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Andrew Project
Andrew Project is a program intended to surface the names of individuals who may possess the qualities necessary for a vocation to the priesthood.
The 31 Club
The 31 Club, began in New Zealand, is a prayer program in which a Serran chooses one date of the month when he or she will go to Mass and pray for all priests, sisters, brothers, deacons and lay ministers who have served or are serving his or her parish, and that future church vocations will be forthcoming from the parish.
Parish Vocation Resources
Serra International produces various materials for displays in church vestibules and rectories, including three brochures on parish vocation committees, "7 Steps to Forming a Church Vocation Committee in Your Parish," "15 Ways to Promote Church Vocations in Your Parish," and "The Parish Community, Source of Vocations."
Vocation Affirmation Programs
Friendship programs are one-on-one projects that demonstrate a Serran's affirmation of vocation through personal, on-going contact. Through the use of cards, remembrances and gifts, Serrans remember an anniversary, a birthday or a holiday and thank the priest, seminarian, brother or sister for his or her tireless work and commitment to the Lord.
Sports and Cultural Events
These large-scale programs provide priests, brothers, seminarians, and sisters with an opportunity to step back from the daily pressures of vocations and ministry and relax in a casual, supportive atmosphere.
Dinners, Luncheons & Appreciations
Whether formal or informal, dinners, luncheons, and appreciation events show priests, brothers, seminarians, and sisters that Serrans support their work through the sharing of bread at a common meal. These events are an opportunity to talk about the work of the club and what it has accomplished as well as listen to what the bishop envisions for Serra or what the newly-ordained priests are looking for in their relationships with Serrans.
Prayer Programs
Prayer programs focus on vocation affirmation in the context of a prayer-filled environment. They include Serra Day of Recollection, Family Prayer Program, and Ministry Affirmation Program
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