FAQs
Why is this training necessary?
Have you had sponsors who needed as much formation as their seekers? Or potential godparents who declined to serve because they “don’t know enough”? Sponsors and godparents are meant to be spiritual companions, yet too often they are unprepared, uncertain, or unsure. It can be frustrating to find qualified accompanists for this demanding and sacred ministry.
What will be covered in the training?
Our next FREE webinar — Prepare sponsors and godparents for a journey of accompaniment — will show you how to change that. Discover how to prepare and nurture sponsors and godparents to fulfill their mission of truly accompanying seekers on the journey of faith and into deeper conversion to Christ.
You’ll learn how to find, encourage, train, and support sponsors and godparents. You will come away with a clear understanding of the core tasks and responsibilities required of these faith companions at every stage of the initiation process.
Here’s what we’ll cover in this important webinar:
- Why sponsors and godparents matter: Understand why these roles are key to fostering deeper conversion and discerning a seeker’s readiness.
- What is a sponsor and what is a godparent? Learn the distinct yet complementary roles, plus the qualifications and qualities needed for each.
- How to accompany seekers effectively: Discover the core tasks at each stage of initiation, and what’s required for sponsors and godparents to serve as faithful, capable accompanists.
- What might happen?: Imagine how transforming sponsors and godparents into skilled companions will not only strengthen your seekers but also lighten your own ministry load and amplify its effectiveness.
Register now and give your sponsors and godparents the tools they need to accompany seekers with confidence and faith. Save your spot today for Prepare sponsors and godparents for a journey of accompaniment on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at 11:00 AM PDT (2:00 PM EDT).
But don’t take our word for it. Here is one person’s response to a recent Team Initiation webinar:
“Thank you for your webinar. It was very informative, logically presented, and many creative ideas were shared. Since this is my first experience as team leader, it was a ‘gold mine’ of info and resources.”
Sr. Barbara Daniels, MSC
Reading, Pennsylvania
How does the training work?
The hosts will be live, and participants can view the hosts’ webcam. Participants will not have their webcams or mics enabled, but all participants can add comments and questions through the chat function.
The training lasts officially for one hour. However, the hosts will remain online for as long as participants have questions.
Is there a fee for the training?
The live training is free and open to everyone.
Will there be a recording available later?
A recording will be available for all Team Initiation Members. If you are not yet a member, you can learn more about the benefits of membership here.
