Information: If your parish or special interest group would like the professional Catholic Charities staff to present this seminar at your parish, please contact: Jutta M. Hansen, Manager – PR & Marketing, phone: (404) 885-7238, or jhansen@archatl.com
All services are offered in a compassionate, professional manner in keeping with the tenets of Catholic Social Teaching and national standards for social services. The programs and services of Catholic Charities Atlanta are funded in part by individual donations. For more information about how to make a donation, contact us at 404.885.7474 or visit us at our website at www.catholiccharitiesatlanta.org.
