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Evangelization - The work of the Holy Spirit

Evangelization is taking the Gospel into public places.

“they are bound by the general obligation and they have the right, whether as individuals or in associations, to strive so that the divine message of salvation may be known and accepted by all people throughout the world. This obligation is all the more insistent in circumstances in which only through them are people able to hear the Gospel and to know Christ.” Furthermore, because of their secular character, they especially are called “to seek the kingdom of God by engaging in temporal affairs and ordering these in accordance with the will of God.” Redemptoris Missio 71

Evangelization is the duty of all the Baptized.

What do we need to evangelize?

A Personal relationship with God

Charisms
of the Holy Spirit

understanding
of the Catholic faith

“We must begin by purifying ourselves before purifying others; we must be instructed to be able to instruct, become light to illuminate, draw close to God to bring him close to others, be sanctified to sanctify, lead by the hand and counsel prudently.” CCC 1589

How are all the Baptized called to evangelize?

We evangelize by ...

A lifestyle that gives witness to Christ

Sharing our personal testimonies

Talking About the faith with non-believers

Practising the corporal works of Mercy

Practising the spiritual works of mercy

Striving for Excellence in all endeavours.

Executing our personal missions

God has committed some work to me which He has not committed to another. I have my mission.
St John Henry Newman

Using Blessed Objects of Devotion

Crucifixes, Medals, Rosaries, Palms etc.

Using Faith-based Items

Christian Themed Apparel, Stickers, Mugs, Arts etc.

“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19–20 – (ESV)

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