The Diocese of El Paso requires lay ministers to receive comprehensive training and certification through the Tepeyac Institute. This certification process, culminating in a special blessing and sending forth by the Bishop at the Installation Ceremony, ensures that ministers are well-prepared and spiritually enriched. During these trainings, participants delve into the spirituality, theology, practice, and diocesan guidelines for various lay ministries in the Church. By completing this program with their pastor’s approval, they are certified by the Diocese of El Paso to serve their community for three years with knowledge, dedication, and a deep sense of mission.
Steps:
- Christian Formation Program. The “basics” for all Ministry Trainings. These are 12 classes that provide an essential understanding of the Catholic faith and the importance of the role of the laity in the mission of the Church.
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2. Ministry Training. The practical skills, theology, spirituality, Diocesan guidelines, and best practices of lay ministry. Taught by experienced instructors in a community learning environment.
3. Installation Ceremony. Celebrated by the Bishop or his representative, students are gathered from all across the Diocese and sent forth in mission with Bishop’s blessing to serve in their communities for three years.
3. Installation Ceremony. Celebrated by the Bishop or his representative, students are gathered from all across the Diocese and sent forth in mission with Bishop’s blessing to serve in their communities for three years.
Renewal:
The certification for the exercise of ministry lasts three years. Every three years, lay ministers must complete the following steps with their pastor’s approval: Christian Formation Renewal, Ministry Training Renewal, and attend the Installation Ceremony. This process provides ongoing formation, helping ministers to continue growing in their faith and service.
Ministry Trainings we offer:
Communion Ministers • Lectors • Sacristans & Altar Servers • Hospitality • Communion to the Sick • Pre-Marriage Formation • Special Needs Pre-Baptismal Formation • Social Media & Communications • Liturgical Environment Children’s Liturgy • Vigils & Funeral Services Bereavement • Music & Praise • Evangelization Youth Ministry • Young Adults • Finance Council • Matachines • Pastoral Council Restorative Justice • Hospitality to Migrants Social Justice • Stewardship... and more!
Costs:
Christian Formation Program - 12 sessions (24 hours) ......................................$40
Ministry Training Program - 4 sessions (8 hours) or 3 sessions (6 hours)...........$30
Christian Formation Renewal - 4 sessions (8 hours)...........................................$20
Ministry Training Renewal - 2 sessions (4 hours)................................................$20
Costs help us cover staff, instructors, and class materials expenses.
Our Spring semester run from January to May, and our Fall semesters run from August to November
See our Fall 2024 brochure here: [LINK TO SMALL PDF]
The certification for the exercise of ministry lasts three years. Every three years, lay ministers must complete the following steps with their pastor’s approval: Christian Formation Renewal, Ministry Training Renewal, and attend the Installation Ceremony. This process provides ongoing formation, helping ministers to continue growing in their faith and service.
Ministry Trainings we offer:
Communion Ministers • Lectors • Sacristans & Altar Servers • Hospitality • Communion to the Sick • Pre-Marriage Formation • Special Needs Pre-Baptismal Formation • Social Media & Communications • Liturgical Environment Children’s Liturgy • Vigils & Funeral Services Bereavement • Music & Praise • Evangelization Youth Ministry • Young Adults • Finance Council • Matachines • Pastoral Council Restorative Justice • Hospitality to Migrants Social Justice • Stewardship... and more!
Costs:
Christian Formation Program - 12 sessions (24 hours) ......................................$40
Ministry Training Program - 4 sessions (8 hours) or 3 sessions (6 hours)...........$30
Christian Formation Renewal - 4 sessions (8 hours)...........................................$20
Ministry Training Renewal - 2 sessions (4 hours)................................................$20
Costs help us cover staff, instructors, and class materials expenses.
Our Spring semester run from January to May, and our Fall semesters run from August to November
See our Fall 2024 brochure here: [LINK TO SMALL PDF]