Episode 37 – Giving Witness to Christ  – Why it Matters: An Exploration of Faith with Archbishop George Lucas
Archbishop Lucas and Kris McGregor discuss the heart of Kerygma as Peter addresses the Jews gathered in Jerusalem, reminding them that the events they have just experienced were foretold by the prophet Joel (Acts 2: 14-21), and proclaiming Jesus as Lord and Messiah (Acts 2: 22-36)
Some of the takeaways for us is that there is no replacement for authentic first-hand witnesses. As Christ’s witnesses, we are encouraged to:

* Cultivate an intimate communion with Jesus by regular Confession and worthy reception of the Eucharist at Mass;
* Invest the time for study, Scripture reading, and prayer to come to know Jesus Christ and form a personal relationship with him;
* Stay united to, and pray for the Church and for all those whom Jesus may send you for your witness;
* Take courage from Jesus’ words to the Apostles before sending them out, even in times of persecution, “do not worry about how you are to speak or what you are to say. You will be given at that moment what you are to say.” (Mt 10:19)


 

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