Go, therefore, make disciples of all nations.

Matthew 28:19

Overview

Phase 1: Pre-Mission

Our Pre-Mission co-ordinator visits the Parish (usually about a year before the event) to explain the ethos and practicalities of a Sion Community Parish Mission. We have a variety of Mission structures that can be adapted to meet particular needs and local circumstances.

Where necessary, additional visits can also be made at strategic times, to
* Assess the Parish and its needs
* Establish an effective Prayer Network
* Encourage the development of Parish census work
* Train and envision parishioners in Parish visitation
* Prepare for the arrival of the Mission Team and motivate the Parish

Phase 2: Two week Mission event

* Week One : House-to-house visitation

During the first week of the two week Mission, the Visiting Team spend most of their time on house-to-house visitation, calling on as many parishioners as possible.

* Before visiting starts each day, mass is celebrated followed by a short faith-sharing from one of the team.
* Depending on local circumstances an additional early morning or lunch-time Mass may also be celebrated.

* Week two : Mission services

Week two of the Mission concentrates on the celebration of our faith and on-going conversion. This takes place through evening Mission services which include: Preaching, Liturgy, Drama, Music, Testimony. There can also be special prayer times during the day, where different styles of prayer can be used. Week two also normally includes a Parish social, to allow the parish to gather and celebrate together.

Phase 3: Follow-up

By arrangement with the parish priest, a Sion Community member will return about a month after the mission to discuss the parish requirements for follow-up.

Where appropriate, Sion Community can be available to continue working with and equipping the Parish to become more effective in their own mission, by providing:
* Basic training in Parish evangelisation
* Advice and encouragement in the formation of small area groups
* Study materials and resources
* Resources and training in worship and music
* Leadership Training