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The Faith Formation Staff at the Archdiocese of Dubuque is a team of dedicated professionals whose role is to assist parish leaders in the formation of Missionary Disciples. While each staff member has a specific focus, all members work together as a team with a shared vision.
* Parish visits * Virtual or in-person consultation
* Phone calls * Parish presentations
* Email correspondence * Any other way we can be of assistance
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Additionally, we have set virtual office hours for members of the FF Team to meet with each of you individually after the formal program, to walk through any specific questions you may have. We encourage you to schedule a time with the member(s) of the team you feel would best help you address your immediate questions. Use
This four-part monthly series was designed to assist faith formation leaders and pastors to create a vision for the future in their parishes, and how to get there. To view notes, Powerpoint slides, and recorded videos of the four sessions, click 
The Archdiocese of Dubuque participates in Newman Ministry’s high school outreach program, called Newman Connection. This ministry connects 2021 high school grads to college campus ministries across the United States. We highly encourage you to promote this program to parents and graduating high school seniors, so they can have a seamless transition to a faith community at college. If you have not already done so, please sign up to participate at this link:
Due to a grant from the Augustine Institute, new FORMED subscriptions for parishes in the Archdiocese will be discounted by $400 off the full price until August 6th. Click
In celebration of NFP Awareness Week, the Archdiocese of Dubuque will host an NFP Virtual Summit, an opportunity to learn about what NFP is and why it is beneficial. This virtual event will be held on Sunday, July 25 from 2:30 - 4:30 PM, and will include a keynote talk by Archbishop Jackels, breakout session talks by local experts and married couples, opportunities to network and ask questions, and more. There is no charge to participate, but you must register at:
Has your parish considered starting or re-starting (post-COVID) a marriage enrichment ministry? Many parishes utilize opportunities like Date Night to help married couples experience marriage formation, enrichment, support, and community. Trained Covenant of Love marriage mentor couples are available throughout the Archdiocese to help married couples achieve relationship goals with support, information, and guidance. For more information, visit:
TEC dates and locations have been set for next year. They are as follows:
Any Parish/School/College in the archdiocese which advocates for inclusivity of persons with disabilities is eligible to receive the Embracing Inclusion award. Awards will be given for Best Program or Project for fuller inclusive participation in the life of the faithful, and Best Improvement to Property providing greater accessibility. Awards will be presented at the annual Celebration of Life Mass celebrated in October. The nomination form can be found 
Recognizing ALL faith formation leaders, catechists, pastors, and parish leaders who have survived the challenges brought on by the pandemic! You stepped up with grace, humility, and courage, and discovered new and innovative ways to reach your parishioners during this challenging time! The Faith Formation Team commends you for your hard work, dedication, and creativity. Now, as we move into a new era of churches reopening, and we begin to put COVID-19 behind us, we would love to hear about the ways your parish is inviting people back. Again, thanks to all of you for stepping up to the challenges of the past months. Kudos to each and every one!
