Give your teachers and catechists the gift of spiritual renewal this Advent. In this live, virtual retreat on “The Angels of Advent,” educator and author Jared Dees leads participants in prayer and reflection on the angelic messages to Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds—discovering how these words speak to their daily vocation as Catholic educators. Offered via Zoom and easy to organize after school or during a staff gathering, this retreat provides a peaceful pause for reflection, prayer, and renewal this Advent season.
Why this retreat is right for you:
- ✨ Easy to organize: One Zoom link for your whole staff—join together or from individual desks.
- 🙏 Spiritually enriching: Scripture-based reflections designed for Catholic educators.
- đź’¬ Interactive format: Includes guided prayer, personal reflection, and small-group sharing.
- ⏰ Flexible scheduling: Perfect for after-school meetings or Advent formation gatherings.
- đź’ˇ Practical inspiration: Encourages educators to connect faith, vocation, and classroom mission.
Limited availability due to scheduling—reserve your preferred date & time soon.
About the Presenter: Jared Dees
JARED DEES is the creator of The Religion Teacher (TheReligionTeacher.com), a popular website that provides practical resources and teaching strategies for religious educators. A respected graduate of the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) program at the University of Notre Dame, Dees holds master’s degrees in education and theology, both from Notre Dame.
Jared has given more than 100 keynote speeches and workshops to Catholic schools, parishes, and dioceses all across North America. He lives near South Bend, Indiana, with his wife and children.
Jared Dees is available for:
- Keynote Speeches
- Event Workshops
- After-school Staff Meetings (Virtual)
- Teacher In-services
Why Invite Jared to Speak at Your School, Parish, or Event?
- Practical: Your educators will walk away feeling equipped with new ideas.
- Inspiring: Your educators will feel inspired by stories of what works best in the world today.
- Heartfelt: Your educators will reflect on pray because we must never forget we are not alone. God is with us.
- Customized: Your educators will discover relevant resources and ideas for their specific situation.
- Actionable: Your educators will see immediate results by trying what they have learned the next time they teach.
