New Ministry Form

Proposal for New Ministry
You are invited...to prayfully discern how God wants you to participate in the life of the parish for your own personal discipleship and for the benefit of your parish family and local community with whom we are called to serve and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

While we already thrive in some areas, there are many ways we can grow so that we can more fully live out our mission of bringing the good news of Jesus to the world in ways old and new. Through intentional Parish Ministry and Leadership, may the anointing of the Holy Spirit continue to drive us forward in our work of fulfilling the great commission of Jesus: "Go and make disciples of all nations”! May St. Thérèse continue to intercede for our parish.
OUR MISSION

Driven by the missionary zeal of St. Thérèse, the Lord anoints us to proclaim to the poor and broken the Good News that Jesus calls us to
abundant life in Him.
OUR VISION

We will be a vibrant and loving community, joyfully living and boldly proclaiming the Gospel, responsive to the needs of the poor and vulnerable, forming disciples and equipping apostles to transform the world.
OUR CORE VALUES

Authentic Accompaniment

People before projects.
Focused towards Jesus, together.
Owning our littleness.

Joyful Receptivity

Learning to hear God’s voice.
Trusting that everything is grace.
Dreaming God-sized dreams.

Sacrificial Generosity

God first, others second, I am third.
I let God interrupt my plans.
I have gifts worth giving.

Ministry Leadership

Tell us a little about yourself, and any co-leaders
Ministry Leader*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
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Ministry Co-Leader (leave these blank if there is no co-leader)

First NameLast Name
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email
example@example.com

Ministry Participant and Volunteer Expectations

Tell us what you'd expect from participants and volunteers
Who is your target membership/audience for participation in your ministry? If there are any requirements of participants (such as belonging to the Knights of Columbus), please note them here.*
Will this ministry involve interacting with children, either ministering to children or volunteers under the age of 18?*

YesNo
**Safe Environment Training is Required**
Will this ministry require a minimum age for members?*

YesNo
What is the minimum age for members or participants in this ministry?
Will this ministry require an ongoing commitment from members?*

YesNo
What is the expected time commitment from members?
As Ministry Leader, you are responsible to ensure that the information on this form is updated every three years or whenever there is a change in leadership in the ministry, the earlier. Please check below to acknowledge this responsibility.*

I understand it is my responsibility to ensure ministry information is updated upon change of ministry leadership or three years time, whichever comes earlier.
Please include any further information about ministry expectations for participants and/or volunteers.
Please attach any membership documents or commitment agreements, if applicable.

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Ministry Promotion Materials

Don't worry if you don't have any yet, but it's great if you do
Communication across multiple platforms is essential for a successful ministry launch! The Communications Coordinator will reach out to you to help you prepare a promotional plan. Please indicate if you have any existing promotional materials.*

I have some existing promotional materials, i.e. logo, images, fliers, copy, posters.I have promotion ideas but I need help creating content.I have no idea where to begin, please help.
Parish Bulletin & Newsletter

Please upload any promotional content intended for the parish bluletin.
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Social Media Content

Please upload any promotional content intended for parish social media platforms.
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Printed Posters and Flyers

Please upload any promotional content intended for printed media.
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Testimonials

Please upload any documents or videos of testimony related to this ministry.
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The Catholic Faith and You

As leaders of the ministries within the Catholic Church, we represent the Church as a whole. A goal of this initiative is to promote our ministries in operating as a united front. Please briefly answer the following questions about yourself personally.
How does the Catholic Faith play into your everyday life? For example: within personal relationships, work life, personal prayer, devotion to the Rosary, daily Mass attendance, regular adoration visits, etc.
Do you find any of the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church difficult to believe, follow, or discuss? If yes, how so? (Some examples of Church teachings include the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, the need for Confession, Marian devotion, abortion, birth control, marriage between only a man and woman, pornography, male priests, etc.)
Note: Submission of Application does note assume or guarantee approval. Your request will be handled as quickly as possible with our Parish Staff and Pastor; however, the time from submission to notification can be up to 90 days or longer if issues need to be addressed at the National/Diocese level and depending upon the availability of the approving resources, the need for additional information, documentation, etc.
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Proposal for New Ministry

Ministry Leadership

Ministry Information

Ministry Participant and Volunteer Expectations

Ministry Logistics

Ministry Promotion Materials

The Catholic Faith and You