261. Statistical Data and Pastoral Fruitfulness: Christocentric Foundation
Numerical data is indispensable for pastoral fruitfulness.
Numerical data is indispensable for pastoral fruitfulness.
Understanding an area goes beyond mere sociological research to help Church leaders recognise opportunities, challenges, and pastoral priorities in order to develop a clear and feasible vision aligned with the holistic salvation of souls.
Jesus took pastoral risks to ensure he saved people and taught the importance of assessing risks before starting a project.
Pastoral vision is indispensable to pastoral fruitfulness because engendering the holistic salvation of souls requires more than good intentions.
The ultimate source of energy in the ecclesial ecosystem is Christ himself, who communicates divine life through the Word and Sacraments.