Tim Glemkowski shares his faith journey and the importance of encountering Jesus in the Eucharist. He discusses the need for a Eucharistic revival in the Church and the upcoming National Eucharistic Congress. The Congress aims to gather the Church to renew the Eucharistic heart of parishes and invite people into a deeper relationship with Jesus. It will include liturgies, catechesis, and talks, with the goal of experiencing encounter and being sent on mission.

The conversation explores the power of large events and gatherings in the Church, such as the Eucharistic Congress, to provide spiritual consolation and renewal. It emphasizes the importance of community and discipleship in conjunction with these events to foster lasting change and growth. The conversation also highlights the need for parish revival and the role of leadership in creating a healthy culture for renewal. It concludes with a discussion on the Amazing Parish and the importance of supporting and empowering pastors in their mission to lead and bring about change in their parishes.

Takeaways

• Encountering Jesus personally is essential for a vibrant faith life.
• The Church needs a Eucharistic revival to renew the Eucharistic heart of parishes and invite people into a deeper relationship with Jesus.
• The National Eucharistic Congress is a gathering of the Church to seek encounter with God and be sent on mission.
• The Congress aims to provide liturgies, catechesis, and talks that lead to a transformative experience of encounter. Large events in the Church, like the Eucharistic Congress, can provide spiritual consolation and renewal.
• Community and discipleship are essential in conjunction with these events to foster lasting change and growth.
• Parish revival requires strong leadership and a healthy culture.
• The Amazing Parish supports and empowers pastors in their mission to lead and bring about change in their parishes.

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Music: Wildfire by Mary Kate Westrich. Used with permission.

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