The Bishops want YOUR feedback!
The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) is asking Dioceses & Catholic Organizations across the United States to hold listening sessions so the Bishops can hear how the People of God understand their own identity as sons and daughters of God and how this identity impacts their mission in the Church and society.
From this request, the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis is hosting a listening session to receive feedback from those working in our local church. Join Archbishop Hebda on Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 1:30-3:00 pm as the Archdiocese receives your feedback and consultation.
Why register?
- This is a rare opportunity to give your feedback to the USCCB.
- With all that is going on in the world, this is a time to reflect on the mission you have been given at your Baptism.
- Come together with others in the field and hear how their Baptism impacts their mission.
- Archbishop Hebda will be there.
***Register before Tuesday, October 21st and your name will be entered to win a gift card – need to be present to win!***
Format of Session:
- Introduction, Opening Prayer, & Instructions
- Breakout Rooms
- Time to share and listen to each other’s thoughts on each of the Core Consultation Questions
- Each participant will be given 90 seconds to share per question
- Conclusion & Gift Card Drawing
In preparation, we invite you to take some time to pray with the Baptism of Jesus in Matthew 3:13-17. As you sit with the Lord and this scripture, prayerfully reflect on the questions below.
Core Consultation Questions
- How does your baptismal identity impact your engagement with Church and society?
- How do you feel co-responsible for the work and mission of the Catholic faith?
- Where do you see the Holy Spirit at work in your relationship/engagement with the Church?
- What are your joys, hopes, and visions for the role of the laity within the Church and in society?
Conflict with the Standards in Church Ministry Conference? There are two options available to you:
- Submit written feedback prior to the USCCB Listening Session.
- Attend USCCB Listening Session and log a ticket with Mission Support to learn how to meet the attendance requirement for PACE & PRISM.
Can’t make it on October 23rd for a different reason? Please take a moment to submit your responses here before the 23rd.
¿No puedes venir el 23? Envía tus respuestas aquí.
Questions? Send an email to missionsupport@archspm.org or call 651-251-7777.