Westminster Diocese Agency for Evangelisation Prospectus Autumn Term 2017 Evangelisation Workshops Marriage & Family Life Programmes Catechesis Training Courses Faith Formation Events Small Group Resources
The Agency for Evangelisation sets out to provide the necessary tools to help individuals and groups grow as Missionary Disciples of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. This Prospectus lists a range of opportunities developed by the Agency to support them in that endeavour. The Proclaim Workshops steer parish leaders in their task of bringing the Joy of the Gospel to all. Catechetical Courses provide the bedrock of teaching in the Faith. Marriage and Family Life Programmes promote this vital mission for the good of the individual and the family, and for the benefit of society. Adult Faith Formation Events present a range of opportunities to enable individuals to grow in their faith. Small Group Resources bring together the Catholic community to explore the teachings of Christ and his Church. Whether you are a parishioner, a Catechist or a Proclaim Lead in the Parish, I hope you will find something new to help you and others on the journey of Faith we all share. Fr Chris Fr Chris Vipers Director of Agency for Evangelisation 2
Contents Section 1: Proclaim Westminster Section 2: Marriage and Family Life Section 2: Catechesis Section 3: Adult Faith Formation Section 4: Small Groups 3
Evangelisation - Proclaim Westminster In Evangelii Gaudium, Pope Francis calls on all Catholics to be Missionary Disciples to carry on Jesus command to his Apostles to Go and make disciples of all nations. Westminster Diocese is responding to this call for evangelisation, through Proclaim Westminster, and the establishment of Parish Evangelisation Teams. Since the launch of Proclaim in 2015, parishes have been undertaking a range of initiatives in Prayer, Marriage & Family Life, Faith Formation, Social Action and Reaching Out, to make evangelisation bringing the Good News of Jesus Christ, a reality. Autumn 2017 Proclaim Workshops #1 - Initiatives & Resources The Proclaim Workshops this autumn will provide an opportunity for parish teams to share their successes and ideas, to learn about how Proclaim Westminster is being progressed, and to further develop local evangelisation strategies as they grow their Missionary Parish. We encourage each parish to be represented at one workshop, held in nine parish halls across the diocese, by members of their evangelisation team or those who could help form such a team in the parish, along with their parish priest. 4
Proclaim Workshops #1 - Initiatives & Resources Date of Workshop Wed. 13 th Sep. Thur. 14 th Sep. Wed. 20 th Sep. Tue. 26 th Sep. Tue. 3 rd Oct. Wed. 11 th Oct. Mon. 30 th Oct. Mon. 6 th Nov. Wed. 8 th Nov. Time 7.00pm- 9.00pm (Arrival from 6.45pm) Venue / Parish Hall St Albans SS Alban & St Stephen AL1 3RB Kingsland Our Lady & St Joseph N1 4AG Finchley East St Mary N2 8HG Feltham St Lawrence TW13 4AF Ruislip - Most Sacred Heart HA4 8NN Ware Sacred Heart of Jesus & St Joseph SG12 7EJ Enfield Our Lady of Mount Carmel & St George EN2 6DS Kensington 1 Our Lady of Victories - W8 6AF Tollington Park St Mellitus N4 3AG To register for one of the workshops and for more information please e-mail: Warren Brown at catadmin@rcdow.org.uk Telephone contact is 0207 798 2152 5
The Gift - Life in the Spirit Course The Gift a life in the Spirit Course - Westminster Pilot Event 11 th & 25 TH Nov. 2017 Parish representatives are invited to a diocesan Pilot Event of an exciting new parish course produced by CaFE called The Gift a life of the Spirit course. This six-session DVD course is an engaging and joyful exploration of what it means to be Spirit-filled in everyday life. It is presented by Charles Whitehead, Michelle Moran, Jenny Baker and David Payne with testimonies from clergy and laity from around the country. It is very flexible and easy to run with discussion questions and times of prayer and reflection. Full details can be found at http://www.thegiftofthespirit.org/ This informative and empowering Pilot Event will run over two Saturdays, 11th and 25th of November 2017 at Vaughan House. It is hoped that parishes will send those willing to explore the possibility of running The Gift in their own parishes. Each day will begin with teas/coffees at 9.30am and finish by 4.00pm. Fr Chris Vipers, Director of The Agency for Evangelisation will be celebrating Mass on the final Saturday at 3.00pm in the Cathedral-Crypt. The Event cost is 10 per person. Participants are asked to bring a packed lunch. Tea and coffee is provided. To register and for more information please e-mail Warren Brown at catadmin@rcdow.org.uk Telephone contact is 0207 798 2152 6
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Marriage & Family Life Our Holy Father, Pope Francis, encourages all of us, as a Church community, to help married couples and families: Parishes, movements, schools and other Church institutions can help in a variety of ways to support families and help them grow The life of every family is marked by all kinds of crises, yet these are also part of its dramatic beauty. (Pope Francis, Amoris Laetitia) SmartLoving BreakThrough The Marriage & Family Life Ministry within the Agency for Evangelisation invites couples or individuals interested in accompanying married couples on their way to experience the SmartLoving Breakthrough Workshop. Thereafter, they will receive all the necessary training (including a Marriage Enrichment Retreat for their own marriage, free of charge) to make the Workshop available to others in your own parish. SmartLoving BreakThrough is a three-hour workshop primarily designed to renew hope and encourage couples to attend further weekend sessions together. It is a practical, solution-focused workshop for all stages of marriage. Drawing on contemporary research and Catholic theology, this workshop provides skills and insights to transform marriage relationships into the thriving, joy-filled encounter that they are meant to be. See below for workshop dates: 8
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Catholic Marriage Preparation in the Diocese of Westminster To find a range of Marriage Preparation Courses and resources see diocesan website: http://rcdow.org.uk/diocese/marriage-and-family-life/ For further assistance and information contact: Charlotte McNerlin 020 7931 6064 family@rcdow.org.uk Loving4Life Marriage Enrichment Loving4 Life offers weekends to married couples to help them rediscover the joy of marriage drawing on the wisdom of Catholic teaching on Theology of the Body. 7-8 October 2017 at Harpenden, Herts. AL5 3PR For event enquiries and bookings contact Jane Deegan Coordinator- Email Jane 07595 724300 http://loving4life.co.uk/ Retrouvaille England/Wales - A Lifeline for Troubled Marriages. Retrouvaille is the name of a programme designed to help heal and renew marriages. 15-17 September 2017 at Welwyn Garden City, Herts. AL8, UK For bookings and further information please visit the Retrouvaille website. http://www.retrouvaille.org.uk/ Dublin, Ireland, has been chosen by Pope Francis to host the next World Meeting of Families in August 2018. To find out more see website: http://www.worldmeeting2018.ie/en/ 10
Catechesis Catechesis Here you will find information about the opportunities for catechetical formation offered by the Diocese as it strives to respond to the spiritual, pastoral, educational and catechetical needs of the people of Westminster. Resources We hope you will avail yourself of the resources, events and services provided by the Church in Westminster. These resources are an important way in which the vibrancy of our Catholic faith makes itself manifest. May they serve to enrich you in the practice of your faith. Catechetical Training for Parish Catechists September-December (Booking required details below) Sessions were organised at the request of the named parishes but are open to all catechists of the Diocese. FOR ALL EVENTS Please book via the website: http://rcdow.org.uk/faith/catechesis/training/ email: catadmin@rcdow.org.uk or Tel: 020 7798 9152 11
Practical Skills for Catechists 9 th September 2017, 10am-1pm at The Immaculate Heart of Mary, Botwell Lane, Hayes UB3 2AB (Parish Centre behind the church) This Session will provide concrete tools that can help catechists cope with the concerns that are a part of their ministry, considering: the tasks of catechesis (ref. the GDC), skills and practical advice for preparing the learning environment, planning a session, practical ideas on sharing scripture and prayer, help catechists understand the role of discipline, tools to help evaluate all catechetical programmes. Reflecting on the Eucharist 11 th September 2017, 7.30-9pm at The Most Precious Blood & St Edmund, 115 Hertford Road, Edmonton N9 7EN (Parish Centre in Croyland Road left of church). A single 90 minute session with the opportunity of further development if desired. The Session aims to develop the catechist s knowledge and understanding of the sacrament of the Eucharist theologically, scripturally, historically, so that they may share that knowledge and understanding with those they catechise. Practical Skills - Planning 13 th September 2017, 7.30-9pm (1 session) at 447 Victoria Road, South Ruislip HA4 8NN (Parish Centre to right of church) This Session will provide concrete tools that can help catechists cope with the concerns that are a part of their ministry considering: the tasks of catechesis (ref. the GDC), skills and practical advice for preparing the learning environment, planning and preparation. 12
An Introduction to Catechesis 16 th September 2017, 10am-1pm at St Agnes, 35 Cricklewood Lane, Cricklewood NW2 1HR (Parish Centre behind church access in Gillingham Road, left of church). A simple introduction to the main principles and practicalities of catechesis: what is catechesis and how do you do it? What are the key skills needed and what skills are transferable? What is the role of the catechist? How does the Church see the role of the lay catechist? The person of the catechist how do we grow in the vocation of being a lay catechist? Practical advice for preparing the learning environment. Help catechists understand the role of discipline. Tools to help evaluate all catechetical programmes. I Call You Friends 19 th September 2017, 7-8.30pm at St Frances de Sales, 729 High Road, Tottenham N17 8AG (Parish centre behind church). To understand the importance of parish R.E. for children who are not attending Catholic schools. To become aware of the Religious Education Curriculum Directory. To consider how to teach children of different ages. To become familiar with the programme I Call You Friends. Preparing Children for First Holy Communion an Introduction 20 th September 2017, 8-9.30pm at Our Lady & St Vincent, 243 Mutton Lane, Potters Bar EN6 1EG. This Session helps the catechist to have an understanding of the themes of the First Communion Programmes which teach us about the Mass and about the real presence of Jesus in the assembly, in the Word in the priest who presides and in the bread and wine. To share 13
that understanding with the children. To consider methods and resources Practical Skills 23 rd September 2017, 10am-1pm at English Martyrs, Chalkhill Road, Wembley Park HA9 9EW. This Session will provide concrete tools that can help catechists cope with the concerns that are a part of their ministry, considering: the tasks of catechesis (ref. the GDC), skills and practical advice for preparing the learning environment, planning a session, practical ideas on sharing scripture and prayer, help catechists understand the role of discipline, tools to help evaluate all catechetical programmes. Liturgy of the Word with Children 2 nd & 9 th October 2017, 7.30-9pm at The Most Precious Blood & St Edmund, 115 Hertford Road, Edmonton N9 7EN (Parish Centre in Croyland Road left of church). This two-session course looks at the Bishops Conference Guidelines for Liturgy of The Word with Children and considers variety of ways to share Scripture with children, using new ideas and resources in keeping with the Directory for Masses with Children and the Guidelines of the Bishop s Conference. Preparing Parents for the Baptism of their Children 4 th & 11 th October 2017, 7.30-9pm at St Raphael, St Raphael s House, Morrison Road, Yeading UB4 9JP. This two-session course considers: how catechists prepare parents for the baptism of their infants, how we help parents to understand what they are asking for. The course includes the history of baptism form the early days 14
of Christianity and a walk through the Rite of Baptism explaining all the signs and symbols used. Using Scripture with Children 7 th October 2017, 10am-12noon at St Mary, 279 High Road, E. Finchley N2 8HG. This Session will offer to catechists the opportunity to: know and understand the structure of the Bible, look at the cycle of the Church s year and the Lectionary, consider how best to use scripture in our catechetical programmes; look at some practical ideas on opening scripture to children. Preparing Teenagers for Confirmation an Introduction 30 th October & 6 th November 2017, 7.30-9pm at St George, 970 Harrow Road, Sudbury HA0 2QE. This two-session course considers how catechists work with teenagers to prepare them to be confirmed, looking at a short history of the sacrament, the guidelines the Church gives us, what should be included in the programme, consideration of methods and resources. Liturgy of the Word with Children 18 th November 2017, 10am-1pm at Our Lady of Victories, 16 Abingdon Road, Kensington W8 6AF (Parish Centre entrances just beyond the Presbytery). This Session looks at the Bishops Conference Guidelines for Liturgy of The Word with Children and considers variety of ways to share Scripture with children, using new ideas and resources in keeping with the Directory for Masses with Children and the guidelines for the Bishops Conference. 15
A Look at the Sacrament of Reconciliation 27 th November 2017, 7.30pm-9pm at All Saints, 531 Kenton Road HA3 0UL This Session is suitable for all catechists and aims to help the catechist to understand the sacrament at their level and reflect on their own experience. It includes a brief history of the Sacrament of Reconciliation; and aims to help them to share their understanding with those they catechise. External Training Courses The diocese is working with external institutions to provide recognised training programmes for catechists and anyone who wishes to deepen their knowledge of the faith. For more information, please email: catadmin@rcdow.org.uk 16
Adult Faith Formation The Agency works to help parishes nurture the faith formation of adults, affording all an understanding of what the Church teaches and a vocabulary with which to explain their faith and reach out to others. We support adult faith formation by helping parishes develop their own pastoral plan and by organising talks and events around the diocese which parishes can tap into. There are many successful adult faith formation programmes to choose from. Each of them has something to offer and can play a valuable part in the development of a comprehensive parish plan. Listed below are a number of programmes and initiatives developed by the Agency for Evangelisation, and opportunities for formation for effective parish ministries. 'formation and enrichment of all members of the Church will enable 'the proclamation of Christ to reach people, mould communities, and have a deep and incisive influence in bringing Gospel values to bear in society and culture.' Pope St John-Paul II 17
Scripture: The Call of God. Discipleship in the Old Testament (1) Thursday 28 th September, 7.30-9.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Shaped by God s Mercy Biblical Characters who Experienced God s Mercy (1) Wednesday 4 th October, 7.00-8.00pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Brian Purfield. (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Prayer Wednesday 4 th October, 7.30-9.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne & Sr Martina. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Mindfulness in Christian Tradition (1) Saturday 7 th October, 10.30am- 2.30pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan. (Suggested Donation: 14.00) Prayer Tuesday 10 th October, 7.00-8.00pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Antonia Lynn (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Scripture: The Call of God. Discipleship in the Old Testament (2) Thursday 12 th October, 7.30-9.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) 18
Mental Health Awareness for Pastoral Ministry Wednesday 18 th October, 10.00am-3.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan. (Suggested Donation: 14.00) Mental Health Awareness for Pastoral Ministry Saturday 21 st October, 10.00am-3.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan. (Suggested Donation: 14.00) Prayer Wednesday 1 st November, 7.30-8.30pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne & Sr Martina. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Scripture: The Call of God. Discipleship in the Old Testament (3) Thursday 2 nd November 7.30-9.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Mindfulness in Christian Tradition Practical Application (2) Saturday 4 th November, 10.00am-3.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Fr Mike Heap. (Suggested Donation: 14.00) Prayer (2) Tuesday 7 th November, 7.00-8.00pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Antonia Lynn. (Suggested Donation: 4.00) 19
Shaped by God s Mercy Biblical Characters who Experienced God s Mercy (2) Wednesday 8 th November, 7.00-8.00pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Brian Purfield. (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Faith Matters Rev. Dr James Hanvey SJ - Lift up the lowly Thursday 9 th November, 7.00-8.30pm in the Westminster Cathedral Hall, Ambrosden Ave, Westminster, London SW1P 1QW Retreat Evening on Beatitudes (1) Monday 13 th November, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Formation for Readers Thursday 16 th November, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Sr Karen (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Scripture: The Call of God. Discipleship in the Old Testament (4) Thursday 16th November 7.30-9.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Retreat Evening on Beatitudes (2) Monday 20 th November, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan (Suggested Donation: 4.00) 20
Formation for Eucharistic Ministers Thursday 23 rd November, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Sr Anne (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Retreat Evening on Beatitudes (3) Monday 27 th November, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Prayer (3) Tuesday 28 th November, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Antonia Lynn. (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Scripture: The Call of God. Discipleship in the Old Testament (5) Thursday 30th November 7.30-9.00pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Retreat Evening on Beatitudes (4) Monday 4 th December, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Mgr Malachy Keegan (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Shaped by God s Mercy Biblical Characters who Experienced God s Mercy (2) Tuesday 5 th December, 7.00-8.00pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Brian Purfield. (Suggested Donation: 4.00) 21
Prayer Wednesday 6 th December, 7.30-8.30pm at Niland Conference Centre, 93 Elstree Rd, Bushey WD23 4EE. Presented by Sr Anne & Sr Martina. (Suggested Donation: 5.00) Pope Francis and the Evangelising Mission of the Church Tuesday 12 th December, 7.00-8.30pm at Vaughan House, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN. Presented by Brian Purfield. (Suggested Donation: 4.00) Registration is required for all events. Please register at livingfaith@rcdow.org.uk. Alternatively, please leave a message at 020 7931 6078. 22
Small Groups Sharing Faith The Diocese of Westminster gives priority to the support and promotion of small faith-sharing groups. Small groups meet throughout the year, and particularly in Lent and the autumn, to explore Scripture, the teaching of the Church, and their experiences, gaining new insights into their role as Missionary Disciples. The Agency for Evangelisation works to support existing communities through the production of the exploring faith resources and provision of pastoral support and training throughout the year. The Agency also seeks to aid parishes who wish to form new groups seeking to make them a regular part of parish life. Autumn 2017 6 weeks beginning 8 th October 2017 The Agency for Evangelisation and Caritas Westminster have compiled this season s Faith Sharing booklet, Love: Say it with your Life. Over the six-week course, the booklet guides Small Groups in the exploration of the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, and our call, as Missionary Disciples, to show concern for the poor and passion for justice. For ordering of booklets, please see below: 23
LOVE: SAY IT WITH YOUR LIFE. Order Form - you may post it to the Agency for Evangelisation, 46 Francis Street, SW1P 1QN or email to smallgroups@rcdow.org.uk Please indicate the number of booklets required Cost per booklet 2.00 Total cost of booklets ordered Packaging and postage will be added to your order and your parish will be charged directly by BAC. Signature Print name Parish Date: 24
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Agency for Evangelisation Prospectus Autumn Term 2017 is also available on the Diocesan website http://rcdow.org.uk/faith/ 28