Recommended Texts For Evangelization and Parish Revitalization

• ARTICLE – One-Phrase Evangelization

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on December 9, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  As we build relationships with our neighbours and try to show God’s love with our lives, we sometimes hear about their burdens and challenges, and our hearts naturally move to offer comfort and support. In these moments, sharing an encouraging verse from Scripture can be like offering a light in

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• ARTICLE – Asking Each Day for the Grace to Help Someone

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on December 4, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  The love of neighbor lies at the heart of Christian life. In loving others, we respond to Jesus’ call: “Love one another as I have loved you” (John 13:34). Yet love, above all, is a grace. For this reason, we should daily seek the grace to help someone. Acts of

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• ARTICLE – The Parish as an Expression of God’s Love for the World

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on December 3, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  In the face of declining church attendance and a growing secularization, the Catholic Church is called to reimagine the role of the parish as a missionary outpost that expresses God’s boundless love for all people (Evangelii Gaudium, 28). The statistics are sobering with regular mass attendance plummeting, yet, this moment

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• ARTICLE – If no one speaks, no one will know

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on November 29, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  It is often said that “modern man listens more willingly to witnesses than to teachers, or if he does listen to teachers, it is because they are also witnesses” (Saint Paul VI). This poses a fundamental question for Christians: are good works alone sufficient to fully bear witness to the

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• ARTICLE – Evangelizing Through Healing: Manifesting God’s Loving Presence

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on November 27, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  The mission of the Church has always been to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ to every corner of the earth. Central to this mission is the reality of God’s love, and his call to heal the sick. Healing—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual—has been a profound sign of God’s loving

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• ARTICLE – The Parable of the Wise Landowner

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

  Once upon a time, there was a wealthy landowner who possessed many horses. His lands were vast, and his well was deep, providing abundant water for his entire herd. Each day, the stable hands led the horses to the well to drink, and the horses were strong and healthy. But

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• ARTICLE – Extraordinary Signs in Extraordinary Times

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on November 12, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  Throughout history, the Catholic Church has recognized supernatural phenomena as potential signs of God’s continued presence. The Church teaches that God continues to manifest His presence through extraordinary means, serving as profound reminders that the Church, despite human weakness, remains under the Holy Spirit’s guidance.  Consider the profound impact of

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• ARTICLE – The Evangelizing Message of Medjugorje

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on November 5, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  Pope Francis, with the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, has granted approval for devotion linked to Medjugorje. This approval recognizes the spiritual benefits and positive outcomes associated with the Sanctuary of the Queen of Peace.  In a note Cardinal Fernández and Monsignor Matteo, highlight the significant spiritual fruits,

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• ARTICLE – Nine Q&As: Pope Francis’ Encyclical, “Dilexit Nos”

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on November 3, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  Pope Francis’s encyclical letter, “Dilexit Nos,” explores the significance of the human and divine love of the heart of Jesus Christ. It begins by discussing the concept of the “heart” as a core aspect of human experience, distinct from reason and will. The Pope then explores the actions and words

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• ARTICLE – The Final Document From the Synod: Main Ideas and Proposals

  by Pierre-Alain Giffard on October 28, 2024 in News, Recommended Texts

  The final document from the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, dated October 26, 2024, outlines propositions aimed at fostering a more synodal Church. It emphasizes transparency, accountability, and the active participation of all Church members, seeking to harmonize decision-making and expand lay roles in ecclesiastical life.

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Recommended Books

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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.