The Peer Ministry Program - Bishop McNamara High School

of their status. If a candidate is not asked to interview, they are no
longer being considered for the program.
The framework of the interview will be based on the candidate’s
discernment as indicated through their reflection and on knowledge of
the candidate’s past involvement in Campus Ministry and the school at
large. Concerns specific to that candidate will be discussed as well.
Also, the candidate has the opportunity to ask questions about the Peer
Ministry experience. Through openness and honestly, the discussion will
explore a candidate’s thoughts, feelings, and abilities. Suggestions for
personal development often come from this exploration.
One purpose of this interview is to give the Campus Ministry staff
valuable information to assist in the task of choosing Peer Ministers. A
second and equally valued purpose is to allow the candidate to gain more
insight about her/himself. Hopefully, this new and/or deeper insight
will aid the candidate in developing his/her unique abilities and gifts
within our school community, whether or not she/he is called to serve as
a Peer Minister.
candidates who are being invited is given a review by the Deans of
Students, Guidance Office, and the School Administration.
Step 6: Receiving Notification Email
Friday, March 1, 2013
On Friday, March 1, 2013, an email will be sent to each candidate who is
still in the Discernment process. The email will thank the candidate for
their thoughtful, prayerful, and honest participation in the process. It will
also clearly indicate whether they are being called to serve as a Peer
Minister or whether they are being called to serve Bishop McNamara in a
different way. If those choose, candidates will be encouraged to meet
with the Campus Ministry staff with any questions.
Any questions about the Discernment Process should be addressed to the Campus
Ministry Staff. Our goal is that this process allows for the work of the Holy Spirit
to guide the decisions made by our students and the adults involved in the process.
All interviews are confidential and only information that shows a student
is a danger to themselves/others or has been/is in danger themselves will
be divulged to the appropriate person.
Step 5: Campus Ministry Discernment
Thursday, February 14-Thursday, February 28, 2013
During these days, the Campus Ministry staff will gather to examine the
information and results gleaned from the Discernment Applications,
reference, Faculty / Staff gathering, and personal interviews. During
this time, we will evaluate which candidates should be invited to serve as
Peer Ministers for the following year. We may also ask the current Peer
Ministry class for feedback based on the questions that arise. The list of
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