BIBLE STUDY

Originally organized in 1982, this group is comprised of men and women from our parish and the surrounding churches who gather each week with guest priest Fr. George Balasko to study the upcoming Sunday scripture readings. Additional open discussion is held regarding Catholic tradition and doctrine, our faith roots in Jewish history, and other pertinent topics.

Meetings: Every Wednesday
Time: 10:00 AM - Noon
Location: Church Hall Conference Room

Contact: Administration Office at 330.534.1928

CHRIST RENEWS HIS PARISH

The CRHP is an effective spiritual renewal process that calls together members of the parish in order to experience personal growth, conversion, and Christian community in the environment of their own parish. It brings people together in a very casual Christian atmosphere of sharing and dialogue. The dates for men's and women's renewals are listed below:

Women's Renewal Weekend: March 14-March 15. Contact person: Joyce Burns 330.534.8798

Men's Renewal Weekend: March 20-March 21. Contact person: Joe Pantone 330.507.4569

GENERATIONS OF FAITH

Generations of Faith is an inter-generational faith formation process that gathers 2 or 3 times per year for food, fun, learning and prayer held within the context of a 'faith festival'. The festival begins with a prepared meal for all, moves into an opening activity to introduce the topic, participants then rotate to various activity sites, and come together for a closing. Home kits are provided to continue and incorporate the learning experience at home. Our parish dates for the 2 festivals this year are:

Following Jesus...Preparing for the Messiah
Dates: Sunday, November 8th and Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
Time: Sunday session from 12:45 - 3:45 PM and Tuesday session from 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Location: Church Hall


Following Jesus...New Life in Christ
Dates: Tuesday, February 9th and Sunday, February 14th, 2010
Time: Tuesday session from 5:30 - 8:30 PM and Sunday session from 12:45 - 3:45 PM
Location: Church Hall

Contact: Karen Bartos or Stephanie Zalovcik - 330.534.8304

LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY

Little Rock is a published Bible study series designed to help Christians on their faith journey inviting them to develop a closer relationship with Jesus through continual conversion. Each study series format contains a commentary, workbook, study guide, group sharing and a video. Studies may last anywhere from 4 – 6 weeks depending on the length of each Little Rock series. The next study offered will be on Hebrews (a 6 week study).

Study sessions are offered on Thursday mornings 9:30-11:30 am or Thursday evenings 7:00-9:00pm.

Contact persons: Deborah Scopacasa, Christ Boarts 330.534.9380, or Mary Ellen Salata 330.534.2219.

WHO CARES ABOUT THE SAINTS?

Why are the lives of saints so important for us today? What makes these ordinary people so extraordinary? How did God speak to these people? What gifts, writings, & prayers do the saints offer to the Church? What is the Communion of Saints? Why do we pray with the saints? How can I be a living saint?

Come and join us for an amazing study on some of our favorite saints of the Catholic Church….

Schedue: SUNDAYS Sept. 27, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 22, 29, Dec. 6, 13, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 21, 28, Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28
Location: The Administration Building (downstairs)
Time: 9:30am (donuts & coffee) 9:45 - 11:00am (class)

Contact: Jim Masluk 724.964.8094

RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (R.C.I.A.)

This process is designed for persons interested in becoming Catholic or enriching your personal knowledge and understanding of our Catholic faith. Inquirers gather with members of the parish community and their sacramental sponsor for a period of catechesis and enlightenment as they journey with the parish through Lent to the Easter Sacraments. At the Easter Vigil, the Eve of Easter, these adults are fully initiated into the Roman Catholic Church. The period of catechesis is designed to expose them to Catholic doctrine, worship and prayer, the Church and the sacraments, especially the Eucharist. RCIA classes will begin in September through April.

Meetings: Wednesdays
Time: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Administration Building

Contact: Fr. James Johnson - Administration Office at 330.534.1928