Neocatechumenal Way takes evangelization outdoors

Confession, Scripture reading, testimonies, and singing draw spectators

Members of the Neocatechumenal Way sing and dance in Robson Square May 5 as part of a five-week outdoor mission. Agnieszka Krawczynski / The B.C. Catholic.

Singing voices echoed off tall buildings in downtown Vancouver as members of the Neocatechumenal Way hosted their first mission in Robson Square. Every Sunday this Easter season, many members of The Way gathered in the square to evangelize in the open air. The mission involved singing, dancing, testimonies, Scripture readings, reflection, and the sacrament of confession. For full story see The B.C. Catholic website.


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