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Lessons I Haven’t Yet Learned from Covid
The following post has been condensed from Fr. Simon Lobo's talk at Renewal Ministries' 2022 Lift Jesus Higher Rally. It originally appeared in the May 2022 Renewal Ministries' newsletter. The talk also can be viewed here. (Fr. Simon begins speaking at 47:05.) Covid...
Charismatic Movement and Catholic Tradition: A Response
Recently, a prominent and well-respected Catholic leader shared on Facebook a link to a blog dedicated “to honestly, fraternally, and charitably examine the relationship between The Charismatic Movement and Catholic Tradition for the sake of truth and the good of the...
It’s Time to Gather as a Spiritual Family
You are invited to join us at the annual Gathering sponsored by Renewal Ministries. It will be held in person in Ann Arbor, MI, with in-person, keynote talks given by Dr. Jonathan Reyes, Dr. Ralph Martin, and Peter Herbeck. Dr. Mary Healy and Lavinia Espirito will also be gathering with us as we encourage one another and worship the Lord as a spiritual family.
Spotlight on new Board member, Danielle Brown, Esq.
All I want to do is serve Him wherever I am. I am excited to bring to bear my gifts of encouragement, leadership, problem-solving, and uniting people and ministries to Renewal.
Ghana, Africa, Mission Report
Evangelization is not an optional add-on. It is at the very heart of what it means to be Catholic followers of the Lord.
Making the Most of Times
The choice we face is what will we do with the time we have been given?
2022 Lift Jesus Higher Rally now on YouTube
Compete coverage of the 2022 Lift Jesus Higher Rally is now available on Renewal Ministries’ YouTube channel.
Eleven Years of Faithful Service
After eleven impactful years of working at Renewal Ministries, Kathleen Kittle stepped down from the position of Missions and Conferences Coordinator at the end of 2021.
Healing and Leadership Podcast with Peter Herbeck
Join the conversation [on the “Restore the Glory” podcast] as Peter shares how his understanding of ‘healing the whole person’ shifted in his fifties and how this has impacted his leadership forever.
A Letter from Ralph
It is good for us to remember that it is Satan who inspired mankind’s original turning from God and continues to inspire the human race’s rebellion against God. At the same time, remember, friends, that it is the love of Christ that will help us overcome Satan’s deceptions if we simply stay connected to Christ!
Grateful for My Time with the Renewal Ministries’ Family
I am most grateful for the profound Christian character that I have witnessed in all who work for and support Renewal Ministries: humility, fervent love of the Lord, eager desire to make Him known, and commitment to listen to the Lord and move according to his direction.
Spotlight on Renewal Ministries’ new Board Member, Sr. Mary Gabriel, SV
“Every time I said ‘yes’ to just a little bit more trust, the Lord really visited me with greater peace and greater love, really with more joy which was fuel for the next step.”
Peter Herbeck interviewed on The Catholic Charismatic Renewal
Peter Herbeck is interviewed by RED-C Round-up host Gene Wilhelm about the history and future of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Listen in on this uplifting conversation about the gifts and charisms of the Holy Spirit.
Cameroon Mission Report
We truly praise God for a highly successful mission and for the opportunities to proclaim the Gospel and promote renewal in Cameroon.
Re-gathering, Rejoicing, and Renewing the Mission – 2021 Country Coordinators Meeting
Renewal Ministries’ Country Coordinators were renewed by time spent time together in worship and fellowship at a hybrid (in-person and virtual) meeting in Ann Arbor, MI.
An End-of-the-year Letter from Ralph
Dear Friends, Your support of Renewal Ministries makes us friends in a real sense of the word. We are united in a common mission to bring souls to Christ; brothers and sisters joined in a call from God that is bearing amazing fruit. The big story of the last year is...
New on Respect Life Radio: Ralph Martin: Misunderstanding the mission of the Catholic Church
Ralph Martin and Deacon Geoff Bennett talk about the importance of returning to the original mission of the Catholic Church as the culture, and sometimes even the Christians themselves, shift away from emphasizing Gospel truth and authentic teachings of Jesus on the realities of heaven and hell.
‘You Will Receive Power’
This article is condensed from Dr. Mary Healy's talk at Renewal Ministries' online Pentecost Mission, which you can view on our YouTube channel. A Shattering Event Jesus began his public ministry with this simple message: “The kingdom of God is at hand. Repent and...
Baptism in the Spirit
The following article is condensed from a talk Ralph gave during the Renewal Ministries’ Pentecost Mission, available on our YouTube Channel. Every pope since St. John XXIII has fervently called for a new Pentecost. In 1962, he asked the entire Church to pray that the...
Spreading the Gospel in Romania: Bearing Fruit During the Pandemic
By Tibi Majoros Finding New Ways to Serve Our work in Romania was bearing much fruit when the pandemic hit. We originally thought things would settle down quickly, and so I made calls and sent text messages so we could worship at the same time in our homes, even...
Recent Posts
Lessons I Haven’t Yet Learned from CovidMay 17, 2022
Charismatic Movement and Catholic Tradition: A ResponseMay 14, 2022
It’s Time to Gather as a Spiritual FamilyApril 6, 2022
Spotlight on new Board member, Danielle Brown, Esq.March 22, 2022
Ghana, Africa, Mission ReportMarch 14, 2022
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