New Pastoral Plans in Several Dioceses Set the Stage for Synodal Leadership and Management
At the start of the new year, several U.S. dioceses — Archdiocese of Philadelphia, Archdiocese of Newark, and Diocese of…
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Tutela Minorum Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding
The first “Annual Report on Church Policies and Procedures for Safeguarding”, prepared by the Pontifical Commission for the Protection…
Lessons from the Toolbox: A Pastor’s Wellness
In our Up First section, we highlight the important role the Church plays in individual and community well-being. But…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Intercultural Competence for Ministry
Intercultural Competence for Ministry: Mapping the Road Ahead by Fr. Allan Figueroa Deck A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox, Vol.…
Archdiocese of Los Angeles Reaches Historic Settlement with Abuse Victims
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles’ recent historic settlement with abuse victims highlights the importance of the Church’s ongoing accountability for…
Lessons from the Toolbox: Animating Your Ministry
A Lesson from “A Pastor’s Toolbox, Vol. 2,” Chapter 1 Leaders who’ve worked in a parish, Catholic school, or other…
Chatham University Report: Examining the Clinical Utility of Psychological Evaluations of Clergy Applicants in the Catholic Church
Each year, the Catholic Church in the United States spends between $10 million and $15 million psychologically evaluating the young…
Leadership Tip of the Month: A Synodal Leadership Reflection
Reflection is an essential process for transforming experiences into genuine learning. As leaders, it’s important to take time from our…
Excerpt from “A Seminarian’s Toolbox”
A Seminarian’s Toolbox From Chapter 5: Intergenerational Ministry By Nicole Perone National Coordinator of ESTEEM Blessed Are They Who…