WEEKLY BULLETIN – July 2, 2025 (Ferial)
Have you come here to torment us before the time? (Matthew 8.28-34)
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ARTICLE – Growing a Parish: A Vision Anchored in Mission and Communion
Rooted in the careful observation and study of vibrant churches, the following recommendations offer time-tested and practical insights for fostering growth in faith, mission, and communion. A Clear Vision for a Growing Church The growth of a Catholic parish is neither accidental nor the result of multiplying activities. It springs
Continue readingWEEKLY BULLETIN – June 24, 2025 (The Nativity of Saint John the Baptist)
“His name is John.” (Luke 1.57-66, 80)
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ARTICLE – The Missing Spark
What if what you thought about evangelization is only half the story? In numerous churches, an unspoken conviction endures, that acts of kindness or casual friendship alone amount to sharing the Good News. It feels safe, no awkward conversations, no risk of offense. But is it true? The Missing Spark:
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ARTICLE – Evangelization as an Act of Compassion
“Evangelization represents the highest form of compassion one can show to another human being”. This claim may seem exaggerated or difficult to embrace, yet it holds true. The act of evangelization springs from a deep understanding of the human condition and its inherent longing for meaning, purpose, and transcendence. In
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ARTICLE – The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Vision for Parish Renewal
The Archdiocese of Philadelphia’s Office for the New Evangelization and Office for Strategic Planning recently presented their vision for parish renewal. This vision, shared in a presentation titled Parish Life in an Apostolic Age, is built around the concept of the “missionary disciple.” A missionary disciple is defined by Jesus’
Continue readingWEEKLY BULLETIN – June 10, 2025 (Ferial)
You are the salt of the earth. (Matthew 5.13-16) BISHOP’S MESSAGE Bishop’s Message for Pentecost 2025 Bishop Brehl’s message for Pentecost can now be found on Facebook or on the Diocese YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sm1oqjCREc. The written transcript can be read here.
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ARTICLE – Evangelization: A Transforming Encounter that Sends Forth
In April 2025, the Evangelization Team of the diocese of Pembroke embarked on a quest. They gathered to enter into a “Conversation-in-the-Spirit,” a prayerful and dialogal effort to grasp and articulate a shared understanding of evangelization. As they journeyed through prayer and personal reflections, a series of concise insights began
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