Church of St. John Neumann

Shared Ministry Position Description

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Ministry
Cana Sponsor Couple
Contribution to Parish Mission Statement
By helping a couple prepare for the Sacrament of Marriage members of this ministry attempt to make a difference in the world through our efforts in our own sphere of influence. We also contribute to the adult formation in Christian values and demonstrate that we are a community that welcomes and reaches out to all.
Description
Married couples meet with and help prepare engaged couples for marriage. Initial training 6-8 hours. Three to four 2-hour meetings with engaged couples.
Responsibilities 
  • This entails administering a pre-marriage inventory and meeting to discuss the results of the inventory.
  • Using the inventory as a guide, you will facilitate the engaged couple's discussion of their relationship and offer insights from your own marriage experience.
Qualifications
Couples should be married a minimum of five years. Couples should have good communication skills. Couples should have a willingness to share about your personal relationship.
Time Commitment
Initial training - 1 Session (7 hours) and to work with three engaged couples per year with a minimum of three meetings per couple.
Length of Commitment
Three years
Training
One initial training session and advanced training on a voluntary basis with semi-annual ministry gatherings for on-going development and fellowship.
Responsible To
Coordinating couple