Evangelize with Impact: 4 Powerful Ways Catholic Radio Helps

 Do you realize that you have a unique call to evangelize and participate in the Great Commission? 

 

The eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had ordered them. When they saw him, they worshiped, but they doubted. Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:16-20 RSVCE) 

 

This gospel passage shows the remaining disciples after the Resurrection (without Judas Iscariot and before Matthias took his place). The mountain is a place where Peter, James and John witnessed the Transfiguration. It is also a reminder of Moses’ encounter on Mount Horeb (Sinai) when he received the Ten Commandments. 

 

God the Father gave us His Law in ten guidelines to keep us spiritually safe. The Father gave us His Son to demonstrate and be Love for every soul. The Holy Spirit was then sent to permeate the lives of the disciples and remain as a special Presence among all believers. 

 

 

Evangelization Leads to Conversion and Discipleship in the Catholic Church 

 

Making disciples of all nations was aimed primarily at Gentiles (those who were not Jewish). However, because many Jews rejected Jesus, they would have been included in the command, as well. 

 

Baptism in Jesus’ time and in this present day is the means by which a person enters the community of the followers of Jesus and His Church. 

 

All this comes about through evangelization. But this is not just for missionaries and those with religious vocations. St. Pope John Paul II wrote about this in his encyclical, Redemptoris Missio On the permanent validity of the Church’s missionary mandate. He called for a “new evangelization”. 

 

“The New Evangelization,” says the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), “calls each of us to deepen our faith, believe in the Gospel message and go forth to proclaim the Gospel.” You can find more information on the USCCB New Evangelization webpage. 

 

When someone has an experience of conversion, hungering for God with a willingness to learn more, that is when discipleship begins. 

 

 

4 Ways Catholic Radio Can Equip You to Evangelize 

 

1. Catholic Radio Can Help You Learn the Faith 

 

Have you forgotten some of what you learned about the Catholic Church, or do you have new questions as you are spiritually growing? The following programs by priests and theologians may be helpful in your journey to evangelize: 

 

• Christ Is the Answer with Fr. John Riccardo 

 

• The Reason for Our Hope with Fr. Larry Richards 

 

• Dr. Scott Hahn (a renowned convert to the Catholic faith and a popular theologian) 

 

• The Teachings of Jesus Christ (a study of the Catechism) and Corapi Classics, both by Fr. John Corapi 

 

 

2. Stay Informed about the Happenings in Our Culture, Nation, and World through a Catholic Lens 

Catholic Radio Network includes programs that report news, address current events, and host guest speakers from a variety of backgrounds. These programs not only inform but also equip you to evangelize with a Catholic perspective. If you haven’t listened to news from a Catholic point of view, you’re in for a treat with: 

• The World Over with Raymond Arroyo 

 

• Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo 

 

• The Catholic Current with Fr. Robert McTeigue 

 

 

3. Learn how other Catholics explain, defend, and evangelize the Faith and the Catholic Church.

 

We become what we listen to, and the more you listen to Catholic radio, the better equipped you will be to answer questions about Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Catholic Church—and to evangelize with confidence.

 

• Catholic Answers Live, a call-in program for both Catholics and non-Catholics 

 

• Called to Communion, with Dr. David Anders, a convert to Catholicism, who answers questions and arguments against Catholicism with a friendly and respectful tone 

 

• Lighthouse Catholic Media, a non-profit organization that supplies low-cost, high-quality resources to aid evangelization 

 

• Mother Angelica Live Classics, replays of radio and TV programs in which Mother explained the Bible and addressed issues in society with conviction, clarity, and humor. 

 

 

4. Fortify Yourself Spiritually by Praying with Others on Catholic Radio 

 

Every day you can pray with our community of listeners to become strong and handle what the day brings. Join us for: 

 

• Daily Mass 

• Rosary 

• Divine Mercy 

 

 

For ideas on how to share the Good News of Christ with others, here are some resources that might be helpful: 

 

• FOCUS, a Catholic evangelization ministry, and this article: 10 Ways to Evangelize as a Catholic 

 

• 5 Ways to Be a Better Catholic Evangelist 

 

• Prayer for the New Evangelization 

 

Catholic Radio Network is an EWTN radio affiliate of Eternal Word Television Network, founded by Mother Angelica. Please pray this prayer she composed for the Holy Spirit to continue to permeate our evangelization efforts. 

 

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