The Partnership 2013:
Where Faith and Disability Meet
November 1-3, 2013
Houston Marriott Westchase Hotel
Houston, Texas
Join Daniel Cardinal DiNardo and others nationally who support the outreach and involvement of
Catholics with disabilities of all ages, and their families, in the full life
of the Church – sacramental, liturgical, catechetical and spiritual.
Come learn how meaningful participation for all individuals with disabilities
can become a reality. Major addresses and learning sessions will cover a
variety of topics: bioethics, mental illness, autism, developmental
disabilities, Deaf/hard of hearing, sacramental preparation, family support in
a multicultural environment, the New Evangelization, inclusion in Catholic
schools and catechetical programs, and more. Learning sessions will be in
Spanish and English. Exhibitors will share innovative products and services.
Network with colleagues and families, share
your experiences, gain pastoral skills and strategies to guide the disability ministry of the
Church into the future.
As
stated by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB),
“We must recognize and appreciate the contribution persons with disabilities
can make to the Church's spiritual life, and encourage them to do the Lord's
work in the world according to their God-given talents and capacity.” (Welcome and Justice for People with Disabilities,
1998)
Everyone is welcome!
Persons with disabilities, their families and friends
Priests,
deacons, seminarians and religious
Catholic
school administrators and educators
Parish
catechetical leaders and catechists
Pastoral
and social justice ministers
All with a heart for disability
ministry
The
Mission of the
National Catholic Partnership on Disability
Rooted in Gospel values that affirm the dignity of every person, the National
Catholic Partnership on Disability (NCPD) works collaboratively to ensure
meaningful participation of people with disabilities in all aspects of the life
of the Church and society.
