Resource Review/Links
A guided listening/reflection resource focused on identity, reception, and the personal address of the Gospel. Use it to help someone hear the proclamation as meant for them—not as general Christian messaging.
BY: Kristin Bird
In this powerful audio talk, Catholic evangelist Kristin Bird proclaims the life-changing truth that we are deeply loved by a God who delights in us—simply because we are His. With honesty, humor, and practical stories, Kristin helps listeners recognize the obstacles that keep us from saying “yes” to the Father’s love and offers a new way of approaching relationship with Him. Available as an affordable MP3 download.
An audio resource oriented toward receiving the Gospel personally, not just learning concepts about it. Best for leaders who need to start with encounter and reception before “methods” and “strategy.”
BY: Kristin Bird
In this inspirational talk, Catholic speaker Kristin Bird unpacks the not-so-secret identity of every baptized Christian: we are beloved sons and daughters of God, set free by the One who is Love. Jesus not only breaks the power of sin in our lives but shares His divine life with us. With clarity and warmth, Kristin explains what it means to live in the true freedom of Jesus’ Kingdom. Available as an MP3 download.
A short video resource emphasizing the Father’s love and the personal address of the Gospel. Use it when the blockage is distrust, shame, or the sense that Christianity is mainly demand.
BY: Ascension Presents
In this short but powerful video, Fr. Angelus and Fr. Mark-Mary of the CFRs remind us of the most important truth we can ever know: God the Father loves us. Through a personal story of a young man moved to tears by hearing that simple message, they invite viewers to pause, reflect, and let God’s love sink in.
A video built around the logic of the Gospel as gift and the call to respond—receiving, not striving. Best used as a bridge into a concrete invitation (prayer, confession, conversation, next step).
BY: Blessed Is She
In this short video from Blessed Is She, viewers are invited to hear and respond to the heart of the Gospel message: Jesus is knocking on the door of your heart, offering His love and life fully and forever. The video includes a simple prayer of commitment—adapted from Catholic Christian Outreach’s Ultimate Relationship resource—that guides anyone ready to place (or re-place) Jesus at the center of their life.
BY: CARL LAFERTON AND CATALINA ECHEVERRI
This beautifully illustrated picture book takes children on a journey from Eden to God’s perfect new creation. With simple storytelling and vivid artwork, it explains that “because of our sin, we can’t go in”—but because of Jesus’ victory on the Cross, an even better garden awaits. It is a simple yet profound proclamation of God's Love and Jesus' redemption appropriate for children. Perfect as a bedtime read-aloud or a Baptism gift.
