“The parish is where the Church lives. Parishes are communities of faith, of action, and of hope. They are where the gospel is proclaimed and celebrated, where believers are formed and sent to renew the earth.” U.S. Bishops, Communities of Salt and Light
Looking to Jumpstart your parish social ministry?
Our Parishes in Action program is designed to help!
Our Parishes in Action program is designed to help!
Parishes in Action is designed to develop new social ministry efforts, or to assist already active social ministry committees in the integration of the social mission of the church into the life of the parish. The program is most effective when parish council members, deacons, stewardship and social ministry leaders, directors of religious education and other parish leaders participate. It is also intended for parishioners who want to gain a better understanding of social justice, and/or would like to become involved in parish social ministry. Topics include Catholic Social Teaching, charity vs. justice, the elements of parish social ministry, and tools to build social ministry. Participants are expected to attend and participate in each session.
Parishes in Action is designed to be held during 2-hour sessions, over 5 consecutive weeks, with modifications available. A facilitator from the Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry will lead each session. Additional guest speakers are provided for some of the sessions. There is time for small and large group discussion at each session. A small amout of reading is required between sessions, and participants are encouraged to review the provided supplemental material from their binder. Participants are also encouraged to practice newly learned skills.
Learn more about Parishes in Action by emailing OCSJM
Parishes in Action is designed to be held during 2-hour sessions, over 5 consecutive weeks, with modifications available. A facilitator from the Office for Catholic Social Justice Ministry will lead each session. Additional guest speakers are provided for some of the sessions. There is time for small and large group discussion at each session. A small amout of reading is required between sessions, and participants are encouraged to review the provided supplemental material from their binder. Participants are also encouraged to practice newly learned skills.
Learn more about Parishes in Action by emailing OCSJM