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How to Make Homilies Better, Briefer, and Bolder. By Alfred McBride, O. Praem. Paperback, 160 pp. Sincere, encouraging, and downright practical, Fr. McBride's book makes it easy to connect with your parishioners every Sunday and help them apply their faith to real life. Blending simple-to-follow instructions, proven strategies, and the occasional rule, this guidebook encapsulates 50 years of sermon mastery from one of the most notable preachers of our time. Develop skills to: Create compelling twelve-minute Sunday homilies Deliver memorable speeches that resonate in parishioners' hearts & minds Transform lifeless homilies into irresistible calls to action Comprehensive yet compact this book includes practical steps for overcoming public-speaking fears and time-saving tips for finding relevant stories that warrant sharing. Includes special tips for weddings, funerals, and Masses for children. Great homilies are a key to thriving parishes. Whether you're a veteran pastor, new priest, or permanent deacon, this invaluable resource will make the most of your weekly preparation.
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