Project 1.6 - Belong, Believe, Become
Pillar outcome: A new Member journey (including into leadership)
Issues
The Vincentian story is the story of the Ministry of Jesus, which is underpinned by radical inclusivity, accompaniment, & restoration.
We do this by applying the principles of dignity of the human person; preferential option for the poor and vulnerable; solidarity with people; and subsidiarity through listening.
The contemporary vision to respond to Jesus’ invitation to ‘come follow me’ challenges us to foster a sense of belonging in our common journey. It is this sense of feeling ‘at home’ that enriches our spiritual growth and fosters the good works we do.
Identified task(s)
- Structure is helpful but allow Conferences flexibility.
- What does prayer look like?
- Provide options and flexibility for contemporary practices.
- Explain our language.
- Provide resources to Conference presidents, to enable them to be more welcoming and hospitable
- Share prayers to the group. Examen, gratitude, other faith traditions – did we see God there?
- Encourage checking with each other, to build relationship and community.
- Future support in the ‘become’ space.
Success indicator(s)
- Inclusion – feel welcome now, through respectful dialogue about all Member’s contributions, values alignment and points of similarity.
- Authentic welcome and hospitality – the way we treat each other and our Companions.
- Feel at home, with hospitality – you belong NOW. Am I seen, am I welcomed, am I known, am l needed?
- What is our expectation re Catholic faith? Identify our diverse nature. Catholic Social Teachings.
Related sub-projects
1.2 Our compelling, shared story in 2023
1.3 The new Vincentian experience
2.3 Support systems for new Conferences
2.4 Sharing information and resources between Conferences
2.5 Whole-of-Society communications
3.1 Clarity on the pressures to adapt
3.2 The human interactions that support change
3.3 Promoting and sustaining experimentation
3.4 Accountability and following through
Resources
Champion Sr Therese H
S/T support:
Vic – recruitment and retention of new Members
Project team: Melissa W; Isabella M; Leo T; Mary R; Michael S; Rohan S; Susan D; Jenny P. Members wishing to join this team should contact congress@svdp.org.au
National Support:
- Establish Teams site for Project team
- Communicate on website
- National Mission and Spirituality Network for advice on implementation
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NCS via congress@svdp.org.au
Progress
Resources that explain the following are being considered:
- Why Members do what they do (i.e. what are the benefits gained)
- What is prayer
- Why we pray
- A guide on how to welcome people to Conferences
- A companion to The Rule and the Prayer Card that provides a simple explanation of these documents.
Diverse, Flexible Conferences for Impact sub-projects
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