Walking with God is a series of next steps.
Many people want to grow closer to God, but they don't know how or what to do next. They feel alone, adrift in a world that doesn't even talk about God, with no one to guide them. But God calls everyone into deep, intimate friendship with him. It is possible. Nextstep guides believers step-by-step into the profound, authentic relationship with God they are made for.
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Seven steps to help individuals grow in the core habits of Catholic discipleship— from prayer and Scripture to the sacraments and Mass.
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Reflect on your life story and discover how God has been present in it all along. A life map exercise helps you chart the highs, lows, and significant moments of your journey.
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Encounter the kerygma—the core of the Christian message. You are loved, broken, restored, and sent. Understand how this Good News changes everything about how you live your faith.
Build a consistent daily prayer habit using the ACTS method—Adoration, Contrition, Thanksgiving, and Supplication. Learn practical tips for making prayer a non-negotiable part of your day.
Learn Lectio Divina—a centuries-old practice of praying with Scripture. The four steps of Read, Reflect, Respond, and Rest will transform how you encounter God's Word each day.
Experience the healing grace of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. From understanding sin to making a thorough examination of conscience, this step helps you approach Confession with confidence and freedom.
Deepen your participation in the source and summit of Catholic life. Discover how to prepare for Mass, understand the Eucharist more fully, and engage more actively in the liturgy each week.
Take a step of courageous faith. This step invites you to respond to God's call more fully—drawing nearer to him at the altar and saying yes to wherever he is leading you.
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Three steps designed specifically for families—helping parents pass on the faith, build a culture of prayer, and practice forgiveness in the home.
As a parent, you are your child's first and most important teacher in the faith. This step helps you form your children as Catholic disciples with practical, everyday strategies.
Build a family culture of reconciliation. Learn how to ask for forgiveness, extend it freely, and make the Sacrament of Reconciliation a regular part of your family life.
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Establish meaningful rhythms of family prayer using multiple methods— morning offerings, meal prayers, night prayer, and more. Practical strategies from parents who've been there.
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