V Encuentro Proceedings and Conclusions

CONTENTS Prayer of the V National Encuentro of Hispanic/Latino Ministry. .......................................................................................... 1 Utilizing the Proceedings and Conclusions in Dioceses, Parishes, Schools, and Communities............................................................................. 5 Process and Methodology of the V National Encuentro ........................................................................................ 11 V Encuentro as a Model and Guide for Hispanic/Latino Ministry in the United States. ........................................................... 19 V Encuentro National Event Schedule-at-a-glance..................................................... 29 Taking the First Step – Called to a Loving Encounter with Jesus. ................................................................................................. 31 Greeting from his Holiness Pope Francis................................................................ 32 Summary of Opening Remarks, Homily, and Keynotes. ......................................... 33 Echoes of the Encounters in the Peripheries.......................................................... 37 Pastoral Needs and Situations............................................................................. 38 Obstacles and Challenges................................................................................... 40 Hopes and Dreams.............................................................................................. 42 Gifts and Talents.................................................................................................. 43 Getting Involved – with Words and Actions: Do it!.................................................... 45 Summary of Homilies and Keynote......................................................................... 46 Regional Session 1.................................................................................................. 49 Hispanics/Latinos Inspiring Joyful Missionary Discipleship in the Church........... 49 Addressing Needs in the Community with the Gifts and Talents of Hispanics/Latinos............................................................................................. 51 Accompanying – Walking Together with Jesus........................................................... 55 Summary of Keynote and Plenary Reflections. ....................................................... 56 Regional Session 2.................................................................................................. 59 Prioritizing Outreach to Hispanics/Latinos in the Peripheries.............................. 59 Accompanying and Integrating Hispanics/Latinos in Community Life and Leadership........................................................................................................... 61