National Directory for the Formation, Ministry and Life of Permanent ...

Visit of Consultation Teams189IV. Diocesan Preparations for a ConsultationA. At least one month in advance of the visitation, the diocese willprepare a Background Questionnaire, a copy of which is appendedto this Policy Statement as Appendix A.B. In addition, the following materials must be provided to eachConsultation Team member so they might initiate internal teamplanning in advance of their visit:1. A statement describing how the deacon formation programand post-ordination programs of continuing education andspiritual formation conform to the provisions of the 2004National Directory.2. The results of a self-study, based on the response to thequestions outlined in a Self-Study Instrument, a copy ofwhich follows this Policy Statement.3. Published materials that describe the deacon formation program,including the original design for formation, diaconallife, and ministry previously approved by the BCD; any revisionsof the original design, which could include coursedescriptions, program bulletins, the results of previous selfstudies,evaluations, and recommendations that may haveemanated from them; goals and plans for future programming;and copies of minutes from recent board meetings.C. The requesting diocesan bishop and the Team chair will collaborate,as necessary, in planning for the consultation progresses.D. The diaconate staff of the requesting diocese will arrange localtransportation, housing, and meals for the Consultation Team membersthroughout their visit.