Ministry Formation Program(MFP) 

 

 

 
Welcome to the Ministry Formation Program (MFP). Since 1997, the Diocese of Davenport has offered Ministry Formation Programs. We announced specialized training for ecclesial leaders with desire to serve as parish life administrators and finance administrators. Qualified applicants from other dioceses are welcome to enroll in this training. See the below for more information. For the two programs the applications are available. You may also request an information packet by contacting IlaMae Hanisch at hanisch@davenportdiocese.org or 641-791-3435. If leaving a voice message please leave your name, phone number and mailing address.  

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"In short, the MFP has literally changed my life! Not to sound cheesy but the light bulb went off within the last year and now I "get it."

I thank God everyday for leading me to this program and back to the church." S.D., Iowa City (a current participant)


The Ministry Formation Program is more than a program to train people for ministry, it is also a great way to grow in your faith and learn more about how you can become more active in your parish.

MFP Basic Year I Courses 2009-2010

ICN participants meet two Saturdays per month from 9 a.m. - 4p.m. at ICN locations around the Diocese. Non-ICN participants review the recorded ICN classes and then meet once a month for three hours for small group work. Your schedule is determined by your group and its facilitator.

Two options are available for this program: a) one meeting a month (times and locations around the diocese) or b) two Saturdays a month (uses the Iowa Communication Network also in several locations around the diocese). The following two programs will be offered for 2009-10. The class schedule follows. Information including overview, application, and schedule is available for download for use within the Diocese of Davenport.

Register for one course or for full curriculum.

MFP Brochure 2009-2010

MFP Brochure 2008-2009

MFP Basic Registration / Information Packet 2009-2010

MFP Binder

Both ICN and Non-ICN Cohorts:
September 19, 2009

Retreat: The retreat will take place at St. Mary's in Solon from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

This retreat is open to all who would like to come. Registration information.

ICN Cohorts:
September 12, 2009 Ecclesial Ministry & Ministries - IlaMae Hanisch
October 10 & 24, 2009 Baptism - Dr. Corinne Winter
November 7, 2009 Holy Order - Bishop Amos, Dc. Bob McCoy, Rev. Marty Goetz, Msgr. Hyland
November 21, 2009 Matrimony - IlaMae Hanisch
December 5 & 19, 2009 Anointing & Reconciliation - Rev. Edmond Dunn
January 16 & 23, 2010 Confirmation - Patrick Finan
February 6 & 20, 2010 Eucharist - Dr. Corinne Winter
March 6 & 20, 2010 Personal & Pastoral Themes for Ministry - IlaMae Hanisch
April 10 & 24, 2010 Catholicism - Rev. Edmond J. Dunn
Non-ICN Cohorts
Order of courses is as stated above, but each group determines their meeting times-usually once a month. Check with your facilitator about your schedule.

Credentials may be reviewed to "waive" some course requirements. For more information contact IlaMae Hanisch hanisch@davenportdiocese.org.


MFP Specialization-Catechetical Course 2009-2010:

Instructors and the schedule are being compiled for a specialization track and the professional endorsement for Catechetical Ministries.

Courses will be held from 8:30 - 2:30 at the Williamsburg Community Recreation Center, 939 S Highland Street; Williamsburg, IA 52361

(I-80 exit 220)

Catechetical Specialization Information Packet 2009-2010

September 19, 2009 Retreat 8:30 - 3:00 at St. Mary Solon
September 26, 2009 Catechesis
October 17, 2009 Catechetical Minister
November 14, 2009 Program Development
December 12, 2009 Professional Practice I
January 9, 2010 Professional Practice II
February 13, 2010 Pastoral Praxis I
March 13, 2010 Pastoral Praxis II
April 17, 2010 Legal Issues
May 8, 2010 Youth Ministry / Young Adult

This is highly recommended for parish directors of faith formation/religious education, youth minister, theology and religion teachers in Catholic Schools.

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Liturgical Ministry - MFP Specialization

Not offered this year 2009-2010

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Registration Fees-Basic MFP Year (8 month program). This includes most books, reading packet, instructor stipend & facilitator stipend for non-ICN groups (non-chancery staff), retreat day, and ICN line use. It does not include food nor transportation costs.

ICN Format: $150/person (resident of diocese)
  $225/person (non-resident of diocese)
  $25 per individual course (resident of diocese)
Non-ICN format: $175/person (resident of diocese)
  $250/person (non-resident of diocese)
  $25 per individual course (resident of diocese)

All rates are per person, parish groups rates available.

 

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Liturgical Specialization (10 month program)

Resident of the Diocese $200

Non-resident of the Diocese $250

Individual course fee $25

For more information, application, etc. contact IlaMae Hanish, M.P.S.; Diocese of Davenport, 2706 N Gaines St., Davenport, IA 52804 or hanisch@davenportdiocese.org or 641-791-3435.

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Tentative Plans: Ministry Formation Programs 2010-2013

2010-2011    MFP Basic Year II, Parish Life Administrator and Finance Administrator

2011-2012    MFP Basic Year I, Liturgical Specialization

2012-2013    MFP Basic Year II, Catechetical Specialization

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Chancery Address:  2706 N. Gaines St, Davenport, Iowa  52804-1998
Phone: 563-324-1911      Email: communication@davenportdiocese.org
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