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awfulthings9
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Hey all,
Having worked for the past couple years at building a reputation as an apologist at the local level by offering apologetics classes, doing talks, and writing a regular column for our parish bulletin, I am attempting to “expand my services”, so to speak.
I’ve been meeting with the vice-chancellor, who offered to “approve” and promote my services, but at the same time, I sort of want to get my information out there. Here’s the text of my letter to area parishes, followed by my list of topics. I’ve come to really appreciate the advice and insight from the rest of you, so I’m waiting to start printing these out until I get some feedback:
Dear Fr. ???:
We are at an interesting crossroad for our Church. Just as it seems a worldly, secular mentality has suffocated much of our Catholic identity, recent years have witnessed the beginning of an amazing return to orthodoxy and spirituality. In addition, as God’s answer to Pope John Paul’s call for a “New Evangelization”, interest in Catholic apologetics is spreading exponentially among the lay faithful.
As a speaker and writer, I have witnessed, firsthand, the powerful effect our Church’s beautiful teachings and history can have on Catholics who are searching for a clear, common-sense explanation for some of our most misunderstood doctrines and practices. From small study groups to filled churches and from audiences ranging from teenagers to adults, I have seen the excitement that comes from gaining the tools and confidence to become a defender of God’s One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church!
Perhaps, in the near future, St. ??? Church is planning to host a mission or educational event. I am writing to ask that you please consider inviting me as a speaker or resource for your parish activity. Enclosed, you will find a flier detailing the various talks available, from motivational presentations to doctrinal explanations.
Highlighted with humor and personal experience, each talk uses common-sense analogies and explanations to deliver an orthodox explanation of the spirit-guided teachings of the Church. In addition, participants leave with resources for taking the next step in becoming effective defenders of the faith.
Please feel free to contact me should you desire additional information. God bless you and your parish.
In Christ,
Spencer Allen
Having worked for the past couple years at building a reputation as an apologist at the local level by offering apologetics classes, doing talks, and writing a regular column for our parish bulletin, I am attempting to “expand my services”, so to speak.
I’ve been meeting with the vice-chancellor, who offered to “approve” and promote my services, but at the same time, I sort of want to get my information out there. Here’s the text of my letter to area parishes, followed by my list of topics. I’ve come to really appreciate the advice and insight from the rest of you, so I’m waiting to start printing these out until I get some feedback:
Dear Fr. ???:
We are at an interesting crossroad for our Church. Just as it seems a worldly, secular mentality has suffocated much of our Catholic identity, recent years have witnessed the beginning of an amazing return to orthodoxy and spirituality. In addition, as God’s answer to Pope John Paul’s call for a “New Evangelization”, interest in Catholic apologetics is spreading exponentially among the lay faithful.
As a speaker and writer, I have witnessed, firsthand, the powerful effect our Church’s beautiful teachings and history can have on Catholics who are searching for a clear, common-sense explanation for some of our most misunderstood doctrines and practices. From small study groups to filled churches and from audiences ranging from teenagers to adults, I have seen the excitement that comes from gaining the tools and confidence to become a defender of God’s One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church!
Perhaps, in the near future, St. ??? Church is planning to host a mission or educational event. I am writing to ask that you please consider inviting me as a speaker or resource for your parish activity. Enclosed, you will find a flier detailing the various talks available, from motivational presentations to doctrinal explanations.
Highlighted with humor and personal experience, each talk uses common-sense analogies and explanations to deliver an orthodox explanation of the spirit-guided teachings of the Church. In addition, participants leave with resources for taking the next step in becoming effective defenders of the faith.
Please feel free to contact me should you desire additional information. God bless you and your parish.
In Christ,
Spencer Allen