2017 USCCB Convocation Participants Guidebook and Journal | Page 64

Beyond the Convocation
discern their vocational call . This is especially important as the Holy Father calls the entire Church to reflect on this accompaniment model in preparation for the XV Synod of Bishops on “ Young People , the Faith , and Vocational Discernment .”
• Seek to support other participants after the Convocation for Catholic Leaders is over . Reflect on the following scripture passages and pray for the participants you have kept in touch with from your delegation or from other delegations :
o “ We must consider how to rouse one another to love and good works .” ( Heb 10:24 )
o “ Therefore encourage one another and build one another up , as indeed you do .” ( 1 Thes 5:11 )
o “ Above all , let your love for one another be intense , because love covers a multitude of sins . Be hospitable to one another without complaining . As each one has received a gift , use it to serve one another as good stewards of God ’ s varied grace .” ( 1 Pt 4:8-10 )
• How can you “ rouse one another ,” “ encourage one another ,” “ build one another up ,” and above all , love and serve other Convocation participants in the weeks , months , and years to come ?
o Pray for your fellow delegates on a regular basis , and pray for all those who experienced the Convocation in-person in Orlando or who followed along at home . Mutual prayer will be a source of strength for the journey .
o Offer support and advice , encourage , and accompany other Catholic leaders by meeting up socially ( especially with those in your community ) at
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