In this episode of the Go and Make Podcast, Brian speaks with Jason Kidd, the National Director of Alpha in a Catholic Context. They discuss Jason's faith journey, the importance of patience in evangelization, and how Alpha serves as a welcoming space for individuals to explore their faith. Jason emphasizes the need for relational evangelization and the significance of personal invitations in bringing people to Alpha.

The conversation highlights the evolving nature of the church's approach to evangelization in a post-Christian culture. In this conversation, Jason Kidd and Brian discuss the importance of creating spaces within the Catholic Church for individuals to wrestle with their faith and ask questions. They emphasize the need for a personalized experience of Christianity, acknowledging the wounds and stories behind people's objections to faith. The discussion highlights the role of the Alpha program as a vital tool for evangelization, fostering community, and building pathways for discipleship. They explore how Alpha can transform parish dynamics, encourage meaningful invitations, and ultimately help individuals encounter Jesus in a deeper way.

More about Alpha in a Catholic context: https://alphausa.org/catholic-context/

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