As the Father has sent me,
so I send you

A Pastoral Letter

+Patrick M. Neary, C.S.C.
Bishop of Saint Cloud

In light of the National Eucharistic Revival, an initiative of the U.S. bishops aiming to inspire, educate and unite the faithful in a more intimate relationship with Jesus in the Eucharist, St. Cloud Bishop Patrick Neary, C.S.C., was moved by the Holy Spirit to write his very first pastoral letter, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.”

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about the letter

The letter, which has an introduction and four sections, takes a synodal approach, emphasizing the theme of listening. Individuals are invited to delve into the letter on their own or in small faith-sharing groups. Instructions for optional ways to use the guide are included inside.

With each section beginning with Scripture and a personal story from Bishop Neary, readers have the opportunity to learn, reflect on questions, pray, respond and develop their own eucharistic love story with Jesus.