The Generous Heart

Looking for a great website in which to find support and resources for lifelong catechesis, planning, and small faith communities? Pastoralplanning.com will quickly become one of your favorite sites. ThePastoralCenter.com is your center for books and web-based resources designed with you in mind.

Do you or someone you know want to engage parents in a living relationship with Christ while involving them in the preparation of their children for reception of sacraments? Growing Up Catholic is a wonderful resource that helps catechists and catechetical leaders coach parents in their vital role in the faith life of their children.

Now approaching its eleventh summer institute, Music Ministry Alive! takes place in July each summer. MMA forms young music ministers and their mentors through prayer, formation, musical experiences, and a wonderful community of song.

 Click on the link for a Zenit article that summarizes an address by Pope Benedict XVI on pastoral co-responsiblity between laity, clergy and religious. Pope Benedict reminds us that "the command to evangelize is not just for a few, but for all the baptized.