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    <title>Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast) - Episodes Tagged with “Evangelist”</title>
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    <description>Lay Catholic evangelists Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle bring you a podcast series that teaches you how to confidently share your Catholic faith with your family members, friends, co-workers, and the strangers you meet on airplanes. Every episode, Mike and Dave give you five steps you can take each week to become an instrument God uses to spread the Gospel, heal hearts, and renew his Church. Be inspired by stories of miraculous conversions and be reminded that God still powerfully intervenes to transform people's lives.
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    <itunes:summary>Lay Catholic evangelists Michael Gormley and Dave VanVickle bring you a podcast series that teaches you how to confidently share your Catholic faith with your family members, friends, co-workers, and the strangers you meet on airplanes. Every episode, Mike and Dave give you five steps you can take each week to become an instrument God uses to spread the Gospel, heal hearts, and renew his Church. Be inspired by stories of miraculous conversions and be reminded that God still powerfully intervenes to transform people's lives.
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  <title>The Devil's Trap for the Evangelist </title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The devil wants the evangelist to forget about the salvation of his own soul because he is so preoccupied with the salvation of other souls. Dave “Almost the Strongest Man in Pittsburgh” VanVickle and I answer a listener’s question about struggling with grave sin while being in a position of leadership in the faith. We discuss the spiritual battle all evangelists face and how to find freedom from sin and shame. 
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  <itunes:duration>34:53</itunes:duration>
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  <description>The devil wants the evangelist to forget about the salvation of his own soul because he is so preoccupied with the salvation of other souls. Dave “Almost the Strongest Man in Pittsburgh”  VanVickle and I answer a listener’s question about struggling with grave sin while being in a position of leadership in the faith. We discuss the spiritual battle all evangelists face and how to find freedom from sin and shame. 
This episode contains adult themes that are not suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Snippet from the Show
Before we help others fight their spiritual battles, we must first face the battles in our own soul.
We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your questions/comments
Don't forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! 
You can also find the full shownotes at www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow 
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    <![CDATA[<p>The devil wants the evangelist to forget about the salvation of his own soul because he is so preoccupied with the salvation of other souls. Dave “Almost the Strongest Man in Pittsburgh”  VanVickle and I answer a listener’s question about struggling with grave sin while being in a position of leadership in the faith. We discuss the spiritual battle all evangelists face and how to find freedom from sin and shame. </p>

<p>This episode contains adult themes that are not suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p>

<p><strong><em>Snippet from the Show</em></strong></p>

<p>Before we help others fight their spiritual battles, we must first face the battles in our own soul.</p>

<ul>
<li>We want to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:eksb@ascensionpress.com" rel="nofollow">eksb@ascensionpress.com</a> with your questions/comments</li>
<li>Don&#39;t forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! </li>
<li>You can also find the full shownotes at <a href="http://www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow" rel="nofollow">www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow</a></li>
</ul><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The devil wants the evangelist to forget about the salvation of his own soul because he is so preoccupied with the salvation of other souls. Dave “Almost the Strongest Man in Pittsburgh”  VanVickle and I answer a listener’s question about struggling with grave sin while being in a position of leadership in the faith. We discuss the spiritual battle all evangelists face and how to find freedom from sin and shame. </p>

<p>This episode contains adult themes that are not suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.</p>

<p><strong><em>Snippet from the Show</em></strong></p>

<p>Before we help others fight their spiritual battles, we must first face the battles in our own soul.</p>

<ul>
<li>We want to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:eksb@ascensionpress.com" rel="nofollow">eksb@ascensionpress.com</a> with your questions/comments</li>
<li>Don&#39;t forget to text “EKSB” to 33-777 to get the shownotes right to your inbox! </li>
<li>You can also find the full shownotes at <a href="http://www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow" rel="nofollow">www.ascensionpress.com/EveryKneeShallBow</a></li>
</ul><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>The Life of a Traveling Evangelist</title>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2019 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>There’s a lot more to being a Catholic speaker than what you see. Dave “Extreme Narcissist” VanVickle and I discuss the little-known problems and behind-the-scenes difficulties of people who talk about the Faith for a living. From bringing kids to RCIA to feeling guilty about a paycheck, we talk about balancing family life, parish life, full-time jobs, and time on the road.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>43:43</itunes:duration>
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  <description>There’s a lot more to being a Catholic speaker than what you see. Dave “Extreme Narcissist” VanVickle and I discuss the little-known problems and behind-the-scenes difficulties of people who talk about the Faith for a living. 
From bringing kids to RCIA to feeling guilty about a paycheck, we talk about balancing family life, parish life, full-time jobs, and time on the road.
Snippet from the Show
“The life of a professional traveling speaker is not what most people think it is.”
SHOWNOTES
Money and Guilt
* Charging for a talk isn’t about making money off the gospel, it’s about providing for time spent away from family.
Family Values
* Being on the road makes your spouse temporarily a single parent. It’s a huge strain on the family and the spouses are the ones who really have it hard. 
Missional Continuity
* What is the mission with the audience? The speaker is there to continue the work that is already happening, not to have a singular affect that probably won’t stick. 
Five Practical Takeaways
1. Pray for your favorite Catholic speaker.
2. Read Marcel’s article, “Why You Probably Don't Want To Be A Catholic Speaker!”
3. Evaluate your most recent event and ask yourself about the impact it had weeks later.
4. Critically examine your money and fame motives.   
5. Community: try to learn something new about someone already in your life. Try Patrick Lencioni’s opening question: what life event from your childhood affected you the most?
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    <![CDATA[<p>There’s a lot more to being a Catholic speaker than what you see. Dave “Extreme Narcissist” VanVickle and I discuss the little-known problems and behind-the-scenes difficulties of people who talk about the Faith for a living. </p>

<p>From bringing kids to RCIA to feeling guilty about a paycheck, we talk about balancing family life, parish life, full-time jobs, and time on the road.</p>

<p><em>Snippet from the Show<br>
“The life of a professional traveling speaker is not what most people think it is.”</em></p>

<p><strong>SHOWNOTES</strong><br>
Money and Guilt</p>

<ul>
<li>Charging for a talk isn’t about making money off the gospel, it’s about providing for time spent away from family.</li>
</ul>

<p>Family Values</p>

<ul>
<li>Being on the road makes your spouse temporarily a single parent. It’s a huge strain on the family and the spouses are the ones who really have it hard. </li>
</ul>

<p>Missional Continuity</p>

<ul>
<li>What is the mission with the audience? The speaker is there to continue the work that is already happening, not to have a singular affect that probably won’t stick. </li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Five Practical Takeaways</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Pray for your favorite Catholic speaker.</li>
<li>Read Marcel’s article, “Why You Probably Don&#39;t Want To Be A Catholic Speaker!”</li>
<li>Evaluate your most recent event and ask yourself about the impact it had weeks later.</li>
<li>Critically examine your money and fame motives.<br></li>
<li>Community: try to learn something new about someone already in your life. Try Patrick Lencioni’s opening question: what life event from your childhood affected you the most?</li>
</ol><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>There’s a lot more to being a Catholic speaker than what you see. Dave “Extreme Narcissist” VanVickle and I discuss the little-known problems and behind-the-scenes difficulties of people who talk about the Faith for a living. </p>

<p>From bringing kids to RCIA to feeling guilty about a paycheck, we talk about balancing family life, parish life, full-time jobs, and time on the road.</p>

<p><em>Snippet from the Show<br>
“The life of a professional traveling speaker is not what most people think it is.”</em></p>

<p><strong>SHOWNOTES</strong><br>
Money and Guilt</p>

<ul>
<li>Charging for a talk isn’t about making money off the gospel, it’s about providing for time spent away from family.</li>
</ul>

<p>Family Values</p>

<ul>
<li>Being on the road makes your spouse temporarily a single parent. It’s a huge strain on the family and the spouses are the ones who really have it hard. </li>
</ul>

<p>Missional Continuity</p>

<ul>
<li>What is the mission with the audience? The speaker is there to continue the work that is already happening, not to have a singular affect that probably won’t stick. </li>
</ul>

<p><strong>Five Practical Takeaways</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Pray for your favorite Catholic speaker.</li>
<li>Read Marcel’s article, “Why You Probably Don&#39;t Want To Be A Catholic Speaker!”</li>
<li>Evaluate your most recent event and ask yourself about the impact it had weeks later.</li>
<li>Critically examine your money and fame motives.<br></li>
<li>Community: try to learn something new about someone already in your life. Try Patrick Lencioni’s opening question: what life event from your childhood affected you the most?</li>
</ol><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Tools for the Newly Converted</title>
  <link>https://everykneeshallbow.fireside.fm/21</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2019 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ascension</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>We have a great show today. Not that we don’t usually, but today is especially good. We start with a question from a parish leader about intercessory prayer groups (Dave’s group is #goals). Then we cover what individuals and parishes can do for the newly converted and what tools we have for someone after their initial “yes” to Jesus.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>39:17</itunes:duration>
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  <description>We have a great show today. Not that we don’t usually, but today is especially good. We start with a question from a parish leader about intercessory prayer groups (Dave’s group is #goals). Then we cover what individuals and parishes can do for the newly converted and what tools we have for someone after their initial “yes” to Jesus.
We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave.
Snippet from the Show
“Walking alone is the greatest way for the devil to destroy your newfound faith.”
SHOWNOTES
Questions from our listeners:
How do you start an intercessory prayer group? What resources are there?
1. Start by finding the people who are already praying.
2. Give each intercessor a job description (example: one Memorare a week, holy hour a month).
3. Add fasting and prayer days with sign-ups (daily, weekly, monthly).
4. Plan a monthly holy hour where we pray for the parish.
5. Boost prayer life through monthly conferences.
What Happens After They Say “Yes” to Jesus?
1. Teach them to communicate with God. 
* Devotional Prayers  
* Mental Prayer
* Meditative Prayer
2. Create a community outreach to interact with new parishioners.
3. Introduce them to reading Scripture.
4. Moral and intellectual formation - there is a huge difference between knowing your faith and living it.
For our 5 Practical Tips, as well as a list of resources from this episode, check out the shownotes at ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow
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  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>We have a great show today. Not that we don’t usually, but today is especially good. We start with a question from a parish leader about intercessory prayer groups (Dave’s group is #goals). Then we cover what individuals and parishes can do for the newly converted and what tools we have for someone after their initial “yes” to Jesus.</p>

<p>We want to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:eksb@ascensionpress.com" rel="nofollow">eksb@ascensionpress.com</a> with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave.</p>

<p><em>Snippet from the Show<br>
“Walking alone is the greatest way for the devil to destroy your newfound faith.”</em></p>

<p><strong>SHOWNOTES</strong><br>
Questions from our listeners:<br>
How do you start an intercessory prayer group? What resources are there?</p>

<ol>
<li>Start by finding the people who are already praying.</li>
<li>Give each intercessor a job description (example: one Memorare a week, holy hour a month).</li>
<li>Add fasting and prayer days with sign-ups (daily, weekly, monthly).</li>
<li>Plan a monthly holy hour where we pray for the parish.</li>
<li>Boost prayer life through monthly conferences.</li>
</ol>

<p>What Happens After They Say “Yes” to Jesus?</p>

<ol>
<li>Teach them to communicate with God. </li>
<li>Devotional Prayers<br></li>
<li>Mental Prayer</li>
<li>Meditative Prayer</li>
<li>Create a community outreach to interact with new parishioners.</li>
<li>Introduce them to reading Scripture.</li>
<li>Moral and intellectual formation - there is a huge difference between knowing your faith and living it.</li>
</ol>

<p>For our 5 Practical Tips, as well as a list of resources from this episode, check out the shownotes at ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>We have a great show today. Not that we don’t usually, but today is especially good. We start with a question from a parish leader about intercessory prayer groups (Dave’s group is #goals). Then we cover what individuals and parishes can do for the newly converted and what tools we have for someone after their initial “yes” to Jesus.</p>

<p>We want to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:eksb@ascensionpress.com" rel="nofollow">eksb@ascensionpress.com</a> with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave.</p>

<p><em>Snippet from the Show<br>
“Walking alone is the greatest way for the devil to destroy your newfound faith.”</em></p>

<p><strong>SHOWNOTES</strong><br>
Questions from our listeners:<br>
How do you start an intercessory prayer group? What resources are there?</p>

<ol>
<li>Start by finding the people who are already praying.</li>
<li>Give each intercessor a job description (example: one Memorare a week, holy hour a month).</li>
<li>Add fasting and prayer days with sign-ups (daily, weekly, monthly).</li>
<li>Plan a monthly holy hour where we pray for the parish.</li>
<li>Boost prayer life through monthly conferences.</li>
</ol>

<p>What Happens After They Say “Yes” to Jesus?</p>

<ol>
<li>Teach them to communicate with God. </li>
<li>Devotional Prayers<br></li>
<li>Mental Prayer</li>
<li>Meditative Prayer</li>
<li>Create a community outreach to interact with new parishioners.</li>
<li>Introduce them to reading Scripture.</li>
<li>Moral and intellectual formation - there is a huge difference between knowing your faith and living it.</li>
</ol>

<p>For our 5 Practical Tips, as well as a list of resources from this episode, check out the shownotes at ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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</item>
<item>
  <title>Evangelization FAQ’s: Plan B, Skipping Mass, and Non-Catholic Family Weddings</title>
  <link>https://everykneeshallbow.fireside.fm/18</link>
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  <pubDate>Wed, 10 Apr 2019 12:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Ascension</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>You’ve got frequently asked questions, we’ve got infrequently given answers. We tackle questions about what to do when you encounter someone purchasing the Plan B pill, what to do when people (especially family members) give dumb reasons for why they don’t go to church, the role of Mary in evangelization, and talking to family members about having a sacramental wedding when they’re angry with the Church and you’re long distance. (Whew.)</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:52</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
  <itunes:image href="https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-images-2024/podcasts/images/1/14291fdc-7ca1-4b7b-88f4-00b524e350c7/cover.jpg?v=3"/>
  <description>You’ve got frequently asked questions, we’ve got infrequently given answers. We tackle questions about what to do when you encounter someone purchasing the Plan B pill, what to do when people (especially family members) give dumb reasons for why they don’t go to church, the role of Mary in evangelization, and talking to family members about having a sacramental wedding when they’re angry with the Church and you’re long distance. (Whew.)
We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave.
_Snippet from the Show
“We so desire the conversion of our friends and relatives and neighbors that we feel disappointed when the outcomes haven’t happened. But the success is in the evangelizing. The conversion is up to Jesus. One sows the seed, the other waters, God alone gives the growth.”_
Check out the show on ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow to browse the resources from the show.
</description>
  <itunes:keywords>catholic, evangelist, mass, apologetics, conversion, wedding, sacrament</itunes:keywords>
  <content:encoded>
    <![CDATA[<p>You’ve got frequently asked questions, we’ve got infrequently given answers. We tackle questions about what to do when you encounter someone purchasing the Plan B pill, what to do when people (especially family members) give dumb reasons for why they don’t go to church, the role of Mary in evangelization, and talking to family members about having a sacramental wedding when they’re angry with the Church and you’re long distance. (Whew.)</p>

<p>We want to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:eksb@ascensionpress.com" rel="nofollow">eksb@ascensionpress.com</a> with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave.</p>

<p>_Snippet from the Show</p>

<p>“We so desire the conversion of our friends and relatives and neighbors that we feel disappointed when the outcomes haven’t happened. But the success is in the evangelizing. The conversion is up to Jesus. One sows the seed, the other waters, God alone gives the growth.”_</p>

<p>Check out the show on ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow to browse the resources from the show.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
  </content:encoded>
  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>You’ve got frequently asked questions, we’ve got infrequently given answers. We tackle questions about what to do when you encounter someone purchasing the Plan B pill, what to do when people (especially family members) give dumb reasons for why they don’t go to church, the role of Mary in evangelization, and talking to family members about having a sacramental wedding when they’re angry with the Church and you’re long distance. (Whew.)</p>

<p>We want to hear from you! Email us at <a href="mailto:eksb@ascensionpress.com" rel="nofollow">eksb@ascensionpress.com</a> with your story, question, or comment—or if you’ve got a new nickname for Dave.</p>

<p>_Snippet from the Show</p>

<p>“We so desire the conversion of our friends and relatives and neighbors that we feel disappointed when the outcomes haven’t happened. But the success is in the evangelizing. The conversion is up to Jesus. One sows the seed, the other waters, God alone gives the growth.”_</p>

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  <title>Ask a Catholic Evangelist: How Can I Share the Gospel with My Family, Parish, and Community? </title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Mike and Dave answer your questions about how to get programs going at your parish, how to share the gospel with fallen-away family members, and how to invest in Catholic evangelism as well as catechesis when funds are short.</itunes:subtitle>
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Snippet from the Show
“You have a mission as a layperson ... To not proclaim Jesus Christ and just wait for a priest to do it is a fundamental corruption to your baptismal dignity. Christ is inviting you on this mission. You don’t need anyone else’s permission.”
Listener Questions:
1. “My priest isn’t into evangelization, what do I do?”
2. “I have three children, none are truly evangelized, except my oldest daughter who is now evangelical, but ‘at least she has Jesus.’”
3. “I am a DRE who got caught up in the catechesis game. I now want to invest in evangelism, but am at a poor parish.”
Resources mentioned:
* Christifideles Laici, Chapter 3
* The Great Adventure Bible Studies
* No Greater Love by Edward Sri
* The Life of Christ by Rev. Fulton Sheen
* To Know Christ Jesus by Frank Sheed
* Radical Communities by Michael Gormley
* Redeemer of Man by Pope St. John Paul II
* Catechesi Tradendae, 19-20
5 Practical Tips:
1. Kerygma: Refresh yourself on what the kerygma is and isn’t.
2. Community: Meet up for Eucharistic Adoration and drinks.
3. Reading: Jesus Shock by Peter Kreeft.
4. Intercession: Pray a decade of the Rosary every day for clergy who need conversion.
5. Lent: Don’t let Lent pass you by, be intentional! Prayerfully consider what God wants from you this Lent. Take an hour and figure it out.
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<p><strong>Snippet from the Show</strong><br>
“You have a mission as a layperson ... To not proclaim Jesus Christ and just wait for a priest to do it is a fundamental corruption to your baptismal dignity. Christ is inviting you on this mission. You don’t need anyone else’s permission.”</p>

<p><strong>Listener Questions:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>“My priest isn’t into evangelization, what do I do?”</li>
<li>“I have three children, none are truly evangelized, except my oldest daughter who is now evangelical, but ‘at least she has Jesus.’”</li>
<li>“I am a DRE who got caught up in the catechesis game. I now want to invest in evangelism, but am at a poor parish.”</li>
</ol>

<p><strong>Resources mentioned:</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Christifideles Laici, Chapter 3</li>
<li>The Great Adventure Bible Studies</li>
<li>No Greater Love by Edward Sri</li>
<li>The Life of Christ by Rev. Fulton Sheen</li>
<li>To Know Christ Jesus by Frank Sheed</li>
<li>Radical Communities by Michael Gormley</li>
<li>Redeemer of Man by Pope St. John Paul II</li>
<li>Catechesi Tradendae, 19-20</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>5 Practical Tips:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Kerygma: Refresh yourself on what the kerygma is and isn’t.</li>
<li>Community: Meet up for Eucharistic Adoration and drinks.</li>
<li>Reading: Jesus Shock by Peter Kreeft.</li>
<li>Intercession: Pray a decade of the Rosary every day for clergy who need conversion.</li>
<li>Lent: Don’t let Lent pass you by, be intentional! Prayerfully consider what God wants from you this Lent. Take an hour and figure it out.</li>
</ol><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Mike and Dave answer your questions about how to get programs going at your parish, how to share the gospel with fallen-away family members, and how to invest in Catholic evangelism as well as catechesis when funds are short.</p>

<p><strong>Snippet from the Show</strong><br>
“You have a mission as a layperson ... To not proclaim Jesus Christ and just wait for a priest to do it is a fundamental corruption to your baptismal dignity. Christ is inviting you on this mission. You don’t need anyone else’s permission.”</p>

<p><strong>Listener Questions:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>“My priest isn’t into evangelization, what do I do?”</li>
<li>“I have three children, none are truly evangelized, except my oldest daughter who is now evangelical, but ‘at least she has Jesus.’”</li>
<li>“I am a DRE who got caught up in the catechesis game. I now want to invest in evangelism, but am at a poor parish.”</li>
</ol>

<p><strong>Resources mentioned:</strong></p>

<ul>
<li>Christifideles Laici, Chapter 3</li>
<li>The Great Adventure Bible Studies</li>
<li>No Greater Love by Edward Sri</li>
<li>The Life of Christ by Rev. Fulton Sheen</li>
<li>To Know Christ Jesus by Frank Sheed</li>
<li>Radical Communities by Michael Gormley</li>
<li>Redeemer of Man by Pope St. John Paul II</li>
<li>Catechesi Tradendae, 19-20</li>
</ul>

<p><strong>5 Practical Tips:</strong></p>

<ol>
<li>Kerygma: Refresh yourself on what the kerygma is and isn’t.</li>
<li>Community: Meet up for Eucharistic Adoration and drinks.</li>
<li>Reading: Jesus Shock by Peter Kreeft.</li>
<li>Intercession: Pray a decade of the Rosary every day for clergy who need conversion.</li>
<li>Lent: Don’t let Lent pass you by, be intentional! Prayerfully consider what God wants from you this Lent. Take an hour and figure it out.</li>
</ol><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Physician Heal Thyself: How Prayer Creates a True Catholic Evangelist</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The phrase “Physician heal thyself” (Luke 4:23) references the often forgotten truth that one must solve their own problems before attempting to fix the problems of others.

Becoming a true Catholic evangelist requires more than just knowledge of the Faith, a certain style, or even success. Your life must reflect the fact that Jesus Christ is active, makes a difference, and has healed your heart. As an evangelist, you are held to a higher standard and your personal life needs to be a fitting witness to your evangelization.

How can you do this?

The answer is simple: prayer. Prayer creates a true Catholic evangelist because the Holy Spirit is the cause of conversion. Today Michael and David share ways you can incorporate prayer into your daily life and how that prayer will make you a true Catholic evangelist.</itunes:subtitle>
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Becoming a true Catholic evangelist requires more than just knowledge of the Faith, a certain style, or even success. Your life must reflect the fact that Jesus Christ is active, makes a difference, and has healed your heart. As an evangelist, you are held to a higher standard and your personal life needs to be a fitting witness to your evangelization.
How can you do this?
The answer is simple: prayer. Prayer creates a true Catholic evangelist because the Holy Spirit is the cause of conversion. Today Michael and David share ways you can incorporate prayer into your daily life and how that prayer will make you a true Catholic evangelist. 
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<p>Becoming a true Catholic evangelist requires more than just knowledge of the Faith, a certain style, or even success. Your life must reflect the fact that Jesus Christ is active, makes a difference, and has healed your heart. As an evangelist, you are held to a higher standard and your personal life needs to be a fitting witness to your evangelization.</p>

<p>How can you do this?</p>

<p>The answer is simple: prayer. Prayer creates a true Catholic evangelist because the Holy Spirit is the cause of conversion. Today Michael and David share ways you can incorporate prayer into your daily life and how that prayer will make you a true Catholic evangelist.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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<p>Becoming a true Catholic evangelist requires more than just knowledge of the Faith, a certain style, or even success. Your life must reflect the fact that Jesus Christ is active, makes a difference, and has healed your heart. As an evangelist, you are held to a higher standard and your personal life needs to be a fitting witness to your evangelization.</p>

<p>How can you do this?</p>

<p>The answer is simple: prayer. Prayer creates a true Catholic evangelist because the Holy Spirit is the cause of conversion. Today Michael and David share ways you can incorporate prayer into your daily life and how that prayer will make you a true Catholic evangelist.</p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://ascensionpress.com/products/support-ascension">Support Every Knee Shall Bow (Your Catholic Evangelization Podcast)</a></p>]]>
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