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July Ministry Reflection: Summer as a Sacred Opportunity
Finding rest in Christ that we can carry into autumn and beyond.
Christian Gonzalez
Jun 307 min read


June Ministry Reflection: What Will You Do to Help Faith Flourish?
The Spirit gives life, but community nurtures it. This week, as we approach the Feast of Pentecost, I can't shake the image of those...
Christian Gonzalez
Jun 47 min read


May Ministry Reflection: What’s Your Ministry?
We are all called to minister. We are all invited to partner with God in the healing of the world. But what does that look like for you? How do you discover your unique ministry?
Christian Gonzalez
May 66 min read


April Ministry Reflection: The Great Invitation
Welcoming others into the life of the Church means making space for them in our communities, in our homes, and in our lives.
Christian Gonzalez
Apr 44 min read


March Ministry Reflection: Becoming a Confessing Community This Lent
This Lent, let's remember that repentance isn't just an individual journey—it's a communal one.
Christian Gonzalez
Mar 37 min read


February Ministry Reflection: Embracing Our Father’s Reckless Love
This Lenten season, let's reflect on how the Lord may be inviting us to welcome those who have, until now, been lost.
Christian Gonzalez
Feb 46 min read


January Ministry Reflection: A New Year of Life in God's Love
As we begin a new year, let's set our goals in alignment with the values of His Kingdom.
Christian Gonzalez
Dec 30, 20248 min read


December Ministry Reflection: Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord, Today!
How can we prepare room in our hearts to welcome Christ this Nativity fast?
Christian Gonzalez
Dec 4, 20244 min read


November Ministry Reflection: What’s Your Curriculum?
Your Kids Are Already Learning Exactly What You’re Teaching A lot of folks have reached out to OYM over the last couple of years asking...
Christian Gonzalez
Nov 4, 20246 min read


October Ministry Reflection: Becoming Brothers and Sisters in Christ
St. James, Brother of Our Lord On October 23, the Orthodox Church commemorates St. James, the brother of the Lord. St. James was, of...
Christian Gonzalez
Oct 22, 20245 min read


September Ministry Reflection: Notice, Name, Know
We need to face a stark reality. Young people are suffering. It’s an oft-cited and sad statistic that nearly 60% of young people will...
Christian Gonzalez
Sep 16, 20245 min read


August Ministry Reflection: Practicing Hospitality
The first time I entered the parish that would eventually become my own, I was shocked at how small, even cozy, the space was. The low...
Christian Gonzalez
Aug 21, 20243 min read
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