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SUMMARY:Together in Christ: Skills for Strengthening Community
DESCRIPTION:A Four‑Part “Deep Dive” for Parish Volunteers and Lay Leaders on Wednesdays in May\, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. \nMay 27 \nParticipate onsite or online \nPre-registration required \nThe life of a parish depends on the gifts\, generosity\, and faith of its people. Whether you serve on a parish pastoral council\, volunteer in a ministry\, participate in a small group\, or simply feel drawn to support your parish in new ways\, this four‑week series is designed to help you grow in confidence\, skills\, and spiritual grounding. \nRooted in the Gospel and the Church’s call to synodality\, each session explores practical tools for strengthening community life and working together in the spirit of Christ. Participants may attend the full series or select individual sessions. \nThis series is offered as part of the Leadership Formation Institute for Missionary Disciples at the Catholic Information Center.  \nWeek 4: Fostering Communion: Listening\, Empathy\, and Synodal Leadership\nLearn the core skills of synodal ministry: deep listening\, empathy\, and respectful dialogue. Explore ways to cultivate belonging\, unity\, and spiritual communion within parish life. \nHospitality & Format – Sessions meet onsite at the Catholic Information Center and are also available online.\nDinner is served at 6:00 p.m. for in‑person participants. \nRegistration – All are welcome. Parish groups are encouraged to attend. \nRegister Here
URL:https://grcic.org/event/together-in-christ-skills-for-strengthening-community-3/
LOCATION:Catholic Information Center and online with Zoom\, 360 Division Ave S\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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