discipleship

As Christians, we believe that the narrative of human destiny is the story of redemption in the cross of Christ. It stands at the center of time; everything before the cross leads to it, and everything that comes afterward flows from it.

Here are six perspectives on the Sign of the Cross that reveal why making it opens us to life-transforming graces.

Maryknoll Father Joseph Healey is sought out as an expert in what it means to answer Jesus’ call as a disciple and to be sent forth as an apostle.

The founder of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate, Saint Eugene de Mazenod, said that Christian discipleship and spirituality is something of value and importance for everyone.

“Being able to better explain our own faith will help us listen and welcome them,” said Jackie Popp, member of the One in Christ ACC discipleship committee.

The document especially emphasizes the formation of parish Synod Evangelization Teams that in successive years will help establish parish-based small groups, find ways to teach about the Mass while enhancing liturgies and focusing on the Eucharist and assist parents in forming their children in the faith.

“This month, let us turn to Mary in a special way as a spiritual role model to emulate and as a loving mother who faithfully brings all of our cares and concerns to her Son, Jesus.”

During Advent, we pray about our call to be disciples. But what does “discipleship” mean?