Learn about a training program that prepares compassionate listeners for many unique ministry settings.
The Bridge Builders for a Thriving Mission Initiative is providing training for lay people in pastoral care—at no cost to ACCs in the St. Cloud Diocese. Companioning one another spiritually is one of the most important ministries of a faith community. The vision of this project is to equip teams of compassionate listeners who are steeped in Benedictine spirituality. Participants who complete the process will be well prepared to offer pastoral care in various settings, form prayerful caregiver communities within their ACCs, and lovingly practice being a non-judgmental listening presence to whomever they encounter in daily life. Bridge Builders is partnering with the Community of Hope International organization, which provides a robust curriculum in three languages: English, French and Spanish.
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Dates
Information Sessions Zoom
Mon., Sept. 9, 6:00-7:00 PM Info Session (Zoom)
Tues., Sept. 10, 12:00-1:00 PM Info Session (Zoom)
Retreat 1 - The Abbey Guesthouse, Collegeville
Fri., Oct. 18, 9:00 AM - Sat., Oct 19, 4:00 PM
Zoom Sessions
Thurs., Oct., 24, 6:00-8:30 PM (Zoom)
Thurs., Nov. 7, 6:00-8:30 PM (Zoom)
Thurs., Nov. 21, 6:00-8:30 PM (Zoom)
Thurs., Dec. 5, 6:00-8:30 PM (Zoom)
Retreat 2 - The Abbey Guesthouse, Collegeville
Fri., Dec. 13, 9:00 AM - Sat., Dec. 14, 4:00 PM
Circles of Care
(6x monthly follow-ups, dates TBD)
Register for the Training
Bridge-Builders for a Thriving Mission will be hosting a cohort this fall. The first cohort begins the weekend of October 18-19. These cohorts will then gather by Zoom 4x and reconvene for a final retreat Dec. 13-14. This training is offered at no cost to participants. Overnight accommodations are available.
The training sessions will be coordinated by Sam Rahberg and Barbara Sutton. Kristi Bivens and Bethany Tollefson are also members of the facilitation team.