Office of Pastoral Formation

- What This Office Does. . .
  
  The Office of Pastoral Formation builds up parishes, missions, and schools in the many areas of direct ministry and service they offer to the People of God. To help accomplish this goal, this office:
  
  Accompanies ministers as they meet the needs of the People of God in their care;
  
  Supports these ministers by providing resources and formation, assisting with planning, and helping craft direction for the mission;
  
  and Celebrates the mysteries of God with pastorates through days of spiritual renewal, retreats, and opportunities for pastorates to praise God together.
- Discipleship Formation for Lay Leaders
- Ministerio Hispano
- Ongoing Adult Formation
- Marriage Accompaniment
- Faith Formation for Youth
- Youth Ministry
- Catholic Schools
- Young Adult Ministry
- Director of Pastoral Formation
  
  Joe Wotawa completed his Bachelor of Arts in English and Philosophy, with a minor in Sociology, at Saint Louis University. After completing his undergraduate degree, Joe taught Theology and English at a Catholic high school in Saint Louis, Missouri while also serving in Campus Ministry, as Assistant Director of Service, and coaching volleyball. During his time teaching, Joe also served in faith formation at his local parish, planned and assisted with parish social outreach, and served in school governance for area Catholic schools.
  
  After three years of teaching, Joe completed his Master of Divinity at the Jesuit School of Theology of Santa Clara University. During this time, Joe helped his parish transition to a new model of preparation for Confirmation in accord with directions from the Archdiocese of San Francisco. During his studies, Joe also offered spirituality sessions at an area non-profit.
  
  Joe is grateful to serve the Church in Wyoming and to work with committed Catholics from across the state. In his free time, he enjoys hiking, camping, running, playing soccer, and photogprahy.