“The Directory for Catechesis reminds us that the Holy Spirit is at the center of evangelizing activity—the Holy Spirit continually urges us to mission. Within the overall process of evangelization, the directory emphasizes the power of witness, for ‘missionary activity is the first stage of evangelization.’” (#33)
Dear Parishioners, What a year it has been for our world and what a year it has been for Hands Together and Mission Haiti! In February, we lost our beloved and inspirational Karl Holtsnider to whom we owe gratitude for being the force behind the creation of Mission Haiti twenty years ago. Karl traveled to Haiti many times carrying his camera and notepad to bring home to all of us the realities of life in Haiti. We stumble now without …