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Rescued People Rescue People: Getting Clarity on the Mission of the Disciple

Last time, we looked at the need to consider whether or not our parishes are set up to accomplish the mission the Lord entrusted to the Church. To best answer that we need to get clear on what that mission is. To do that, we first have to back up even further and get clear on the vision that animates the mission, for mission flows from vision.

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John Riccardo John Riccardo

Getting Clarity on the Mission of Jesus

Last time, we looked at the need to consider whether or not our parishes are set up to accomplish the mission the Lord entrusted to the Church. To best answer that we need to get clear on what that mission is. To do that, we first have to back up even further and get clear on the vision that animates the mission, for mission flows from vision.

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Adjusting to a Time Change: From Christendom to Apostolic

For a number of years now, there has been a lot of talk in the Church about the need to move from maintenance to mission. A number of archdioceses and dioceses have embarked on efforts with similar but related names. “Retooling for Mission,” “Realigning Resources for Mission,” “Moving to Mission,” and “Unleash the Gospel” are but a few of the names of these efforts.

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