The New Evangelization, part 1

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The New Evangelization: why do we need it?

Justin Stroh, is an amazing Catholic speaker and podcaster that I listen to on one of my favorite podcasts, Catholic Vitamins.  His ministry is focusing on "The New Evangelization" of the Catholic Church.  Right now he is discussing the recently released document from the USCCB called, "Disciples Called to Witness: The New Evangelization"  In this document, which is only 26 pages, the bishops cover the condition of the Catholic Church today and what we need to do to get her back up to where she should be with her believers.

For starters, in our current situation only 23% of Catholics attend Mass each week, below are the many reasons why the other 77% didn't.  Surprisingly, it's not due to current controversial issues.


One of the most important thing we need to be doing as Catholic parents is spending time with our families, especially and most importantly on Sundays!  You can listen to Justin's mini podcast, part 1/6 here

Comments

  1. Daily Grace6:50 pm, June 21, 2012

    I agree with you when you say that as Catholic parents we need to spend time with our families and to attend church together every Sunday.

    Thank you

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  2. Ebeth7:23 pm, June 22, 2012

    Hi Daily Grace,thanks for reading and leaving a comment!! Blessings!

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  3. Manny10:34 pm, June 22, 2012

    It's pretty rare I miss mass but when it does happen it's because of a family conflict. And even then I usually make it up during the week.

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  4. Ebeth12:48 pm, July 01, 2012

    Hi Manny, yes family conflicts happen, sicknesses, etc. Remember that you can pray for spiritual communion during times like those.

    Blessings!

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