Pastoral Planning

Conduct a pastoral visit at each parish.

Bishop McGrattan, Rev. Mr. Bill Radigan,  Parish Priests, Deacons, Religious, Lay Faithful.

2014 and ongoing

Each parish will receive a pastoral visit providing the opportunity for a comprehensive review of parish life.  A report from the pastoral visit will be issued to the parish's pastoral team.

Develop a three year plan for the implementation of a parish-based sacramental preparation program in collaboration with families and educators for First Reconciliation, First Eucharist and Confirmation.

Bishop McGrattan

Fr. Craig Cruikshank,

Fr. Bill Moloney

Peterborough City Deanery of Parish Priests

2015-2016 City Parishes' Pilot for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist

2016-2017 All Parishes implement a new sacramental preparation program for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist

2016-2017 City Parishes' Pilot for Confirmation

2017-2018 All Parishes implement a new sacramental preparation program for Confirmation

Fruitful preparation for the reception of the sacraments and the engagement of parents as the first educators in the faith of their children.

Clearly articulated links of parish, home and school curriculum components to support children who are preparing to receive the sacraments.

Consistency of sacramental programs in the parishes aligning with the CCCB's document, Criteria for Catechesis, 2015.

Review the Sacrament of Marriage Preparation Program.

Robyn Henighan, Family Ministeries Office

Deirdre Thomas, Resource

January to April, 2016 - Review process

April, 2016 - presentation of review report to Bishop McGrattan and Robyn Henighan

April, 2016 - Presentation of Report to Family Ministeries Advisory Council and Marriage Preparation Team

June, 2016 - Development of Plans for Next Steps

The goal of the Sacrament of Marriage Preparation Program (SMPP) review is to support continuous improvement towards a SMPP that embodies a faithful representation of Catholic teaching while responding to and reflecting current trends facing engaged couples who choose to discern God's call to the sacrament of marriage within the Roman Catholic Church.

Form a Diocesan Sacrament Committee for the ongoing review and oversight of preparation programs for the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation, Reconciliation, and Marriage.

Bishop McGrattan

Proposal to Council of Priests for committee membership, formation and terms of reference in the fall of 2016.

The Sacrament Committee will:

• meet three times annually,
• receive recommendations and matters referred by His Excellency, the Deaneries, and/or the Council of Priests,
• review sacramental preparation programs on a regular basis,
• recommend matters for revision and receive follow-up reports, and
• report to priests, Deacons, seminarians and catechists.

Proposed Key Committee Outcomes

• Diocesan oversight of sacramental preparation programs.
• Establishment of a regular review cycle for sacramental preparation.

Begin to implement the Good Shepherd program of catechesis in parishes.

Bishop McGrattan

Fr. Eric Mason

March of 2016 and ongoing

Implementation of a parish-based catechesis to support children's programming during liturgies.

Support the implementation of the program Growing in Faith; Growing in Christ in Catholic schools by ensuring the addition of one priest to each regional in-service team.

Bishop McGrattan

Barbara McMorrow, Director of Education (2013-2016)

Michael Nasello, Director of Education (2016 and ongoing)

Grade 1 was implemented in Catholic schools during the 2015-2016 school year.

Grade 2 was purchased and delivered in January of 2016.

Grade 3 will be implemented in 2016-2017.

Full implementation of the Growing in Faith; Growing in Christ religious education program at the elementary level in Catholic schools involving shared collaboration between parish, home and school.

Form a Special Review Committee to conduct a review of Wayside Academy.

Bishop McGrattan

Jim McKay (2015-2016)

Mike Whitfield (2016 and ongoing)

Fr. Joseph Devereaux, Chair of the Special Review Committee

Interim Report - March of 2016;

Final Report - January

The mandate of the Committee is as follows:

• complete an appreciative analysis of the operations of the Academy, including mission, teaching and learning, governance, systems processes and financial administration;
• prepare a five year business plan;
• review External Relations & Advancement efforts focusing on public relations, fund raising and enrolment;
• complete a process of assessment informed by feedback from the community, teachers, parents, volunteers and supporters seeking to review the history of the Academy and mapping out the goals to be achieved in the future and
• present a report to the Academy Board of Directors.

Begin the process for the Cathedral restoration plan and project.

Bishop McGrattan

Deb McRae

Vicar of Temporal Affairs

Rector and Vice Rector of the Cathedral

July of 2016 and ongoing

Restoration and enhancement of the cathedral facility to support the worship of the faithful.

Review the condition of parishes and rectories.  Develop plans for maintenance at the parish and Diocesan levels.

Bishop

Vicar of Temporal Affairs

Peter Brady

July of 2014 and ongoing

Effectively organized and safe work environment for parish priests, staff, and visitors.

Review the Vocations, Evangelization and Youth Office programs.

Bishop McGrattan

Fr. Craig Cruikshank

Ben Luckow

2014-2016

Renewed vision and plan for ministering to youth in parishes and the Diocese.  Development of a Vocations Office for the Peterborough Diocese.

Designate a residence called St. John Paul II House of Discernment to support men considering a vocation to priesthood.

Bishop McGrattan

Fr. John Perdue

Summer of 2016 and ongoing

Establishment of a House of Discernment to support vocational journeys with prayer, study and faith community living.

Develop a Diaconate Policy and formation program.

Bishop McGrattan

Rev. Mr. Bill Radigan

Rev. Mr. Ron McRae

Douglas Finbow

Summer of 2016 and ongoing

Diocesan Policy for the Diaconate in the Diocese of Peterborough

Formation Program for preparatory and ongoing studies in collaboration with Sacred Heart College.

Co-host with Sacred Heart College a Symposium for Life on June 17 & 18, 2016.

Bishop McGrattan

Dr. Robin Lathangue

Fr. Tom Lynch

Sr. Mary Rowell CSJ

June 17 & 18, 2016.

A forum for faith community dialogue about Physician-Assisted Suicide legislation and moral questions arising from it.

Collaborate with the Council of Priests to develop a plan for Priests' Study Days.

Bishop McGrattan

Council of Priests

Fall of 2014 and ongoing

Collaborative planning of Priests' Study Days to support the new evangelization priorities and effective administrative practices.