The charism discernment process often takes time, and is an essential part of living out your personal calling to the full. Because discernment is ongoing, the second Charisms course you see on your “My-Courses” page is not a part of the scheduled curriculum, but is for you to engage regularly throughout the formation (and beyond).  You already have been given access to this second course on Charism discernment, which dives deeper into the nuances of helping others discern their charisms, which also sharpens your ability to see the spiritual gifts manifesting in your life as well. This is a much shorter course, but offers a whole new approach to categorizing them, so as to help distinguish and pinpoint which ones may be at work (or better yet, at play).  

This live and in-person workshop is meant to supplement the Charism discernment courses, and also give you and your group the opportunity to practice the discernment skills with your group.  

It is important that you’re able to discuss each charism’s dynamics before being able to categorize them anew and help others discern.  Thus, we ask that you complete the first Charisms course before the Charism II workshop. For those who are ready to dive deeper, you can begin the second charisms course at any time, but it’s not needed for the Charisms II Workshop.

What can I expect?

Prayer, presentations, large group discussion, small group discussion and discernment,  Q&A with Fr. Michael and Sean, lunch, laughs, and soul-nourishment.

What should I bring?

A smile, and something to take notes, and your journal.

Who is invited?

Lay Mission participants and alumni. Children can come, too, but they may get pretty bored. If you plan to bring anyone, please let us know by emailing us, so we can ensure we have enough food.

When is it?

Saturday, 17 January 2026

• 9:30am – Registration & Refreshments
• 10:00am – Workshop Begins (Please arrive early)
• 12:30pm – Lunch
• 5:00pm – Dismissal

Is there a makeup date?

If you cannot make it on 17 January, you can RSVP for the alternate workshop the week prior:

• 10 January – Sacramento, CA (RSVP here)

Is there a fee?

There is no “fee,” but there is a recommended cash donation of $20/participant to cover lunch.

Where is it?

Archdiocese of San Francisco Cohort Workshop Location:
St. Patrick Seminary  – Melo Park
320 Middlefield Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025