059: Fr John Riccardo - You were born for this

In this episode Emi Namoro interviews Eric Chow, Director for Proclaim. They discuss the upcoming Rescue Live event happening on May 4th 2024. What is Rescue? Why should someone attend and why invite someone to join them? The Rescue Project is an initiative of ACTS XXIX. It is an evangelization tool that proclaims the gospel in a powerful and transformative way. Learn more about ACTSXXIX and Fr Riccardo at actsxxix.org and therescueproject.us Details for Rescue Live is on rescuelivevancouver.ca Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

On February 3, 2024 Archbishop Miller gathered pastors from our Archdiocese to offer a ""lay of the land"" and to provide some thoughts on the opportunity for mission in Vancouver. We are so grateful that his words were captured, as they are relevant to Proclaim. In his presentation he offers 12 principles that can guide us in our mission to Proclaim Jesus. Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

In this episode we revisit Fr John Riccardo's keynote from Upper Room 2020, entitled You Were Born for This. At the time of the publication, the Archdiocese of Vancouver is launching an initiative of invitation, bringing our communities to a revival event called Rescue Live. Fr John and his team at ACTSXXIX will help us lead this revival set for May 4 2024. Details can be found at weareproclaim.com To learn more about Fr John, ACTSXXIX and the Rescue Project visit https://rescueproject.us/ Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

Jake Khym from Life Restoration joins the podcast to share thoughts on identity - what it is, why its important, and how we find our identity in Jesus. Identity is important for Proclaim because our God-given identity, centered on Jesus, allows us to authentically form relationships and accompany those in our ""proximate periphery"". To learn more about Life Restoration and to join Jake's ""Identity Course"" go to liferestoration.ca Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

Andre Regnier, co-founder of Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO), discusses the power of the Gospel and the importance of making a personal decision in the process of conversion. Quotes shared: ""The conditions of the society in which we live oblige all of us therefore to revise methods, to seek by every means to study how we can bring the Christian message to modern man. For it is only in the Christian message that modern man can find the answer to his questions and the energy for his commitment of human solidarity."" This fidelity both to a message whose servants we are and to the people to whom we must transmit it living and intact is the central axis of evangelization. It poses three burning questions, which the 1974 Synod kept constantly in mind: In our day, what has happened to that hidden energy of the Good News, which is able to have a powerful effect on man's conscience? To what extent and in what way is that evangelical force capable of really transforming the people of this century? What methods should be followed in order that the power of the Gospel may have its effect? Pope St Paul VI, Evangelii Nuntiandi, 3 --- Conversion means accepting, by a personal decision, the saving sovereignty of Christ and becoming his disciple. Pope St John Paul II, Mission of the Redeemer, 46 --- ..today Christ is asking you the same question which he asked the Apostles: “Who do you say that I am?” Respond to him with generosity and courage, as befits young hearts like your own. Say to him: “Jesus, I know that you are the Son of God, who have given your life for me. I want to follow you faithfully and to be led by your word. You know me and you love me. I place my trust in you and I put my whole life into your hands. I want you to be the power that strengthens me and the joy which never leaves me”. Pope Benedict XVI - Message for 26th World Youth Day Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

Tim Glemkowski is no stranger to Proclaim. He's been a keynote at Upper Room and has been a guest on a previous Proclaim podcast. He is currently the executive director for the Eucharistic Revival in the United States, leading several national initiatives including a Eucharistic Congress in July 2024. Eric and Tim discuss the Eucharistic congress, it's history in the Church, and the impact the revival can have in the Catholic Church in North America. You can learn more about the Eucharistic Revival at https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/ Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

Guests Karen Magee and Etienne O'Toole share their experience with Encounter School of Ministry, and how they have witnessed signs and wonders - physical and inner healing through prayer ministry. You can find the Fearless Documentary here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jEu_KG07p9I You can learn more about Encounter at encounterschool.org Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @weareproclaim

In this episode, Sr John Mary shares her workshop from the Upper Room 2023. Explore the traits of a good listener and understand why listening plays a vital role in evangelization. Learn how effective listening is the cornerstone of mentorship and deepens connections with those you accompany on their faith journey. Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @weareproclaim

This is the second part of a conversation between Pete Burak and Eric Chow. They continue discussing Spirit-filled leadership - the important of expectant prayer, hearing God's word and acting on it, and how God has a plan for every part of our lives. Discussion questions: 1. What stood out to you in the conversation? 2. How might you incorporate into your prayer two questions: What are you up to Lord? What do you want me to do about it? Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @weareproclaim "

Pete Burak, VP for Renewal Ministries, was a keynote for Proclaim's Upper Room Conference in 2023. Eric took the time to talk to Pete about what makes a Spirit Filled Leader. This is part 1 of their conversation. Discussion questions: 1. What stood out to you in the conversation? 2. Do you see yourself as a Spirit filled leader? 3. How might you incorporate ""expectant prayer"" into your daily routine? Proclaim is a movement of the Archdiocese of Vancouver inspiring disciples to proclaim Jesus in their homes and communities. The Proclaim podcast is a space where you listen to inspiring disciples talk all things around sharing Jesus with others, and learn how to step into your own missionary identity. To learn more about Proclaim, you can visit weareproclaim.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @weareproclaim