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Tools for the Newly Converted

Published: May 1, 2019, 4 p.m.

We have a great show today. Not that we don\u2019t usually, but today is especially good. We start with a question from a parish leader about intercessory prayer groups (Dave\u2019s group is #goals). Then we cover what individuals and parishes can do for the newly converted and what tools we have for someone after their initial \u201cyes\u201d to Jesus.

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We want to hear from you! Email us at eksb@ascensionpress.com with your story, question, or comment\u2014or if you\u2019ve got a new nickname for Dave.

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Snippet from the Show
\n\u201cWalking alone is the greatest way for the devil to destroy your newfound faith.\u201d

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SHOWNOTES
\nQuestions from our listeners:
\nHow do you start an intercessory prayer group? What resources are there?

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  1. Start by finding the people who are already praying.
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  2. Give each intercessor a job description (example: one Memorare a week, holy hour a month).
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  3. Add fasting and prayer days with sign-ups (daily, weekly, monthly).
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  4. Plan a monthly holy hour where we pray for the parish.
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  5. Boost prayer life through monthly conferences.
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What Happens After They Say \u201cYes\u201d to Jesus?

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  1. Teach them to communicate with God.
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  2. Devotional Prayers
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  3. Mental Prayer
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  4. Meditative Prayer
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  5. Create a community outreach to interact with new parishioners.
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  6. Introduce them to reading Scripture.
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  7. Moral and intellectual formation - there is a huge difference between knowing your faith and living it.
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For our 5 Practical Tips, as well as a list of resources from this episode, check out the shownotes at ascensionpress.com/everykneeshallbow

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