Witnessing and Listening Core: Skills for the New Evangelization – Dr. Margaret Ralph
The Church exists to evangelize. I remember when, in 1975, Paul VI, in OnEvangelization in the Modern World, taught that “the task of…
Blog: Catholic Life & Evangelization
Teaching Authentic, Real-Life Faith – Joyce Donahue, Diocese of Joliet
We’ve all seen it. “Susie, will you read the first paragraph on page 45?” Next, the catechist asks questions. One or two students respond.…
It is Silence that Kills the World – John Boucher
“Preach the Gospel at all times, if necessary use words.” Often attributed to St. Francis of Assisi, these words can be used to emphasize…
Healing and the Gospel – Fr. Frank DeSiano
Nothing characterizes the coming of the Kingdom of God more than healing. Jesus’ ministry builds upon a foundation of bringing healing to…
Forming Catechists as Evangelizers – Teresa Burns, St. Robert of Newminster, Ada, MI
This text was originally published on our blog on 09/08/2014. As a parish catechetical leader I am responsible for the formation of…
Reconnecting with Baptism Families For a Special Celebration! – Cathy Cornue, Diocese of Syracuse
The extended family walks into church, with the beautiful baby, all dressed in christening finery. During Mass, the baby is welcomed,…
Inspiring a Parish Community to Reach Out – Terri Baldwin, Diocese of Cleveland
One challenge faced by many evangelization teams is how do they invite those who are away from the faith to a program or process designed to…
A False Evangelization Dilemma – Fr. Frank Desiano, Paulist Evangelization Ministries
This article was originally published on our blog on 08/26/2014. One of my special treats this summer was being able to read “Jesus of…
Easing into Home Visitation, Step by Little Step – Lorraine DeLuca, Diocese of Beaumont
Have you ever tried home visitations as a way of reaching out to others? In this text originally published in August, 2014, Lorraine DeLuca…
A Weekly, Email Minute – Cathy Cornue, Diocese of Syracuse
Encounter. Where and how do we encounter God? Where and how do we offer that opportunity to others?
Book Review: Why Be Catholic? – Reviewed by Janet S. Crespi
Patrick Madrid’s book, Why Be Catholic is a heartfelt examination of why Madrid chooses to be Catholic, and why he believes there is no…
Getting Your Ducks in a Row – Greg Petrucci, Diocese of Greensburg
This text was originally published on our blog on 8/11/2014. Getting Your Ducks in a Row is about ordering of our priorities for success in…