What is evangelization?
Evangelization takes place in obedience to the missionary mandate of Jesus: “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” (Mt 28:19-20), Evangelii Gaudium #19
Pope Francis states, “The Church which ‘goes forth’ is a community of missionary disciples who take the first step, who are involved and supportive, who bear fruit and rejoice.” Evangelii Gaudium #24
Evangelization means bringing the Good News of Jesus into every human situation and seeking to convert individuals and society by the divine power of the Gospel itself. Go and Make Disciples: A National Plan and Strategy for Catholic Evangelization in the United States, USCCB, 1992.

THE MISSION IS ME:
 
The Parish Evangelization Ministry sponsored “The Mission is Me” evangelization session with Father Caron, Archdiocese of New Orleans, Office of Evangelization, in April 2018.
 
ALPHA PROGRAM:
 
Millions of people across the world have tried the ALPHA program which started over 30 years ago. St. Mary Magdalen parish hosted an ALPHA pilot program in the fall of 2018. With incredible success from the pilot program, the parish ALPHA program began again in January, 2019. The ALPHA program will have its celebration party on April 11, 2019. If you are interested in attending the next ALPHA program, please call the Parish Religious Education Office at (504) 733-8980.