Formation For Mission Program and Event 2021

Lasallian Formation for Mission Events and Programs 2021

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Major Events of 2021 Lasallian Educator Programs Young Lasallians Programs

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Building New Paths to Transform Lives How might we describe the spirit of this age? Some philosophers contend that our time is fraught with new dangers, some doubt a positive future for humanity; for example, Byung-Chul Han believes that today’s society is tired, anxious, depressed, worried about producing and saving money3. We wish that our Institute’s response will flow from a spring of apostolic energy to create life-giving opportunities, to develop empathy and to follow courageously the ideals that pushed John Baptist de La Salle to create in his time a new way of going forward4. We are building a new bridge between the past decades and this new one, and our special care is for the young who are vulnerable to the cruelties in our age, those who are lonely, and those whose families have migrated to other latitudes in search of a life of dignity. They thirst for life-giving initiatives that will give them confidence to face the future with hope.

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Han, Byung-Chul (2013). Topologie der Gewalt [Topology of Violence]. Editorial Herder, pp. 69-70.

Brothers of the Christian Schools (2015). The Rule, 27. Casa Generalizia.

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This is the logo selected by the Preparatory Commission for the 46th General Chapter. It shows an open hand, in an attitude of offering, blessing and help.

The fingers of the hand are reminiscent of the open leaves of the lotus, symbol of the Thai culture that will host the General Chapter in Pattaya and that represents the search for new paths to transform the lives of protagonists and recipients in our mission.

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About the 46th General Chapter May 2022 Pattaya, Thailand Constituted to represent the whole Institute, the General Chapter has been since the days of the Founder the ultimate expression of the communion that exists among all the Brothers. It perpetuates among them the living fidelity to the special charism of the Institute. https://fsc46gc.lasalle.org/?lang=en #fsc46gc Delegates are currently being elected to represent each District and Delegation.

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Lasallian Youth Gathering (LYG) Walking New Paths

Dates: July 7-10, 2021

Major Events of 2021

Location: Sydney, Australia Cost: $450* per delegate *indicative cost only Short description: LYG embodies a joyful zest for life, bringing our inclusive community together. It is a hands-on and potentially life-changing experience that invites dialogue amongst the rich diversity of stories. The last LYG saw 250 Young Lasallians gather from 6+ countries.

Target Audience: School based audience: Young Lasallians from Year 10 - 13 Lasallian Alumni: 18 - 25 years old

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PNG Lasallian Women of HOPE Symposium

Dates: 12-16 July Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Animated by the theme, “The Promise of Vitality Through the Lens of Lasallian Women,” this Symposium will invite Lasallian women to seize this moment and respond to the call of our District Plan to be “Transforming Lives, Sustained by Faith, and Energising Mission” through workshops, keynotes, and a vibrant experience of community.

Target Audience: Women engaged in Lasallian ministries throughout the District of ANZPPNG and/ or who are members of the Lasallian Family PNG, as well as female alumni of Lasallian schools

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Major Events of 2021

Cost: TBD

New for 2021: Lasallian Animators

Major Events of 2021

A program of ongoing personal and professional formation and accompaniment for key staff at schools or yourtown who are currently or will become involved in formation and charism animation within their communities.

These Lasallian Animators will be equipped and empowered to animate and sustain the vitality and viability of the charism in their communities, and to inspire others to join them in doing so. They will be provided with skills, resources, and a network of fellow Lasallian Animators with whom to collaborate as they support their own community.

The formation offered will be linked to the ‘Lasallian Formation for Mission: The Pilgrim’s Handbook’ (the Institute’s new guiding formation document). It will be delivered in a hybrid model of communal and personalised support via several online gathering and equipping programs for all Lasallian Animators, as well as individual accompaniment and assistance.

Online Lasallian Animator Gatherings: February 8, May 10, August 9, November 1 $250 per person, per year, including program materials and resources ALL schools and yourtown are asked to nominate a Lasallian Animator and to notify the Director of Formation by 30 October, 2020 so that the Formation for Mission Team may be in touch with them before the end of this year.

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Together for Mission

Together for Mission is an intensive, two-year program for leaders and aspiring leaders in Lasallian schools and yourtown. With the aim of, together, enhancing our capacity to work effectively for the wellbeing and education of young people, especially the most vulnerable, the program draws on three sources of wisdom: participants’ own experience, the best of current educational and social research, and our 340 years of adapting to the differing needs of young people in many different global contexts.

We are accepting expressions of interest for participants in the second cohort of Together for Mission, who will also gather in person for their first block in November 2021.

In the meantime, we will use online platforms to enable communication with and among participants, in preparation for our next residential gathering.

Dates: 7-12 November Locations: Rydges Hotel, Cronulla, NSW, Australia Cost: $1990 per block (excl. travel) For more Information: https://www.delasalle.org.au/together-for-mission.html “Thank you all very much for constructing this [Professional Learning Opportunity]. It is really going to shape me into a better teacher/educator Lasallian. I like that I am engaged in [Professional Learning Opportunities] with colleagues that I am engaged in [Professional Learning Opportunities] with colleagues from our area - ANZPPNG and Sector. A residential programme is invaluable, learning alongside others, sharing meals etc. with one another.”

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Lasallian Educator Programs

Our first cohort of Together for Mission participants gathered for a week in Ormiston (Brisbane) in November 2019. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the second gathering of this cohort had to be postponed until November 2021.

Lasallian Educator Programs

Our Lasallian Compass

This program introduces staff to our living Lasallian Heritage: the ongoing story, lived spirituality and innovative pedagogy of the Lasallian educational mission and its application to the contemporary Catholic school and to the work of yourtown. From 2021, this program is a hybrid in-person/online experience which begins with an in-person day of orientation and community building and then continues throughout the year with online gatherings for all new staff from across the District, depthing initial formation and building cross-ministry connections.

In-Person: February 15/16 (Sydney), and elsewhere as arranged to suit local needs the team is happy to travel to schools/sites across the District Online Gatherings: May 26, August 18, November 10 Cost: $100 per person (excl. presenter travel costs when outside Sydney) An initial formation experience for staff who are new to the Lasallian school or work. “I enjoyed hearing about the Lasallian background for the first time. I now have a better understanding of the underlying values of my school.�

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Exploring Our Lasallian Heritage

Dates: 20-23 June Location: Ormiston, QLD Cost: $750 per person (excl. travel) A program for those who have already had at least an initial induction.

“It’s difficult for me to express my gratitude for being able to be a part of such a special and valuable experience. I firmly believe that I have grown because of the past days. In many ways, these days have proved to me that [the College where I work] is not only a wonderful place to be; but that I am a part of something great and truly special. I am where I should be.”

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Lasallian Educator Programs

A four-day residential program for staff involved in Lasallian schools and yourtown that builds both knowledge and experience of our Lasallian Heritage, including further exploration of concepts such as charism, story, pedagogy, and spirituality. It provides a formative experience within the context of community and fosters networks of Lasallians from across the District.

Lasallian Educator Programs

Twilight Retreats (in person and online)

Primarily held online, Twilight Retreats are an opportunity for Lasallians from across our District (and beyond) to gather, pause, reflect, and recharge in the midst of a busy week. A simple 45 minute gathering, inclusive of various traditions and grounded in Lasallian spirituality, these retreats are designed to be accessible and refreshing.

Online Dates: 24 February, 19 May, 11 August, and 3 November Location: Primarily online; in-person programs may be arranged by local request Online Retreats are free; costs associated with requests for in-person facilitation can be discussed when booking Open to all (adult) Lasallians, whether school staff, classroom teachers, yourtown employees, alumni, Brothers, or others “I just wanted to contact you to congratulate your team on the wonderful retreat, “On the Wallaby Track” that our Executive and staff members were part of recently. … [Those] involved have discussed with me how powerful, uplifting and beneficial the online retreat was and that it built a real sense of camaraderie with other Lasallians. A lovely initiative.

Thank you and well done.”

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Staff Retreat or Professional Development Programs

Programs across a range of themes can be tailored to meet local needs and new programs are frequently created based on school/site interests.

Cost to be determined in consultation based on program length, staffing requirements, and travel “I certainly gained a lot from the day and feel much better and comfortable in reflecting on my teaching and day to day relationship with colleagues and students even though I have taught for 37 years. Thank you all so, so, so, so much!�

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Lasallian Educator Programs

Dates to suit school/site (as arranged)

Lasallian Educator Programs

Board Formation Programs

Opportunities for both initial and ongoing support for directors and Board chairs is available, including both personal and communal options. Possibilities include conferences, targeted formation days, short series, and formation components in meetings. The intention is to deepen engagement with the Lasallian charism and to develop Board capacity for contributing to the Lasallian educational mission in the governance of the District’s ministries.

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Distinctly Lasallian A Reflection Tool for Lasallian Ministries

Dates to suit school/site (as arranged)

New for 2021, the Director of Formation for Mission looks forward to leading both Lasallian ministries and the Formation for Mission Team in the implementation of this initiative. During this first year, Lasallian Mission Council will cover all facilitation costs.

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Lasallian Educator Programs

Distinctly Lasallian is a reflection tool and accompaniment process aimed at assisting Lasallian ministries within the District to reflect on and understand better what it means to be part of the La Salle Educational Network.

Young Lasallian Programs

Multiple Retreat / Reflection Programs for Years 4 - 13

The Young Lasallians Team facilitates over 100+ tailored retreat experiences each year.

We excel at tailoring the program to your context including Catholic Communities with no Lasallian connection and multi-charism schools.

Dates to suit school needs (as arranged) Cost: $18 Per Student Per Day + Travel Costs for facilitation team “The Lasallian Youth Ministers run retreats like no other. They are engaging presenters and connect with our students on a personal level, making every student feel a part of the experience. They give our students the opportunity to deepen their faith in a safe and supportive environment. Our students are keen to go to retreats and love connecting with the Youth Ministers.� - Principal

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Lasallian Student Leaders Seminar (LSLS)

LSLS provides an opportunity for College Leaders from across the District to be empowered to undertake their duties together and by association.

Location: The Collaroy Centre, Sydney, NSW Australia Cost: $450* per delegate (excl. travel) Target Audience: Elected Student Leaders (Year 12/13) “Never before have I been in a community where everyone is so welcoming and in unity.� - Student

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Young Lasallian Programs

Dates: January 18-22

Young Lasallian Programs

Digital LSLS

An engaging online Lasallian Student Leaders Seminar Experience will be offered to ensure that those who are unable to attend in-person are provided with a tailored experience which prepares them well for their leadership roles and connects them with other Young Lasallian student leaders.

Details will be shared with each Principal during Terms 3 and 4 of the 2020 school year.

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Formative Experiences for Youth Ministers and Lasallian Volunteers

The Young Lasallians team gathers together a network of 40+ Youth Ministry practitioners each year and provides ongoing accompaniment in their service to their diverse communities.

Cost: $375* per delegate (excl. travel) Regathering on the Pilgrimage (formerly Mid-Year Formation): July 5 - 6 Cost: $200* per delegate(excl. travel) Youth Ministers will also be present at LSLS and LYG. The Pilgrimage Continues (formerly Debrief): December 1 - 5 Cost: Free *indicative costs

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Young Lasallian Programs

Gathering for the Pilgrimage (formerly January Formation): January 16 - 18

Young Lasallian Programs

Young Adults & Alumni Communities (online and in-Person)

DROP-IN EXPERIENCES

ST YON EXPERIENCES

PARMENIE EXPERIENCES

are an invitation to do as the name suggests, drop-in and connect with other Lasallian Alumni across communities.

is Lasallians in action, being with and on the margins.

We are inspired to serve the last, the lost and the least.

is for those on the journey seeking something more; community, rest and purpose amongst the busyness of life.

PATHWAYS EXPERIENCES

RETREAT VOLUNTEERING

invite people to consider their calling in a communal setting to learn, grow and serve.

is an opportunity to serve students in school communities alongside the Young Lasallians Team through facilitation and music ministry. Each Retreat Volunteer is provided professional development and safeguarding.

For More Details: Watch our social media and website

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Young Lasallians Evenings: Our Vision. Our Passion. Our Future.

“You are Part of the Miracle: Our Vision.

Our Passion.

Our Future.�

Cost: Free

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Young Lasallian Programs

These evenings will gather local Lasallian communities, digitally and in person, to invite conversation around the Lasallian theme for 2021:

Consultancy for Effective Ministry

Philippe Dulawan

Madeline Forde

Young Lasallian Programs

Sebastian Duhau

Damian Khoury

Lydia Avia-Aumua

Our unique network, experience, and expertise allow our team to work in and adapt to a multitude of contexts. We are then able to share good news stories of effective ministry and to continually study, refine, and share the principles behind these successes. Our three areas of consultancy are in Providing ongoing accompaniment of individuals and/or ministry teams Designing high-quality programs, retreats and events to be facilitated by local teams Offering music ministry facilitation, capacity development and formation Costs to be determined in consultation.

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The work of Formation For Mission in the District of Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, and Papua New Guinea is led by the Formation and Young Lasallians Teams at Lasallian Mission Services.

Together and by Association, they seek to empower Lasallians across the District through expert Facilitation, Accompaniment and Consultation services.

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younglasallians@delasalle.org.au formationformission@delasalle.org.au www.delasalle.org.au +61 (02) 9795 6400

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