Lay Formation & Education
“The harvest is abundant...so ask the master of the harvest to send out laborers for his harvest.”
~ Matthew 9:37-38
Partnerships
Villanova: Master of Science in Church Management
A two-year online graduate business program that provides a high-level skill set in church management, built upon a solid business curriculum and a faith-based approach. Each course is meticulously designed for current and future Church leaders.
Chancery-Sponsored Programs
Advocate Training
Training for those who accompany and assist Catholics seeking resolution of their status in the Church following a marriage which has ended civilly or de facto by permanent separation.
Agape Service Proj - YA Formation
Formation for college-level staff who operate the summer program for middle & high school youth.
Agape Service Proj - Mission Curriculum
Curriculum for youth ministers to form their youth before participating in the week-long service experience.
Agape Service Proj - Service Learning
Middle and high school youth in serve the migrant community of Whatcom County by providing food, clothing, and community support, in the spirit of Catholic Social Teaching.
Annual Catholic Appeal Training
Training for those involved with the Annual Catholic Appeal at the parish level.
Betrothed Marriage Preparation Retreat
Preparation for marriage with a focus of connecting young adult couples to ministry opportunities.
Catechetical Certification Program
A foundational, sequential, and pastoral program that provides the basic tools to learn both the “what” and the “how” of our Catholic faith.
Catholic Schools Formation & Training
Professional development to positively impact student learning and develop Christ-like servant leaders, in the spirit of communion, solidarity, and subsidiarity.
Christ in the Classroom
Catechetical certification for school personnel.
Christifideles
Formation for lay leaders called to serve as competent, effective, and certified ministers for various ministries. Currently, we are supporting the remaining participants in this program and will announce its revision in the near future.
Consultative Structures Training
A Review of Many Gifts, One Spirit Consultative Structures policy, including best practices and guidelines for parish leadership.
Cultural Competency Training
Intercultural competence training for a basic level of awareness and proficiency in the area of diversity and inclusion.
CYO Camps
A time away from technology to provide a deeper encounter with Christ.
CYO Coaches Training
Training for coaches to be effective ministers who promote the moral and character development of youth.
Grief Ministry Workshop
Training for parish staff who minister to those who are grieving.
Instituto Hispano
Formation on the foundations of pastoral theology for those who minister to/with the Hispanic community.
Liturgical Workshops
Training for those who coordinate and prepare liturgies at parishes and faith communities.
Loyola Bilingual MAPS
Virtual Master of Arts in Pastoral Studies program for bicultural and bilingual communities, integrating theological and pastoral formation in human, spiritual, intellectual, and ministerial areas.
Marriage Preparation Best Practices
Best practices, resources, and guidance on how to form couples for marriage and engage them in parish life.
Mental Health First Aid for Adults/Youth
How to recognize symptoms, offer and provide initial help, and guide toward appropriate treatment and support.
New PAA Training
Provide new Pastoral Assistants for Administration and bookkeepers a fundamental understanding of the scope of their work.
Ongoing Faith Formation
Enhance knowledge of the human, spiritual, liturgical, sacramental, leadership, and ecclesial areas of faith formation.
Parent Formation
Equip parents and schools about the Church’s vision for marriage and family life with the children in their care.
Parish Stewardship
Develop an understanding of stewardship as a way of life and how it ties with discipleship.
Pastoral Care and Outreach Trainings
Develop ministers in the areas of hospital chaplaincy and prison ministry.
Pastoral Leadership Network for Hispanic Ministry
Formation and networking for those ministering to/with Hispanics.
RCIA and the Tribunal
Assist parish RCIA staff in understanding, recognizing, and addressing situations of marriage irregularity prior to receiving persons into the Church.
Region XII Hispanic Formation
Hispanic Ministry Formation for Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Alaska.
Safe Environment Program
Create safe spaces for the vulnerable, and educate/empower adults and children/youth in safety measures.
Tepeyac Leadership Institute
Provide civic leadership development for young adults who are not directly involved in parish ministry.
Young Adult Formation
Opportunities to go deeper in faith on various topics: theology, Catholic Social Teaching, politics, mental health, Theology on Tap, etc.
Young Adult Minister Formation
Tools for ministering to young adults, such as starting a parish young adult ministry, leading a small group, etc.
Youth Minister Orientation
Training for newly-hired youth ministers including: archdiocesan history and structure, USCCB priorities, sustainable models, pastoral care, etc.
Youth Minister Advent and Lent Retreats
Opportunities for revitalization in ministry, including spiritual direction and mentoring.
Youth Minister Annual Retreat and Work Day
Opportunities for building community and revitalization in ministry.
Youth Minister Fall and Spring Gatherings
Training and networking for all youth ministers of the archdiocese.
Youth Minister Spanish Immersion Training
Specialized track at the Hispanic Youth Camp, including an assigned mentor.
Youth Minister Special Trainings
Training and networking for all youth ministers of the archdiocese.