DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT BECOMING A CATHOLIC OR COMPLETING SACRAMENTS? Saint Thomas of Villanova Parish offers year round opportunities for people seeking more information about the Catholic Faith, the Sacraments and living the Christian Life. These opportunities are for adults who would like to inquire about following Jesus and becoming a member of the Catholic Church, or, if you are already a baptized Christian, would like to become a Catholic, or, if you are already a baptized Catholic, would like to receive Confirmation and Holy Communion. There are many people like yourself inquiring and we are ready to answer your questions. Please contact us at RCIA@stvparish.org for more information.
Adult Faith Formation Resources Breaking Open the Gospels Series - This series presents contemporary scholarship with a readable pastoral style. Through a prayerful reflection on the stories of the Gospels, the authors discover the message, helping readers recognize their own story and how God works in their lives. St. Anthony Messenger Press / 1-800-488-0488 / www.AmericanCatholic.org
Catholic Update is a practical, affordable four-page handout for faith formation and spiritual nurturing. Available by subscription, each monthly issue is designed for easy bulk distribution. St. Anthony Messenger Press / 1-800-488-0488 / www.AmericanCatholic.org
DeSales Catholic Video Library
Basic Biblical and doctrinal themes are developed to encourage participants to expand their understanding of the Catholic Faith. Each 60-minute video contains an introduction, two 25 minute teaching segments and a conclusion. Includes 64 one hour videos available in eight basic series. St. Anthony Messenger Press /1-800-488-0488 /www.AmericanCatholic.org
Every Day Catholic - Every Day Catholic is a monthly resource to help your people be Catholic every day. Available by subscription, it is designed to be inserted in the parish bulletin and to help nourish and renew the spiritual lives of third millennium Catholics. www.AmericanCatholic.org
Focus Bible Study Series: In-depth scripture study for adults
Each book of this series contains study questions, journal meditations and group activitiesthat encourage spiritual growth and deeper understanding of God's word. They currently have books on Matthew, Luke, and John. www.morehousegroup.com
Focus on Theology
The focus of this program is to give participants the opportunity to enrich their intellectual and spiritual life and to reflect on and articulate foundational issues. The essential components of the program are a resource book and videotapes that are integrally related and together lead toparticipant discussion and writing that is at the heart of the program.www.litpress.org
Scripture from Scratch
Scripture from Scratch: A Popular Guide to Understanding the Bible is a monthly, four-page bulletin-sized publication for adults who want to know more about the Bible. Each monthly issue contains one major article on the Bible along with discussion questions, prayers, suggested reading resources, and ideas for applying the word of God to everyday life. Available by subscription. www.AmericanCatholic.org
Scripture from Scratch: A Basic Bible Study Program
This program combines video and print material to present contemporary Catholic biblical scholarship in a clear and easy-to-follow manner. Includes eight two-hour videocassettes, a participant book, and a facilitator's manual. www.AmericanCatholic.org
Scripture from Scratch II: The World of the Bible
This program covers the world of the Bible, its geography, history and archaeology; the religious concepts of the Hebrew people; the religious life and political climate of Jesus' day; the human identity of Jesus. Includes eight programs on videocassette, with accompanying study guide. www.AmericanCatholic.org
Center for Learning Religion Series
This faith formation series was created for adults who want to understand and live their relationship with God in more meaningful and committed ways. Each book includes six sessions lasting for 1½ to 2 hours. Sessions include input, conversation, silent reflection and or journaling, and a commitment to individual or communal action and prayer.
Catholic Teaching Series
Light of Faith Series
Spirituality for Adult Christians
Scripture Study
His Way Spiritual Center
Fr. David Knight offers several books that become the focus for reflection and discussion about spiritual growth, discipleship, and the Christian way. www.hisway.com
