Promise and Hope Group Reading Guide

In his landmark book, Promise and Hope, Bill Huebschoutlines a pastoral theology for what Pope Francis callsthe Art of Accompanimenta call to remove our sandals before thesacred ground of the other as we welcome our brothers and sistersinto closer relationship with Christ.This engaging and practical study guide can help you make thismission a thriving reality at your parish. In six sessions designed forparish leaders, ministers, and volunteers, youll reflect together onthe guidelines and points of orientation described in Promise andHope, and youll discern what steps are needed for you to becomemore fully the welcoming community of disciples that you envision.Most important, these guided discussions and reflections canhelp you listen for the divine call embedded in the life and experiencesof your parish and bring Christs healing, hope, and self-giving loveto all those you serve.Kathy Hendricks