The Role of Gabriel Project Volunteers
Due to the sometimes difficult nature of working with women in crisis, we recommend that those volunteering with the Gabriel Project have the following characteristics:
• Be a Catholic in good standing.
• Be a member of the parish.
• Have a strong prayer life.
• Be familiar with and accepting of Church teaching on marriage, family and contraception.

The Gabriel angel works directly with pregnant mothers in a role of mentorship and friendship. With the assistance of the Coordinator, as needed, she will work prayerfully with the mother to assess her needs and offer friendship, prayer and material assistance. Specific duties of the Angel may include:
 • Responding to her assigned mother promptly (within 24 hours).
 • Checking up on her regularly via telephone and in-person meetings.
 • Keeping the mother in daily prayer.
• Assisting the mother to access services.
• Communicating with the parish Gabriel Coordinator.
 • Maintaining the confidentiality of the mother(s) assigned to her.

*IMPORTANT - All volunteers who will meet with expectant mothers must be VIRTUS certified. Although the program is not directed to minors, your parish may be called on to assist a pregnant minor. At other times, a mother may bring her other minor children to an appointment at the parish. You need to be VIRTUS certified to assist these individuals.