Episode 46

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8th Nov 2024

Understand, Live and Share your Faith (ft. Dr. Ben Akers)

In this episode of the Go and Make Podcast, Brian Miller speaks with Dr. Ben Akers from the Augustine Institute about the institute's recent move to St. Louis, the importance of personal faith journeys, and the role of family in faith formation. They discuss the significance of the Sacred Heart, the mission of the Augustine Institute, and the tools available for evangelization and formation.

Dr. Akers shares insights on current trends in the Church and the impact of alumni in the field of evangelization. In this conversation, Brian discusses the themes of joyful leadership, the importance of receiving and giving in the Christian life, and the generational shifts occurring within the church. He emphasizes the need for institutional renewal, community discernment, and the call to evangelization. Brian also highlights practical steps for parishioners to engage in evangelization and the significance of personal testimony in sharing faith.



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GO & MAKE
Preparing you for mission
The GO & MAKE Podcast, hosted by Brian Miller, Director of Evangelization for the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is your guide to living a mission-driven life. Join us as we equip you to live the great commission of Jesus Christ in our local church and beyond. Discover how to GO & MAKE disciples of all nations in this dynamic podcast series.

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Brian Miller

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Brian Miller serves as the Director of Evangelization and Discipleship for the Archdiocese of St. Louis and holds a Master’s degree in Theology from the Augustine Institute in Colorado.

Brian developed his missionary zeal while serving for four years as a FOCUS Missionary to evangelize college students on several campuses throughout the country and through a profound encounter with Christ during St. John Paul II’s visit to St. Louis in 1999. He and his wife Liz have 4 children and are active parishioners of St. Justin Martyr in Sunset Hills, MO.

Archdiocese of St. Louis

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As Catholics in the Archdiocese of St. Louis, in communion with the Bishop of Rome, we are called by our Lord, Jesus Christ, to be His Church and live His Gospel. With joy, we strive to fulfill our Baptismal calling by prayer and worship, teaching and sharing our faith, serving others, and fostering unity in diversity. Guided by the Holy Spirit, we commit ourselves to the responsible stewardship of all God's gifts.