Parish Services offers a number of special programs designed specifically for parish gatherings.Some of the programs are offered as a single session and others are offered in multiple sessions.In addition to the programs that are listed below, several other programs are available, such as book studies, and studies and discussion groups focused on the writings of Pope Francis.Special programs can also be created to meet your needs.For more information please contact Nancy Mason Bordley at Parishserv@aol.com
Acts a Call to Serve (2 session Lay Ministry Formation) Training for pastoral care, leadership, and worship. A.C.T.S. is intended to introduce new ministry volunteers to the scope of parish service and to enhance the...
Advent: Symbols Tell the Story The symbols of the Advent season are rich in beauty and understanding and they carry wonderful traditions to the present day. Explore the history and the meaning of the Advent wreath,...
Care for the Care-Giver This single session is dedicated to pastoral care workers, those in health care and chaplaincy and those who are caring for an elderly parent or family member. The Care-Giver is often...
Clergy Abuse and the Church: Information and Conversation Sexual abuse in the Church challenges our faith and our understanding of why we believe. Come to listen and share your concerns, feelings and questions. The single presentation...
Discernment Workshop (3 sessions) Discernment is the process of clarifying the presence, the movements of God’s Spirit inviting response in our lives. It is a grace-filled and challenging process. Discernment requires: a certain docility...
Loving Myself More Sometimes we just need a gentle nudge or a reminder that, indeed, we are “Fearfully and Wonderfully Made” (Psalm 129). This single session is dedicated to all women, to help remind them...
Listen to My Life Maps for Recognizing and Responding to God in My Story Six session Faith Sharing Series This experience is for you if: You are seeking God in a deeper way and...
One House, Many Dwelling Places Spirituality: A look at what people believe and how it relates to their own spiritual quest What is Spirituality? What makes a person “Spiritual?” Why do some people seek miracles / proof...
Our Spiritual Sisters: Their Stories and Ours Women from sacred scripture can help us with our own relationships today. St. Mary Magdalene was a wounded healer, a true friend to Jesus, Mary, the Virgin Mother,...
Revitalizing Our Church With materials from Boston College it has been a tough few years for our Church and our Catholic community. Confronting the sexual abuse scandal, coupled with leadership, governance, and management challenges, has...
