MINISTRY OF MOTHERS SHARING
MOMS Training Workshops

The Ministry of Mothers Sharing (MOMS) is an outreach ministry

of the Sisters of St. Benedict of St. Paul's Monastery

gathering mothers for spiritual support

MOMS Training Workshops

These workshops are especially designed to strengthen the leadership skills needed in MOMS. The workshops empower mothers to understand Called & Gifted for the Third Millennium and to develop the skills to minister to other adults.

For More Information

Email the MOMS National Office

or call 651.748.4089
(toll free 877.281.6298)


Workshop I - How to Start MOMS in Your Community

This three-hour workshop provides an actual experience of MOMS by demonstrating the benefits of the ministry. It teaches participants how to introduce this ministry into their community, and how to establish a team of leaders who learn the details of initiating an initial 8 Week Session. Workbooks are used by participants.

“This time was well spent as it gave the necessary information regarding the benefits and need for this ministry in our community and how to make it happen here.” St. Paul, Minnesota

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Workshop II - MOMS Facilitator Training

This six-hour workshop gives participants an actual experience of an adult learning model, facilitating skills, “active” listening, discernment, the theology of MOMS, as well as the practical application of Called & Gifted in this ministry. Workbooks are used by participants.

“I learned very practical skills needed to be an adult learner, a MOMS facilitator and a better spouse and parent. An excellent learning experience for developing this Ministry and understanding Called & Gifted for our leaders.” Orlando, Florida

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Workshop III - Developing a MOMS Core Team

This three-hour workshop offers Core Team members the opportunity to develop team-building skills based on the servant-leader model. The value of clear job descriptions, methods of recruitment, how to discern, and mobilizing new members’ gifts are presented. Sample team meeting schedules, agendas, timelines, annual budget, and annual report to the leadership are taught. Workbooks are used by participants.

“Ten persons came together to claim our skills to form a Christ-centered team to serve the needs of mothers and families in our community. We began to see the big picture of being Called & Gifted to serve Christ in building Christian Community at home and in our parish." Grand Island, Nebraska

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