Our Journey of Faith ministry is well under way. This year we have more than 60 people seeking sacraments of initiation and many of them need sponsors. Being a sponsor is a powerful way to put into practice our call to evangelize and to accompany others on their walk with Christ. Here's what one of our past sponsors, Pete Lake, had to say about it.
How did being a sponsor strengthen your faith or bring you closer to God?
There are thousands of things you can do on a Sunday morning that are more fun, entertaining, or relaxing than going through the process of OCIA and learning to be Catholic. Yet, this group of people showed up every Sunday and put in the time to learn about our faith and take a step closer to becoming a disciple of Christ. I am inspired by their journey and the stories of conversion they shared. They help me believe the Holy Spirit is actively working in our lives.
What were the fruits of the relationship you had with your candidate?
The candidate I sponsored last year was a shy young man. I believe it took a lot of courage for him to go through the steps of OCIA, especially the more public steps like Baptism. I was inspired by his courage and was honored to stand next to him and support him. This young man had studied church history and I also looked forward to our discussions about faith and the different traditions we have as Catholics. He was enthusiastic about these topics, which is not common with my current circle of friends.
Are you interested in sharing your faith? Plan to attend our information meeting on Sunday, October 26 at 1:30 pm in the parish center.
