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Bernard F. Swain, Ph.D. 

                        guiding  more  effective  leadership  since 1976

 

 

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Keeping On Course…

The Catholic Church is the world’s largest organization, but ultimately its mission depends on the capacity of local churches, our parishes, to bring the light of faith and a vision of our future to Catholics—in sacrament and fellowship, in word and worship, in service and formation.

By its nature, pastoral leadership often feels like a journey over uncharted waters—especially in these troubling times. Parish leaders everywhere can benefit from outside help in navigating the difficult challenges they face. The clarifying perspective of a neutral “onshore” guide can shed light on the course ahead and enhance the journey for everyone.

Whatever your current challenge is—adult formation or ministry training, pastoral planning or parish clustering, team-building or council development, conflict resolution or visioning—my ministry is helping YOU meet that challenge more effectively.

Pope John-Paul II called Collaboration “The Act proper to Solidarity.” But Collaboration is neither accidental nor automatic. It is deliberate and intentional behavior. Its tools and skills must be learned. Guiding people to collaborate better is my work.

I invite you to tour this site and learn more about my work. I also invite you to contact me anytime at bfswain@juno.com.

 

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Bernard F. Swain, Ph.D.guiding  more  effective  leadership  since  1976 bfswain@juno.com