Parish Missions

The traditional parish mission is an excellent vehicle

for experiencing the Sabbath within the context of our daily lives.

Through prayerful rituals and inspiring preaching,

a parish community can be energized

to continue the work of the Gospel in their daily lives.

Themes can be selected

for a three or four evening parish mission.

The mission is introduced with a dynamic Sunday homily

preached at all the weekend liturgies.

A COORDINATOR’S HANDBOOK is provided detailing the “how to” specifics of the Mission, including, publicity, promotion, as well as the rituals, liturgical ministries, music, and hospitality for each evening, all of which calls for the involvement of the local parish's lay ministries.

DRAMATIC STORYTELLING is part of every Mission. One is a powerful three-part dramatic monologue based on the Parable of the Prodigal Son; For this two “actor-types” are needed, preferably adults, though young adults may be enlisted. Scripts are provided in advance and a rehearsal is required.

THE ROLE OF MUSIC in the Parish Mission is critical. Careful coordination of the music selections is a priority in the planning of the Mission.

A WORSHIP AID is provided for each session of the Parish Mission that includes the order of worship and "Reflections for the Soul," which offers a guided meditation for extending the spirit of the evening.

OPTIONAL CONCURRENT CHILDREN’S MISSION

The Children’s Mission functions much like a Liturgy of the Word for Children celebrated at a Sunday Eucharist. The children leave after the

opening prayer and return for the evening’s ritual.

Catechists are briefed prior to the Mission on the theme of each night of the Mission with suggestions for activities that could connect with

those themes.

SCHOOL PROGRAMS can be arranged for parishes with day schools or religious education programs held during the day. Age appropriate activities are presented that reflect the themes of the Parish Mission. .

DAILY MASS followed by a reflection which extends and refines the previous night’s presentation. Not meant to substitute for the Parish Mission.

SENIORS' DAYTIME PROGRAM: A scriptural/catechetical topic can be offered during the daylight hours:

Day of Recollection: They Walked By Faith: Men and Women of Faith and the Call to Holiness

Shorter Programs: "Always Pray All Ways" or "The Art and Devotion of the Stations of the Cross."

OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDIVIDUAL CONFERENCES AND CONFESSIONS are arranged throughout the Mission.

FEES

A non-refundable down payment reserves the dates.

An additional Mission Fee in the form of a Free Will Offering.

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