Courage for Communion: The Love of Christ Urges Us On

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Overview

In our increasingly divided world, how can we actively promote communion with others? Authentic conversations about equality, justice and inclusion should be rooted in the Church’s understanding of the nature of each person and the call to Christlike love. Rev. David Songy, O.F.M.Cap., S.T.D., Psy.D., explores the connection between societal divisions and the Christian invitation to promote greater communion.

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

1. Reflect on the Magisterial teachings on communion of persons and Christian love;
2. Discuss how valuing the individual requires a healthy respect for the community as a whole; and
3. Discover possibilities for courageously addressing the need for communion.

Who Should Participate

Priests, deacons, men and women religious, lay ministers, and those involved in vocations, formation, or clergy and ministry personnel needs.

Reflection Questions

Questions for reflection and discussion prior to the learning session are provided below.

1. How do I understand divisions among people today?
2. What do I feel when I experience division between myself and others?
3. How do I concretely live out the Christian call to love?