Welcome to Family Ministry
“It must be emphasized once more that the pastoral inter-vention of the Church in support of the family is a matter of urgency. Every effort should be made to strengthen and develop pastoral care for the family, which should be treated as a real matter of priority, in the certainty that future evangelization depends largely on the domestic church.”
John Paul II, Familiaris Consortio 65.
Written in 1981, John Paul II’s statement has never been truer than during today’s demanding times. Aware of all the challenges that families face each day the Office of Faith Formation will continue to update this website by providing information, resources, tools as well details on programs and workshops that are being offered in the Diocese.
The goal of ministry with families is to support and strengthen each family and its members through the various ages and stages of their journey in faith as well as to develop programs that serve the specific needs of families. Empowering families to realize their identity and mission as disciples of Jesus Christ is the underlying thread that runs through an integrated approach to family ministry.
On this website will find information on sacramental preparation, marriage enrichment opportunities, and programs for divorced, separated, singles, widows and widowers as well as current parenting workshops being offered through the “Stepping Stones” program at various parishes. These varied and diverse opportunities challenge families to truly become “A community of life and love.” (Familiaris Consortio 17)
For further information please contact Kathleen Logan, Associate Director for Family Ministry.
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