As One envisions a unified and vibrant diocesan faith-community, working closely together under the dynamic leadership of the Bishop.
As One seeks to develop a welcoming Pastoral Center Staff attentive to the needs of local pastors and their parishes through patient accompaniment, genuine dialogue, listening and, providing support and resources.As One recognizes that Parishes have much in common, but each parish has unique characteristics and needs that should be acknowledged and respected.1
Staying Connected - Here is a great example of ministry sharing via Zoom. St. Bernard's Warriors for Christ share how they keep faith alive during Covid-19. Just because we are stuck at home, doesn't mean life and our ministries can't go on. It just means we have to be more creative on how we gather and pray together!
How does your parish keep ministry going?
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The Leadership Team at St. Bernadettes has been working with the Amazing Parish program for several years. Fr. John Peter says that having a team at this time has allowed him to have not fear! Find more information on how your parish can build a leadership team at https://amazingparish.org/ You can also contact Fr. John Peter at St. Bernadette's or Fr. David Dutra at St. Bernard's.
How is your parisn building it's Leadership Team?
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Livestream to YouTube without having 1000 followers! Fr. Ramon from Cathedral of the Annunciation shared a free "How to Stream Mass & More" video series that he found very helpful. Video #5 expains that if parishes sign up for YouTube's non-for-profit program the 1000 follower requirement is waived.
You can find more information about the program at https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/3545195?hl=en
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