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During high school, I attended only one church-related retreat. I had a great time getting to know the other kids and we had a fun and engaging speaker. What I remember most, however, was the panel of young adults who shared their conversion experiences. Each of these young people grew… Read more »
Word-of-mouth is the number one means of growing the Orthodox Church and adding new members to the Faith. For many people, the bridge to the Orthodox Church is going to be through relationships that already exist. Many people are skeptical about religion today, but still put value in the testimonies… Read more »
One of the Strategic Objectives defined in the Metropolis Strategic Plan to establish a Missions and Evangelism Ministry in every parish. The benefits of a Missions and Evangelism Ministry are increases in membership, parish and personal spiritual maturity, Stewardship and an overall mission mindset in the parish. These are some… Read more »
Position Summary: The chairperson of the Missions & Evangelism Ministry works with the parish priest to provide leadership and direction for a ministry of people dedicated to activities that will lead to the growth of the parish in new members, as well as increased spiritual growth on the part of… Read more »
Be diligent about building a habit of prayer and spiritual reading. Start by saying the Prayer Before Any Task before tackling the rest of this list. Join your parish’s Missions & Evangelism Ministry. If you don’t have one yet, ask your priest about meeting to discuss starting such a committee. Verify that your parish… Read more »