Why This Matters
The Church today is facing a listening crisis. Many faithful attend Mass, serve, and join small groups—yet deep down, countless hearts feel unseen, unheard, and unsupported.

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Only 20% of Catholics feel fully known and supported in their parish community (Barna, 2022)

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Christ-like Listening offers a way back.

It is not another technique—it is a way of being: rooted in God’s will, faithful to Christ, and open to the other. It creates sacred space where hearts encounter God, not just words.

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This seminar invites you to renew how we listen, how we accompany, and how we walk together in faith.

 

Seminar Highlights
From common struggles in parishes… to Christ-like solutions

• Surface Groups → Deeper Encounters
  57% say small groups stay surface-level (Barna). Christ-like Listening opens hearts.

• Hidden Wounds → Safe Healing
  56% keep faith private (Barna). We create safe, grace-filled spaces.

• Overloaded Priests → Shared Care
  Only 8% feel close to their priest (Pew). Lay people share the mission.

• Disconnected Hearts → True Communion
  8 in 10 feel unseen (Barna). Listening restores belonging.

• Lonely Journeys → Supportive Community
  Unsupported members are twice as likely to drift (Church Answers). We walk together.
   

Why Christ-Like Listening Is Different
Unlike ordinary listening or coaching, Christ-like Listening is:
• Rooted in God’s will – not just feelings or goals.
• A bridge – opening space for God’s grace to work.
• An encounter – leading beyond problem-solving to meeting Christ Himself.

 

Who Should Attend?
Especially valuable for:
• Small group leaders and parish leaders
• Priests and religious
• Catechists and lay ministers
• Families and those who accompany others in daily life

 

Seminar Details - Part 1
Dates: Monday, October 27– Thursday, October 30, 3:00–8:00 pm
Location: St. Stephen’s Church, 6032 Normandy Street, Halifax, N.S.

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Formation Structure (80 Hours Total):
• Part 1 – Part 1 (20 hrs, Oct 27–30): Core training in Christ-like Listening.
• Part 2 – Part 2 (20 hrs, Spring 2026): Fine-tuning skills and deeper application.
• Small Group Practice (20 hrs): Ten 2-hour sessions.
• Additional Reading & Application (20 hrs): Individual and group practice with materials.

 

Cost
• Part 1 (20 hrs): $250
• Books/Materials: $100
• Part 2 (20 hrs): $200
Total if paid separately: $550

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 Special Full Course Package Price: $375
• Pay $375 for the entire 80-hour program (formation, practice, materials).
• Save $175 compared to individual payments.

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Click here to register for Part 1 only for $250 (excludes materials & Part 2)