Parish Pastoral Development: Developing pastoral ministry and leadership, in parish
Introduction to Sacraments Several Pastoral Areas and many parishes have asked for support around the questions of preparing for Sacraments – especially for occasions like weddings, first holy communions and funerals. This program is a response to those requests.
Venue: Mary Immaculate College The program offers:
The NOSTRA program is available to groups and individuals in:
This course is collaboration between the Pastoral Centre, the Church of Ireland and NOSTRA; and is offered as part of NOSTRA’s Certificate in Theology and Religious Studies. Participants can be assessed and receive NOSTRA college credits for their work. Call Noirin (061 400133) or Fr. Alan (061 204379) for further details
R.C.I.A. ‘I wish to be a full member of my parish’ The Rite of Christian Initiation of adults (RCIA) is a gentle process for teenagers and adults who wish to become full members of the Catholic Church. Its emphasis is on welcome and support. The Pastoral Centre does not run courses in RCIA. However we do provide training and support for parish R.C.I.A. groups, where invited. Please contact Noirin for details. Ministry to the bereaved Supporting Bereaved Families in our parish A number of pastoral areas and parishes have asked for support in the area of ministry to the bereaved, including helping families prepare for the funeral liturgy. In response to this we have developed a four night program which we will be offering this Spring. We would be happy to repeat it across the county if requested. A diocesan certificate will be available on full completion of training. Only twenty places will be available, so early booking is essential. Information night Date: Monday, 25th January Time: 8.00p.m Venue: Millennium Hall, Raheen Cost: No charge – open to all Training Date: Tuesdays 9th, 16th, 23rd February and 2nd March Time: 7.30 – 9.45p.m Venue: Millennium Hall, Raheen Cost: Team of 4-5 per parish. €200 per parish team.
Pastoral Leadership Meetings training for Chairpersons, Secretaries and Presiders at Local Pastoral Meetings.
Pastoral Area teams, Parish Pastoral Councils, Parish Ministry teams and the Diocesan Pastoral Council: All these are pastoral meetings which are convened by a presider, facilitated by a chairperson and recorded by a secretary.
These meetings differ from business meetings in their vision, purpose and spirit of consensus and collaboration. The groups executive (Presider, Chair, Secretary) are advised to gather well in advance of meetings to ensure continuity, both of vision, and of the group. The Pastoral Centre intends the following to be an annual training day for all members of all pastoral executives.
Date: Saturday, 13th February Time: 11.00a.m – 6.00p.m Venue: Pastoral Centre Cost: €20 per person A certificate of attendance will be awarded on completion, Only 40 places available, pre-booking essential.
Gifts and Skills for Ministry Workshop for Parish pastoral councils. Based on the work of Br Loughlan Sofield A number of parishes have expressed regret at having not been able to participate in the Autumn workshop with Br Loughlan. Therefore we have prepared a workshop based on his input. It can be offered on request, over two evenings or one Saturday. Contact Noirin or Fr Noel at the Pastoral Centre to discuss further. (061 400133)
Parish Pastoral councils Training and support for all Parish Pastoral Councils is available on request. Specific workshops and annual reviews enable PPCs to learn and grow. These can be tailored to suit the time and needs of each parish. Contact Noirin and Fr Noel at the Pastoral Centre to discuss this further (061 400133)
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