What is I See a Movement?
It’s more than just a website, more than a podcast, and more than an apostolate. It’s a group of believers desiring to live radical holiness for Christ and to bring that love of God into the world!
Where did the name come from?
Founders Eric Gallagher, Kara Kardell, and Fred Shellabarger felt led to this name because of what it represents. This phrase “I See a Movement” and what followed, came to Fred during a time of prayer:
“I see a movement. I see a group of believers so passionate, so committed, seeking so fully Christ above all things; choosing death before sin no matter the cost, committed to radical holiness. Their very presence is a contradiction to the world. They bring the joy and the light of the Gospel to the world. And the darker the world gets, the brighter their light shines. Greater opposition only brings greater grace. Their devotion, their holiness, is so deep that it shows on their face. Others are drawn to them; drawn into the kingdom. They bring comfort to the hurting and healing to the sick of mind, body and spirit. Their very presence is filled with such grace that it feels like a safe haven for others. They live every moment of their lives mindful to offer up every suffering as a sacrifice for souls. They embrace every moment of the day as the prayer that it is. They offer up every work. They are filled with a joy that others long for, and the more the world opposes them, the more joyful, the more committed, the more aware of God’s grace they become. They live for one thing only: proclaiming his name in word, in thought, and in deed.”
This is the hope we see for the Church! This is what ISAM is striving to support!
It is not simply what we see, but it is what our Pope has expressed a desire for, as well! “I dream of a “missionary option”, that is, a missionary impulse capable of transforming everything.” (Eg, 27).
This effort began because we have worked with many people (young adults, parish leaders, college students, and more) and noticed as so many come alive with the love of God, they truly desire to live a life for God in a radical way and to serve Him however he calls!
This does not mean people don’t make mistakes, but Jesus says, “I did not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance” (Lk 5:32). Radical Holiness begins by running to God in times of trials, relying on his mercy, and also extending that love and mercy to others.
Join the movement to grow in radical holiness and mission! With God’s help, you can “transform everything!”
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