Bagley Ministry is dedicated to the continuing formation of deacons and our liturgical and ecclesial ministers. 

Parish catechetical programs are also available.Programs can be presented at workshops, seminars, days of reflection, missions,  convocations or retreats.  Let us come to your diocese or parish and present an informative, educational, motivating program that will inspire ministers and parishioners alike!

CONTINUING FORMATION FOR MINISTERS


Parish ministers serve the parishioners and strive to provide exceptional liturgies, outstanding catechetical experiences, fulfilling service opportunities, ministry to the sick and dying; all with the intent to bring the faithful closer to God.
We often need to step away and refresh and rejuvenate our souls in order to recharge our spiritual batteries. A Bagley Ministry continuing formation experience is a meaningful place to consider to provide continuing formation opportunities to your parish staffs and our catechetical leaders.
Parish missions and retreats are excellent opportunities to provide catechesis in an enjoyable and easy to understand presentation. Deacon Bagley is an outstanding public speaker and educator who has an engaging and easy to follow delivery.  Never talking down, or at, an audience he is engaging and facilitates appropriate discussion utilizing effective methods of adult education.

Some of the places Deacon Kevin has been and things he has done:


Adjunct Professor, Pontifical College Josephenium -Diaconate Institute

Retreat Master - Diocese of Atlanta - Diaconate Pre-ordination retreat

Retreat Master - Franciscan T.O.R. retreat, Fort Worth

Retreat Master - Diocese of Atlanta, Aspirant and Candidate Retreat

National Association Diaconate Directors - National Directory Institute and Ministry and Life Institute

University of Dallas Ministry Conference

Adjunct Professor, University of Dallas School of Ministry, Continuing Education

Diocese of San Angelo, TX - Deacon Convocation

Diocese of Altoona, PA - Deacon Day of Reflection

Retreat Master - Diocese of Austin, TX, Aspirant Retreat

Retreat Master - Archdiocese of New Orleans Deacon Retreat

Featured writer - Deacon Digest, Abbey Press

Reverend Michael Witczak, S.L.D Associate Professor of Liturgy and Sacraments, The Catholic University of America
Deacon Kevin Bagley combines years of parish pastoral leadership experience with a profound love and knowledge of the liturgy. His workshops will serve as a catalyst for the same knowledge and love of liturgy in those who take part in them." Rev. Michael Witczak, S.L.D. -
Monsignor. Stephen J. Rossetti, PhD, D.Min - Clinical Associate Professor, author, "Why Priests are Happy", The Catholic University of America 
"We owe it to our deacons, and to the people of God, to provide the best training we can for those who serve on the altar. Deacon Kevin Bagley has developed a fine program to assist deacons in their liturgical training. In addition to the rubrics, his program helps deacons to understand the spirit behind them and to aid them in becoming prayerful men of the Eucharist;  I hope many are able to attend."

Diaconate Formation

HOMILETICS


Using scripture as the starting we provide exceptional exegesis of the text and hermeneutics through our unique gifts and talents, we craft the homily to speak to the people in the pews with real life experiences of secular jobs, marriage, child rearing, financial issues and the other myriad of situations we experience as a permanent deacon, married man and working in the marketplace.  The participant will come away with a better understanding of how to craft his homily to engage the congregation.

RUBRICS, JUST THE BEGINNING

A program that will provide deacons with the proper liturgical training to ensure they knew the instructions, rubrics, and theology behind our celebration of the Eucharist. We provide an extensive review of Sacrosanctum Concilium, the General Instruction of the Roman Missal, Ceremonial of Bishops, The Spirit of the Liturgy, Ceremonies of the Modern Roman Rite, Elements of Rite, Let Us Pray, and other important texts. This didactic program permits deacons to better understand their liturgical role, the ars celebrandi, review and reveal their liturgical skills in practical exercises, and gain insights into a greater range of liturgical practice.


DEACONS AS LEADERS 

While humility dictates that don't take our selves too seriously, we must take our role as leaders in our parish seriously.  Parishioners look up to us for inspiration, guidance and leadership.  Our actions are observed and people expect us to lead by example.  Special attention will be given to the deacon who has an ecclesial leadership position, emphasizing leadership techniques, time management, caring for yourself, and working with staff and volunteers.


Empower Your Parish with Bagley Ministry

Bring inspiring and educational programs to your diocese or parish. Contact us today to recharge and rejuvenate your ministry staffs and catechetical leaders!