What We Do: A full-day retreat for those interested in a day of spiritual reflection
Training: None. Opportunities to help plan are available
Time Commitment: Each from 9am -3 pm. Planning groups meet as needed.
Contact: Debbie Carmody, 563-5303, Mary Mueller, 563-5310

What We Do: Prepare couples within the faith community for marriage
Training: Training for lead couples is available
Time Commitment: A brief series once or twice a year
Contact: Linda Porter, 451-9611

What We Do: A two- or three-evening series with a guest retreat presenter
Training: None
Time Commitment: 60-90 minutes for 2 or 3 sessions
Contact: Debbie Carmody, 563-5303 or Mary Mueller, 563-5310

What We Do: Reflect on Sunday readings with those preparing for full initiation into the Church
Training: Mentored ongoing training
Time Commitment: 45 minutes each week on Sunday morning
Contact: Debbie Carmody 563-5303; dcarmody@goodshepherdshawnee.org

What We Do: Supply tasty treats for the Easter Vigil reception for new members
Training: None
Time Commitment: Time purchasing or preparing food items
Contact: Debbie Carmody 563-5303; dcarmody@goodshepherdshawnee.org

What We Do: Organize contributions of food for the retreat and Easter Vigil
Training: No training needed, ongoing support and resourcing from the coordinator
Time Commitment: About 45 minutes/month and 4-6 hours in the spring
Contact: Debbie Carmody 563-5303; dcarmody@goodshepherdshawnee.org

What We Do: Introduce interested individuals to Catholicism as representatives of our faith community
Training: Mentored, ongoing training
Time Commitment: 2 hours on Sunday morning for six weeks in the fall
Contact: Debbie Carmody 563-5303; dcarmody@goodshepherdshawnee.org

What We Do: Match initiates to sponsors in the faith community, assist with training of and ongoing communication with sponsors
Training: Mentored, ongoing training
Time Commitment: Six to 8 hours in the fall
Contact: Debbie Carmody 563-5303; dcarmody@goodshepherdshawnee.org

What We Do: Assist those preparing for full initiation into the Church
Training: Two hours in the fall
Time Commitment: Attend Sunday morning sessions from October through April
Contact: Debbie Carmody 563-5303; dcarmody@goodshepherdshawnee.org

What We Do: Provide an opportunity to experience Church as the early Christians did. Participants develop bonds with each other in the Holy Spirit through exploring the Word of God, providing support to one another and exploring outreach opportunities as an authentic response to the Gospel.
Training: Small group facilitator with training provided
Time Commitment: Participate in 6 week sessions offered several times a year
Contact: Debbie Carmody, 563-5303 or Mary Mueller, 563-5310