Lenten Faith Sharing Group Session Guidelines
Cherished Belonging: The Healing Power of Live in Divided Times, Fr. Gregory Boyle, S.J. Session 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Chapter 7 Chapter 8 Chapter 9
Faith Sharing Group Facilitators Portal
We have worked to make this process both easy to access and simple to follow. Our hope is that each faith-sharing group will begin their first session by exploring the introduction to Cherished Belonging. From there, your group can decide on a reading schedule that works best for you—whether that’s covering one chapter per week, three chapters per week, taking a broader look at the book as a whole, or another approach that suits your group’s preferences. To support your …
Adult Confirmation Make-up Page
Confirmation Session 1, Introduction and Prayer February 6, 2025 Confirmation Session 2, Discipleship February 13, 2025 Confirmation Session 3, Who is God February 27, 2025 Confirmation Session 4, Church March 6, 2025 Confirmation Session 5, Baptism and Confirmation March 13, 2025 Confirmation Session 6, Morality March 20, 2025 Confirmation Session 7, Sacraments of Healing March 27, 2025 Confirmation Session 8, Eucharist April 3, 2025 Confirmation Session 9, Sacraments of Vocation April 10, 2025 Confirmation Session 10 Retreat on the Seven …
Reflection Question of the Week
Each Week Holy Family will provide questions for Questions for your Household to ponder to discuss and for prayer. There are many good reasons to read the Bible! The Bible is the living Word of God. The Bible was important when it was written, and its message rolls down the ages making it as relevant today! The Bible is one tool to facilitate an encounter with God. Sunday are beacons to learn more. The Mass is full of Bible passages …
Adult Confirmation
Mission StatementHoly Family Adult Confirmation Sacramental Preparation provides a lively and welcoming process for adults to complete the Sacraments of Initiation. About Adult Confirmation The Adult Confirmation process is a fun interactive opportunity for Catholics who have not had the opportunity to receive the sacrament of Confirmation to complete their full initiation into the Catholic Church. This ten-week process emphasizes the basics of Catholic teaching respecting the adult audience’s many concerns, questions and responsibilities. Some of the topics include the …
Lenten Readings & Reflection Questions
In the Liturgy of the Word, the Church feeds the people of God from the table of his Word (cf. Sacrosanctum Concilium, no. 51). The Scriptures are the word of God, written under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. In the Scriptures, God speaks to us, leading us along the path to salvation. The First Sunday in Lent We embarked on our Lenten journey on Ash Wednesday, and now, the first Sunday of Lent propels us into Jesus’s own sojourn …
Beautiful Eucharist
A book for faith sharing by name authors Week One: Introduction-Astonishing Week Two: Mass was Boring…Until this Happened Jackie Francois Angel recounts a pivotal moment when she resolved to fully commit to her Catholic faith, no longer content with being only partially engaged. Have you ever experienced such a transformative moment? If not, how might you pursue a deeper encounter with Jesus? Jackie Francois Angel offers her insights on the Eucharist, drawing support from the teachings of the Catechism. In …
Holy Moments: A Handbook for the Rest of Your Life
Week One Prologue The book’s prologue recounts a timeless tale of the Hermit’s contribution to the monastery community, emphasizing his wisdom and insight. On page 8, the Hermit metaphorically compares the Abbot to a lake with the capacity to reflect the divine presence of God. Reflect on moments when you’ve mirrored the attributes of God to others. Upon discovering the presence of the messiah among them, the Monks transformed their interactions, displaying mutual respect and self-care. Embrace the belief that …