A Franciscan approach to preaching for missionary discipleship

“Jesus doesn't put burdens on us,” says Jean-Pierre Ducharme, O.F.M. “Jesus invites us into a relationship where we are graced and blessed by God.” Continuing our series on Preaching for Missionary Discipleship, host Ricardo da Silva, S.J. welcomes Jean-Pierre Ducharme, O.F.M., Minister Provincial of the Holy Spirit Province, Canada. He makes the case for homilies that center the relationship Jesus invites us into — one of freedom and joy — rather than dwelling on sin and placing undue burdens on the congregation. Timecodes: 0:00 Preaching shouldn’t burden people 4:05 A synodal style of preaching 7:31 Reading: Matthew 13: 21-43; Jesus’ parables of the kingdom of heaven 9:26 Jean-Pierre’s homily 17:32  A sermon vs. a homily 20:21 All preachers must talk about grace 22:03 Focusing on mission in our preaching 27:45 Homilies should only make one point --- Support this podcast by becoming a subscriber. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠americamagazine.org/subscribe⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices