The Bereavement Ministry Training (also known as the Ministry of Consolation) is designed for those who are ministering to the bereaved in a parish setting.
New and seasoned parish bereavement ministers and volunteers are invited to join us for an upcoming Bereavement Ministry Training on January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2021 from 12 to 1:30 p.m. It will be an interactive, faith-based educational, and spiritual learning opportunity.
You will learn about:
- The Order of Christian Funerals
- Communication and Listening Skills
- Overview of Grief and Mourning
- Facilitating Skills and Support Groups
- Beginning your Program
- Healing and Meditation
- Self Care for the Minister
We hope you will join us to learn and share how the Christian faithful comfort mourners with words of faith and support and with acts of kindness.
Registrants will be required to participate in all online sessions and complete pre-homework before each session to receive full training. There is no cost to attend, however, the cost of an optional participant workbook may apply.
Registration closes on January 19, 2021, by 12:00 p.m.
If you have any questions about the program, please do not hesitate to contact Sally Amaral at 416-934-3400, ext. 518 or samaral@archtoronto.org
Thank you,
Office of Formation for Discipleship
