The First Steps of Sharing Christ
On a recent Monday morning at work, my decidedly
non-Catholic co-worker asked what I did on the weekend. I told him that I ran
errands, went out to dinner, and attended Mass. I casually added that Mass is a
great way to start Saturday evening. My co-worker didn't comment, but perhaps
it made him wonder. Such a casual statement can be a subtle, yet powerful way
to evangelize. The first step for many of us in this process of following and
sharing Christ is to let go of our fear a bit and engage others in casual
conversation. This is not as hard as I had imagined, because there are so many
opportunities, and you don’t have to say very much to put an idea out there.
Prior to the Following Christ sessions last fall, I was far more
hesitant to discuss my faith – even casually – with many people I know. I am
not sure why I built up such a high wall; I’m sure there are many reasons.
But I am happy to say I no longer feel compelled to be so cautious. This
is in large part due to ChristLife. Making our faith approachable in
conversation can be a starting point for us, and for those we want to reach. My
hope is that our collective confidence will grow throughout the spring sessions,
as we learn how to share our faith and take down our individual walls, one step
at a time.
I recall one of the core team members telling us
all a few months ago that we should continue to pray for each other - to say a
Hail Mary or other prayer for ChristLife at the end of Mass, or when we have a
quiet moment. What great advice.
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