Professional paper
Evangelization and Vocation
Fabio Attard
Abstract
The article speaks about evangelization and vocation animation in the Salesian community, with reference to preparatory documents for the 2012 Synod of Bishops. The author particularly mentions the new evangelization and transmission of faith. The author also notes that the Church is called to meet the challenges of the modern world, such as secularization, the inability of modern man to listen, difficulty in accepting the gospel as a living message, denial and neglect of God, opinions on the death of God and the sterile cult of the individual. Following the example of Pope John Paul II, who was the first to use the term "new evangelization,” Christians are called anew to learn to hope and live their faith courageously. Salesians also point out the importance of evangelization and evangelical communities, and the connection between evangelization and upbringing. Jesus Christ must be at the core of all evangelization. Today, it is necessary to invite the young and speak to them about the opportunities and importance of a religious vocation. Therefore, skilled spiritual leaders and companions are needed.
Keywords
evangelization; new evangelization; vocation animation; Salesians; spiritual leadership; religious vocation
Hrčak ID:
111337
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Publication date:
3.12.2012.
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