Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he offers reflections about the recent priestly convocation in the Archdiocese of Portland and the role change plays in the evangelization mission of the local Church.  Explore with the Archbishop four key questions to ponder as the Church discerns how to best lead people into a transformative, life-giving and ongoing encounter with Jesus Christ. 

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses the various ways he discerns the pastoral needs of the Archdiocese and his heart-to-heart leadership style rooted in prayer, reflective collaboration and listening.  Learn how Christ-centered leadership and the example of Pope Saint John Paul II has influenced the Archbishop and his approach to spiritual fatherhood. For more: https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/2001/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_20010106_novo-millennio-ineunte.html

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses why Catholics have a responsibility to bring our moral and social teaching and tradition to our modern culture.  In addressing what Pope Francis considers the greatest danger facing humanity today - "the total rejection of God", the Archbishop discusses how to approach faith and politics from the heart and mind of Christ and encourages the faithful to prayerfully read "Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship" written by the US Conference of Catholic Bishops.

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses the evangelization efforts of the Office for the Mission of Catholic Education. The Archbishop explains why the primary mission for Catholic schools is evangelization and the forming of our youth to become disciples of Christ. Learn how each Catholic is called to support the vital mission of Catholic Education and become active witnesses of Faith

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Join Archbishop Sample as he discusses the priestly ministerial work of the Church and how seminarians are formed to become our future spiritual leaders and fathers. Discover the key dimensions to priestly formation and take a virtual tour of the Eternal City with the Archbishop as he shares details regarding his upcoming vocation pilgrimage to Rome. Learn the best way to support our future priests through the annual Seminarian Appeal.  

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he reflects upon our relationship with God by asking key questions such as: Do we see God as a real person? How do we nurture our relationship with Christ? How comfortable with silence are we? What role do retreats and time in silence play in nurturing my relationship with God? Explore these questions and more with the Archbishop as he offers helpful insights on how to grow deeper in your prayer life and intimacy with the Lord.  

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he discusses what it means to be on mission as a missionary disciple for Christ. The Archbishop explains why it is time to get serious and intentional about the work of evangelization and shares his desire to transform the Archdiocese of Portland into an evangelizing one. 

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he reflects on the current political time in our country and suggests ways we can resist division that can corrupt the Church. Archbishop Sample discusses the great harm our current political climate has upon the Body of Christ. Explore ways to navigate this political season and discover "The Winning Strategy" when facing our enemy.

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample as he offers his reflections after attending the National Eucharistic Congress held in Indianapolis with over 60,000 pilgrims. The Archbishop reminds us that we are all pilgrims on pilgrimage. He explains that real work of evangelization is all about love. Discover some of the memorable moments from the Congress and hear how each one of us can respond to the great commission of Christ to "go and make disciples."

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Join Archbishop Alexander Sample and guest Deacon Bill McNamara of St. Clare Church in Portland as they discuss the heart of the Diaconate ministry. Discover the beauty of this call to Holy Orders as they discuss the three key areas of the Diaconate: Word, Liturgy and Charity. Archbishop Sample describes how the Deacons are called to be leaven in the world while Deacon Bill shares his personal journey to the Diaconate and how he has been called to bring the love of God to the world through his vocation. Find out about the upcoming Diaconate Inquiry Session on Saturday, August 24th for men who are interested in learning more about the Diaconate ministry.

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