Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Community Engagement and Volunteerism
Awards
Publications and Speaking Engagements
Hobbies and Interests
Timeline
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HOLLY HOEY GERMANN

HOLLY HOEY GERMANN

Andover,MN

Summary

Experienced Catholic educator and spiritual director with over 30 years of leadership in faith formation, curriculum development, and retreat facilitation. Passionate about guiding individuals on their spiritual journeys and creating transformative learning experiences rooted in Catholic Social Teaching.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Spiritual Director, Private Practice

The Sacred Path
12.2023 - Current
  • Provide one-on-one spiritual direction, guiding individuals on their faith journeys
  • Develop workshops and retreats focused on deepening spiritual awareness and discernment

Theology Teacher | Theology Department Chair | Adult Faith Formation Coordinator

Totino-Grace High School
08.2013 - Current
  • Lead the Theology Department, overseeing curriculum development and faculty mentorship
  • Established and coordinated adult faith formation programs, fostering community engagement
  • Developed and implemented innovative theology courses, integrating Catholic Social Teaching
  • Mentored students in leadership and service initiatives, emphasizing moral courage and faith in action

Vice President for Faith Formation | Theology Teacher | Theology Department Chair

Benilde-St. Margaret's High School
08.1996 - 06.2013
  • Spearheaded faith formation initiatives, aligning programs with Catholic values and mission
  • Supervised and mentored faculty, enhancing theological instruction and student engagement
  • Designed retreats and service-learning experiences that deepened students' spiritual growth
  • Introduced interdisciplinary faith-based projects, fostering critical thinking and moral reasoning

Junior & Senior High Youth Minister | Junior High Religious Education Coordinator

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church
06.1993 - 08.1996
  • Developed dynamic youth ministry programs, increasing participation and engagement
  • Coordinated retreats, service projects, and liturgical experiences for young parishioners

Education

Certificate - Spiritual Direction

University of St. Catherine
St. Paul, MN
12.2023

Master of Catholic Education - undefined

St. Mary's University
Winona, MN
08.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
06.1996

Community Engagement and Volunteerism

  • Parish Volunteer, Church of St. Paul, Ham Lake, 2023 - Present
  • Parish and School Volunteer, St. Stephen's Catholic Church and School, 2000-2015
  • Read to Me Volunteer, Minneapolis Public Library at People Serving People, 2001-2003
  • Performing Arts Ministry, Board of Trustees, 1993-1995

Awards

  • Distinguished Lasallian and SSND Educator Award, Totino-Grace High School, 01/19
  • Teacher of the Year - ARC, 01/10
  • Change Maker Award - ARC, 01/10

Publications and Speaking Engagements

  • Webinar Presenter: Spiritual Direction: Walking the Sacred Path, Together, RELAN, 01/2025
  • Author Discussion Guide: A Catholic Case for Choosing Your Own Pronouns, Education for Justice, 01/2023
  • Presenter: St. Mary's Press Educator Summit, Winona, MN, 01/2012
  • Presenter: Religious Teachers Conference Keynote Speaker, Diocese of Portland, OR, 01/2012
  • Presenter: Luke Salm Conference, Maryland, 01/2011
  • Book Author: Jesus Christ: God's Love Made Visible, Teacher Guide, St. Mary's Press, 01/2011
  • Author Article: Cultivating Curiosity in a Classroom, Connect, 10/2007
  • Author Article: Making It Happen, Connect, 10/2007


Hobbies and Interests

Married to Jeff since 1994. We have two adult children. I love exploring the outdoors including hiking, kayaking, and enjoying time on my front porch.

Timeline

Spiritual Director, Private Practice

The Sacred Path
12.2023 - Current

Theology Teacher | Theology Department Chair | Adult Faith Formation Coordinator

Totino-Grace High School
08.2013 - Current

Vice President for Faith Formation | Theology Teacher | Theology Department Chair

Benilde-St. Margaret's High School
08.1996 - 06.2013

Junior & Senior High Youth Minister | Junior High Religious Education Coordinator

St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church
06.1993 - 08.1996

Master of Catholic Education - undefined

St. Mary's University

Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies

University of Minnesota

Certificate - Spiritual Direction

University of St. Catherine
HOLLY HOEY GERMANN