People of Praise is an ecumenical lay group, although most of its members identify as Catholic. ADPeople of Praise, which has about 1,700 members worldwide, is what’s called a “covenant community” and is not part of the Catholic Church. Connolly wrote in an email that he personally has always been encouraged by group leaders to participate in the sacraments — core rites of Catholicism that include confession. ADGeorge helped a special group for men from the People of Praise who wanted to pursue becoming Catholic priests, Connolly said. Charismatic faith is more spirited, expressive and seeks concrete signs of the Holy Spirit, such as faith healing and speaking in tongues.

Source: Washington Post October 16, 2020 18:33 UTC