Saint James the Apostle Parish to Host Evangelization Conference

On Saturday, February 28, 2015, Saint James the Apostle Parish will host a conference entitled Catholic Evangelization from 8:30 AM until 12:30 PM in Hatcher Hall in Saint James the Apostle School, 45 South Springfield Ave, Springfield. The morning will include prayer, reflection and discussion of the following topics:

• Is evangelization just another “new thing” in our Church?
• What are the defining elements of Catholic evangelization?
• What is the role of the Holy Spirit in evangelization?
• Why did John Paul II introduce the concept of the New Evangelization and what does it mean?
• What is Pope Francis’ “style” of evangelization? Is it something we can imitate?
• How can we live out the call to evangelize in our daily lives?
• ...and more!

The conference will be facilitated by Julie V. Burkey, D.Min., Coordinator, Workplace Spirituality & Evangelization Initiative, and Adjunct Professor of Pastoral Theology. Dr. Burkey holds a Master’s degree from Immaculate Conception Seminary and a Doctor of Ministry degree from The Catholic University of America. Dr. Burkey teaches Catholic Evangelization, New Evangelization and Catechesis, and Theology of Work.

Interested participants are encouraged to register by contacting Kim Mailley at 973-951-1631 or kmailley18@verizon.net. A light breakfast will be served. Please see the attached flyer.

Come and learn about the New Evangelization and your role in spreading the Good News!