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ARTICLE – Evangelization: Sharing the Joy, Peace, and Hope of Christ
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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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 24, 2024 (Ferial)
The dawn from on high will break upon us. (Luke 1.67-79) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Christmas and New Year Messages Bishop Brehl’s Christmas message is now available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKCdDEvp8DY. The Bishop’s New Year messages will soon be available on our diocesan YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/@pembrokediocese. Christmas holiday schedule The Chancery
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ARTICLE – Priestly Leadership in Evangelization
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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TESTIMONY – Café evangelization at the University of Mary Washington
Father Richard A. Miserendino, the chaplain of Catholic Campus Ministry at the University of Mary Washington, faced a challenge when he realized that students were not visiting him during the day. To address this, he took the initiative to meet students where they are by setting up a presence at
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 17, 2024 (Ferial)
Jesus the Messiah, the son of David, the son of Abraham. (Matthew 1.1-17) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Advent 2024 Message Watch the Advent 2024 Message from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxmEFAOUL2Y. Prayers For the repose of the soul of Sister Rita Catherine Kehoe (Sr. Mary Claudia), a Grey
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ARTICLE – Evangelization: A Living Testament of God’s Love
Evangelization is the profound mission of spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ, but its essence extends far beyond mere verbal proclamation. At its heart, evangelization is a dynamic expression of God’s transformative love through both word and action. The foundation of true evangelization rests in love – not as
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ARTICLE – Living in The Joy of The Gospel
In 2013, Pope Francis gifted the Church with his apostolic exhortation “Evangelii Gaudium” (The Joy of the Gospel), a profound meditation on the fundamental relationship between Christian faith and joy. This landmark document reminds us that joy is not peripheral to our faith but central to it – a divine
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ARTICLE – In The Beginning Was the Word: The Primary Role of Scriptures in Evangelization
Before anything else – before the sacraments, before church traditions, before religious practices – Scripture stands as the foundation of all evangelization. Just as a seed must be planted before a tree can grow, the Word of God must take root in hearts before faith can flourish. And Holy Scriptures
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WEEKLY BULLETIN – December 10, 2024 (Ferial)
It is not the will of your Father that one of these little ones should be lost. (Matthew 18.12-14) FROM THE DIOCESE Bishop’s Advent 2024 Message Watch the Advent 2024 Message from Bishop Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R. on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jxmEFAOUL2Y. Spanish Mass – Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Celebrated by
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ARTICLE – One-Phrase Evangelization
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
