‍Burning Hearts Disciples

Discover how listening, storytelling, and simple presence can become powerful acts of evangelization. 

At Burning Hearts Disciples, we exist to walk with leaders like you—those who long to help others see that Jesus is alive and still transforming lives today..

As parish life settles into fall rhythm, we're invited to slow down and listen:  to stories, to suffering, and to the quiet promptings of the Holy Spirit.  This month's reflections and resources help you accompany others with presence, not pressure. 

A Ministry of Presence 
Mary's Ministry of Presence in Grief

‍When words fall short, presence speaks volumes

Our Lady of Sorrows shows us how to be with those who mourn – not by fixing, but by staying.

This reflection, originally featured in Those Who Mourn Magazine, offers a model for anyone walking with the gfireving and shows how empathy itself can become accompaniment. 

Evangelizing Through Story
Finding God in the Stories Around Us

Every story can become a doorway to grace. 

Ever notice how the best stories - even the ones that aren't "religious" - still point toward love, redemption, and courage?  That's not an accident.  When we learn to listen to the stories around us, we begin to recognize how God is already speaking through them.  

We don't have to invent new wasy to share faith.  We just need to recognize the ones already around us.  

Resource Spotlight 
Evangelization Tools: The Power of Story Hub

Learn how to share your story of faith and connect hearts.

From reflection prompts and faith-sharing templates to recommended books, podcasts, and videos, the Power of Story Hub helps you craft and share stories that evangelize naturally.  No script, just authenticity.  

Burning Hearts in the Field

‍‍Navigating Tech with Teens

Empowering parents to navigate smartphones, screen time, and social media with faith and confidence. All are welcome! 

📅 October 15, 2025 |  6:30-8:00PM

📍Christ the King, Combined Locks, WI

‍Thank You Intercessors

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To all who prayed for and supported our two diaconate formation retreats in September – thank you!  

Your intercession helped make the partcipants' time a grace-filled encounter with the Holy Spirit. 

Plan Ahead:  Lenten Parish Missions
Now Booking Spring 2026

We have space for one or two more Lenten Parish Missions for 2026.  Because accompaniment is central to our mission, parishes we've previously partnered with receive a discounted rate.  If you'd like to bring a mission to your parish or school, now's the perfect time to start the conversation.

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As you accompany those entrusted to your care — the questioning, the grieving, the searching — may you remember: evangelization begins not with words, but with presence. 

The Burning Hearts Disciples Team

 Were not our hearts burning within us while he spoke to us...? Luke 24:32

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