Every Person Deserves an Amazing Parish

Every Person Deserves an Amazing Parish

Every Person Deserves an Amazing Parish Almost exactly thirty days ago, I began this new role as the Executive Director of The Amazing Parish. In that time, I have received one question more than any other. “What is an Amazing Parish?” It is a good question and an...

More Pastors in Diocese Embracing Amazing Parish Program

More Pastors in Diocese Embracing Amazing Parish Program

More Pastors in Diocese Embracing Amazing Parish Program Written by Theresa Laurence | Tennessee Register | June 14, 2019 What does an amazing parish look like? Certainly, it can look like many things, but according to the official “Amazing Parish” handbook, amazing...

A Case for Parish Consolidations

A Case for Parish Consolidations

A Case for Parish Consolidations In many dioceses throughout the United States, parishes are being consolidated or combined in groups of two, three and even four.  The rationale for doing this seems to be the desire to improve efficiencies and to better leverage our...

Three Tips to Move Your Parish Forward

We've heard from many pastors and parish leadership team (PLT) members about the challenges of settling back into parish life after the conference, and we're excited to share some concrete and practical tips for helping you and your team through the process. During...

Your Role as a Parish Leadership Team Member

There are many important councils and committees at a parish, but the role of the parish leadership team (PLT) is a very unique one. As the Milwaukee conference quickly approaches, it's crucial for conference attendees to understand the role that they play as a PLT...

Parish Spotlight: Parish Block Party

Parish Spotlight: Parish Block Party

St. John the Evangelist's parish leadership team at The Amazing Parish conference in April 2017. Pictured from left to right: Fr. Chas Canoy, Andy Bihl, Angel Koerkel, Todd Gale, Fr. Brian Lenz. Parish Spotlight: Parish Block Party St. John the Evangelist, Jackson, MI...

Only the Pastor Can Take the First Step 

Only the Pastor Can Take the First Step 

Only the Pastor Can Take the First Step   The journey toward becoming an amazing parish does not begin by reading a book or attending a conference or participating in a webinar. It does not happen with a group of people sitting around a table discussing the...