The Mission Driven Parish

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 159 pages
• Published by: Orbis Books February 28, 2007
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 1570756929
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1570756924
• Book Dimensions: 9 x 5.9 x 0.4 inches
• Weighs: 7.2 ounces

Reader Reviews
The Mission Driven Parish is a courageous book written by a heroic pastor seeking the best of God's Reign for those he serves. In his revealing autobiographical style, Fr. Patrick Brennan shows, not tells, how a Catholic parish, its staff and parishioners can make evangelization, the recognized mission of the Catholic Church, the hub of parish life. And it works. The impact of Fr. Brennan's leadership, co-laboring with parish staff like Dawn Mayer and others, exerts a generational influence upon thousands of people. The book is more than dried ink printed on paper. It is about writing a living faith upon the hearts and minds of young and old, affluent and not, where all belong. I know. Our family belongs to Holy Family Parish. Our worship is jubilant and meaningful. Our marriage is strong and vibrant. Our daughter's understanding has blossomed in the Gathered at Table program as she prepares for first Communion. Our participation in ministry is nurtured and nurturing. The Mission Driven Parish walks the talk of what is possible to make the Catholic faith lived with a relevant and strong witness. May Fr. Brennan's vision and courage to blueprint what works at Holy Family Parish inspire other pastors and laity to find their "mission voice" to evangelize. Comment | | (Report this)