We Speak the Word of the Lord: A Practical Plan for More Effective Preaching

"We Speak the Word of the Lord: A Practical Plan for More Effective Preaching" will help all priests, deacons, chaplains and other ministers called to proclaim God's word. Working individually, with an informal study group, or in a structured continuing education program, preachers can use this book to review and improve upon all aspects of preaching. Chapters include: * What is a Homily? * Making a Homily Outstanding * Creating a Homily and Telling a Story * Preaching the Scriptures * The Preacher's Own Faith * Listening to the Listeners * Preaching the Prophetic Word * Weekday, Funeral and Wedding Homilies Also an excellent resource for the training of seminarians and deacons.