THE WAY OF THE CROSS (Click here for a PDF printable version) LUKE 9:22-25 Jesus spoke to his disciples and sternly ordered them not to tell anyone: “The Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, chief priests, and scribes, and be killed, and on
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In an age of digital media, there seems to be an increasing number of people claiming to receive messages from God. Social media platforms and video-sharing websites are filled with individuals who report visions, dreams, and prophecies, often warning of impending doom or drastic changes in the Church. While some
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Paul F. Peri is a Catholic priest and educator who has served in various administrative roles within the Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon, including as vicar general and vicar for finance. He is also an educator at Mount Angel Seminary, where he teaches parish administration. His book “Catholic Parish Administration: A
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The Catholic Church, guided by Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium, calls its members to evangelize and spread the Gospel. Evangelization is not just about proclaiming Church teachings but doing so with love, compassion, and common sense. Jesus Himself demonstrated that practicing faith and sharing God’s truth requires an
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To genuinely appreciate Jesus’ teachings, we must grasp what he held as most important. By focusing on the heart of his message, we can better understand its profound beauty and communicate it more effectively to others. Jesus’ core message resonated deeply with both those who were far from faith and
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By learning key verses by heart, we equip ourselves with the very words of Jesus that can touch hearts, offer hope, and invite people into a relationship with Him. At the right moment, a well-spoken verse can bring light to someone’s darkness, encouragement to their struggles, and truth to their
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Throughout Scripture, faith is portrayed as something that stirs the soul with joy and enthusiasm. The Psalmist exclaims, “Shout joyfully to the Lord, all the earth; serve the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful song” (Psalm 100:1-2). The early Christians were known for their deep and passionate faith,
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We present in this text an intentional approach to sharing the Christian faith and inviting people to know Jesus and join the Church community. It consists of five key steps, each playing an essential role in the process of evangelization. 1. Begin with Motivated Parishioners The first step involves gathering
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The concept of the “Good News” or “Gospel” is central to evangelization, encapsulating the message of salvation and hope through Jesus Christ. The article titled “We Don’t Need Another Evangelistic Course; We Need a Better Vision of the Good News” challenges the Christian community to reimagine how this message is
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Love is central to the life and teaching of the Church. It emerges not merely as an abstract ideal but as the essence of authentic Christian living—a guiding principle that transforms both individuals and communities. In Scripture, love is the heart of God’s revelation to humanity. Jesus Christ himself affirmed
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