Deep Dive Podcast
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Deep Dive Podcast
The New Evangelisation: History, Theology and Practice
This text, excerpted from Fr. Stephen Wang's work, "The New Evangelisation: History, Theology and Practice," defines evangelization as bringing good news and distinguishing primary evangelization (mission to those who have never known Christ) from the New Evangelisation, which focuses on re-engaging those in historically Christian areas or baptized individuals who have lost their faith. It explores five reasons necessitating this renewed effort: living in a post-Christian society, addressing Christians disconnected from their faith, adapting to new culture and media, clarifying confusion about the need for evangelization after Vatican II, and navigating questions about the nature of Christian witness (balancing example and explicit proclamation). The text identifies five key ingredients for effective New Evangelisation: personal conviction, community, the Word of God and Church teaching, liturgy and the sacraments, and courage and creativity.