Homilies of Monsignor Charles Pope Principles for Proclaiming the Kingdom
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Jul 8, 2025 Dive into the vital call for active discipleship and evangelization in the church. Explore how to face adversity with peace, drawing inspiration from Jesus amid challenges. Understand the unique struggles the Catholic Church faces today and the importance of humility. Finally, learn the art of embracing simplicity to effectively proclaim the Gospel in our chaotic world, prioritizing spiritual connections and finding joy in the message of the Kingdom.
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Be Serious About Evangelism
- The Lord calls us to be serious about evangelizing because the harvest is abundant but laborers are few.
- Many souls are lost, following worldly things instead of God, necessitating urgent evangelization efforts.
Missionary Urgency Reaffirmed
- Many selectively quote Vatican II to downplay the urgency of missionary work.
- The Church mandates preaching the gospel to all to glory God and save souls, emphasizing the reality of many being lost.
Evangelizing vs. Parish Routine
- Only 17% of Catholics who go to Mass should shock the Church into evangelizing urgently.
- Yet, focus often goes to social events rather than mission, allowing the harvest to be neglected.