Membership
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Benefits of MembershipBenefits for AOFP Members
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- Non-AOFP Sponsored Program Resources
- Speakers’ & Sabbatical Lists, Book Recommendations, “Share the Wealth” Information
- AOFP Professional Services
- Partner Services to Members: links to organizational websites for programs and services in the newsletter and website
- Collaborative Consultations within the Membership and with USCCB/CCLV
- Video Recordings of Convention Presentations
- Discounts on Convention Registration and AOFP Programs
- Voting and Speaking Rights during Strategic Conversations’ Meeting: Archdioceses, Dioceses, and Religious Communities
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Cultivating UnityThe Cultivating Unity convocation engages a presbyterate to strengthen what unites priests
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Professional Services
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E-NEWSQuarterly e-newsletter for up to five designates from each membership categoryResources
Sabbaticals, Retreat Presenters, Workshop Presenters, Convention Reports, Events, and other issues related to those interested in the continuing education/formation of the Roman Catholic presbyterate. Some resources are available to the general public while others are reserved for Members Only.
Annual Convention
An in-service and networking opportunity for directors/committees/team members or others interested in the continuing education/formation of the presbyterate from arch/dioceses and religious provinces, held annually, usually the week prior to Ash Wednesday. Member registration discount for the convention. $0 Exhibiting Fees for Member Partner Organizations at the convention.
Directors Workshops
Special orientation and training events for directors/committee or team members of presbyteral continuing education/formation.
Events/Conferences/Online and On-site Trainings
AOFP will advertise ongoing education/formation opportunities for priests.Consultation
The President, Board Members, the Consultant for Mission and other contacts are available for consultation on issues and concerns of continuing education/formation of the Roman Catholic presbyterate.
Regional/Inter-diocesan/Inter-religious Collaboration
AOFP supports and assists in the development of programs on Liturgical Preaching, Programs for New Pastors and Newly Ordained, and Programs to enhance the spirituality and wellness of Roman Catholic presbyters.
Mentoring for New Directors
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Endorsements
"Membership has not only helped me to strengthen the work I do in the area of Ongoing Education, but it's reminded me of the importance of my own need for continual growth and ongoing conversion toward a more faithful reflection of the image and likeness of God." - Rev. Adam MacDonald, SVD, Society of the Divine Word
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