Scroll down to find the various tools available for use as part of the Be Missionary Disciples planning process.
For assistance accessing any of these tools, please contact the Office Pastoral Planning. (Contact Us).
Be Missionary Disciples Archdiocesan Pastoral Plan
The final pastorate design was ratified by Archbishop Lori in February 2017. The plan document below describes the pastorate design and implementation process. A separate PDF contains the pastorate design maps only.
Pastoral Planning Prayer
To print copies of the pastoral planning prayer card used at the regional consultations, download the PDF file below.
To order printed copies of the prayer card, please contact Catholic Review at editor@catholicreview.org or 443-524-3150. Prices based on quantity ordered.
Foundational Documents
Several documents will guide the Be Missionary Disciples pastoral planning process. Click on the buttons below to access them as they become available.
Tools for Evangelization-Based Planning
National Religious Studies
Click the links below to read about national trends in religious participation that may influence how you plan for evangelization and ministry.
If you would like more information on a topic not covered below, email Daphne.Daly@archbalt.org and we will try to find a reliable source to link here.
Parish Survey Blog Series
During the parish survey results Review & Reflection process, parishes were asked to consider what the responses indicated might be the greatest opportunities and challenges to missionary discipleship. A series of 12 blog posts were written to help in this reflection process. Click below to read through the series.
Mapping App
You can access the online mapping tool here:
(Note: This online Mapping App is for parish planning team members only. A password is required for access.)
Archdiocesan and Region-wide Parish Survey Results
Archdiocesan-wide Parish Survey Results
The reports below provide survey results at the Archdiocesan level for all respondents, as well as respondents who self-identified as Hispanic, Black, and/or Families with Children Under 18.
Additionally, a comparative analysis of responses to certain questions is provided for those who are “most inspired” by their parish versus those who are “least inspired.”
Parish Review & Reflection Guidance
Click below to read the guidance provided for reviewing and reflecting on parish survey responses and other data. Parish Mission Readiness Statements were submitted by September 30, 2016.
Region-wide Survey Results
Click on the links below to see the parish survey results by region.
View past presentations and documents, and order copies of the pastoral letter.
Survey
The parish survey closed on December 31, 2015.
To reference PDF copies of the survey in English and Spanish, as well as the Youth Survey for children ages 11-17, click on the files below:
Ordering Copies of the Pastoral Letter
Please call the Office of Pastoral Planning (410-547-5447) to request copies of the pastoral letter.
Archive of Past Presentations
Regional Parish Consultations (November 9-11)
Four regional parish consultations on the pastorate model were held November 9-11. Click below to download a copy of the presentation from those meetings.
Survey Results Presentation
Click below to view the presentation given at the April and May region meetings, during which the survey results and an overview of how to reflect on them were shared.
Business Managers’ In-Service Day
Presentation by Dennis Cheesebrow
Click below to view the presentation given by Dennis Cheesebrow at the May 18, 2016 Business Managers’ In-Service Day.
Oct. 29 Management In-Service Day
Download a copy of the Be Missionary Disciples presentation given at the Management In-Service Day:
Oct. 5 Day of Enrichment Materials
Download copies of the opening presentation and booklet of handouts here: