Zion is a hill on Jerusalem where David built his city.
Zion is a heavenly city.
Zion is a remnant of believers that will soar to a Glorious City of God.
There is a GREAT NEED!
PEOPLE ARE SUFFERING!
They are suffering your your country, in your state, in your city, on your block, right next door, and maybe even in your home!
To make matters worse, the Catholic Church in America is experiencing a radical decline in Sunday Mass Church-going. Sacramental practices in general (Confession, Weddings, and Baptisms) are down 40% and, according to Pew Research, Catholicism has experienced a greater net loss due to religious switching than any other religious tradition in the U.S.
This isn’t a reason to get discouraged, this is a time for Lay Catholics like you to
GET EXCITED AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Zion Chapters are the answer.
YOU are the ONES! NOW is the TIME!
Communities created by people like you -
the Faith Remnant - with a
mission of mercy and compassion that brings community together to continuously reach out to those in their city and town in order to encourage and build up the City of God (those Christians practicing their faith) and to
actively rebuild the faith of their City or Town!
Zion Chapters are independent local communities of
Catholic Lay Faithful committed to
living out the three Evangelical Virtues of Courage, Authenticity, and Obedience.
Zion Chapters are independent entities with their own identities that are universal in their structure and are collectively called “Zion Chapters.” The Chapters were created to work in concert with Hard as Nails Ministries (HN) to
awaken the world to the power of God’s love so together we can make a world where no one suffers alone. Just as fraternities and sororities on college campuses collectively fall under “Greek Life,” but are distinctive in their identity, so it is with Zion Chapters.
The Beauty of each individual Chapter is the following:
1. You (The Founder and Original Members) have the freedom to build your Chapter to have its own identity that reflects your local communities unique characteristics and needs, so long as it is in line with the teaching and traditions of the Roman Catholic Church.
2. Will be supported by HN to equip you and give you the confidence to accompany those in your community
Their activity is oriented toward:
- Evangelization
- Focused on Young People
- Through Pain and Suffering
- With the goal of building community
The Mission of Zion Chapters is accomplished through events and/or ministries that are based on one or more of the Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy. The idea is to think outside the box and get creative!
It just takes one, two, or three people who want to make a difference to get a Zion Chapter started in their city! Without compromising the traditions and teaching of the Church, you will make the Church relevant to people in your local community. The U.S. is mission territory and the Faithful Remnant are the missionaries.
The gift in this is that you don’t have to leave your community to be a missionary!
STEP ONE - Fill Zion Chapter Leadership Positions
Establishing the Three Highest Leadership Roles:
- FOUNDER - This person took action by initiating the start up of the Zion Chapter in their city. They keep the pulse going by encouraging and supporting the Chapter Leadership.
- EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN - This person is someone who has an influential position in the community and a strong relationship with the Diocese. He or she serves to provide credibility and legitimacy at a high level.
- CHAIRMAN - This person has an even keeled, likeable personality that can bring people together. He or she coordinates and runs the routine Chapter Meeting. His or her influence in the Chapter is substantial.
Fill the supporting Leadership Roles that Advance the Zion Chapter's Mission!
FINANCE COORDINATOR
One person who is responsible for overseeing and maintaining excellent financial records. This person is the one that works with the business admin of HN to learn how to secure funds for their chapter and how they work with the governance of HN as well as how they support the larger vision of HN. |
HOSPITALITY COORDINATORS
Two people who make sure all of the participants in the Zion Chapter/Mission feel and are welcome at all events. They serve for a one-year term, but should be replaced on a rotating basis. So, one of the initial two people should serve either one or three years to get rotation started. |
NETWORKER
One person who has committed spirit that can effectively bring people in, challenge the community, and expand the Chapter. He/she is primarily responsible for the growth and health of the Chapter. |
COMMUNITY OUTREACH COORDINATOR
One to Five people who find ways to reach out in the community and promote the Chapter. |
SUPPORTING SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR
Supports the efforts of the Chapters and encourages the members in their own spiritual growth. |
YOUNG ADULT REP
Two to Ten people who work to get youth more engaged in the Chapter experiences and find ways to involve youth and young adults. |
MEDIA COORDINATOR
One member who creates, posts, and promotes meetings, events, and additional content for the Chapter on Social Media. |
TEAM MEMBERS
One to One hundred and one! This is everyone else associated with the movement in the area. The missionaries who carry out the work. |
STEP TWO - Set up organizational structures and calendar for your Chapter Meetings (6-8/year)
Meeting Agenda
- Introductory Announcements (5-7 minutes)
- Opening Prayer
- The MC/Leader leads the assembly in HN Prayer 5x. It is prayed 5x in honor of the Holy Wounds of Christ
- Speaker Introduction
- Presentation
- Explanation of Passion
- Passion Formation
- Closing Announcements
- Post Meeting
Process for Inviting Speakers
- If they are not a trained HN Speaker or Formator, a basic application proves using HN Speaker Form is required so the HN Vision and Formation can be maintained.
- The HN Business Administrator will provide this form for Chapters
- The Chapter has to be part of the Ecclesial Community
- The Speaker’s history of relating to the Diocese must be known.
- The Speaker must not sue the Chapter as a means for personal agenda.
Funding
- The Chapter is responsible for funding all of the Chapter’s projects and speaking arrangements for those brought in for service in the area.
- All events put together are the Chapter’s financial responsibility outside of their yearly giving to the HQ of HN to keep their mission going.
- Chapters can discuss other options to further their efforts with the Finance Coordinator with HN Business Administrator
Support for Chapters
- The Chapter can reach our to HN HQ for direction and guidance
- In-person annual visits form HN Missionaries and/or Speakers
- HN can provide a list of speakers that can assist the Chapter in their efforts
- Conduct monthly webinars wherein HN will offer support and counsel from HN HQ.
Missionary Recruitment and
HN Alumni Involvement
- The Chapter will recommend candidates for the HN Missionary Program and work with the HN Director of Missionary Life to set up this process.
- The Chapter is responsible for welcoming and utilizing missionaries who have served with HN.
CLICK HERE TO LEARN ABOUT PASSION FORMATION
Sadly, we live in a culture where our thoughts, emotions, and hardships are isolated from even those who are closest to us. It time we get back to real, authentic, human connection with one another through our faith in God shared with others. HN Passion is a way to connect with others and with Jesus on a truly authentic level.
Passion can change the world!
STEP THREE - Run three Ministries and Events that accomplish at least one of the 14 Works of Mercy
- The crucial point for the ministries and events the Chapters run is that the Chapters have complete freedom to run them.
- Zion Chapters along with HN provides support to execute these evangelization efforts effectively.