changes in The New Missal. Parents are involved in quality theological and sound sacramental preparation programs that speak to the needs of today’s families. Opportunities Offered 3 Encourage More Parental Involvement Sacramental Celebrations Criterion 2 Parishes should offer ample opportunities for the Sacrament of Penance, as well as retreats and parish missions. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Indicators: The Sacrament of Penance is encouraged with adequate times available. Weekly Opportunities 1 Continue More Communal Opportunities Anointing of the Sick is celebrated communally and when requested individually. Individual Opportunities 3 More Communal Opportunities Mass Enriching sacramental preparation is available for all sacraments. Currently Have Opportunities/Program 1 Continue Greater Communication
Criterion 3 Sacramental celebrations and devotional practices reflect the cultural heritage of the people assembled. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Anointing of the Sick is celebrated communally and when requested individually. Individual Opportunities 3 Continue More Opportunities After Mass RCIA is the formation experience for those adults seeking the Sacraments of Initiation. Available But No Current Inquirers 2 Continue Increase Outreach and Enriching sacramental preparation is available for all sacraments. Currently Have Programs Available 1 Continue Various forms of devotional prayer are fostered in your parish, which reflect the cultural heritage of the assembly. Currently Have Weekly Rosary Lenten Devotions 1 Continue Consideration of Additional Opportunities Funerals are celebrated with compassion and understanding. Yes They Are Celebrated with Compassion and Understanding 1 Continue Sacramental Ministries Criterion 4 Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate Notes for Planning
Parishioners are well trained for sacramental ministries. help 4=let’s begin Indicators: Ministers of hospitality are trained and regularly receive opportunities to grow in their understanding of the power and value of Liturgy. Minimal Training 3 Offer Yearly Training Opportunities Ministers of the Word (Lectors) are trained and regularly receive opportunities to grow in their understanding of the power and value of Liturgy. Ministers are Currently Trained 2 Continue Offer Yearly Training and Renewal Ministers of the Eucharist are trained and regularly receive opportunities to grow in their understanding of the power and value of Liturgy. Ministers are Currently Trained 2 Continue Offer Yearly Training and Renewal Sacristans are trained and regularly receive opportunities to grow in their understanding of the power and value of Liturgy. Sacristans are Currently Trained 1 Continue Encourage More Participants The Liturgy Committee is trained and regularly receives opportunities to grow in their understanding of the power and value of Liturgy. Committee is Currently Trained 1 Continue Encourage More Participants
for Training and Renewal Adequate funds, resources, staff, training and appropriate space are allocated to implement catechetical plans. Have Space and Staff 1 Continue Increase Ongoing Training Catechetical programs are rooted in the teachings of the Church and evaluated on a regular basis for conformity to the Catholic Catechism. Textbooks Approved by Archdiocese 1 Continue Yearly Evaluation of Program & Materials Organize Teacher Resources Parents are helped to teach their children the Catholic faith and values. Bulletin Inserts Monthly Newsletter 3 Continue Promote Use of Social Media Catholic Schools Criterion 10 The parish actively supports Catholic schools – both elementary and secondary in their operation and mission. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Indicators: Our parish supports Catholic School Education. Not Applicable Inasmuch As We Do Not Have Any Catholic Schools The Catholic school(s) our children attend are accredited and all teachers are certified to teach religion. Not Applicable Inasmuch As We Do Not Have Any Catholic Schools
for Parish Wide Renewal Parishioners understand that they have gifts from God to use in building up the Church through sharing their talents. Information and Opportunities are Available 2 Continue Increase Outreach to Individuals Criterion 15 Parishes partner with Catholic Charities and other ministerial alliances to serve those seeking emergency assistance, and also have internal programs prepared to reach out to parishioners who find themselves in difficult circumstances. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Indicators: Opportunities to partner with Catholic Charities and other organization to serve those needing assistance are available. Programs in Place and Well Supported 1 Continue Parishioners are encouraged to see their work as integral to serving the Lord. Through Homilies 1 Continue Increase Use of Social Media Inspirational Bulletin Notes Parishioners understand that they have opportunities to serve those most in need. Information and Opportunities are Available 1 Continue Seek Additional Local Opportunities
Criterion 17 The pastor, staff, parish council and finance council exert effective leadership that embodies stewardship and points to the future. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Indicators: The staff and councils pray together. Always Begin in Prayer 1 Continue Pastoral leadership encourages the fullest possible collaboration of clergy, religious, and laity in their common mission. Opportunities are Available 1 Continue Increase to Parish Through Social Media Increase Opportunities for Suggestions The councils reflect the particular population of the parish. All Areas are Represented 1 Continue Encourage More Young Volunteers Parish Elections The pastoral staff is trained and well qualified to provide the service they are hired to do and the staff receives ongoing education and formation. Trained and Dedicated Staff 1 Continue Seek Additional Opportunities for Training and Renewal The councils receive ongoing formation. None 4 Increase Awareness of Opportunities The parish council evaluates and Active and Dedicated Council Monthly Meetings 1 Continue
responds to the of the parish. Opportunities for Suggestions/ Compliments Financial Stability Criterion 18 The parish is financially stable and exercises good stewardship of its resources. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Indicators: The parish has a well operating finance council with a financial plan in place. Have a Well Organized Finance Council and Budget 1 Continue More Detailed Financial Analysis The parish is able to pay its debts within a reasonable time. Have a Good Financial Plan 1 Continue The parish has met its archdiocesan financial obligations. Have a Good Financial Plan 1 Continue The parish is not overly dependent on special fundraising activities. We Have a Variety of Revenue 1 Continue Parish priorities are reflected in financial decisions. All Ministries are Well Supported 1 Continue The parish ensures proper fiscal administration, business management and maintenance. Proposals are Thoughtfully Considered by Parish and Finance Councils 1 Continue The focus of the Finance Council is on Active and Dedicated Finance Council Continue
Geographic Proximity Criterion 20 The parish is taking into account its geographic proximity to other parishes and its Mass attendance in serving parishioners now and in the future. Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help 4=let’s begin Notes for Planning Indicators: The parish has shared pastoral programs with near-by parishes. Currently are Clustered with Meriden 1 Continue The parish has shared liturgies with a neighboring parish. Share Holy Week Masses 1 Continue The parish has worked to jointly schedule weekend Masses with neighboring parishes. Regularly Rotating Schedule 1 Continue Parishioners share programs and festivals which bring them socially together. Promote and Invite Cluster Parish as Well as Local Churches 1 Continue Parishioners and parish leaders are examining geographic distances as they plan for the future. Always Looking for Local/Regional Opportunities 1 Continue Parish Staff Criterion 21 Present Activity 1=going strong 2=adequate 3=needs help Notes for Planning
The parish has adequate and well-trained and compensated staff as well as well-formed lay volunteers and well maintained facilities to carry out its mission 4=let’s begin Indicators: The parish has hired well qualified professional staff to carry out its mission in all aspects of pastoral care. Committed Staff and Volunteers 1 Continue Seek More Spiritual Renewal and Professional Development Non-paid people are well-trained to be successful providers of services in the parish. Have Many Talented Volunteers 1 Continue Seek Opportunities for Renewal and Recruitment The parish has adequate space for offices, for liturgy, meeting areas for various size groups, catechesis, parish gatherings and needed places for other ministries and forms of pastoral care. New Parish Center – Classrooms, Offices, Parish Hall, Meeting Rooms 1 Continue The parish buildings have been evaluated by qualified engineers and deemed to be structurally now and in the foreseeable future and are handicapped accessible. Buildings are Up to Code 1 Continue Handicap Access to Sanctuary Handicap Access to Rectory Handicap Access to