Recommended Texts For Evangelization and Parish Revitalization

• ARTICLE – A Virtuous Circle of Evangelization

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 29, 2025 in News, Recommended Texts

  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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• ARTICLE – The concept of the “Good News”

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 29, 2025 in News, Recommended Texts

  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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• ARTICLE – Love as the Heart of Church Life and Mission

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 25, 2025 in News, Recommended Texts

  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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• ARTICLE – The Spirit of Spiritual Conversation: A Path to Transformation

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 22, 2025 in News, Recommended Texts

  During the Synod on Synodality, spiritual conversation emerged as an essential means of discernment and communion. This process transcends mere exchange of ideas to become a profoundly spiritual encounter where listening, dialogue, and the shared search for God’s will take center stage. The Synod’s final document aptly illustrates this spirit

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• Prayer for When We Feel Lost

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 13, 2025 in News, Prayer, Recommended Texts

  Heavenly Father, in this moment of confusion, I seek Your light to illuminate my path. As I navigate through the shadows of doubt, I ask that You enlighten me with the brightness of Your inner light. May Your divine presence dispel the darkness that clouds my mind and heart, guiding

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• ARTICLE – How to Share Your Faith with Others

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 9, 2025 in News, Recommended Texts

  Sharing your Christian faith can be one of the greatest blessings you give to someone because it offers them the opportunity to experience the same transformative love, hope, and salvation that you have found in Jesus Christ. It is a way to extend God’s grace and mercy to those who

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• RECOMMENDED BOOK – Revive and Thrive: Transforming Parishes into Mission Driven Communities

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 7, 2025 in Recommended Books, Recommended Texts

  At a time when parishes are facing declining numbers and dwindling engagement, Revive and Thrive provides a blueprint to breathe new life into parish communities and engage in the core principles of evangelization and disciple-making. Order in the US     –    Order in CANADA In this practical guide, you

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• ARTICLE – Love and Time

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on January 6, 2025 in News, Recommended Texts

  There once was an island where all the feelings lived: Happiness, Sadness, Wealth, Knowledge, and Love. One day, the island began to sink. All the feelings jumped into their boats and left. But Love stayed. Love wanted to make sure everyone else got away safely. When the island was almost

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• ARTICLE – Evangelization: Sharing the Joy, Peace, and Hope of Christ

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on December 26, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  When we live our faith, it is essential to keep our eyes on the blessings we receive from our relationship with Jesus. These blessings not only enrich our own lives but also empower us to share the Good News with others. By reflecting on the transformative difference Jesus makes in

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• ARTICLE – Priestly Leadership in Evangelization

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on December 18, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  The role of the priest in the parish Church is pivotal, especially in the context of evangelization. As shepherds of their communities, priests are called to be the primary heralds of the Gospel, guiding their parishioners in their faith journey and fostering a culture of evangelization. This mission is not

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Recommended Books

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  RECOMMENDED BOOK – Revive and Thrive: Transforming Parishes into Mission Driven Communities

  At a time when parishes are facing declining numbers and dwindling engagement, Revive and Thrive provides a blueprint to breathe new life into parish communities and engage in the core principles of evangelization and disciple-making. Order in the US     –    Order in CANADA In this practical guide, you

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  RECOMMENDED BOOK – Divine Renovation: From a Maintenance to a Missional Parish

  An engaging guide for parishes seeking to cultivate communities of discipleship and vibrant, dynamic faith. Highly acclaimed for his work with parish renewal and the New Evangelization, Fr. James Mallon shares with us the many ways for bringing our parishes to life. Through humorous and colorful stories, Mallon challenges us

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  RECOMMENDED BOOK – Rebuilt: Awakening the Faithful, Reaching the Lost, and Making Church Matter (A Rebuilt Parish Book)

  Drawing on the wisdom gleaned from thriving mega-churches and innovative business leaders while anchoring their vision in the Eucharistic center of Catholic faith, Fr. Michael White and lay associate Tom Corcoran present the compelling and inspiring story to how they brought their parish back to life.

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  RECOMMENDED BOOK – Unbound: A Practical Guide to Deliverance from Evil Spirits

  UNBOUND Ministry is an approach to deliverance and healing prayer developed by Neal Lozano. UNBOUND is a safe, loving, effective prayer model that helps people to respond to the good news of the gospel.

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  RECOMMENDED BOOK – Evangelization: A Challenge for the Catholic Church

  This short, easy to read book by Fr. Bob Bedard, will help you: – Increase your understanding of evangelization – Grow in confidence to proclaim the Good News – Learn the practical three-step dynamic of evangelization.

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  RECOMMENDED BOOK – The Purpose Driven Church

  Discover the same practical insights and principles for growing a healthy church that Rick has taught in seminars to over 22,000 pastors and church leaders from sixty denominations and forty-two countries.