| PASTORAL COUNCIL NEWS |
| The Pastoral Council of Transfiguration of Our Lord at the present time is composed of the following members 1. Fr. Joseph Patrick Sullivan |
| Pastoral Council Survey |
| New Pastoral Plan: "Proposing Jesus Christ Today" Last Spring the parish council conducted a Parishioner Survey so as to better understand the parishioners' concerns and these are the results. SUMMARY - PARISHONERS' SURVEY PROGRAMS OR TOPICS INTEREST EXPRESSED BY a) A study of the scriptures 34 People b) A better understanding of the sacraments 22 People c) A greater understanding of the liturgy 20 People d) A review of the Catechism of the Catholic Church 22 People e) Topics of the Vatican II 16 People f) Annual retreats 21 People g) Bible study groups 16 People h) Faith sharing groups 25 people i) Short courses (5 - 10 weeks) 16 People j) RCIA programs ( Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) 4 People It was evident that people are struggling to build a relationship with God. There was a sense that people WANT to enter into this relationship, but they do not realize that THEY have to take the initial steps to build this relationship. Instead, they are waiting for IT to come to them. People are also looking to relate to others through entering into discussion with one another. They are looking for action and interaction. They are seeking help to live the WORD. There was a call to get back to basics. It is not theology, which is needed, but help in the PRACTICE. The theme "WWJD" (What Would Jesus Do) resounded. The Parish Council will take those results into account when planning future undertakings. A Day of Reflection is being planned for May 21, 2005 in the Fr. Penny Hall from 9:30 am until 3:30 pm. The purpose of this day is to provide time for the Parish Council members to review their activities over the past five years (since its inception) and reflect through prayer and fruitful discussion the future mandate and priorities of the Parish Council over the next few years keeping in mind that their attention should be to stimulate the faith-life of the Parish. For this undertaking to be successful all members of the Parish Council are asked to make every effort to attend. Sr. Kay Duffin CND will be the Moderator for the day. |
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