Called and Gifted for the Third Millenium: Reflections of the U.S. Catholic Bishops on the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity and the Fifteenth Anniversary of Called and GiftedIn these reflections, the bishops examine the four "calls" that impel the laity-the calls to holiness, to community, to mission and ministry, and to Christian maturity-in light of Church teaching, pastoral practice, and the changing conditions in the world. Included are questions for individual and group reflection. How Do I Use . . .Gather with the neophytes during the weeks of Easter and reflect on discipleship and the four calls of the laity using the text and questions in Called and Gifted for the Third Millennium. |
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