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RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
The Role of the Sponsor
Role of the Sponsor
A sponsor is not:A therapistA problem solverA theologian
A sponsor is:A guideA mentorA witnessA friend
Qualities of a Sponsor
Canonical:At least 16 years old
Fully initiated in the Catholic Church
Practicing and participating member of the community
Qualities of a Sponsor
Listens with respectsDoes not pry
Does not try to fix problems
Respects confidentiality
Person of a faith and prayer
Able to establish or deepen a relationship
Duties of a Sponsor
Offer a welcoming spirit
Share Catholic traditions
Listen
Share life and faith
Introduce Ministry
Offer friendship
Witness
Offer a Welcoming Spirit
Invite candidate to sit with you at mass
Call your candidate by name
Show your candidate around the parish
Tour of church
Different buildings and what they are used for
Share Catholic Traditions
Prayers
Memories of growing up Catholic or your journey through the RCIA process
How tos:Sign of the cross
Receive Eucharist
Go to reconciliation
Listen
Offer support
Watch their body language
Do not offer advice
Maintain confidentiality
Share Life and Faith
Be present at the sessions
Invite to parish activities
Meet outside the sessions for coffee or dessert
Contact at least once a week outside the regular session
Introduce Ministry/Offer Friendship
Invite to participate in or follow along in your ministry
Do not force a relationship
Let team know if relationship is not working
Take the initiative in reaching out
Witness
Ask how they are growing in the processHelp in preparation for the RitesAffirm changes you see in themAttend all rehearsals and days of reflectionHelp candidate & team discern readiness to proceed to the next phase of process
On a final note:
Pray!!!!!