Spiritual Growth

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The Emmaus, 30 May 2009
Expect More
Life In The Spirit
Solid
Last
Along the line…
14:16 Promise of Counselor
14:27 Peace of mind and heart
15:01 The Vine
Relationship
Baptism Journey Relationship Growth Need time and attention On going
The Vine
“… For a branch cannot produce fruit if it is severed from the vine, and you cannot be fruitful apart from me.” – John 15:4
The Tools
Prayer Scripture
Service
Sacraments
Community
Prayer and Scripture
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Relationship with God Spending time getting to know Him “… you may ask any request you like…” – John 15:7 St Therese of Lisieux – “… a simple look turned toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy.”
Sacraments
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To encounter Him “Remain in me, and I will remain in you.” – John 15:4
Community
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Body of Christ “I believe in the holy Catholic Church and the communion of saints” – The Creed “I command you to love each other in the same way that I love you.” - John 15:12
Service and Evangelization
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Overflowing “… so that you will be filled with my joy. Yes, your joy will overflow!” – John 15:11 Share God’s love to others Luke 24:32
The Practice
Prayer Scripture Sacraments Community Service Living prayer Daily readings, bible study Be open at mass, go to confession once a month Be in a community Act of love that they can appreciate. Share our faith
Sharing question
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Share briefly your experience during last week's baptism. What change did you experience through out the week? Did you have any expectation which was not fulfilled? Out of the 5 means available (prayer, scripture, sacraments, community, service) which one do you see still lacking and can be done more? What do you hope / expect will happen after this in your relationship with God?
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