The goal of every Catholic parish is to create missionary disciples.
It’s an inspiring and noble goal. Sometimes trying to do it can feel like being handed a shovel and told to redirect the Atlantic Ocean—especially trying to do it before the 10:30 Mass lets out, the coffee runs out, and someone corners you about why we don’t sing that one hymn from 1987 anymore.
So, do we stay comfortable? Do, we...
The article advocates for the practice of genuflection as a form of spiritual resistance against contemporary ideologies that prioritize individualism and cultural conformity. By emphasizing this ritual, the author suggests that it helps individuals recognize God's presence in their lives, leading to missionary formation and evangelization. The comparison between early Christians refusing to kneel to Caesar and modern-day resistance against "Caesars" serves as a metaphor for standing firm in one...