Blossoming from the seeds of Faith
Seeds Ministry provides support and catechesis for students and adults with diverse learning needs who have not yet received the Catholic sacraments. The seeds of Faith have been planted and nurtured by their caregivers but may need extra help to blossom in full communion within their parish communities.
Seeds Ministry aims to meet the needs of these special individuals by partnering with families and parish staff to bring their sacraments to completion.
What SEEDS Offers Parishes, Schools & Families
Consultation
Seeds offers one-time, intermittent, or ongoing consultation to parish pastors, directors of religious education, school leaders, and/or religion teachers who provide sacrament preparation to a wide array of learners.
Resources
Seeds has curated and created a set of resources to help parishes, schools, and families provide high quality sacrament preparation to diverse learners. Many of our resources are free and readily available - just reach out!
1:1 Sacrament Prep
When parishes, schools, or families need direct support to provide diverse learners with sacrament preparation, Seeds catechists are at the ready to provide high-quality 1:1 or small group instruction.
Seeds Approach is Personal
Seeds Director, Janet Sobczyk, approaches sacrament preparation with the heart of a parent and an educator. She is the mother of five, and her youngest has Down syndrome. As a Certified Catholic Religion Teacher holding a Bachelor of Science in K-12 Special Education, Janet has made a meaningful impact as a substitute teacher, media/library teacher, religion teacher, and campus minister at Madonna before founding the Seeds ministry. Janet shared on EquipCast how her daughter, Monica, a person with special needs, was able to receive the sacraments. She also shared the vision and mission of Seeds and how it began.
Growing in Faith, Together
At Madonna Ability Alliance, we believe that supporting individuals and families means nurturing the whole person - mind, body, and spirit. Seeds Ministry provides those we serve with a trusted resource to help them experience the full life of the Church.