Share Your Story: Evangelization Missions, Retreats & Workshops
Stories change hearts. Jesus knew this — it’s why He spoke in parables. From the woman at the well to the prodigal son, the Gospel is filled with encounters where lives were transformed because someone shared their story. Today, in a culture less persuaded by arguments and more moved by authenticity, your story is one of the most powerful tools you have for evangelization.
Share Your Story events help Catholics reflect on where God has been present in their lives and give them the confidence to witness to that grace in everyday conversations, parish ministry, and mission. Whether experienced as a short talk or a full retreat, participants come away with a deeper awareness of God’s movement in their own story — and practical tools for sharing it with others.
Again and again, we’ve seen parishes renewed when Catholics begin to share how God has been at work in their lives. Ordinary testimony makes the Gospel tangible in ways programs or lectures cannot.
Event Formats
Short Talk (60–90 minutes)
A focused introduction to the power of testimony. Participants are guided through reflection, receive handouts for personal prayer, and leave with suggestions for applying insights in daily life. Perfect for parent nights, parish missions, or catechist inservices.
Retreat Day (4–6 hours)
A deeper experience combining personal prayer, guided reflection, and small-group conversation. The morning focuses on discovering God’s movement in your own life story. The afternoon equips participants to shape their story and practice sharing it with clarity and confidence. Ideal for Confirmation preparation, RCIA/OCIA sponsors, or parish evangelization teams.
Who Can Benefit:
- Religious Education Parents
- Confirmation Candidates & Sponsors
- RCIA / OCIA Participants
- Adult Faith Formation Groups
- Care Ministry Teams
- Catechists & Catholic School Staff
- Parish Evangelization Teams
- And more!
Parish Mission (3 Nights)
An extended mission that invites the whole parish to encounter the Gospel through the lens of story. Each evening focuses on a different dimension of testimony: discovering God’s presence, shaping your personal story, and sharing it with confidence. Built to inspire renewal across the community, this mission combines engaging preaching with prayer, reflection, and practical application. Designed for the wider parish community and adaptable to fit local needs.
Want to help your people discover and share how God has worked in their lives?
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Why Story Matters (Video)
Hear from Executive Director Kristin Bird about why story is central to evangelization — and how it helps us live the art of accompaniment in today’s Church.
Suggested Next Steps
Want to keep practicing after the event? Explore these free tools and ongoing formation opportunities that help you continue to discover, shape, and share your story.
Want to help your people discover and share how God has worked in their lives?
Book a Story-Based Mission, Retreat, or Workshop Today →
