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Bishops seeking ways to perfect the art of preaching
By
Deacon Greg Kandra
The idea of better homilies — and finding ways to make them better — is emerging as a major theme from the Synod of Bishops. Zenit reports: A general instruction on homilies and a jubilee year dedicated to the art of preaching were two ideas that emerged from the world Synod of Bishops after several…
“Can’t wait to see what God’s got in mind for you”
By
Deacon Greg Kandra
This flick is sneaking into movie theaters this weekend — and it looks like something well worth checking out. It’s “Billy: The Early Years,” a biographical drama about the life of America’s most famous preacher. The New York Times has a piece today about how the movie got made. If you visit the movie’s website…
On preaching: “Through grace, it changes lives”
By
Deacon Greg Kandra
Over at the biblical Synod, they’re getting an earful about — of all things — preaching. From CNS: After the current church year dedicated to St. Paul, the Catholic Church should dedicate a year to the art of preaching, Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas of Tucson, Ariz., told the world Synod of Bishops on the Bible.…
Yeah, it’s just like that
By
Deacon Greg Kandra
Fr. Matthew is an Episcopal priest-blogger who posts some of his wisdom on YouTube. Which is where I dug up this clever look at what goes into writing a sermon. I’m sure a lot of you out there will relate. Enjoy.
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