What to Expect, When You’re Expecting…A Call to Ministry
Formation Day:
What to Expect, When You’re Expecting…A Call to Ministry
April 26, 2025
8:30am – 4:00pm
Cost: $50 per Person
Nick Testa will discuss the expectations and realities, the role of the laity, and the real-world implications of working for the Church.
This session is designed for those discerning or already pursuing a second career in professional lay ministry. Nick will offer insights on how to align your personal charisms and gifts with your new vocation, ensuring that your professional skills and faith work harmoniously together. Discover how to respond to God’s call in midlife or beyond, embracing ministry as a fulfilling and spiritually enriching career path.
Speaker:
Nick Testa
After 25 years in private industry, Nick followed his passion for Church ministry by enrolling in the USML MAPS program. Later, he left his management job to work at St. Paul of the Cross parish in Park Ridge, Illinois, as evangelization and campus manager. Nick believes you can be a dog and cat person at the same time, having had two dogs and two cats in the same household for many years.
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About Formation Days
Formation Days at the University of Saint Mary of the Lake’s School of Parish Leadership and Evangelization are dynamic, faith-filled events designed to inspire and equip Catholic leaders and disciples. Rooted in the Church’s tradition of ongoing formation, these days offer participants an opportunity to deepen their spiritual lives, expand their understanding of the faith, and gain practical tools for effective ministry.
Throughout the day, attendees will engage with thought-provoking presentations, guided reflections, and interactive discussions led by experienced pastors, theologians, and ministry professionals. Formation Days foster a space for renewal, encouragement, and collaboration, empowering participants to return to their parishes and ministries with a renewed sense of purpose and a fresh perspective on their discipleship journey.
Whether you are involved in parish leadership, evangelization, catechesis, or are simply seeking to grow in your faith, Formation Days are powerful opportunities to rekindle your spirit and enhance your commitment to the Church’s mission.
