THE GOSPEL MESSAGE John 3:16

For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Perfect Love Cast Out All Fear

God is Love !

Love is patient, love is kind. It is not jealous. Love is not pompous, it is not inflated, it is not rude, it does not seek its own interests, it is not quick-tempered, it does not brood over injury, it does not rejoice over wrongdoing but rejoices with the truth. It bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things. Love Never Fails. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Gods Promise

Isaiah 43:4-5 I will give up whole nations to save your life,because you are precious in my eyes and glorious and because I love you and give you honor. Do not be afraid I am with you!

1 Peter 3:14-15 But even if you should suffer because of righteousness, blessed are you. Do not be afraid or terrified with fear of them, but sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts.Always be ready to give an explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope.

New Evangelization

the Church needs genuine witnesses for the new evangelization:men and women whose lives have been transformed by meeting with Jesus, men and women who are capable of communicating this experience to others.The Church needs saints.All are called to holiness, and holy people alone can renew humanity." Pope John Paul II, August 2004 St. Pauls heart was transformed when he had a personal encounter with Jesus on the road to Damascus. Through prayer he was filled with the Holy Spirit and received power to answer the call of the Lord!

While walking on earth Jesus told his disciples:

I tell you most solemnly, whoever believes in me will perform the same works as I do myself; he will perform even greater works, because I am going to the Father. (John 14:12).

Those who have welcomed Christ are called to proclaim the Good News !

To be effective in spreading the Kingdom of God, we must seek Jesus daily in prayer, soaking in all that he desires to give us and coming to know his love and power. Only then can we introduce others to him.

New Evangelization Celebrating the Year of St Paul June 28, 2008 June 29, 2009

ADULT FORMATION

Spiritual Gifts for the New SpringtimeFaith Into Fire of the Holy SpiritGrowth & Transformation in ChristIsaiah, Paul, CommunityArchdiocesan Charismatic Day of Renewal 2nd Saturday Night Alive in the Spirit Gathering

Basic to Evangelization Good News is hard to keep to yourself. Matthew 28:18-20 Mark 16:15-17 The Great Commission: Go throughout the whole world and preach the gospel to all mankind . Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved; Whoever does not believe will be condemned.

Romans 10:14-17 And how can the message be proclaimed if the messengers are not sent out? As scripture says, How wonderful is the coming of messengers who bring good news!

Life Long Faith FormationLife-Changing, Beginning Steps

Takes a person from knowing about the Lordto having a personal experience with the Lord.

Bringing all people to the full life of Jesus Christ and His Church through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit .

ADULT CATECHIST FORMATION Disciples of the Lamb Apostles of the King

Calling Catholics to Discipleship and Leading them to Maturity and Mission as Apostles. From Baptism every Catholic is called to follow Jesus as a Disciple. As we grow in maturity we are sent out as Apostles, to share in His mission to the world. This is the full life of the Kingdom! Since Vatican ll we have been called to be people of God, a people raised up by God to spread the Gospel.

Disciples of the Lamb Apostles of the King Called and Gifted A way of discerning your Charism: a gift of the Holy Spirit which allows us to do the work of The Lord. It is a divine gift, not a natural talent. Knowing which is our Charism enables us to then find out in which areas of ministry we are to work in for Christ the Lord. A Time to Reflect / A Time to Act SERVANT LEADERSHIP / STEWARDSHIP

As each have received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of Gods varied grace. 1 Pt. 4:10

Si Su So Young Adults Step In - To assist young adults in encountering the living Jesus.

Step Up - To encourage young adults in living the life of a Christian disciple.

Step Out - To empower young adults to go out into the world and share the Good News.

Intercessory Healing PrayerTheophostic Prayer is intentional and focused prayer with the desired outcome of an authentic encounter with the presence of Christ, resulting in mind renewal and subsequent transformed life. We must strive to know more about God as well as come to know Him relationally and experientially.

For those who have discerned that their Charism is Intercession. It is based on the Intercessors of the Lamb Formation Seminars. It seeks a deeper relationship with The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit through discovering Gods voice and knowing ones identity in God.

Praise & Worship Come be part of a Spirit-filled praise group music ministry. The rewards are not monetary they are out of this world ! If you enjoy singing or playing an instrument, come glorify God through your talent. Anyone with any type of musical ability who wants to share their love of music while worshiping with others at the Center . We bring Gods people to a closer relationship through the music with praise and worship. As we help to build that bridge from our earthly sanctuary directly to the throne room of heaven where we join the angels and sing in a heavenly chorus. Make a Joyful Noise unto the Lord. Qui cantat, bis orat (He who sings prays twice) - St. Augustine

ADOREHOUSTON Director Ennie Hickman Adoreworship.com Our Process Small Group Cells Across The City Monthly Prayer Meetings Monthly Community Outreaches and Apostolate

Our Mission God Has Called Us To Lead Worship, Bowing Down Before God and Worshiping Now As We Will In Heaven.

God Has Called Us To Lead People To Freedom, So That They May Worship God In Every Aspect Of Their Lives.

God Has Called Us To Equip and Empower A New Generation Of Worshippers and Worship Leaders.

Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

ADORE Psalm 86:9

To intercede for our community and our priests needs by waiting on the Lords Word, then collecting and discerning these Words for direction and growth. All are invited to attend the highest form of Eucharistic Contemplation in the silent adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. First Friday of each month. 10:00pm -5:00am in the Chapel. www.ADOREworship.com

Prayer & Spirituality

Saturday Morning Mens Prayer Meeting

Sunday Morning Active Adoration

Thursday Night Healing Service First Friday Active Adoration

2nd. Saturday Night Alive in the Spirit Gathering

Archdiocesan Mens Day of Prayer

Archdiocesan Charismatic Day of Renewal

Archdiocesan Vicariates /Deaneries Charismatic Small Cell Groups Prayer Group

Western VicariateSt Thomas AquinasSt Theresa, SugarlandSt Bartholomew, KatySt Rose of LimaSt Mary, SealySt Albert of Trapani

Central VicariateQueen of PeaceOur lady of Mt CarmelBlessed SacramentResurrection

Prayer Group

Southern VicariateSacred Heart of Jesus Holy Rosary GalvestonMary Queen FriendswoodShrine of the true CrossSt Claire of Assisi

Northern VicariateSacred Heart, ConroeChrist Good ShepherdPrince of PeaceSt. Matthias, MagnoliaSt Edwards, Spring

4 Corners (SCC) Liaisons SMALL CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIESSan Jacinto Deanery / R. Castillo Southeast Deanery/ R. Morales Central VicariateNorthwest Deanery / R. Chavez Central Deanery / A. GomezNorthern Vicariate Northern Deanery / P. AllisonEastern Deanery / P. Layton Western VicariateSouthern Vicariate Southern Deanery / M. Morthland Western Deanery / E. Ofili Southwest Deanery / P.Phillips Bluebonnet Deanery / L. RogersBay Area Deanery / S. Devine Galveston Bay Deanery / J .Landry

Whats It All About? AIM- Apostles in Mission DIG - Disciples in Growth We will work as the Body of Christ in community with our priests, deacons and laity to meet the spiritual and personal needs of our faith family of believers in < Christ Jesus our Lord. <

First, the Body of Christ refers to the human body of Christ, who is the divine Word become manSecond, St. Paul taught us that the Church is the Body of Christ in which many members are united with Christ their head (1 Cor. 10:16-17, 12:12-31;Rom 12:4-8). The Mystical Body of ChristWhy do we speak of Body of Christ in more than one sense?

Why Are We Doing This?To Proclaim the Kingdom of GodPlant seeds, cultivate, and reap harvest

Full Christian Life: Catholic Christian Culture in a SECULAR HUMANIST WORLD SOCIETY

Step In, Step Up, Step Out

This great plan of salvation reveals a wisdom that surpasses our understanding.But we are not left in ignorance:Out of his love for us, God reveals his truth to us in ways that we can understand:The gift of faith The grace of the Holy Spirit dwelling in us

Jesus Apostles Disciples Ark of the Covenant Commitment

Covenant vs. Contract

The Seven Sacraments Baptism Reconciliation ( Confession ) The Eucharist (First Communion) Confirmation ( RCIC ) ( RCIA ) The Anointing of the Sick Holy Orders (Priest Hood) Marriage

The Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist

In order for the whole Christ to be present--body, blood, soul, and divinitythe bread and wine cannot remain, but must give way so that his glorified Body and Blood may be present.The bread ceases to be bread and becomes the Body of ChristThe wine ceases to be wine and becomes the Blood of ChristSt Thomas AquinasChrist did not say this bread is my bodyHe said,This is my body

Sacramental Preparation & Celebration CCE : Childrens Ministry Faith Formation

RCIA: Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults.

RCIC: Rite of Christian Initiation of Children.

Membership Privileges

Attends the Center for Spiritual Gifts and Faith Formation training for the New Evangelization

Participates in ministry positions and supports the mission and vision of the Center.

Associate members sacramental preparation and celebration of the sacraments will be received at their home parish where they are participating members in good standing. Associate Members Privileges

As each have received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of Gods varied grace. 1 Pt. 4:10Why Do We Tithe? Trust in God ! Give your best to God. ( Scripture - Malachi 3:7-10 - Numbers 18: 29 ) Re-order your life __around this concept Share your Testimony

Servant Leadership Stewardship No disciple is superior to the teacher; but when fully trained, every disciple will be like his teacher. Luke 6:40

Time, Talent and TreasureGood Stewards understand that all is gift and share generously the gifts of time, talent, and treasure with which theyve been blessed. Romans 11:36

I have given all authority in heaven and on earth. Go , then, to all peoples everywhere and make them disciples: baptize them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and teach them to obey everything I have commanded you. And I will be with you always, to the end of the age. Matt 28:18-20

STEP IN ----- To assist in encountering the living Jesus Christ.STEP UP ---- To Encourage Catholics in living the life of a Christian disciple.STEP OUT ----To empower Catholics to go out into the world and share the Good News.

DLAK MISSION & VISION STATEMENT