We prepare for the child Jesus as a community. In this month's newsletter, we welcome Cecelia Flores, the new executive director of the Catholic Volunteer Network. Debbie Stoller and Bob McCarthy reflect on the synodal model of leadership. Both these articles reflect our connectedness as we Go Forth… together in Christ on mission.
Bishop Jim shares the importance of generosity, hope and dignity as we live and share the Gospel. He gives great advice on how we can be effective missionaries either overseas or in the US.
The road of mission brings us into contact with many friendly and helpful people, recognized and welcomed by the King and Shepherd we speak of in our words and actions of solidarity and respect.
Fr. Sands reflects on the readings in the context of his work helping local African American and Native American communities spread the Good News and address pressing needs in their urban parishes and on reservations. He belongs to three tribes: Ojibway, Odawa, and Potawatomi.
Join us to hear what it was like in Rome and explore how mission is understood within a Synodal Church from the co-leaders of the synod in the U.S. at the USCCB, Julia McStravog and Richard Coll.
Our October Mission Consult and a recent episode of our Go Forth... podcast include reports from groups on the ground in Israel and Palestine. Learn how you can help!
Our feature article in this month's newsletter shares the restorative reconciliation work of Precious Blood Ministries in Chicago. The reflection offers tools and resources for mission leaders to build communities of peace, both within their personal lives and in their mission field.