Recommended Texts For Evangelization and Parish Revitalization
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ARTICLE – Grace and Common Sense
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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ARTICLE – The Message of Jesus: An Invitation to New Life
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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ARTICLE – Planting Seeds of Faith and Hope
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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ARTICLE – Go Forth with Joy: Faith That Inspires
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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ARTICLE – A Virtuous Circle of Evangelization
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”
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
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
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
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
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 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.