Just before He ascends to heaven, Jesus leaves His disciples with final directions: “Go and make disciples” (Matthew 28:19).
The Diocesan Office for Parish Life invites you to two different events next month focused on discipleship.
1. “The Characteristics of a Disciple” – Wednesday, Aug. 6
What does it mean to be a disciple? What does a disciple look like, think like, act like? How can we know if we are making disciples?
This evening workshop with Fr. Jon Bielawski and Michele Thompson, Genesis Mission founders, will answer these questions and more.
Join us for an evening of inspiration whether you are a new disciple, a disciple-in-progress, or someone who wants to be a disciple maker.
Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Diocesan Pastoral Center, 330 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton
Cost: $10, payable at the door2. “How to” Evangelize – Thursday, Aug. 7
We know we are supposed to share our faith, but how comfortable do we feel? What if we don’t use the right words, or say the right thing? Even the word “evangelization” makes most of us cringe!
This workshop with Fr. Jon Bielawski and Michele Thompson, Genesis Mission founders, will show you how to build a culture of encounter. Throughout the day, they will illustrate methods to introduce our faith into everyday conversations. You will be introduced to the Genesis Method, a practical way of helping others to encounter Christ, which respects the individual but offers the love and peace of Christ. A series of simple steps, which begin with listening and asking questions, will open the door to a heartfelt encounter that speaks into the specific circumstances of
the person you meet.This workshop is perfect for parish staff, catechetical leaders, catechists, youth ministers, adult formation leaders, and disciples of all ages and stages!
Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: Diocesan Pastoral Center, 330 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton
Cost: $30, payable at the door. Includes lunch and materials.To register for either event, click here: https://survey.zohopublic.com/zs/ilaMrP
