The best catechists all have one thing in an ever-deepening loving relationship with Jesus, solidly rooted in the faith and prayers of our church. Catechists who are on fire with God s love can t help but pass their enthusiasm and love on to those they teach. William Miller is just such a catechist. From the first pages here, you ll feel inspired by his enthusiasm for our catechetical ministry. Through powerful stories and down-to-earth suggestions, he ll help you connect your own sacred stories to the great stories and meanings of our faith. He ll lead you through many of the wonderful ways our faith can help us build a strong and loving relationship with the Lord, no matter what life throws at us. Whether you re a new catechist or have been teaching for years, this guide to a passionate and joyful faith can help you re-engage and re-energize, making a difference in your life, and in the lives of all you teach.
Father William "Bill" Miller is the author of "The Gospel According to Sam: Animal Stories for the Soul (www.facebook.com/The.Gospel.According...) and the upcoming releases: "The Beer Drinker's Guide to God: Spirituality for Real People", "Awakening the Sleeping Giant: Discovering Your Life's Passion and Potential" and "NET: How Real Churches Really Grow". A uniquely engaging storyteller, this Texawaiian lives most of the time on the island of Kauai with his new poi dog Nawiliwili Nelson, where he is a parish priest. "Father Bill" is a part-time resident of the funky West Texas arts town of Marfa, where his already legendary live music venue Padre's has opened to rave reviews. He knows that he is blessed. And he is grateful. To God. And to Dog. "