Sacred Studies

- What Catholics Believe
  
  "What Catholics Believe" is the weekly class on the basics of Catholic beliefs. The class will run from Sept. 3 to Feb. 11 and take place downstairs in Room 3. The class is open to everyone, even if you've been a Catholic your entire life. Light snacks and refreshments are provided every night.
  
  Topics studied include:
  
  September 10th - The Church
  September 17th - The Gospel & Salvation
  September 24th - The Sacraments & Baptism
  October 1st - Confirmation & The Eucharist
  October 8th - Reconciliation & Anointing of the Sick
  October 15th - Holy Orders & Marriage
  October 22nd - Worship & The Mass
  October 29th - Mass in Slow Motion
  November 5th - The Sacrifice of the Mass & The Four Last Things
  November 12th - Natural Law and Morality
  November 19th - The Sexual Revolution & Contraception
  November 26th - Theology of the Body & The Ecumenical Movement
  December 3rd - Vatican II & The Development of Doctrine
  January 21st - Catholic Social Teaching Part 1
  January 28th - Catholic Social Teaching Part 2
  February 4th - Catholic Social Teaching Part 3
  February 11th - Catholic Social Teaching Part 4
  
  Those going through OCIA are required to take this class as part of the process of becoming Catholic. However, any and all parishioners are welcome for one or many of the "What Catholics Believe" sessions. We hope to see you there!
- Scripture Study: the Gospel of Luke
  
  This seasonal Scripture study of the Gospel of Luke is offered during the Advent season. Anyone is welcome to attend this study. This is a great opportunity to go deeper into God's word during the Advent season. Please contact Alice Hession for more information.
  
  This study offers two sessions per day. Pick the one that works best for your schedule! No need to attend both sessions.
- Theology for Beginners
  
  Theology For Beginners is an 8-week introduction course to Catholic Theology taught by the Dominicans of St. Thomas Aquinas and other trained theologians. Copies of Frank Sheed’s classic book "Theology For Beginners" will be extremely valuable throughout this study. Only 30 spots are available, so register now!
  
  If all of the spots have been filled, but you still really want to take this class, please email James McLean.