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Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., discusses how an integrated feedback session and written report can help vocation and formation directors support a candidate throughout the discernment and formation experience.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., offers strategies for forming and acculturating international candidates in this area.

Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., discusses the impact of culture on personality development.

Jeff Jenkins, M.A., explores the essential elements of human language and how it may affect human formation.

Mary Pat Garvin, RSM, Ph.D., explores the pre-tirement trend and the advantages of identifying your “encore ministry” in the service of healthy aging.

Tasha Dorsey, Psy.D., offers strategies for developing healthy interdependence between leaders and community members.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., discusses the lay charism and how it is expressed in lay ministry.

Rev. Paul Scaglione, M.Div., discusses a pastoral approach to accompanying trauma survivors.

David M. George, R.N., M.Div., recommends easy-to-implement habits for enhancing health and wellness in older adults.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., explores structuring a celibacy formation program and evaluating progress in celibate living.

Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., offers strategies for managing technology use effectively.

Sr. Jane Becker, OSB, Ph.D. identifies benchmarks for growth in affective maturity.

Rev. Denis Robinson, OSB, discusses the question of the use of internal versus external forum in seminary and religious formation.

Rev. Peter Marshall, MSW, M.Div. explores discernment of celibacy as a unique call from God.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D. and Sr. Jane Becker, OSB, Ph.D. explore the unique challenges and opportunities that arise in directing formation with women and men.

Br. Zachary Wilberding, OSB, explores current methods of theological reflection and their role in forming candidates for lives of celibate chastity.

John C. Cavadini, Ph.D., explores the connection between celibacy and the deep practice of spiritual accompaniment.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., explores red flags associated with Internet pornography use and offers strategies for intervention.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., offers a comprehensive and ready-to-implement model for a celibacy formation program.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the nature of celibate chastity and how it is informed by the particular charism of a religious order.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, D.Min., Ph.D., explores how to joyfully embrace and positively express sexuality in a celibate vocation.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the dimensions of a theology of mercy and suggests a process of spiritual renewal.

Sr. Jane Becker, OSB, Ph.D., outlines the steps to healthy forgiveness and offers practical methods for navigating the healing process.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the ethics of evaluating and treating Catholic clients.

Christopher Block, Ph.D., offers strategies for overcoming negative self-perception and improving emotional health.

Rev. Paul Scaglione, M.Div., explores the spiritual and psychological impact of caregiving and offers ways for caregivers to experience spiritual renewal.

Rev. Ronald Knott, D.Min., explores how to combat apathy in ministry and renew your commitment to excellence.

Ann Garrido, D.Min., offers strategies for managing conflict in a way that bears witness to our deepest Christian beliefs.

Nancy A. Kluge, Ph.D., LCPC, explores the psychology of hoarding behavior and offers strategies for intervention and treatment.

Michael R. Pollard, LCSW, offers strategies for managing anxious feelings in a healthy, effective way.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., offers strategies for a healthy, effective transition to retirement.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, D.Min.,Ph.D., offers practical, healthy ways to prevent narcissism from affecting our ability to lead and serve.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., presents skills and strategies for offering pastoral care to families.

Rev. Paul Scaglione, M.Div., offers ways to cultivate the listening and self-reflection skills needed to accompany others on their spiritual journey.

Stephen Carroll, Ph.D., LCPC, explores the current research on the role of religious beliefs and spirituality on the development of and treatment for addictions.

Rev. Hugh Lagan, SMA, Psy.D., explores how emotional intelligence skills can help us become more effective leaders.

Rev. Hugh Lagan, SMA, Psy.D., explores how emotional intelligence skills can help us successfully navigate complicated relationships.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., explores the spiritual-psychological connection and offers ways to distinguish between and address spiritual versus mental health challenges.

Nancy A. Kluge, PhD, LCPC offers ways to navigate an intervention successfully and support those seeking treatment for mental health issues.

Suzanne N. Hollman, Psy.D., explores the concept of cultural empathy and offers ways to improve intercultural communication in a ministry setting.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the corporal and spiritual works of mercy and offers practical ways to grow in this virtue.

Mary J. Novak, J.D., M.A., demystifies the ancient process of discernment and offers practical ways to enter into a discerning way of life.

Registered dietitian nutritionist Fran Johnson, MS, RDN, LD offers practical strategies for managing how we eat and establishing a healthier relationship with food.

Explore the key components of the Guidelines for the Use of Psychology in Seminary Admissions.

Taryn Millar, Psy.D., offers ways to build your personal resilience and ability to handle adversity in a healthy way.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., offers practical skills for improving your ability to communicate candidly with others.

Dana Dowd, PT, MS, offers tips for creating a personal health and fitness plan to help focus your efforts and achieve better overall results.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., Ph.D., combines clinical insights and pastoral experience to help confessors provide healing and assistance to those seeking freedom from Internet pornography use.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., presents a four-part, multifaceted model of celibacy as a lived experience.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D. addresses what sexual integrity and sexual integration look like in the context of a commitment to chaste celibacy.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, D.Min., Ph.D., explores the results of his research on priestly spirituality, happiness, and wellness.

In the final session of the Living Celibacy series, Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., examines emotional intelligence as an important skill for living chaste celibacy well.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., identifies communication skills for ministering to individuals with complicated personalities.

Kathleen R. Toellner, Psy.D., explores ways to proactively assist individuals dealing with dementia in a community setting.

Rev. Robert Ray, M.Div. explores the basic elements of effective spiritual direction and offers strategies for engaging in a fruitful spiritual direction relationship.

Nancy A. Kluge, Ph.D., LCPC, explores the warning signs of behavioral addictions and offers practical treatment and prevention strategies.

Sam Stodghill, Psy.D., explores the connection between mindfulness and healthy ministry and offers ways to incorporate mindfulness into daily life.

Stephen Carroll, Ph.D., LCPC explores the current research on spirituality in the workplace and offers strategies for preventing burnout in a ministerial setting.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., provides a multi-factored definition of sexual identity and explores how our sexual history and values influence how we identify ourselves as sexual people.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., explores current research on treatment for depression and offers practical tips for proactive support.

Sr. Carol Marozzi, SSJ offers ways to discern God’s will in everyday life and strengthen our commitment to spiritual growth.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen J. Rossetti, D.Min., Ph.D., presents new research on the causes of ministry burnout.

Sr. Jane Becker, OSB, Ph.D., explores what happens to us emotionally and spiritually as we encounter major change.

Rev. Gerard Fieldhouse-Byrne, D.Min., examines what the Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches about celibate chastity and applies it to our understanding of human freedom and healthy sexual integration.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., explores common relational patterns and their impact on our personal and professional effectiveness.

Nancy A. Kluge, Ph.D., LCPC, explores the warning signs of problematic online behavior and offers practical skills for responding effectively to individuals struggling with this issue.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D. explores how to minister effectively to people with complicated personalities.

Maria Kereshi, Psy.D., explores the impact of stress on our physical and emotional health.

Explore how to maximize meaning and personal fulfillment in ministry with Rev. Hugh Lagan, SMA, Psy.D.

Learn the principles of good communication in a conflict situation and discover strategies for effectively managing and resolving conflict.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., provides an overview of key facets to be understood and examined when forming and evaluating candidates and community members for chaste celibacy.

Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., offers skills for navigating cross-cultural interactions.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., explores solitude as an essential tool for celibate life.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., offers strategies for choosing an appropriate path of support and treatment.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., explores a transformational leadership approach and offers skills for thriving in a pastoral setting.

Registered dietitian nutritionist Fran Johnson, MS, RDN, LD, explores the important connection between nutrition and psychological health.

Rev. Paul Scaglione, M.Div., presents a model for navigating major transition in faith communities.

Sarah Wahl, Ph.D., identifies common sleep problems and offers strategies for improved sleep quality.

Michael Day, Psy.D., provides an overview of common mental health challenges and offers strategies for assessment and intervention.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., identifies benchmarks for spiritual, psychological and emotional development.

Tom Krapu, Ph.D., explores how a “coach approach” to pastoral leadership supports effective, fulfilling ministry.

Taryn Millar, Psy.D., explores constructive expressions of anger and identifies healthy ways to manage this challenging emotion.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., recommends strategies for thriving in a challenging ministry environment.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the relationship between confession and spiritual growth.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, D.Min., Ph.D., explores the psychological and spiritual impact of trauma on individuals and faith communities.

Jane Becker, OSB, Ph.D., offers strategies for cultivating the emotional and interpersonal skills needed to thrive in ministry.

Maja Triantafilou, M.A., LCPC, offers strategies for managing perfectionistic tendencies in a healthy way.

Michael R. Pollard, LCSW, identifies strategies for managing difficult conversations with those close to us.

Rev. John Crossin, OSFS, Ph.D., explores spiritual friendship and its impact on our relationship with God.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores strategies for spiritual and emotional self-care.

Gary Thompson, Ph.D., explores how cognitive abilities change with age and provides a roadmap for minimizing cognitive decline.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores how a faith-based response can foster healing over time.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., offers practical ways to manage feelings of attraction in the context of celibate living.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., offers emotional intelligence and self-care tools for ministering to people with difficult personalities.

Taryn Millar, Psy.D., offers strategies for lowering the risk of compassion fatigue.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., offers practical strategies for de-escalating conflict in a ministry setting.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores best practices in evaluation of candidates for priesthood and religious life.

Michael Day, Psy.D., offers tools for suicide intervention and support.

Michael R. Pollard, LCSW, identifies strategies for improving the quality of our communication with others.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., discusses ways to develop a stronger Christian character.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., discusses the purpose of spiritual desolation and how to be open to the grace God wishes to bestow.

Taryn Millar, Psy.D., offers skills for building personal resilience and preventing ministry burnout.

Emily Cash, Psy.D., identifies healthy ways to manage our response to stressful situations.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., offers strategies for developing a healthier relationship with alcohol.

Martha Keys Barker, LCSW-C, offers mindful approaches for improving communication and relationships.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., offers strategies for establishing and maintaining healthy interpersonal boundaries.

Michael R. Pollard, LCSW, offers strategies for navigating family dynamics.

Emily Cash, Psy.D., offers skills for engaging the grieving process in a healthy way.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., discusses practical ways to approach the spiritual life in challenging times.

Br. John Mark Falkenhain, OSB, Ph.D., discusses the healthy exercise of power in Church ministry and religious life and its implications for building community.

Rev. Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, D.Min., Ph.D., explores healthy ways to manage our own response and offers strategies for effective pastoral care for others.

Rev. Hugh Lagan, SMA, Psy.D., explores the secrets of healthy aging for clergy and religious men and women.

Crystal Taylor-Dietz, Psy.D., explores the impact of identity and experience on implicit bias and offers skills for improving how we relate to others.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the unexpected opportunities for spiritual growth in difficult times and offers wellness strategies for pastoral leaders.

A reflection from Bishop Shelton Fabre of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, chair of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Ad Hoc Committee against Racism.

A. Mechelle Haywood, Psy.D., offers skills for engaging in conversations about racism and other issues of difference.

Rev. Ken Schmidt, MA, LPC, NCC, explores the impact of childhood trauma and offers strategies for pastoral care.

Rev. Hugh Lagan, SMA, Psy.D., offers practical strategies for navigating the challenges of caring for someone living with dementia.

A. Mechelle Haywood, Psy.D., offers skills for recognizing cognitive distortions and changing unhealthy thinking patterns.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the divine gift of Eucharistic humility.

Rev. Paul Scaglione, M.Div., discusses spiritual and pastoral care considerations in care for the dying.

Emily R. Cash, Psy.D., offers tools for increasing assertiveness and healthy self-expression.

Learn tools for sustainably managing depression over time in this six-week webinar series.

Learn the knowledge and skills for managing and intervening when mental health concerns arise arise in diocesan settings and religious life.

Learn clinical aspects of mental health diagnoses and strategies for providing critical support in parish, diocesan and religious community settings.

Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the tendency to over-spiritualize and offers practical ways to find appropriate support.