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"In short, the MFP has literally changed my life! Not to sound cheesy but the light bulb went off within the last year and now I "get it."

I thank God everyday for leading me to this program and back to the church." S.D., Iowa City (a current participant)

Are you looking for English MFP or Spanish MFP?

Retreat Day for Ministry Formation Program (MFP) Participants: September 18, St. Patrick Parish, Iowa City. Bishop Amos will preside at the liturgy during which ecclesial ministers will be commissioned. This year the retreat will be offered in English and Spanish. This retreat is for who are beginning or continuing ministry formation programs. This retreat is open to all adults in the diocese as well. Registration information will be published mid-summer.

For further information about any ministry formation program contact IlaMae Hanisch, hanisch@davenportdiocese.org or 641-791-3425.

The Ministry Formation Program is expanding to include a program for Spanish-speaking participants. For the first time, during 2010-2011, we will offer the Basic two-year MFP in Spanish. Classes begin in January and will meet monthly on Sundays, 3:00-6:00 p.m., in St. Joseph's Church basement in West Liberty. Class dates are January 10, February 21, March 21, April 11, May 2, June 13, July 11, August 8, and September 12. The next two year program 2012-2013, will be held in another location in the diocese. We hope to offer the program each year and move the location every two years. Brochure

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 563-324-1912 ext. 232.

As needs in the Church and our diocese change, so does the formation program designed to form leaders for ministry in the Church. Since 1997, specialization programs have been added to the Basic two-year process for 1) catechetical leaders, 2) liturgical leaders, 3) pastoral associates, 4) finance administrators and 5) parish life administrators. Year 1 in the Basic MFP is also a prerequisite for the diaconate.

Year 1 for Spanish-speaking Participants: New members are welcome..even if you have missed previous sessions. The classes meet in West Liberty. Remaining sessions are:

Oportunidades Especificas de Formacion para Ministros

Enrequecimiento Personal, Concilio Parroquial, Voluntario Parroquial:

MFP  Año Básico I & II

Director/Coordinador de Foramcion de Fé

Director/Coordinador de Ministros Jovenes:

MFP Año Básico  I & II

Especializacion – Catequesis

Liturgico:

MFP Año Básico  I & II

Especializacion – Liturgia

Socio Pastoral:

MFP Año Básico I & II

Especializacion – Catequesis

Especializacion – Liturgia

Administracion de la vida Parroquial

(8 cursos especificados)

Administrador Financiero:

MFP Año Básico II

Administracion de la Vida Parroquial

(4 cursos especificos)

Diácono:

MFP Año Básico I

Proceso de Formacion de Diáconos

Administracion de la Vida Parroquial:

MFP Año Básico I & II

Especializacion – Catequesis

Especializacion – Liturgia

Administracion de la vida Parroquial

(12 cursos especificados)

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People who completed one or more of the MFP programs, commissioned by Bishop Amos

Fall 2009

The dates for the 2010-2011 MFP are being finalized. Year II in the basic MFP will be offered in English and Spanish. The specialization track will be Parish Life Administrator training. Look for additional information in future issues of the Mini-Messenger and on the diocesan website.

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 II Basic Classes: Participants are welcome to join at any time. The program will be offered in two formats: 1) Via ICN and printed course material which is distributed prior to each course. The ICN groups meet two times a month at an ICN location within easy driving distance. 2) Non-ICN 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. Courses for this year include: Old Testament, New Testament, Introduction to Spirituality, Introduction to Theology, Introduction to Liturgy, Introduction to Canon and Civil Law, Introduction to Moral Themes, and Introduction to Catechetical Themes. Registration information and application forms will be available the end of June.

Parish Life Administrator, Pastoral Associate, and Finance Administrator: These programs will meet once a month in a central location. Dates, location, registration information and application forms will be available at the end of June. Formation and internships for these programs will begin in September.

Parish Life Administrator Courses: Parish Life, Presiding, Preaching, Annulments, Leadership for Life-long Faith Formation, Leadership for Sacramental Preparation (includes RCIA), Parish Leadership I and II, Parish Management I and II.

Pastoral Associate Courses:  Parish Life, Presiding, Preaching, Annulments, Leadership for Life-long Faith Formation, Leadership for Sacramental Preparation (includes RCIA).

Finance Administrator Courses: Parish Management I and II, Parish Leadership I and II.

Credentials may be reviewed to "waive" some course requirements. For more information contact IlaMae Hanisch hanisch@davenportdiocese.org.

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MFP Specialization-Catechetical Course 2009-2010:

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Liturgical Ministry - MFP Specialization

Not offered this year 2009-2010

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Registration Fees-Basic MFP Year (8 month program). This includes most books, reading packet, instructor stipend & facilitator stipend for non-ICN groups (non-chancery staff), retreat day, and ICN line use. It does not include food nor transportation costs.

All rates are per person, parish groups rates available.

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Liturgical Specialization (10 month program)

Resident of the Diocese $200

Non-resident of the Diocese $250

Individual course fee $25

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.

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Tentative Plans: Ministry Formation Programs 2010-2013

2011-2012    MFP Basic Year I, Liturgical Specialization

2012-2013    MFP Basic Year II, Catechetical Specialization

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