Parish Administration Institute

Develop your skills as a steward and leader for this new apostolic age of the Catholic Church!

Our four-day Parish Administration Institute provides spiritual formation and practical tools for leadership and service in the Church. Join graduate students and faculty on campus to explore case studies, share expertise, network with peers, and develop a plan for apostolic
renewal in your own parish community.

Event Details

Sunday, July 26 - Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Gary Tharaldson School of Business
University of Mary Main Campus, Bismarck, ND

Cost: $49 (room and board are not included; lunch can be purchased on campus)

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Areas of Inquiry

  • Apostolic Renewal of Parish Management: Explore the theological principles that inform parish structure and how clergy, laity, and committees help parishes operate in the spirit of the Gospel.
  • Stewarding Assets of Apostolic Mission: Develop an apostolic and entrepreneurial approach to parish finance, accounting, risk management, and property management.
  • Managing Talent in an Apostolic Age: Create frameworks for effective leadership and human resource management, in conformity with civil law and Catholic teaching.

Schedule

Sunday, July 26

Arrival and evening welcome reception
Location: TSB Basement, Gary Tharaldson School of Business

Monday, July 27

8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Introductions
  • Workshops: Prayer and Discernment
  • Mass
  • Tour of Annunciation Monastery
Tuesday, July 28

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  • Mass
  • Lecture: Building an Apostolic Culture
  • Parish Playbook Project Launch
  • Workshop: Parish Playbook Capstone Project
  • Group Photo
  • Evening Social/Dinner
Wednesday, July 29

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

  • Capstone Presentations: The Apostolic Parish Playbook
  • Q&A Panel: Lessons Learned, and the Future of Apostolic Leadership
  • Adjourn

Accommodations for the Institute

For information on hotels, dining, parking, and more, see our Visit webpage.