Originally published at Southern Cross
Disabilities ministries focus of upcoming conference
LAKESIDE –– The “All Are One in the Body of Christ” Disabilities Ministries Conference will be held on Jan. 31 and Feb. 1 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish.
Presented in both English and Spanish, it will cover how to minister to parishioners with needs and disabilities. It will include several methodologies, testimonials and practical applications. Those attending both days will earn a certificate in special education.
The English-language conference will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., both Friday and Saturday. The Spanish-language conference will be from 6 to 9 p.m., Friday, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday.
There will be exhibitors representing various organizations, publishers and resources.
The event was organized by the Office for Evangelization and Catechetical Ministry, with the National Catholic Partnership on Disabilities and the advisory team for Ministry with Special Needs from the Diocese of Orange.
Admission is $50, including lunch and materials.
For more information, email ltrent@sdcatholic.org or call (858) 490-8232.
Workshop to explore end-of-life teachings
SAN DIEGO — The Office for Life, Peace and Justice will host “End-of-Life: A Catholic Perspective,” from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday, Jan. 13, at the diocesan Pastoral Center.
The free
