WHY Outreach?

Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Did anyone hear Fr. Graham's homily on our baptismal call to Evangelization this past Sunday?  Did you think some more about it?  We are each called to evangelize others to the love of Christ.

Here is a clip from the website associated with the popular book, Rebuilt, regarding WHY parishes have evangelization efforts.  Why not just be satisfied with those who come to church?

Many of you already volunteer generously in the parish, offering your time and talents.  Thank you!  Fr. White makes some good points about the deeper purpose.... WHY ARE WE DOING THIS!?  We are not trying to win a parish popularity contest, and we are not trying to provide a simple social club.

We are trying to include people in the Body of Christ, to involve and challenge them in faith, and to help each person find their deepest call from the Lord in life.  By providing opportunity for people to be involved with others, we can provide the Holy Spirit opportunities to work in their lives and to help each of us find our role in the Body of Christ.

Let's not lose sight of our purpose, and let's pray about it.




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