CATHOLIC CHARISMATIC RENEWAL
ARCHDIOCESE OF BRISBANE , AUSTRALIA .
BARDON OUTREACH

 

CHARISMATIC RENEWAL
IN THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
WHAT IS IT ?

It is a Spiritual Movement built on a personal relationship

with Jesus Christ, and the key doctrines of Christianity

described in the New Testament.

"No one can say Jesus is Lord, unless he is under the influence

of the Holy Spirit.  ( 1 Corinthians Ch 12 v 3 )

To emphasise this proclamation in prayer and action, is the

function of the Charismatic Renewal.

 

1. WHAT IS ITS PURPOSE ?

    To bring people to a deeper personal relationship with Jesus Christ by

    accepting their own individual “Pentecost”allowing the Holy Spirit to be

    manifested in them. “We know that Jesus lives in us, by the spirit

He has given us " (1 John Ch.3 v.24)
    Although the Holy Spirit is received through baptism and confirmation,

   Christians need to come to a personal appreciation of the action and

power of the Holy Spirit in their every day life. 


2. WHEN DID IT START ?
       The Charismatic Renewal has been established within traditional

 Christian churches over the past forty years. In the Catholic Church, it began

 in 1967 in U.S.A.,and is now   active in over 130 countries, and is supported

by many of the bishops of the Church.The headquarters of ICCRS is in Rome,

                             and serves to liaise between CCR and the Vatican.

 
3. WHAT DOES THE CHURCH SAY ABOUT IT?
Pope John XXIII said “ My soul is resting in the hope of a NEW PENTECOST ,

in which will be re-established the victory of truth". In 1973, Pope Paul VI ,

 gave his blessing to the CCR leaders at their international leaders meeting in

 Rome, and said "If we really love the Church, the main thing we must do is

to foster in it , an outpouring of the Divine Paraclete- the Holy Spirit."

 Pope John Paul II said to CCR leaders in Rome, in March 1992,"The

 emergence of this renewal following the second Vatican Council, was a gift

of the Holy Spirit to the church….one of the most important results of this

spiritual awakening has been the increased thirst for holiness which is seen

in the lives of individuals, and in the whole church". ICCRS ( International

 Catholic Charismatic Renewal Services ) was established by the Vatican in

1993 to serve the worldwide Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Pope Benedict XVI

led the 40th anniversary celebrations of CCR at St Peters for the vigil of

 Pentecost in 2006. A joyful hymn of praise and a truly Spirit filled celebration.

The Holy Father has given CCR His Apostolic Blessing and stated his intention

 to continue to guide with "paternal affection" the ecclesial movements,

 associations and communities which were nurtured by Pope John Paul II.

4. IS IT FOR ALL ?
Yes !…. It is normal New Testament Christianity .

5. WHAT CAN IT DO FOR ME ?
It helps the individual to experience personal Christian Spiritual Growth,

particularly in the areas of: -
    AWARENESS --- Prayer, scripture, liturgy and community become “alive”, with

new depths of understanding.
ACCEPTANCE---of the Holy Trinity as an experience, that is, loving Father,

 brother Jesus our Redeemer, and “power” of the Holy Spirit.
TRANSFORMATION--- “Through Him, with Him, in Him “,(Eucharistic Prayer)

 becomes the motif of our life as we “see Him more clearly, love Him more

 dearly, walk with Him more nearly, day by day.” 
As Paul wrote in ( Galatians Ch. 2 v. 20 ) “And the life I live now is not my

own; Christ is living in me. I still live my human life, but it is a life of

 faith in the Son of God.”

6. WHAT ABOUT EMOTION ?
It is written in scripture--- 
“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,

faithfulness, gentleness , and self control". ( Galations Ch. 5 v 22 ) 
Through the renewal , this joy mentioned so many times in scripture becomes

a reality in one's life.“Shout joyfully to God, all you on earth, sing praise to

the glory of His name." (Psalm 66 .vs.1&2)      It is meaningful rather than

emotional to experience a joyous freedom in praise and worship.

7. IS EMPHASIS PLACED ON THE GIFTS OF THE SPIRIT ?

NO!..The gifts of the spirit ( Word of Wisdom, Word of Knowledge, Faith ,

Healing, Miracles, Prophecy, Discernment, Tongues, & Interpretation of Tongues.)

are a natural and expected manifestation of the working of the Holy Spirit who ---
Produces all these gifts , distributing them to each as he wills.”

( 1Corinthians Ch. 12 Vs. 8 to 11)
       EMPHASIS IS PLACED on the need for spiritual growth, service, and a life   

 that can be recognised as “Christian “.

8. IS SPIRITUAL ELITISM ENCOURAGED ?
NO!…. On the contrary, all are encouraged to be servants, to “wash the feet of

    others” and be active within their Parish. The need for an outreach is also

 stressed as a necessary part of spiritual growth.“So it is, with faith that doesn't

 show itself by good works, is dead." ( James Ch. Vs. 2 to17) 

9. WHAT ARE PRAYER MEETINGS ?
( 1Corinthians Ch.14 : Vs. 26 to 33.)
These consist of spontaneous prayer , enthusiastic praise and worship in song

 scripture reading , prophecy , teaching , sharing , witnessing to a fuller Christian

life ,fellowship (love one another) ,and prayers for specific needs of individuals.

They are generally held each week. While people attending may be

predominantly catholic, everyone is most welcome .
 

10. HOW CAN I LEARN MORE ABOUT IT

*By attending CCR. BARDON OUTREACH ( for details see home page ).

It may be "different” at first , but most people come to enjoy the freedom

 and spiritual growth that ensues . One of the key initiatives of the Synod 2003

was:-"Parishes should provide Prayer Groups , where people can meet Christ

 in the living word of God ,and in other people". Jesus said in Mark Ch. 11 v. 24 :
   "Whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it ,

 and it will be yours .


 

Prayer Groups with associated  Ministries in the Archdiocese , are affiliated under

the authority of the Archbishop , with headquarters at EPHESUS HOUSE OF PRAYER

Cnr. Fraser Rd and Nudgee Road Northgate . There are Charismatic Prayer Groups

 in many Parishes in the Archdiocese .One of the key initiatives of the Synod 2003 was :

" Parishes should provide Prayer Groups ,where people can meet Christ in the living

word of God , and in other people.  

   Editor "Face to Face" news letter - Trish Latimer Phone : (07) 3267 5247      

                                                                                                                         e-mail : teelat@Bigpond.com

                                                                EPHESUS HOUSE : 'Phone (07)32661220  

                                            President Jenny McCormack : 'Phone (07)32097671

                                                               Secretary Audrey : 'Phone (07)37156053


                                                                                    

Emmanuel Covenant Community

 

 

Emmanuel Covenant Community is a Catholic Charismatic Community within the Archdiocese of Brisbane

that seeks to be a force for renewal in the Church and for the transformation of the World .

For further information please visit the Emmanuel Web Pages :

      Shayne Bennett..... Moderator

   PO Box 2452 Mansfield , 4122  Australia

  Telephone : 61 7 3394 4333

http://www.emmanuel-community.com    and   http://www.eyouth.com.au

e-mail :  admin@emmanuel-community.com


 

 

 

NET is a Catholic ministry of evangelisation which stirs up , strengthens and supports the faith

of young people . NET also identifies , journeys with and cares for young people in crisis situations .

NET offers a powerful opportunity to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ to young people in a

way that is meaningful and relevant . Please visit our website .

Shanelle Bennett...... Executive Director

PO Box 2453 Mansfield QLD 4122

Telephone : 61 7 3397 9666

http:// www.netministries.com.au

e-mail :  info@netministries.com.au

REACHING OUT TO UGANDA AND CHANGING THE FACE OF AFRICA

The arrival and establishment of NET in my Diocese has been a great blessing ....

I fully endorse the work and mission of NET in the formation and training of

young people and in the work of evangelisation in Uganda

Bishop John Kaggwa , Masaka

 CONTRIBUTE TO THIS GREAT WORK TODAY :

Please address cheques to " Uganda Mission "

NET Ministries , PO BOX 2453 Mansfield Qld 4122 Australia

FOR INFORMATION :

    http:// www.uganda.netministries.com.au

e-mail    uganda@netministries.com.au


Cross and Flame Logo

The Missionaries of God's Love

MAKING YOUNG PEOPLE DISCIPLES OF JESUS UNDER THE GRACE OF

THE BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT.......... JOIN US !

 

Jesus cried out: "I have come to cast fire to the earth,
and how I wish it were blazing already..." (Lk 12:49)

    The Missionaries of God's Love (MGL) is a group of consecrated brothers (including priests) and sisters within the      Catholic Church. We seek to bring the fire of God's love, burning in the heart of Jesus, to the men and women of today.

http://www.mglvocation.org                                                                                                 http://www.disciplesofjesus.org  

The Missionaries of God's Love would like to thank all who pray for them and those who assist financially .

However they are still struggling financially, and need support for the Seminarians , Seminary fees , and

to build a seminary house for the increasing numbers of Seminarians .  If Prayer Groups or individuals

could help Please send Cheques , Money Orders , or Postal Notes made out to Missionaries of God's love .

Visa Cards and Master Cards need noting which type of card - Visa or Master Card , then card number ,

expiry date , name on card and card holder's signature . Please send to Fr Ken Barker ,

Missionaries of Gods love , 6 Boake Place , Garran , ACT 2605 .    GOD BLESS . M Hayes .

 

 Fr.Ken Barker Has Published a new book

" YOUNG MEN RISE UP "

Fr Ken Calls on young men to be rooted in faith , to hold firm in the truth, and to keep growing in moral

character. He challenges young men both single and married to stand up and be counted. He speaks into a

culture in which many young men have been lost and confused in their identity. Fr Ken points them towards

Christ as the one who will answer their deepest questions and bring fulfilment to the profound longings of

the human heart .

This book comes highly recommended and is available from St Pauls book shop Elizabeth St Brisbane

Or from Fr Ken Barker , Missioneries of God's Love , 6 Boake Place , Garran , ACT 2605.

For $ 22.95 Plus $ 3.50 postage

 

_______________________________________________________________________________________________

 

 

Sr Patti jo Missionaries of God's love has just published a book :

SPIRIT AND FIRE : On the human journey with the Spirit of Jesus .

Sr Patti Jo is a Spiritual director and retreat giver for many years and is especially interested in helping

ordinary people to make space in everyday living to attend to God's loving presence . The book is about

the way in which the Holy Spirit  accompanied Jesus on his human journey, and what that can mean for us.

COPIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM :

MGL SISTERS , 6 DUNSTAN ST. BALWAN NTH. VICTORIA  3104 .

COST $ 15 , POSTAGE $2.50 : PLEASE POST cheques or money orders to this address

Sorry no credit card access


 

 

 

CCR Melbourne Logo: click for home page  

Archdiocese of Melbourne, Australia
… proclaiming the power of the Holy Spirit,
and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

http://www.ccr.org.au

  Click here for a description of a prayer meeting
 

Text Box:   http://www.iccrs.org

 

    International
    Catholic
    Charismatic
    Renewal
    Services

 

ICCRS

        Serving the
       Charismatic
       Renewal in
       the Catholic
       Church


 

Christian  Healing Ministries Inc.

FOUNDING DIRECTORS : Francis S. MacNutt , Ph.D  &  Judith S.MacNutt, MA.

P.O. BOX  9520        JACKSONVILLE , FLORIDA USA  32208

www.christianhealingmin.org   

Christian Healing Ministries Inc. is a non-profit interdenominational prayer and teaching ministry

seeking to advance our Lord's ministry of healing through prayer . CHM is dedicated to praying with those in

need of healing in the physical , emotional , and spiritual areas of their lives and to teaching others about this

often overlooked aspect of Christ's ministry .

A goal of CHM is to further the integration of Jesus' ministry of prayer for healing with the traditional medical

and psychological approaches to healing . CHM also conducts special seminars for physicians and other medical

professionals to enhance their understanding about the healing power of Christian prayer .

                                                     "Jesus came to heal the sick and broken hearted"  Luke 4 v 18

 "Confess your sins to each other & pray for one another that you may be healed"  James 5 v 16


THE JOURNAL OF CHRISTIAN HEALING

IS UP AND RUNNING AGAIN

THIS TIME AS AN E-JOURNAL

IT CAN BE READ AND DOWNLOADED ON THE ASSOCIATION OF CHRISTIAN

THERAPISTS WEBSITE . JUST LOG ONTO    www.actheals.org    and click onto

"JOURNAL OF CHRISTIAN HEALING" ON THE TOP LEFT SIDE OF THE HOME PAGE

=============================================================================================================================

http://www.wwccr.org


 

 

 

www.ewtn.com