We grow as disciples and make disciples by concrete acts of Mercy. Our Catholic Faith is made fully alive when our parishes, schools, and institutions work together to give witness to Christ’s love by helping others.
Encounter Jesus in the Works of MERCY
The 3 Goals
Improving Collaboration
- Engage more parishioners to serve and be served
- Establish a Parish Liaison to Catholic Charities, Social Justice, Pro-Life, Deaf Ministry and Special Needs Offices
- Equip & Empower Parishioners for works of mercy through 2-Way Communication between liaisons and ministry offices
Walking With Moms In Need
- Orientate parish to help pregnant and parenting women in need through compassion, friendship and support
- Mobilize a team of volunteers to give support when needed
- Highlight the gift of pregnancy through encouragement and assistance to all expectant parish families
Increasing Accessibility
- Examine Accessibility of the Parish so that all can really mean ALL (Refer to Accessibility Checklist)
- Commit to at least one budgeted accessibilty improvement each year
- Engage in intentional outreach to the Deaf Community and those with special needs
Are the people in your Parish Missing out on Mercy?
Mercy is love’s response to suffering and god knows that when we do good for others, we feel better about ourselves and our world. Mercy is key to our encounter with Jesus and how we experience the joy of the Gospel, but many Catholics miss out in this joyful encounter because the aren’t involved.
Next Steps
For More Mercy at you Parish
For More Mercy at you Parish
1.
Establish Contact Persons
Get your people engaged and equipped by selecting volunteer leaders to coordinate with Catholic Charities, the Social Justice, Respect Life, Deaf Ministry and Special Needs Offices. Easy to start, fill out the form below!
2.
Build a Team to Walk with Moms in Need
Form and equip a group of volunteers who can mobilize support for pregnant and parenting moms in need.
Guidelines and suggestions can be found below, check it out.
3.
Review Accessibility Checklist
Accessibility For All is a big challenge, but even one improvement can make all the difference. Start discerning possible next steps by reviewing the Accessibility Checklist below.