1. Methods of Evangelization CAT105 RCIA – Adult Faith Formation June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016

2. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 1. Characteristics of Pre-Evangelization a.Preparation to encounter Christ and receive the Gospels b.Built on holy, healthy relationships c.Introduces the person to the Christian Community d.No Doctrine e.Keywords: Hospitality, Acceptance, Love

3. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 2. Characteristics of Evangelization a.Proclamation of the Salvation of Christ - Kerygma b.Invitation to conversion, being like Christ c.Commitment to Christ and the Church d.Answers one’s basic question about life e.Can be repeated at every moment of our lives f.Keywords: Conversion and Commitment

4. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 3. Pre-Evangelization with Adults. a.Hospitality b.Introduction to the Christian Community/Meeting Christians/Fellowship c.A Team committed to and capable of holy and healthy relationship building

5. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 4. Good Hospitality with Adults includes a.Food…good food! b.Ability to navigate the terrain: Maps of locations c.Accurate publicity material d.Clean, attractive meeting space

6. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 5. Holy and Healthy relationships include: a.Joy at having people in attendance b.Being able to talk non-religious topics/showing interest in their lives, activities, interests, hobbies, school, occupation c.Knowing people’s names, d.Breaking out of our shell to greet people

7. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 6. The Means of Evangelization include: a.Proclamation. b.Witness. c.Teaching. d.Sacraments. e.Love of neighbor.

8. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 7. Elements in an Evangelistic Session: a.Scripture, especially the Gospels b.Witness/Testimony c.Discussion d.Quiet time e.Journaling f.Prayer

9. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 8. Practicals a.Giving a Testimony Handout b.Inquiry Meeting Outline Handout

10. Methods of Evangelization June 8, 2016June 8, 2016June 8, 2016 For Discussion Give examples of good hospitality with new visitors to your parish event. If you had an unlimited budget, what would hospitality look like in your program? Write your testimony. Give your testimony. Read Acts 2:14-42. Summarize the content of St. Peter’s Address.