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This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
Qatt ħsibt li d-don tiegħek tal-kitba u l-poeżija tista’ tħaddmu biex tħarbex lirika li tista’ titkanta fil-liturġija tal-Knisja? Qed noffrulek opportunità li dan twettqu fil-kors Ħarbex ir-Rima! Dan huwa kors ta' 3 workshops li l-Akkademja tal-Mużika Sagra Francesco Azopardi qed torganizza b'kollaborazzjoni mal-Pastoral Formation Institute għal dawk kollha li jixtiequ jħaddmu d-don tal-kitba u l-poeżija b’għan qaddis.L-għan tal-kors hu li jispira il-ħolqien ta’ lirika ġdida bil-Malti xierqa għall-kant liturġiku, taħt gwida.It-tħarbix se jsir b’mod individwali, kif ukoll ma’ ħaddieħor fi gruppi żgħar kif ukoll f’mumenti ta’ qsim bejn kulħadd.
This course offers an introduction to key themes of the main areas of Catholic theology. These include fundamental, scriptural, dogmatic, ecclesiological, and ethical concepts that guide the evangelizing mission of the Church. By the end of the course, the attendee will become aware of what the sources of theology are and gain a basic understanding of the main areas of Catholic theology.
This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
This course is designed for individuals serving as lectors in their parishes or churches, equipping them to be today’s prophets who proclaim God’s Word with reverence and understanding. It begins with an introduction to the Holy Scriptures, offering a comprehensive overview. Participants will learn to identify different types of texts, such as letters, commands, and narratives, and how to effectively communicate these in their ministry. The course also explores the use of the Lectionary, deepening participants' understanding of its structure and purpose in liturgical settings. Lectors will receive guidance on praying with the Holy Scriptures, enriching their spiritual lives and enhancing their ability to proclaim the Word. Additionally, the course includes training in public speaking, enabling participants to deliver Scripture readings with confidence, clarity, and conviction.
This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
This short course is designed for employees and volunteers who work with children, young people, and vulnerable adults, or who handle their data. Participants will gain an understanding of the key principles of safeguarding and develop skills to create and maintain a safe environment for all individuals in their care.By the end of the course, participants will be able to:Familiarise themselves with safeguarding policiesUnderstand legal obligations concerning child abuseIdentify signs and symptoms of abuseUnderstand disclosures of abuseIdentify core principles of safeguardingPractise professional boundaries effectivelyKnow their legal obligations under the Protection of Minors (Registration) Act (2011) and the Minors Protection Act (2019)Recognise different types of abuse and poor practicesLearn a standard response to disclosures of abuseRecognise signs of abuseIdentify appropriate actions to take when concerned and understand who to approach for support
This course is aimed at those who already play the organ in our churches or those interested in starting this ministry, to help strengthen their understanding of the organist’s role. One or two sessions will be held in different churches, providing participants with the opportunity to practise on organs of various styles, models, and eras. Attendees will learn about the organ’s central place in the liturgy, its structure and maintenance, the art of registration, and the art of improvisation within the liturgy.
This course offers an engaging introduction to the Second Vatican Council, focusing on its historical context and transformative vision for the Church. Special attention is given to the four major constitutions and a thematic overview of the remaining documents. Participants will explore key teachings on revelation, liturgy, the Church, mission, and dialogue with the modern world—deepening their understanding of Vatican II’s call to renewal, evangelization, and active participation in the life of the Church.