Faith Sharing/Bible Study

Our Small Christian Community process, faith sharing groups,  begin on different dates throughout the year (usually in the fall and spring). They will focus on a variety of topics of faith and scripture for participants to discuss within their particular group. New participants are always welcome to be part of one of the existing small groups.

Anyone desiring to start and lead a faith sharing group in addition to what already exists is more than welcome to do so. 

Fall 2018 Groups

Bishop Baron’s video series DAVID THE KING explores the theme of kingship—beginning with Adam’s governing of the Garden and failing in his attempt; to David, the king, restoring order to Israel, but was unable to accomplish; to God sending His Son to fulfill the perfect and eternal kingdom. Allow the Bible to open up to you by viewing it through the eyes of King David.  Seven (7) sessions.
Leader:  Barb Jones
Time: SUNDAYS beginning October 7th from 9:45am—10:45am 
Location: SMA teacher lounge during G.I.F.T
 

Do you recall the story in Scripture in which Philip encountered the eunuch who was reading from Isaiah, and asked him, “Do you understand what you are reading?” (Acts 8:30); a question we can ask ourselves in preparing for each Sunday’s Old and New Testament readings. We have the opportunity to receive help in understanding God’s Word by drawing on the wisdom of others, along with the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. Please join us as we explore AT HOME WITH THE WORD! Six (6) sessions

Leader: Phil and Jenny State
Time: MONDAYS beginning October 15 from 7:00pm—8:30pm
Location: in the home of Phil and Jenny State
 

The Mass will help you understand how to fully, consciously, and actively participate in the source and summit of the Christian life.  See how the Mass brings us out of the fallen world and into the heavenly realm, how it resonates with a call from God and a response from his people, the Church, and most importantly, how we are intimately joined with the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Jesus through the Holy Eucharist. 

Leader: Richard Vuturo
Time:  TUESDAYS beginning October 2 from 9:30am—10:45am
Location: in the Parish Center, John Paul Room  
OR
Leader: Bob McMillen
Time:  TUESDAYS beginning October 2 from 6:30pm—8:00pm
Location: in the home of Bob McMillen 
 

Christ is alive and fully present in the Eucharist.  Join us as we delve into the “source and summit” of our Faith with Fr. Robert Barron’s DVD-based program: Eucharist:  Sacred Meal, Sacrifice, and Real Presence. This spiritual study will give you a deeper understanding of the precious gift of Christ’s body, blood, soul,
and divinity that you can receive at each and every Mass.   

Six (6) sessions.



Leader: Jackie Hellmann.
Time:  WEDNESDAYS  beginning October 3 from 9:15am—11:00am
Location: in the Parish Center, St. Cecelia Room
OR
Leader: Bob Sugrue
Time:  WEDNESDAYS  beginning October 3 from 6:30pm-8:00pm
Location: in the Parish Center, St. Cecelia Room
 

Ephesians has been called the crown jewel of Paul’s Epistles. It is a letter for our time, a “lighthouse”, guiding our family - the Church - to safety, peace, and security. Ephesians: Discover Your Inheritance (lecture DVD by Jeff Cavins) will not only enrich your faith but help you to carry it out. 
Eight (8) sessions.

Leader: Malinda Paynter
Time:  THURSDAYS  beginning October 4 from 9:30am—11:30am
Location: in the Parish Center, John Paul Room