Paul’s circumstances change suddenly in Philippi when he encounters physical suffering, imprisonment, and a natural disaster; yet he responds with prayer and leads others to faith in Christ.
This is the sixth part of a six-week series about how we gently and lovingly share our faith with others. In this presentation, Fr. Andrew pulls together a pattern of life that empowers us to become real and approachable witnesses for Christ. In particular:
Cultivate our Spiritual life and grow closer to the Lord
Cultivate our relationships and grow closer to one another
Listen with a prayerful heart to the people in our lives
Discover the people, opportunities and resources that foster faith
Respond with conviction when others “open the door” in conversation
Following the persecution of Stephen, the disciples travel and proclaim the Gospel to Jews and Gentiles. More people are joining the Church, and new believers are taking the initiative to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Jesus encounters Zaccheus and invites himself into his home. The Lord takes the initiative to meet us where we dwell, and thus invites us to open the chambers of our heart to welcome him.
As an added note: please keep our Cathedral Centennial Campaign in your prayers! If you would like to help us and learn more, you can go to our website at http://www.superiorcatholics.org and under the Cathedral page click on the Centennial link.
Christ calls the Twelve Apostles, who become the foundation of the faith we have received. May we continue to build upon the efforts of those who have gone before us, adding to the household of God and providing for those who will follow after.
As his kingdom prospers, Solomon gives thanks to God and dedicates vast resources for the construction of the Temple which will house the Ark of the Covenant.
On this Feast of the Lateran Basilica – the Cathedral of Rome – we look to St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians for inspiration. As we honor the building that signifies the universal Church, we reaffirm our daily commitment to cleansing the temple of our hearts.