by Rene Reid | Mar 16, 2016 | ORGANIZING LOCAL MEETINGS WORLDWIDE
(Hint: Either copy and paste the text below into your document or e-mail this article to yourself.) Catholics and Former Catholics Welcomed ___________________________ (Name of person or group) is hosting a meeting inviting Catholics and former Catholics from our... by Rene Reid | Mar 16, 2016 | ORGANIZING LOCAL MEETINGS WORLDWIDE
(Hint: Either copy and paste the text below into your document or e-mail this article to yourself.) Name of Bishop, Pastor, Parish priest, Deacon, Parish leader Address City, State, Zip Re: Meetings to be called in our community Dear Name: Pope Francis has encouraged... by Rene Reid | Mar 16, 2016 | ORGANIZING LOCAL MEETINGS WORLDWIDE
(Hint: Either copy and paste the text below into your document or e-mail this article to yourself.) Will Church leaders ever hear us? Not if we don’t speak up Pope Francis has called upon us as laity to make some noise! He wants us to let our pastors and bishops know... by Rene Reid | Mar 16, 2016 | ORGANIZING LOCAL MEETINGS WORLDWIDE
There are several approaches that you can use. Find the model that works best in your circumstances. Of course, make any adaptations that suit you. Option 1 – a series of gatherings. Begin with a gathering of lay people where concerns and ideas are freely... by Rene Reid | Mar 16, 2016 | ORGANIZING LOCAL MEETINGS WORLDWIDE
The Need: In keeping with Pope Francis’s emphasis on the role and importance of lay Catholics, we recognize the need for the People of God to claim their voices in shaping the Church. As Canon Law and Vatican Council II teach, Catholics have not only the right but... by Rene Reid | Mar 10, 2016 | ORGANIZING LOCAL MEETINGS WORLDWIDE
Call on a friend or another member of your group, have coffee, and get him or her on board to help you organize. Discuss how you envision the Need, the Vision, and the Goals within your local community. Determine the model of gathering that best suits your local...