The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is developing a ministry which will offer support to couples experiencing a prenatal diagnosis and carrying to term. Peer ministers and volunteers are invited to come and be a part of this important ministry.

Have you carried to term following a prenatal diagnosis? Or have you experienced the loss of a child by miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn death? Consider becoming a peer minister. Peer ministers engage parents carrying to term and journey with them based on shared experiences.

To expectant parents, peer ministers offer unique insight and sensitivity regarding such difficult issues as mourning the loss of the anticipated baby, maintaining hope when a prognosis is poor, stillbirth and neonatal critical care.

For information regarding upcoming trainings or to receive support from trained peers, contact:
Sr. Kathleen Schipani, IHM, srschipa@adphila.org, (215) 587-3530
Kathleen Bevenour, kbevenour@CHS-ADPHILA.ORG, (215) 624-5920

Be Not Afraid Web
Be Not Be Not Afraid Training - June 29, 2013
Archdiocese of Philadelphia Peer Ministry Brochure
Prenatal Diagnosis Pastoral Care Info Sheet
Parent Prayer
Family and Friend Prayer