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Welcome! Since 1997, the Diocese of Davenport has offered Ministry Formation Programs. We announced specialized training for ecclesial leaders with desire to serve God's people in the Church. Qualified applicants from other dioceses are welcome to enroll in this training. See below for more information. We offer a basic two-year program for pastoral ministry and specialization tracks in Parish Administration, Liturgy, and Catechetics.You may contact IlaMae Hanisch at hanisch@davenportdiocese.org or 641-791-3435 for additional information.
An electronic newsletter published by the Diocese of Davenport for all that minister in the Catholic Church. Each issue contains articles for ongoing ministry formation, workplace ideas, updates on pastoral leadership, reviews of outstanding resources for parish life and space for spiritual enrichment. To request this FREE newsletter send your name and email address to IlaMae Hanisch at hanisch@davenportdiocese.org.
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Are you interested in the MFP program:
If you or someone you know is interested in joining a Ministry Formation Program please contact IlaMae Hanisch, 641-791-3435 or hanisch@davenportdiocese.org. We have an on-site group that meets in Davenport at the Chancery and DVD groups that meet once a month in West Burlington, Iowa City, Davenport and Newton (other locations can be added based on geographic location of participants). The Liturgical Specialization group also meets once a month at the Chancery in Davenport.
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People who completed one or more of the MFP programs, commissioned by Bishop Amos
Fall 2009
IlaMae Hanisch gives a 13 minutes presentation on the Ministry Formation Program and how it can prepare persons wanting to work in church ministry. To view, click on this link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bXFkk3f6wbg.
The Ministry Formation Program is more than a program to train people for ministry, it is also a great way to grow in your faith and learn more about how you can become more active in your parish.
MFP Year I Basic Classes:
The program will be offered in two formats:
1) On-Site. Printed course material which is distributed prior to each course. The On-Site group meets two times a month at the Chancery in Davenport.
2) MFP-DVD participants use DVDs and printed course materials which can be studied at home. They meet once a month in a small group within easy driving distance. (Currently groups are in Bettendorf, Keota, Maquoketa, Newton and West Burlington. New groups can be formed if there are enough participants in the requested areas. Call IlaMae to discuss.
Year 1 Basic MFP (English): Courses for this year include: Ecclesial Ministries, Ministry in Ministries, Matrimony, Holy Orders, Baptism, Reconciliation and Anointing, Confirmation, Eucharist, Catholicism and Personal/Pastoral Themes for Ministry.
| Apr. 21 & 28 | Anointing/Reconciliation |
Basic Year I MFP English/Spanish Brochure 2011-2012
Basic Year I Information Packet 2011-2012
Credentials may be reviewed to "waive" some course requirements. For more information contact IlaMae Hanisch hanisch@davenportdiocese.org.
Registration Fees-Basic MFP Year (8 month program). This includes most books, reading packet, instructor stipend & facilitator stipend for MFP DVD groups (non-chancery staff) and retreat day. It does not include food nor transportation costs.
| MFP On-Site: | $150/person (resident of diocese) |
| $225/person (non-resident of diocese) | |
| $25 per individual course (resident of
diocese) |
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| MFP DVD: | $175/person (resident of diocese) |
| $250/person (non-resident of diocese) | |
| $25 per individual course (resident of diocese) |
All rates are per person, parish groups rates available.
The Ministry Formation Program is expanding to include a program for Spanish-speaking participants.
Year 1 in the Basic MFP will be offered in Spanish.
Year 1 of Basic MFP (Spanish):
Ministerio y Ministros Eclesiasticos; Matrimonio; Orden Sacerdotal; El Bautismo; La Reconciliacio La Uncion de los Enfermos; La Confirmacion; La Eucaristia; Catolicismo and Temas Personalas Pastorales para el Ministerio.
Dates: May 20, June 3, July 15 and Aug. 5. (No sessions in Dec., Jan. and Feb.) All sessions held at St. James Washington.
Fomacion Basica Ano I & Ano II
MFP Basic Year I (Spanish) Information Packet 2011-2012
We are grateful for the help of several priests, religious women, and lay ecclesial ministers who will teach the courses. The on-site facilitator is Mat McAndrew, who recently completed five years in ministry formation.
Brochures and applications are available by contacting IlaMae Hanisch, Matt McAndrews, 906-12th Ave., Coralville, IA 52271-1735 or email Karina Garnica or 563-324-1911
MFP Specialization-Liturgical:
Informational Packet 2011-2012
Registration Fees-MFP Specialization - Liturgical (12 months). This includes reading packet and some additional materials. It does not include food nor transportation costs.
| On-Site: | $200/person (resident of diocese) |
| $250/person (non-resident of diocese) | |
| $25 per individual
course (resident of diocese) |
The Specialization Track will be Liturgy:
Courses and practicum will be held at St. Vincent Center, Davenport, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on the following dates:
| May 12 | Parish Devotions (intercultural issues/Marian devotions) | June 2 | Parish Devotions (Eucharistic Adoration, Book of Blessings) | |
| June 16 | Practicum: Devotions | July 14 | Pastoral Care of the Sick, Furnerals | |
| Aug. 4 | Marriage, Baptism, Reconciliation Services | Aug. 18 | Practicum: Funeral Rites |
All rates are per person, parish groups rates available.
For more information, application, etc. contact IlaMae Hanish, M.P.S.; Diocese of Davenport, 2706 N Gaines St., Davenport, IA 52804 or hanisch@davenportdiocese.org or 641-791-3435.
Tentative Plans: Ministry Formation Programs 2012-2014:
2012-2013 MFP Basic Year II (English and Spanish) Catechetical Specialization
2013-2014 MFP Basic Year I (English and Spanish) Parish Administration (PLA/PA/FA)
Chancery Address: 780 West Central Park Ave., Davenport, Iowa 52804-1901
Phone: 563-324-1911 Email: communication@davenportdiocese.org
© Diocese of Davenport 2011
