The New Evangelization
The Call of Christ to his followers is to, "Go and make disciples of all nations..." This divine mandate from our Lord Jesus has been re-emphasized in the Catholic Church since the Vatican II Councils, in the 1960's. Pope John Paul II, has constantly called all Christians to join in what he calls a "new evangelization and mission to the nations." A call that he states, "no believer or institution of the Church is exempt from, to proclaim Christ to all people." (See Mission of the Redeemer, 3).
We hope that you will find the teachings, reflections and articles included in this section helpful in responding to the mission of our Redeemer! Also, check out our Why Jesus? section!
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Sharing Christ
Have you ever wondered what to say to your friend or family member about your faith? Or how to be a witness to Jesus Christ without being overbearing? How to speak the truth in love to those you care about? How to rely on the Holy Spirit? This seven-session DVD-based course will equip you and other committed Catholics to proclaim the Good News to fallen away Catholics, Christians, and non-Christians. |
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Commission
A short poem by Phil Fontaine on encountering Jesus in the Eucharist and being sent forth to spread the Kingdom Posted 5/06
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Proclaiming the Good News of Jesus as a Catholic
What is Catholic evangelization? How and why should I talk about Jesus? These questions and many more are treated in this excellent series of articles by Fr. Robert Barron. Specific topics covered are the proclamation of the resurrection of Jesus, His divinity, the life He brings, and the Church He founded. In addition practical strategies for faith sharing are discussed. Posted 2/06
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Passion for Christ
This easy to read article is one Catholic lay woman's passionate call to the new evangelization. Using papal writings, Sheila Gribben Liaugminas appeals to the heart of the matter and calls all people to zealously proclaim Christ. Posted 2/06 |
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The New Evangelization
Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger's (Pope Benedict XVI) address to the International Congress of Catechists that gathered in Rome in December 2000. Challenging, practical and inspiring. Posted 1/01 |
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Go and Make Disciples
A National Plan and Strategy for Catholic Evangelization in the United States
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Mission: A Pacific Perspective
The Archbishop of Wellington in this article clearly identifies the Church as mission and highlights the enduring power of Evangelii Nuntiandi. Posted 1/06
Why Don't Catholics Share Their Faith?
Written by Martin Pable, OFM CAP., this article (America Magazine, Fall 2005) discusses the reasons many Catholics are reluctant to share their faith. Martin also offers practical ways and motivation to be a witness for Christ. Posted 10/05
Faith Which Overcomes the World
Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, O.F.M. Cap, address in London, UK in June 2005. Fr. Raniero gives a powerful overview of faith and its role in the new evangelization.
After the Council: Living Vatican II
Appearing in Crisis Magazine in July of 2004, this article by George Sim Johnston urges Catholic Christians to embrace Vatican II reforms and to grow to full spiritual maturity in Christ.
The New Evangelization
Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger's (Pope Benedict XVI) address to the International Congress of Catechists that gathered in Rome in December 2000.
Challenging, practical and inspiring.
See ChristLife's Mission statement on practically responding as parishes, ministries, and small groups.
Evangelizing Theology
Avery Cardinal Dulles, S.J.
Characteristics of the New Evangelization
Written by ChristLife's founder and director, Dave Nodar, this comprehensive article clearly defines the "new evangelization" as defined by Pope Paul VI and Pope John Paul II.
First preach by the way you live: Bishops and the new evangelization
By Archbishop Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap.
Gnosticism and the Struggle for the World's Soul
Father Alfonso Aguilar states in this essay that the new evangelization demands a clear-cut separation between Gnosticism and Christianity.
We Are Called to Win the World for Christ
Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Denver
Speaking the Truth in Love: Toward a New Apologetics for the Third Millennium
Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Denver
Evangelization and the Great Jubilee
Charles J. Chaput, O.F.M. Cap., Archbishop of Denver
The Glory and Power of the Gospel
Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa, O.F.M. Cap, speaking at a retreat for 1500 priests and 70 bishops in Mexico in 1992, called on the Catholic Church to re-discover the beauty and power of the simple kerygma.
Jesus, Light of the World - This is one light that will never go out.
By Fr. Tom Forrest, C.Ss.R
Open the Eyes That Are Blind - Jesus wants us to come together so that our light shines brighter and brighter.
By Fr. Tom Forrest, C.Ss.R
Let Your Light Shine! - Do you believe that you can be a living miracle in your neighborhood?.
By Fr. Tom Forrest, C.Ss.R
New Feminism offered by New Evangelization
Conclusions of the International Congress held in Rome
“Dear Godfather . . .” One Man’s Story about Shining the Light of Christ
by Gabriel Harkay
Selected Statements on Evangelization and Mission
Various authors
Alpha for Catholics
ChristLife provides all of the resources for the Alpha Course, an evangelistic course that invites lapsed and non-Christians to Christ and the Church.
Catholic Agency to Support Evangelization
CASE is a British ministry dedicated to enthusing, engaging and equipping Catholic individuals, parishes, schools, communities and organizations, to become involved in what the late Pope John Paul II called "the urgent task of evangelization."
Catholic Christian Outreach
CCO is a Canadian university student movement dedicated to evangelization.
Catholic Mission
A comprehensive Web site dedicated to the new evangelization. The site provides links, prayers, testimonies, and resources to help Catholics evangelize. Focus is on foreign missions.
Grassroots Films
Produces cutting edge web and video presentations to engage our culture with the message of Christ and the Catholic Church.
International Program of Catholic Evangelization
The ICPE Mission is dedicated to the formation and training of Catholics so that they may become more effective evangelizers. The ICPE Mission is an International Association of Christ's faithful with Pontifical Right.
Life Teen Youth ministries
An international Catholic ministry that serves the Church and leads teens closer to Christ by providing resources and training that encourage vibrant Eucharistic celebrations and opportunities for teens to grow in their faith.
Kerygma Teams
They support Catholic parishes, renewal movements, and groups active in evangelization, mercy ministries, and training in the Catholic Church. In addition, Kerygma Teams offers opportunities for Christians to become involved in short - and long-term cross-cultural missions projects.
National Evangelization Teams (Youth Ministry)
Through different direct evangelization programs, NET equips young adults to proclaim Christ.
North Shore Christian Ministries (Boston, Mass)
NSCM supports the Alpha Course in New England and also seeks to promote Christian unity.
Paulist National Catholic Evangelization Association
PNCEA provide practical resources to Catholic dioceses, parishes, and individuals, helping them to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to inactive Catholics and to those with no church family.
Renewal Ministries
Headed by Catholic teacher and theologian, Ralph Martin, this ministry is dedicated to proclaiming Jesus in the power of the Holy Spirit through Catholic renewal and evangelization.
Salt Shaker Ministries
Though not Catholic, we recommend the excellent evangelism training ministry of Becky Pippert, author and speaker. Salt Shaker Ministries is a Christian ministry that is very supportive of all Christians and presents outstanding teaching for anyone interested in learning to evangelize.
The Evangelical Catholic
A ministry dedicated to renewing the Catholic Church as a vibrant evangelical witness. EC conducts an annual institute for evangelization and provides a multitude of resources to support the new evangelization.
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops Secretariat for Evangelization
The U.S. Bishops' site provides documents and programs for helping dioceses and parishes evangelize.
Word on Fire
This is a program of Catholic evangelical preaching by Fr. Robert Barron. It is evangelical in the measure that it proclaims Jesus Christ boldly in the hopes of bringing men and women to conversion and new life in Him. It includes a discussion board and podcasting.
Youth Arise North America
YANA equips young adults for the new evangelization. They have established a six-month formation program to equip Catholic young adults, age 18-30, for a lifetime of leadership for Jesus Christ and the Church.
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