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What This Office Does. . .
The Office of Pastoral Formation seeks to equip parishes in the many areas of direct ministry and service they offer to the faithful and to assist in their ministries of evangelization. To help accomplish this goal, the Office of Pastoral Formation looks to provide: quality formation opportunities for lay leaders; regular networking opportunities for ministers across the Diocese of Cheyenne; opportunities for youth to gather and pray with other young Catholics; and support to parishes as they provide adults with opportunities for continued growth and formation in their faith.
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Director of Pastoral Formation
Joe Wotawa completed his Bachelor of Arts in English, Philosophy, with a minor in Sociology at Saint Louis University. After finishing his undergraduate degree, Joe taught Theology and English, while also serving in Campus Ministry, as Assistant Director of Service, and coaching volleyball at a Catholic high school in Saint Louis, Missouri. 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 new directions from the Archdiocese of San Francisco. During his studies, Joe also offered spirituality sessions at an area non-profit.
Joe is excited 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, reading, and creative writing.
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