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Bishop Burbidge Announces New Director of Evangelization and Catechesis
The Most Reverend Michael F. Burbidge, Bishop of Raleigh, has announced the appointment of Sister Rose Marie Adams, I.H.M., to the position of Director of Evangelization and Catechesis.
Sister Rose is currently the Administrator of the Church Ministry Institute in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, a position she has held since 2001. The Institute is a three–year certificate program that provides adult Catholics with the opportunity to grow in their faith and deepen their skills and commitment to ministry in the Church.
In announcing the appointment, Bishop Burbidge noted that Sister Rose has an extensive background and training in the field of evangelization and catechesis. She holds a B.A. Degree in Theology from Immaculata University, an M.A. Degree in Religious Studies from St. Charles Seminary and an M.A. Degree in Christian Spirituality from Creighton University. She also has certification in Spiritual Direction and Retreats and in Liturgy.
Prior to her position in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Sister Rose served as principal of two Catholic elementary schools. She has conducted numerous workshops and retreats throughout the Eastern part of the United States.
“I am pleased to welcome Sister Rose to our Diocese,” Bishop Burbidge said. “Sister Rose brings a wealth of experience to this position. Our Catholic faithful will recognize her as a talented individual who enthusiastically shares her love for the Lord and His Church.”
Sister Rose says the position in the Diocese of Raleigh offers her a new challenge. She is responding to, what she terms “a movement of grace to be part of this ministry in the Diocese.”
“Having worked in the South,” Sister Rose said, noting her work at an elementary school in Virginia Beach in the 1990s. “I am aware of how vibrant the Church is and how it is growing in the region. I look forward to the opportunity to use my skills and talents in a Diocese that is growing.”
Sister Adams says she looks forward to working with Bishop Burbidge and with so many gifted people ministering in the Diocese of Raleigh.”
Sister Rose will begin her ministry in the Diocese of Raleigh on July 1, 2008.