My Dear People
When last did you tell someone how much you enjoyed/appreciated/valued a service or event at All Saints or St Alban’s? When last did you tell this to someone who does not go to church? Just doing this is the start and cornerstone of mission.
You may find at first you only recognise the opportunity to do this once it is too late. But try to do it as often as you can anyway. Ask God daily to show you these opportunities, and to help you to make the most of them.
The more often you have told people how much you value your relationship with God and with the Church, (or even just one or the other) the more successful you will be at the next step. Which is to invite people to join you at what you value and enjoy. There are plenty of opportunities in this month’s leaflet to which you could invite people.
And don’t get despondent because at first people might not come. Many people will not be sure you really mean that the Church has something to offer them (and overcome their shyness) until you have asked them again. And again.
If you love God and neighbour then inviting your neighbour (and family member) is a must. Yes, with enthusiasm; but without pushiness., and never nagging. And always with lots of prayer.
For our salvation and for theirs, pray about it, and do it.
Yours in Christ,
Fr John
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