Apostleship
The charism of apostleship (or apostle) is a special grace that allows one to be used in a way that shares God’s love and builds up a community of believers. An individual bearing the gift of apostleship, has the ability to perceive and accept God’s call to lead and inspire others to growing spiritually. Christians blessed with this charism are instrumental in acknowledging God’s grace and authority in their daily life and the life of the Church. Individuals possessing apostleship are adept at leading other’s wisely and compassionately. They are great at encouraging relationships with others. They also perform well at training others in spiritual matters and helping them grow closer in personal relationship with the Lord. Apostleship includes a combination of wisdom, discernment, leadership and teaching.
The charism of apostleship is often looked at as a gift only reserved for pastors, priests and those charged with shepherding the faithful. However, many lay members possess the gift of apostleship. This gift gives a believer the confidence, ability and compassion to lead and direct individuals/small groups to a deeper relationship with Christ.
The key element of this gift is relationship building. Individuals with this charism prefer to care for people in a smaller group or one on one. Those with this charism are effective leaders for bible/book studies as well as prayer groups.
The charism of apostleship is often looked at as a gift only reserved for pastors, priests and those charged with shepherding the faithful. However, many lay members possess the gift of apostleship. This gift gives a believer the confidence, ability and compassion to lead and direct individuals/small groups to a deeper relationship with Christ.
The key element of this gift is relationship building. Individuals with this charism prefer to care for people in a smaller group or one on one. Those with this charism are effective leaders for bible/book studies as well as prayer groups.