Who can participate: All parishioners (including those already in small group programs), current and future parish council leadership (e.g., pastoral, stewardship, finance, school, youth, etc.). Leaders, particularly members of the pastoral council, are encouraged to create small groups that include individuals who are not part of their council or in other leadership roles, in order to increase participation. 

As the archdiocese is blessed with ecclessial ministries and communities which overlap with our parishes, these entities are also encouraged to promote and participate. This includes religious communities, Catholic Charities, ministries for prisoners and their families, health care facilities, and communities organized around universities and high schools.

The program is self-contained, in that group leaders and hosts can self-select, meeting in homes or in public spaces. The program booklet provides all necessary guidance for both the group leader and the host. Parish leadership has received resources on how to promote the program. 

This Lent, let’s BE the Church together.