Hundredfold

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A comprehensive manual on how to start and sustain an effective Vocation Ministry in the typical Catholic parish.

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Hundredfold: A Guide to Parish Vocation Ministry, by Rhonda Gruenewald

ALSO AVAILABLE IN SPANISH

Hundredfold is the definitive handbook for promoting vocations in Catholic parishes.

Hundredfold Activity Poster Web

Each copy of Hundredfold comes with a poster with information about each of the book’s 67 activities

The book provides step-by-step guidance on how to carry out dozens of vocation-oriented activities, from powerful Holy Hours to innovative ways to support seminarians and inspire altar servers. It’s written for ordinary Catholics in ordinary parishes who want to inspire an extraordinary new generation of priests and religious.

Hundredfold goes beyond the nuts-and-bolts of simply running vocation activities, offering wisdom about how to start and sustain a healthy ministry. The author describes each phase of developing a strong vocations ministry, from start up to maturation. For example, if readers are starting a brand-new committee, they’ll form realistic expectations about what they can accomplish in the first couple of years. Existing committees, such as longstanding Serra Clubs, will gain a new vision and fresh ideas for their continued ministry.

Whether you’re working with a few people in your home parish, or are part of a network of vocation committees in your diocese, Hundredfold is a goldmine of real-life wisdom and practical ideas.

Nihil obstat: Rev. Douglas K. Clark, STL
Imprimatur: Most Rev. Gregory J. Hartmayer, OFM Conv., D.D., Diocese of Savannah

“Every parish should be actively supporting the call to priesthood and consecrated life. Hundredfold is an excellent resource offering activities for parishes that are inspiring and easy to use.”
Most Rev. Thomas J. Olmstead, Bishop of Phoenix

“Good vocations flourish in good families—and good families flourish in good parishes. Thank you, Rhonda, for the inspiration of Hundredfold!
Sr. Joseph Andrew Bogdanowicz, OP Vocation Director for Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist

Hundredfold is a tremendously useful resource for promoting vocations at the parish and school level. It inspires both pastors and laity engaged in the work of vocations. We give a copy of this book to every parish in the diocese.”
Fr. J.D. Jaffe, Director of the Office of Vocations for the Diocese of Arlington

Hundredfold is filled with ideas and activities to help Catholics live their own vocations and help others discern their vocations. It’s a wonderful resource for Serrans and parish vocation ministries.”
John Liston, Executive Director, Serra International

“Thank you for this fantastic book that has guided our Vocation Committee every step of the way! Our prayers have been answered through this book!”
Laurie Hervert, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, Ord, NE

“Rhonda Gruenewald has developed a fool-proof method of creating and sustaining a bountiful vocation mission in every parish. Her work is truly the fruit of the Holy Spirit!”
Margo P. Geddie, Serra International Board

“We frequently have pastors and parishioners who ask for help to initiate or revitalize their parish vocation committees. Having a manual coming from a parish’s practical experiences and with electronic forms available on the website will enable us to respond to their needs. We look forward to having it as a resource as we continue to build a culture of vocations for the sake of our Church and society.”
Sr. Anita Brenek, CDP Associate Director, Office of Vocations Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

“To have all of these activities in one well-written piece with such prayerful advice and documented practice is a lovely example of divine inspiration paired with the willingness of a servant’s heart. This is a true gift for anyone seeking a clear path to promote vocations.”
Anne Shepherd-Knapp, Chairman, Serra US Vocation Committee

“This book was written with much prayer and love, and will do tremendous good for those working to inspire vocations in Catholic parishes.”
Fr. Dat Hoang, Former Vocation Director, Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston

“This is an amazing “how to” manual for pastors and parishioners wanting to raise awareness of vocations in their parishes.”
Kurt Metyko, Serra International Board

Foreword by Fr. Brett Brannen

 

PART I

Chapter 1: The Mission

Why in the Parish?

The Ideal Vocation-minded Parish

How to Interact with Discerning Young People

My Own Story

Patron Saint of Vocations: St. Alphonsus Liguori

 

Chapter 2: Foundation & Organization

Prayer is the Foundation

Membership in Your Vocation Ministry

Recruitment

Member Retention

Ongoing Formation

Administrative Aspects

Partners in Vocation Ministry

Saint Junípero Serra

 

Chapter 3: Phases of a Vocation Ministry

Pre-launch: Preparing to Serve

Phase I: Laying the Groundwork

Phase II: Establishing a Presence

Phase III: Spreading the Word

Phase IV: Expanding the Ministry’s Reach

The Power of Prayer: The Mothers of Lu, Italy

 

Part II

Chapter 4: Prayer Activities 61

Phase I

Activity 1—Consecration

Activity 2—Intercession

Activity 3—Prayer Drive

Activity 4—Blessing Over Married Couples at Mass

Phase II

Activity 5—Eucharistic Adoration for Vocations

Activity 6—Prayer Cards for Vocations

Activity 7—Spiritual Bouquets

Activity 8—Prayers for Couples in Marriage Preparation

Activity 9—World Day Of Prayer for Vocations (Parish)

Phase III

Activity 10—Let the Children Come to Me

Activity 11—Traveling Vocations Chalice Program

Activity 12—Traveling Vocations Cross Program

Phase IV

Activity 13—Family Holy Hour for Vocations

Activity 14—Prayer Cards for Seminarians or Those in Religious Formation

Activity 15—Spiritual Adoption Program

Activity 16—Renewal of Marriage Vows

Activity 17—World Day of Prayer for Vocations (Diocese)

Chapter 5: Awareness and Education Activities

Phase I

Activity 18—Book Rack Materials

Activity 19—Bulletin

Activity 20—Discerner’s Packet

Activity 21—Promotional Materials

Activity 22—Marriage Awareness at Mass

Phase II

Activity 23—Festival Table

Activity 24—Ministry Fair Table

Activity 25—World Day for Consecrated Life

Phase III

Activity 26—Witness to Love

Activity 27—Young Adult Ministry in a Box

Activity 28—Marriage Enrichment

Activity 29—Called By Name

Activity 30—Fish Fry for Vocations

Activity 31—Discerning Religious Life

Activity 32—To Save a Thousand Souls

Activity 33—Melchizedek Project

Activity 34—Invite Those in Religious or Priestly Formation to Special Events

Phase IV

Activity 35—Inspirational Exhibit

Activity 36—Speaking Events on Marriage

Chapter 6: Youth Activities

Phase I

Activity 37—The Newman Connection

Phase II

Activity 38—Altar Server Recognition at Mass

Activity 39—Art Contest

Activity 40—Children’s Mass Kit

Activity 41—Christmas Carols

Activity 42—Classroom Visits

Activity 43—Panel Discussion

Activity 44—Marriage Awareness at Youth Event

Activity 45—Reunion Mass and Reception

Activity 46—National Vocation Awareness Week

Activity 47—Table Tents

Activity 48—Vocations Jeopardy

Activity 49—Vocation Video

Activity 50—Walking Rosary for Vocations

Phase III

Activity 51—Catholic Vocation Bible School: Discovery Mission

Activity 52—Altar Server Lunch With Priests

Activity 53—Seminarian Trading Cards

Phase IV

Activity 54—Altar Server Celebration

Activity 55—Altar Server Day at Seminary

Chapter 7: Affirmation Activities

Phase I

Activity 56—Cards and Gifts for Priests

Activity 57—Get to Know Your Priest Questionnaire

Phase II

Activity 58—Priesthood Sunday

Activity 59—Reception for Priest on Special Days

Activity 60—Seminarian Care Packages

Phase III

Activity 61—Seminarian Cards of Affirmation

Activity 62—Seminarian Welcome Back Gift

Phase IV

Activity 63—Ordination Reception

Activity 64—Remembrance of Deceased Priests And Religious

Activity 65—Deacon Sunday

Activity 66—Retired Priests and Religious Day

Activity 67—Reception

 

Chapter 8: Perseverance

 

Afterword by Fr. Victor Perez

 

Appendix A: Sample Annual Budgets

Appendix B: Sample Calendar of Events

Appendix C: Vocation Definitions

Rhonda Gruenewald and Family. Author of Hundredfold: A Guide to Parish Vocation MinistryOver the course of four years, Rhonda Gruenewald turned her parish’s dormant parish vocation committee into a powerhouse ministry brimming with energy. With her leadership, St. Cecilia’s has become a model “vocation parish,” with year-round programs to help youth to discern their vocations and adults to support them. A convert to the Catholic faith, Rhonda is a former speech and English teacher with a knack for organization and a tremendous love for the priesthood and religious life. She lives in Houston with her husband and two teenage children.

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Weight 0.8 lbs
Dimensions 9 × 6 × 0.5 in

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