Hospitality
As members of the Body of Christ, we are called to reflect his welcome, creating spaces of belonging, warmth and mercy. Hospitality is expressed not only in greeting but in genuine encounter, where each person is seen, known and valued. Through inclusive practices, compassionate outreach and a spirit of invitation, it is our role to ensure that all who seek Christ find a spiritual home in our churches.
VIDEO
Benedictine Sister Nina Lasceski talks about the importance of hospitality as we plan for the future of our Area Catholic Communities.
PODCAST
All Things New: Hospitality within our parishes
Benedictine sister Nina Lasceski returns to share thoughts the Benedictine value of hospitality. Reflection includes ways Area Catholic Communities can be especially hospitable when welcoming visitors and new members during the diocesan planning process — All Things New (Minnesota Catholic podcasts).
THE CENTRAL MINNESOTA CATHOLIC ARTICLES
Despite challenges, planning process provides opportunity for hospitality
In the coming years, remaining parishes will be tasked with additional work to help visitors “find a spiritual home.”
Stories from three parishes offer a glimpse into the possibilities of hospitality.
Lasceski: We’ve got homework to do
Studying together and listening to each other can and is making a difference. When hearing points of view that differ from your own, do your best to welcome them. This is what hospitality is all about. Slowly and carefully, transformation is underway.
Father Knoblach: When we welcome another, friend or stranger to us, we give Christ a place in our hearts
As parish configurations change with All Things New, and whenever we see new faces in our churches, we are being invited to something more than human hospitality and courtesy.
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Pundsack: All are called to holy hospitality
How do we create an encounter of hospitality and welcoming within our parishes as we enter this next season of Church?