Pastoral ministers wear a lot of hats: musician, manager, liturgical expert, teacher, colleague, encourager, recruiter, referee, confidante, strategist, organizer and more. You work hard to meet an increasing number of demands on you and your ministry.
With all that you are tasked with, it is easy for the formation of your musicians and liturgical ministers to fall to the wayside. But OCP’s newest offering can help! Center for Learning Formation Events are in-person, one-day programs led by expert presenters to develop the practical skills, knowledge and spirituality necessary for effective liturgical preparation, leadership and participation.
While each Formation Event is tailored to the needs and goals of your parish, host parishes start with a topic selected from the following menu:
- “Find Us Ready: Preparing for Advent and Christmas”
- “Glory in the Cross: Preparing for Lent and Easter”
- “Become What You Receive: Connecting the Mass to Discipleship”
- “Sing a New Song: A Hymnal/Missal Bootcamp”
Part liturgical catechesis, part ministry formation and part retreat, these event topics prepare participants to experience the liturgy in new and deeper ways. Learn more about what these events offer in this helpful blog from Center for Learning director Matt Reichert.
Formation Events are an impactful, cost-effective opportunity to provide meaningful and long-lasting formation, right in your parish. Reach out and schedule an exploratory conversation today!