Adult Faith Formation

 

On these USCCB Web pages http://www.usccb.org/lent, you will find a variety of suggestions and resources to facilitate your Lenten practice and your journey with Christ.

	What We Believe (http://www.usccb.org/lent/believe.shtml) In this section, we invite you to discover the beauty of the Catholic faith that is articulated in our Catechism and the writings of our Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI.
	What We Celebrate (http://www.usccb.org/lent/celebrate.shtml) Catholics celebrate the Christian mystery through our liturgy and the seven sacraments of the Church. Learn more about the sacraments, especially the sacraments of Baptism and Reconciliation (Confession) during Lent.
	How We Live (http://www.usccb.org/lent/live.shtml) Christian living means following the teaching and example of Christ, the Ten Commandments, the precepts of the Catholic Church and its principles of moral life. In this section, learn more about Christian morality and the special emphasis on fasting and charity during Lent.
	How We Pray (http://www.usccb.org/lent/pray.shtml) Through prayer, we raise our hearts and minds to God in thanksgiving and praise.  Learn about the types of Christian prayer and the special prayers and devotions of Lent.

Helpful Website

Are you looking for a fresh, interesting, and delightful adult website to polish your halo?  Check out this website called Busted Halo.  It is especially appealing to the young and young-at-heart in the parish!

 

Readings of the Day

>Click here for the daily Mass readings from the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops.

 

Try a 3-minute Retreat from Loyola Press

 

 

 

Lifelong Formation Series

For all adult learners and seekers, especially catechists, presented by Kathleen Groh and the Formation Staff.

 

“The Trinity - A Community of Love”, presented on Saturday, Mar. 20, 2010, 9:30 - 11:30 am  or Thursday, Mar. 25, 2010, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

 

 

Stephen’s Readers Book Club

 

The Stephen’s Readers are committed to reading!

 

The Stephen’s Readers have chosen the book Gift of the Red Bird by Paula D’Arcy for discussion at their meeting on March 15 at 6:45 p.m. in FCC 10.

When Paula D’Arcy lost her husband and baby in a car crash, she began an inner search for a faith that was stronger than fear. In Gift of the Red Bird, she tells her story of spiritual exhaustion, her journey alone into the wilderness for three days, and the renewal she was blessed to experience.
Joyce Rupp, noted author and poet writes: “To say that Gift of the Red Bird moved me deeply seems inadequate. I wept for its beauty, pain, and joy. It is a powerful testimony to how the Divine woos the soul into a sacred embrace. Paula D’Arcy’s vulnerability and courage in narrating her true story of these Divine encounters are remarkable.”

 

All who have read the selection are welcome to join us!

For more information, contact Kathleen Groh at 763-712-7439. 

 

Fr. Mike's Bible Study

You are invited to join other adults as Fr. Mike Van Sloun presents his engaging and informative scripture study.  The sessions are presented 7:00 p.m. Thursdays (FCC Room 10) and 8:30 a.m. Fridays (FCC Room 10) from September through December and February through June.  Fr. Mike's bible study notes are distributed to all participants.  There is no fee. The scripture readings discussed are from the lectionary for the upcoming Sunday.  No registration is required; come when you can!>Read More

 

 

Theology on Tap

Join young adults ages 18-40+ from surrounding Catholic parishes for good food and conversation. We’ll talk about modern issues. The group will gather the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at Champlin Grill just off of Hwy. 169 and 117th Avenue in Champlin.

Please contact us at totnw07@yahoo.com if you plan to come so we can provide adequate seating.