Adult Faith Study Opportunities
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Our adult faith sharing ministry engages the particular needs and interests of the adults of our parish community. Over time, we offer small discussion groups and Catholic study programs that combine actual life experience, diverse adult learning opportunities, the study of Scripture, and the teaching of the Church's tradition to create a vibrant learning environment. Our goal is to help the faithful of our spiritual community to grow in both human and Christian maturity and to develop a deep, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.In response to God's call to holiness, our faith and life as adult disciples are grounded in developing a personal relationship with Jesus, "the Holy One of God" (Jn 6:69, Mk 1:24). Accordingly, "'at the heart of catechesis we find, in essence, a Person, the Person of Jesus of Nazareth. . . .' Catechesis aims at putting 'people . . . in communion . . . with Jesus Christ.'"
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Upcoming Events
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Wednesday, December 11, 9:30 AM
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National Eucharistic Revival
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Three major goals guide and direct our efforts in adult faith formation:
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1. Invite and Enable Ongoing Conversion to Jesus in Holiness of Life.
As its first goal, faith formation helps adults "to acquire an attitude of conversion to the Lord." This attitude fosters a baptismal spirituality for adults. It leads us to recognize and repent of sin in our hearts and lives, to seek reconciliation through the sacraments, and to embrace the invitation and challenge of an ever deepening faith in Jesus. It means putting on the mind of Christ, trusting in the Father's love, obeying God's will, seeking holiness of life, and growing in love for others. Deepening personal prayer is a significant means toward growth in holiness in daily life.2. Promote and Support Active Membership in the Christian Community.
As adult believers, we learn and live our faith as active members of the Church. Accordingly, faith formation helps adults make "a conscious and firm decision to live the gift and choice of faith through membership in the Christian community," accepting "co-responsibility for the community's mission and internal life." Adults not only receive the ministries of the Christian community, they also contribute to its life and mission through the generous stewardship of their gifts.3. Call and Prepare Adults to Act as Disciples in Mission to the World.
We desire to share the message of Christ to renew and transform individuals and society. This dual calling to evangelization and justice is integral to the identity of the lay faithful — all are called to it by their baptism. Therefore, our adult faith sharing opportunities seek to help each adult parishioner to follow Christ and become a Christian disciple in the world, so that, in the power of the Spirit, they will help to renew the face of the earth.
—adapted from "Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us: A Pastoral Plan for Adult Faith Formation in the United States"
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Faith Resource Center
The STM Faith Resource Center, located under the church, has a wide selection of DVDs, CDs, and books to help you grow in your faith! Available to borrow by appointment - contact Charisse Rubio.
All materials can be borrowed free of charge! You can learn more about Catholicism and the saints, find parenting help, advice that can be applied to everyday life, and more! Use these study materials for personal, family or study group settings. Our collection includes well-known authors such as Matthew Kelly and Scott Hahn. The checkout system is easy. On the chart available in the Center, include the title of the resource you are checking out, your name and contact info.
What a great way to deepen your Catholic faith!
Click here for a complete list of materials in the Faith Resource Center
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Discerning Hearts ON-DEMAND Podcast Categories (no charge)
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Catholic Video Series
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