This is one of the sweetest ideas I’ve come across in a little while. The project is called OneBillionStories.com. The concept is simple.
Seth DeMoor is riding his bike from Florida to Colorado. Only this is no ordinary bike ride. This is a pilgrimage. And this is no ordinary pilgrimage. Seth is using new media to do it in a unique way that has never been done quite like this.
Ya see, this isn’t just about his story. It’s about the One Billion Catholic stories - of the one billion Catholics - presently living, breathing and walking about this giant rock. As Seth rides along, everywhere he goes he is capturing the Catholic stories he meets along the way on video. You can be a part of this adventurous and ambitious pilgrimage because it’s all on his website. Every day you can hear more true stories told by the everyday Catholics he meets along the way.
3 things I love about this idea:
1) People love stories. Rational explanations of the faith are wonderful. But what most often moves people and brings about real conversion are stories - especially true stories. One of the greatest treasures of our Church are its billions of true stories. It’s the real, “Reality TV.”
2) It’s simple. People like simple ideas. Seth is riding his bike across the country and capturing the Catholic stories he meets along the way. There is no smoke. No mirrors. No tricks. No complex ideas. It takes minimal resources. That’s the great thing about sharing the Truth with people. It’s the best subject matter in the world. It usually doesn’t require any bells and whistles. Just the honest, genuine, good stuff.
3) It’s a great example of how to use new media technology in the new evangelization. How could you do something similar in your life? For your organization? At your parish? For our Church? Think outside of the box. The possibilities and applications are endless.
Here is one of the quick intro videos of Seth (below). I encourage you to support and join him (virtually and spiritually) on his pilgrimage. Great work, Seth!
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I think it is great that Catholics today are NOT afraid to stand up for their beliefs. Seth DeMoor go for it!!! But please make sure that these Catholics all believe that receivng the body and blood of Jesus at mass in Holy communion is truely HIS body and blood. How awesome is that!!
Ditto Virginia Muller. Jim and Lucille De Moor are Seth’s grandparents. Are we proud of Seth! Keep on trucking Seth with your mission. CU you soon in Colorado.
WOW! Great idea! God bless you and keep you safe Seth! Wish I had such courage and gumption.
I briefly was introduced to Seth when he stopped in Houst a few weeks ago. My first thought was that he’s so young and totally dependent on God’s good will in this journey. I’m praying that he has a wonderful journey and look forward to reading more about it on his website.
Catholics should be embarrased and ashamed and renounce their Catholicism immediately. If you need religion, go to another church…Methodist, for example. The Catholic church and Vatican are full of hypocritical homosexuals and child molesters.
I want to thank You, Lord, because you have choosen me to be in the Catholic Church, the one that You have founded. I ask You also for all catholics, specially for those who are not faithfull to their faith, for those who are now in sin, give them your grace. I beg You for this “elighten” people who attack your Church, the One you have founded. Forgive him, and forgett his attack. Amen.
Finally got to meet Seth in person when he visited North Texas. He is a breath of fresh air sharing Catholic stories we need to hear. Thanks for coming our way, Seth. Safe journey!
SEth, I watched you an EWTN and wanted to follow you on the internet. May God continue to bless you in your mission and guide you in your daily life. It’s so wonderful to know that there are many faithful Catholics across our country who are on fire for Christ and doing His work in the beautiful Catholic Church. As a retired woman in the south, I can say that I had a 40 year lapse in my faith, but Jesus rescued me and lit a fire in my soul that cannot be extinguished. I will continue to tune in as your life story unfolds, Seth. Joyfully yours. Sherry
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