SAINT THOMAS OF VILLANOVA PARISH, AN AUGUSTINIAN ROMAN CATHOLIC COMMUNITY
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​​Walking with Purpose
So much more than a Bible Study!

YOU bELONG HERE


"We believe relationships matter, truth matters, and you matter."

These wise words from founder Lisa Brenninkmeyer summarize the feeling you'll get when you attend Walking with Purpose. Over 40 women, from all walks of life attend each week. We're quiet and bubbly; stay-at-home moms and working professionals. We're transplants and natives; single, married, divorced, and widowed. We're first-time Bible studies and lifelong learners. Each with our own story; united by our desire to spend eternity with God.

Come as you are -- we're saving your seat!
Register:  https://forms.gle/gbAsmuFmd3Q1vimN8
  • Daytime and Evening times
  • In-Person, Zoom, Online Self-Study Options
  • Babysitting available at AM group

2025-26 Bible Studies


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Keeping In Balance
Come along on a journey throughout Scripture as we discover the relevance of Old and New Testament wisdom to our daily challenges. In this study, we’ll explore biblical ideas for managing life’s pace and pressure while living with calm and steadiness. Your lifestyle of health and holiness awaits.
Try Keeping in Balance if you…
· Are tired of projecting an image of “perfect”
· Have trouble making God your highest priority
· Can’t find enough time to give to loved ones
· Have unrealistic expectations of yourself and others
· Need help setting healthy boundaries

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Discovering our Dignity
Through their stories recorded in Scripture, women of the Bible reach out to touch our “present” in a tender, honest and loving way—woman to woman—with ancient wisdom, sage advice, and insights from sorrowful failures and emotional wounds.
Learn how God worked in the lives of biblical women:
· Sisters Leah and Rachel overcame jealousy when they learned that God offered all that they really needed
· Abigail’s faith was so strong she didn’t despair, no matter how unpleasant life was with her husband
· Deborah had been given grace by God to act as His prophet, for the good of her people
· Mary the Blessed Mother’s “yes” to God—her fiat—changed everything. How else did her words and deeds influence Jesus, and vice versa?



REGISTER FOR WWP  https://forms.gle/gbAsmuFmd3Q1vimN8
WWP is a fresh, relevant Bible study that aims not only to teach but also to open the heart where real change happens. With an open heart, we can receive God’s graces that He wants to bestow on us. When hearts change, so do behaviors and attitudes toward everyone and everything that is part of our life.
What to Expect
Experience a room filled with welcoming smiles. We begin with coffee and fellowship, then break into small groups for discussion. A real sense of community forms as woman are able to talk about their faith (or challenges with it) and the insights learned from the lessons. We end by making a resolution and praying for each other. Try a session any time throughout the year. Let us know and we’ll have a chair ready for you! TRY A SESSION – link to [email protected]
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We will be offering the Opening Your Heart study for women new to WWP ($40). For those returning to WWP we will be studying Rooted & Radiant (10 weeks) & Reclaiming Friendship (10 weeks) ($40). 
 
Studies will be offered in the AM & PM in person and a PM Zoom option. AM session will provide babysitting for those that need it.

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Calendar: Click here for the yearly Calendar

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                              Monthly Connects 
Not ready for a weekly Bible study? No problem! Drop into one of our
monthly Connects. Since there is no “homework”, Connects are a great
opportunity to invite a friend. Let us know she’s coming so we have
​a name tag ready to welcome her.
CONNECT SCHEDULE (AM & PM Zoom):
  • October 4
  • November 6
  • January 15

Free Daytime Childcare
Loving, experienced volunteers tend to your children while you enjoy adult time and grow closer to the Lord. Please let us know when you register if you will need childcare.
6) Join us for Advent by Candlelight (please use one of the table images that I sent)


Join us for our annual evening event open to all Women to help us prepare our hearts for Advent on Thursday, December 4, 6-9pm in Harten Hall.
The evening includes a catered dinner, speaker and a time to gather with friends. Cost $25pp.


RSVP (please link to [email protected])

What is Walking with Purpose?  It's a chance to meet and study scripture with other Catholic women and to know Jesus who loves you beyond understanding!

For Video's of our Lecture Series Click here.

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  • HOME
    • Synod
    • 175th Anniversary
    • Augustinians
    • Archdiocese >
      • Pope Francis Statements & Updates
  • Parish Ministries
    • Parish Councils >
      • Pastoral Council
      • Finance Council
      • Stewardship Council
    • Christian Service >
      • Christian Service Information >
        • Social Justice >
          • ANTI - RACISM
    • Family Life >
      • Mom's Group
      • Pastoral Care Ministry
      • Persons with Disabilities
      • Social 50 + >
        • Stewardship Camp
    • Mercy Ministry
    • Music Ministry >
      • Director Ted Latham
      • Cantor Ministry
      • Instrumentalists
      • Laetate Ringers
      • Music Director's Corner
      • Parish Choir
      • Teen Music Ministry
      • Youth Choir >
        • Advent Music Calendar 2022
    • Young Adults
    • Youth Ministry >
      • CYO
  • Sacraments
    • Baptism
    • Reconciliation
    • Eucharist
    • Confirmation
    • Marriage
    • Pre - Cana
    • Anointing of the Sick
    • Becoming Catholic - OCIA
    • Liturgy
  • Catholic Education
    • REP Grades K - 7th
    • Adult Faith Formation >
      • Bible Study & Prayer
      • Women's Bible Study - Walking with Purpose
      • Men's Gatherings
    • Parochial Education
  • Stewardship Life
    • Parish Stewardship Ministries
    • Stewardship Finance Report
    • Information on Stewardship Grants
    • Stock Gifts-Instructions
    • Volunteer Info