“Core Competencies of Sponsor” is a new sponsor resource from the Catholic Health Association to guide and inspire Members of Public Juridic Persons in their canonical responsibility for the health ministry of the Catholic Church.

CHA engaged Members and leaders of sponsored ministries to help develop core competencies to ensure the growth and vitality of the church’s health ministry now and in the future. The publication contains eight core competencies and supporting abilities for each competency.

In light of the growing role of the laity in sponsorship, this work is particularly timely with the increased complexity of health care in the United States and the formation of partnerships with diverse business and secular groups to meet emerging needs of communities and populations.

These competencies are designed to assist with ….

• Improving the clarity and effectiveness of the role of sponsor
• Preparing new Members and ensure the ongoing formation of current Members
• Identifying and selecting potential new Members of the Juridic Person

These competencies represent the ideal and are designed to guide and inspire Members as a thriving and prayerful community that shepherds the healing mission of Jesus in the world.