In Becoming a Parish of Intentional Disciples, Sherry Weddell, cofounder of the Catherine of Siena Institute, has gathered together experienced leaders and collaborators whose exceptional field-tested wisdom and enthusiasm for transforming Catholic parishes into centers of discipleship and apostolic outreach is both inspiring and practical. The authors consider:
The role of intercessory prayer in parish transformation
How 'fireside chats' can help a pastor connect with his parishioners and call them to personal discipleship and mission
The co-responsibility of lay people andpastors in the work of making disciples
The revolutionary impact of a discipleship approach to youth ministry
How one parish successfully fostered a culture of intentional discipleship, and much more
