What is the true mission of an apostle? While we often think of the "Great Commission"—making disciples, baptizing, and teaching—Father Dominic highlights a different, deeply personal side of apostleship found in the story of St. Barnabas. When Barnabas visited the early Christians in Antioch, he didn't just focus on "the numbers." Instead, he practiced three powerful actions: He **saw** their faith, he **rejoiced** in their spirit, and he **encouraged** them in their struggles.
Join us as we learn how to be truly "apostolic" by recognizing the faith in those around us and sharing the authentic joy of the Risen Lord.
**In this reflection, you will discover:**
✨ The literal meaning of being "Apostolic" (being sent).
✨ The difference between the Great Commission and the "Barnabas Method."
✨ Why the Gospel is about sharing joy, not just increasing numbers.
✨ The 3 Verbs of St. Barnabas: See, Rejoice, and Encourage.
✨ How to support fellow Christians through the troubles of this world.
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### 🕒 Video Chapters (Timeline)
**0:00** - Introduction from Rome, Italy
**0:12** - Memorial of St. Barnabas the Apostle
**0:18** - The Great Commission: 3 Traditional Roles of an Apostle
**0:40** - What it Means for the Church to be "Sent"
**1:02** - It’s Not About the Numbers: Sharing Joy
**1:25** - St. Barnabas in Antioch: A Different Perspective
**1:43** - Beyond Teaching: To See, Rejoice, and Encourage
**1:56** - Recognizing True and Authentic Faith
**2:22** - Encouraging Others Through Worldly Troubles
**2:44** - How We Can Be Apostolic Today
**3:25** - A Word of Hope
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### 🕊️ About Word of Hope
Word of Hope is a series of daily reflections from the Dominican Friars, offering spiritual insights to bring the Light of Christ into your daily life.
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