Upcoming Events
Friday
Mar 04
Forming Leaders for the Next Generation Mid-year Retreat
Who will replace you when you retire? Who is the next generation of leaders in our faith communities? The Leadership Institute will invite pastors from across the diocese to nominate young leaders to join this cohort, which will meet monthly throughout the year.
Benefits of participation include an inventory of gifts and skills and one on one coaching with a leadership professional and expert facilitator.
Two face-to-face gatherings are required. All other meetings are via Zoom. This is a great funded opportunity, so there will be no cost to cohort participants. If you are interested, please talk to your pastor.
Nomination forms will be sent in June 2021.
Benefits of participation include an inventory of gifts and skills and one on one coaching with a leadership professional and expert facilitator.
Two face-to-face gatherings are required. All other meetings are via Zoom. This is a great funded opportunity, so there will be no cost to cohort participants. If you are interested, please talk to your pastor.
Nomination forms will be sent in June 2021.
Tuesday
Mar 08
Parish Leader Check In #34
11:00am
Every two weeks, all parish ministry leaders are invited to a virtual check-in. Topics for discussion include diocesan norms, policies, upcoming events, planning together, and more. Oftentimes, there is a chance to gather in small groups to talk about your specific needs as a parish ministry leader.
Meetings are recorded and available online. There is no cost and no advance registration required.
All meetings are on Tuesdays, and all are at 11 am.
About Our Virtual Meetings
This gathering is a virtual meeting hosted by Zoom. The link below will take you directly into the meeting. You are encouraged to click it a few minutes before the meeting start time to test your video and sound. You will be automatically placed into a waiting room upon entry until the host lets you in.
Join Zoom Meeting
If you do not have access to a computer but still wish to join, please call 301-715-8592, 845-737-3993, or 312-626-6799, and enter this ID number when prompted: 869 9146 9037
If you call in a few minutes before the meeting begins, you will likely hear music playing until we begin.
Meetings are recorded and available online. There is no cost and no advance registration required.
All meetings are on Tuesdays, and all are at 11 am.
About Our Virtual Meetings
This gathering is a virtual meeting hosted by Zoom. The link below will take you directly into the meeting. You are encouraged to click it a few minutes before the meeting start time to test your video and sound. You will be automatically placed into a waiting room upon entry until the host lets you in.
Join Zoom Meeting
If you do not have access to a computer but still wish to join, please call 301-715-8592, 845-737-3993, or 312-626-6799, and enter this ID number when prompted: 869 9146 9037
If you call in a few minutes before the meeting begins, you will likely hear music playing until we begin.
Wednesday
Mar 09
Made for More
7:00pm - 9:30pm
with CHRISTOPHER WEST & MIKE MANGIONE
Brought to you by St Mary, Our Lady of Fatima, Church of the Holy Spirit & The Cor Project
World-renowned speaker and author Christopher West, along with musician, Mike Mangione, are coming to St Mary with an all-new event called MADE FOR MORE: VISIONS OF THE PROMISED LAND.
Bring family and friends. No one should miss this awesome and inspiring event!
Get Tickets
For More Information:
Check out this video invitation from Chris.
Check out this bulletin insert you can use as well as this poster.
Address
St. Mary School
Ridgefield
CT
St. Mary School
Ridgefield
CT
Thursday
Mar 10
Conversation with Chris Lowney
11:00am - 12:30pm
Get your friends together at your parish and start reading!
This year, The Leadership Institute will help parishes get great discounts on books, provide a study and reflection guide, and then invite all those who have participated to join us for lunch and a conversation with the author. Be sure to set your own schedule so that your group is finished in advance of the luncheon. If your parish does not form a group, feel free to read the book on your own and join us anyway.
Everyone Leads: How to Revitalize the Catholic Church
by Chris Lowney
Drawing on decades of leadership experience, bestselling author Chris Lowney examines the profound challenges facing the global Catholic Church, shares real-life stories of Catholics making a difference, and offers practical suggestions for change.
The Catholic Church is suffering its worst decline in five centuries—a precipitous slide that will turn catastrophic unless reversed by fundamental changes in strategy, culture, and leadership style. Even the inspiring leadership of Pope Francis will not reverse the slide without a strategy for action, from the grassroots through the hierarchy. Chris Lowney, a former Jesuit seminarian and business executive who now chairs one of the world’s largest Catholic ministries, not only outlines the challenges but also maps the path forward in Everyone Leads.
After a bracing review of the church’s global struggles—from clergy shortages to declining participation—Lowney draws on two decades of change-management experience to propose an “EASTeR” strategy of five transformational principles: be entrepreneurial, be accountable, serve, transform, and reach out. These five ideas can catalyze profound change in every parish, in how bishops think, and in the roles laypeople play in leading the church. Filled with real-life examples, Everyone Leads outlines strategies that anyone can employ—from the pews to the pulpit—to strengthen the church.
As a former business executive who lectures globally about leadership, Lowney speaks credibly about the institution’s challenges and potential. And, as chair of one of Catholicism’s largest hospital systems, he writes “from within” as a Catholic who loves his church and is committed to seeing it flourish.
Gather on your own in your parish and be ready for a conversation with Chris on March 10, 2022 at St Elizabeth Seton Parish in Ridgefield 11 am to 1230pm. A Light lunch will be served.
To place an order for books and the discussion guide, please email Carmela.Williams@diobpt.org
To attend, please RSVP by completing the following form:
This year, The Leadership Institute will help parishes get great discounts on books, provide a study and reflection guide, and then invite all those who have participated to join us for lunch and a conversation with the author. Be sure to set your own schedule so that your group is finished in advance of the luncheon. If your parish does not form a group, feel free to read the book on your own and join us anyway.
Everyone Leads: How to Revitalize the Catholic Church
by Chris Lowney
Drawing on decades of leadership experience, bestselling author Chris Lowney examines the profound challenges facing the global Catholic Church, shares real-life stories of Catholics making a difference, and offers practical suggestions for change.
The Catholic Church is suffering its worst decline in five centuries—a precipitous slide that will turn catastrophic unless reversed by fundamental changes in strategy, culture, and leadership style. Even the inspiring leadership of Pope Francis will not reverse the slide without a strategy for action, from the grassroots through the hierarchy. Chris Lowney, a former Jesuit seminarian and business executive who now chairs one of the world’s largest Catholic ministries, not only outlines the challenges but also maps the path forward in Everyone Leads.
After a bracing review of the church’s global struggles—from clergy shortages to declining participation—Lowney draws on two decades of change-management experience to propose an “EASTeR” strategy of five transformational principles: be entrepreneurial, be accountable, serve, transform, and reach out. These five ideas can catalyze profound change in every parish, in how bishops think, and in the roles laypeople play in leading the church. Filled with real-life examples, Everyone Leads outlines strategies that anyone can employ—from the pews to the pulpit—to strengthen the church.
As a former business executive who lectures globally about leadership, Lowney speaks credibly about the institution’s challenges and potential. And, as chair of one of Catholicism’s largest hospital systems, he writes “from within” as a Catholic who loves his church and is committed to seeing it flourish.
Gather on your own in your parish and be ready for a conversation with Chris on March 10, 2022 at St Elizabeth Seton Parish in Ridgefield 11 am to 1230pm. A Light lunch will be served.
To place an order for books and the discussion guide, please email Carmela.Williams@diobpt.org
To attend, please RSVP by completing the following form:
Address
St Elizabeth Seton Parish
520 Ridgebury Rd
Ridgefield
CT 06877
St Elizabeth Seton Parish
520 Ridgebury Rd
Ridgefield
CT 06877
Saturday
Mar 12
Clase de preparación para el matrimonio: 12 de marzo de 2022
8:30am - 4:30pm
Nuestra clase de un día de preparación al matrimonio es un día completo de formación, de diálogo entre la pareja y de reflexión. El contenido presentado en el programa revelado es relevante, estéticamente agradable y sólidamente construido sobre los principios de nuestra fe. El día también incluirá una bolsa de materiales suplementarios de la conferencia para la pareja, desayuno continental, almuerzo caliente, bocadillos y una oportunidad para la Reconciliación.
La clase de Preparación Matrimonial está diseñada para compartir la visión de Cristo sobre el amor matrimonial, incluyendo la teología del matrimonio, la comunicación, la intimidad y la espiritualidad matrimonial. Al final del día, las parejas entenderán los componentes fundamentales de los elementos humanos y espirituales del matrimonio sacramental y estarán capacitados para vivir esa visión en el mundo.
El precio de esta clase de preparación es de $195, que se puede pagar en línea cuando se inscriban.
Inscríbase ahora
Si no desea registrarse en línea, descargue este formulario y envíelo por correo ordinario.
La clase de Preparación Matrimonial está diseñada para compartir la visión de Cristo sobre el amor matrimonial, incluyendo la teología del matrimonio, la comunicación, la intimidad y la espiritualidad matrimonial. Al final del día, las parejas entenderán los componentes fundamentales de los elementos humanos y espirituales del matrimonio sacramental y estarán capacitados para vivir esa visión en el mundo.
El precio de esta clase de preparación es de $195, que se puede pagar en línea cuando se inscriban.
Inscríbase ahora
Si no desea registrarse en línea, descargue este formulario y envíelo por correo ordinario.
Address
Catholic Center
238 Jewett Ave.
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06606
Catholic Center
238 Jewett Ave.
Bridgeport
Connecticut 06606
Wednesday
Mar 16
Clergy Check-In #7
1:30pm
This year, we want to offer a chance for clergy to join in a virtual opportunity to touch base with Institute staff to ask questions, make suggestions, or get help in reimagining faith formation in their parishes.
Each meeting is via Zoom beginning at 1:30 pm and links are available on the Institute website.
About Our Virtual Meetings
This gathering is a virtual meeting hosted by Zoom. The link below will take you directly to the registration page. Once you register, you will receive the confirmation email, which includes the link. You will also receive reminders about the webinars in the days leading up to the events. You are encouraged to click it a few minutes before the meeting start time to test your video and sound. You will be automatically placed into a waiting room upon entry until the host lets you in.
Join the Call
Each meeting is via Zoom beginning at 1:30 pm and links are available on the Institute website.
About Our Virtual Meetings
This gathering is a virtual meeting hosted by Zoom. The link below will take you directly to the registration page. Once you register, you will receive the confirmation email, which includes the link. You will also receive reminders about the webinars in the days leading up to the events. You are encouraged to click it a few minutes before the meeting start time to test your video and sound. You will be automatically placed into a waiting room upon entry until the host lets you in.
Join the Call
Saturday
Mar 19
Tuesday
Mar 22
Parish Leader Check In #35
11:00am
Every two weeks, all parish ministry leaders are invited to a virtual check-in. Topics for discussion include diocesan norms, policies, upcoming events, planning together, and more. Oftentimes, there is a chance to gather in small groups to talk about your specific needs as a parish ministry leader.
Meetings are recorded and available online. There is no cost and no advance registration required.
All meetings are on Tuesdays, and all are at 11 am.
About Our Virtual Meetings
This gathering is a virtual meeting hosted by Zoom. The link below will take you directly into the meeting. You are encouraged to click it a few minutes before the meeting start time to test your video and sound. You will be automatically placed into a waiting room upon entry until the host lets you in.
Join Zoom Meeting
If you do not have access to a computer but still wish to join, please call 301-715-8592, 845-737-3993, or 312-626-6799, and enter this ID number when prompted: 869 9146 9037
If you call in a few minutes before the meeting begins, you will likely hear music playing until we begin.
Meetings are recorded and available online. There is no cost and no advance registration required.
All meetings are on Tuesdays, and all are at 11 am.
About Our Virtual Meetings
This gathering is a virtual meeting hosted by Zoom. The link below will take you directly into the meeting. You are encouraged to click it a few minutes before the meeting start time to test your video and sound. You will be automatically placed into a waiting room upon entry until the host lets you in.
Join Zoom Meeting
If you do not have access to a computer but still wish to join, please call 301-715-8592, 845-737-3993, or 312-626-6799, and enter this ID number when prompted: 869 9146 9037
If you call in a few minutes before the meeting begins, you will likely hear music playing until we begin.
Saturday
Mar 26
Adult Confirmation Formation - March 26, 2022
9:00am - 12:30pm
If you are an adult (over 18) and a practicing Catholic who somehow missed Confirmation when you were younger, make plans to join us for a workshop to discover all you need to know to prepare to celebrate this great sacrament.
We will discuss the paperwork you need to gather and form you so you can receive the sacrament of Confirmation, required for those who wish to serve as a Godparent or Sponsor for someone else's Confirmation. It's also recommended for those preparing for marriage.
Once you complete this formation and submit the paperwork, you will be able to be confirmed on Pentecost Sunday at your local parish.
To register please complete the form below:
We will discuss the paperwork you need to gather and form you so you can receive the sacrament of Confirmation, required for those who wish to serve as a Godparent or Sponsor for someone else's Confirmation. It's also recommended for those preparing for marriage.
Once you complete this formation and submit the paperwork, you will be able to be confirmed on Pentecost Sunday at your local parish.
To register please complete the form below:
Address
St. Thomas the Apostle
203 East Ave
Norwalk
CT 06855
St. Thomas the Apostle
203 East Ave
Norwalk
CT 06855