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ADULT FAITH FORMATION PROGRAMS FALL 2007 - SPRING 2008
MISSION STATEMENT
We, the Adult Education Committee of St. Anthony of Padua, a joyful Roman Catholic Community, promote growth in the knowledge of our relationship with Christ and one another. Our purpose is to help adults more fully understand and live our Catholic faith so that we will witness and share the Gospel in all aspects of our lives.
Objectives:
1. Adult Education leads us to discipleship by developing our unique gifts through learning, prayer, and experience, leading us to the love of Christ and one another in community, building the Kingdom of God.
2. Our focus is to help parishioners grow in the life of Christ by the better understanding of and participation in the full sacramental life of the church through prayer, scripture, fellowship, theology, social justice, and family life.
3. We ask the help of the Holy Spirit and our Holy Mother in providing a lifelong conversion of the whole person growing in spirituality and knowledge through our Lord, Jesus Christ.
St.Anthony of Padua Adult Faith Formation Committee members: ® Tina Araujo ® Marguerite Itnyre ® Cathy Bordages ® JoAnne Johnson ® David Bordages ® Helen Kimball ® Frank Calzone ® Julie Korniewicz ® Gordon Cronin ® Jackie Martini ® Donna Esslinger ® Sherri Petrek ® Lourdes Flanagan ® Jude Sadlier ® Kathy Hiatt
In this brochure, we describe the programs we are offering and pray that you will join us in whatever way suits you. We would also like to know your interests and suggestions for future Adult Faith Formation opportunities, so we can serve you better. Please contact Lourdes Flanagan, Chairperson of Adult Faith Formation, or Julie Korniewicz, Pastoral Associate at 281 419.8700 or 281 296.2800; or any of the Adult Education Committee members.
FTCM: FORMATION TOWARD CHRISTIAN MINISTRY
FTCM: Formation Toward Christian Ministry
“As sharers in the role of Christ the Priest, the Prophet, and the King, the laity have an active part to play in the life and activity of the Church.”
Many adult Catholics seek more education about their faith in order to deepen their commitment to follow Jesus through service to others. The Formation Toward Christian Ministry (FTCM) program seeks to develop the basic academic, spiritual and critical reflection skills necessary for Catholic Christians to fully answer their Baptismal call to service. FTCM is a 90-clock hour process delivered over the course of three semesters. Each session includes prayer, content presentation and group dynamics. Each semester involves participation in a Day of Reflection as a means to encourage integration of content into daily living. A graduation ceremony, at which the Bishop presides, concludes the three-semester course of study. As a core foundation program offered by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, FTCM provides the theological content courses needed for Archdiocesan certification as a catechist. In addition, FTCM is a prerequisite for catechetical leadership preparation, diaconate formation and Archdiocesan certification as a liturgist.
Excellent speakers and theologians are provided by the Archdiocese . Starting January 9, 2008 in the Fellowship Hall from 7:00 – 9:00 pm
FTCM Course Offerings: 1st Semester (Spring ’08) - Ministry, Old Testament, and New Testament 2nd Semester (Fall ’08) - Christology, Prayer & Spirituality, Church History, Church Doctrine 3rd Semester (Spring ’09) - Sacraments, Morality, Discipleship
Tuition: Participant $25.00 per semester
Textbooks: Available for purchase at STAOP FTCM brochure/registration forms are in the back of the church. Contact Gordon Cronin, gmscronin@yahoo.com or 936 321.4088 for more information.
FAMILY
FAMILIA
FAMILIA – or FAMIly LIfe in America – is a national apostolate of Catholic laity committed to the well being of the family. Its programs are dedicated to fostering the development of religious, moral, psychological, and social values in the family. Because the relationship between the mother and father is the cornerstone, and therefore, determines the strength of the family, the two primary programs of FAMILIA are “Mothers of Young Children” and “Husbands and Fathers.” We are also pleased to offer couples a third FAMILIA program, “Splendor of Love.” All of these programs are centered around respective teams of women, men, and/or couples meeting in a small setting to study the Gospel, the Catechism, and Church documents – with a special emphasis on Pope John Paul II’s encyclicals.
Registration:
The registration fee to join “Mothers of Young Children” or “Husbands and Fathers” is $60. The registration fee for couples interested in “Splendor of Love” is $75. The value of sharing Catholic principles from family to family is priceless! (Nursery is provided at no additional cost.)
If you’re looking to enrich your family life by participating in a beautiful discovery of the meaning of married love, FAMILIA is for you!
Please contact Jo Anne Johnson at 936 321.9014 or 4johnson@comcast.net - if you are interested in getting involved.
ST.ANNE’S SOCIETY: A GROUP FOR MOTHERS
St. Anne’s Society is a ministry that provides spiritual growth, fellowship & education to all parish moms through weekly meetings, service projects, Mom &Tot outings, social events, and interest groups. New members are always welcome. If you are interested in learning more about St. Anne’s Society and to be added to our e-mail distribution for upcoming events, contact Chrissy Pickett at 936 273.5056 or cbpickett@consolidated.net.
ST.ANNE’S SOCIETY GENERAL MEETINGS
St. Anne’s Society holds general monthly meetings focusing on various topics of interest to Catholic mothers such as a Q&A with parish priest, Advent traditions, child safety and communication, internet safety, mini Lent retreat, and more. New members are always welcome.
Fall Kick-Off Meeting: September 10th, 9:30-11am. October-May meetings will be held the first Monday of each month.
Contact Chrissy Pickett at 936 273.5056 or cbpickett@consolidated.net for more information.
ST.ANNE’S SOCIETY MOM’S RETREAT
A relaxing, spiritual, educational and fellowship-filled retreat in the spring of 2008. The theme for the retreat and the date TBA.
Contact Rachel Husbands at rhusbands@houston.rr.com for information.
ST.ANNE’S SOCIETY SCRIPTURE STUDY
Family matters: A Bible Study on Marriage and Family by Michaelann and Curtis Martin
“Family Matters courageously and compassionately gives the keys for building a successful marriage and family life-even in the midst of our anti-family culture. Family Matters is filled with practical, real-life illustrations from the Martins’ own family experiences. A helpful, encouraging, and valuable book for all parents.”
Groups forming in September. Studies will run October through May.
Contact Lori Ivey, lori@iveys.net or 281 296.2661 for more information.
RETREATS/OTHER
HOLY NAME PASSIONIST RETREATS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Consider joining other women or men for a weekend to experience quiet, prayer, rest and rejuvenation from the Lord. The theme for the next retreat season is:
"Blest Are They Who Know Their Need For God" - Christian living in a secular world.
The St Anthony's Men's Retreat Weekend is April 4-6, 2008. Contact Joe Weber at 281 367.0686 for more information.
The Women's Retreats are: Oct 12 - 14, 2007 Nov 30 - Dec 2, 2007 Feb 15 - 17, 2008 May 16 - 18, 2008 June 27 - 29, 2008
Contact Alison Weber at 713 898.9603 for more information.
ST. ANNE’S SOCIETY MOM’S RETREAT
A relaxing, spiritual, educational and fellowship-filled retreat in the spring of 2008. The theme for the retreat and the date TBA.
Contact Rachel Husbands at rhusbands@houston.rr.com for more information.
ACTS RETREAT
THE ACTS RETREAT IS A WORK IN PROGRESS!
If you have already attended an ACTS Retreat, are being called to service or leadership, or if you are interested in attending an ACTS Retreat, please contact Kathy Hiatt at khiatt@consolidated.net or 936 321.1500.
SUMMER SALAD SERIES
Stay tuned for the Summer Salad Series which runs 3 weeks in July. Watch the bulletin for next summer’s offerings!
PARISH LENTEN RETREAT Fr. Lou Arceneaux, a Vincentian priest, will be our spiritual leader for our Mission next March. He will deliver the homily at all masses that weekend and then offer reflections for Adults on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, ending Thursday with a closing Mass in the Church. Parish Lenten Mission: March 8th - March 13th, 2008
THE LIGHT WEIGH
Are you tired of constantly struggling with your weight? Tired of following diets like they were religions?
Consider giving God a chance to touch your heart, your life and your eating. The Light Weigh is a 12-week Catholic Spiritual weight loss program. St. Anthony's currently has two ongoing Light Weigh groups -- one meeting on Monday evenings from 7:30 to 9:00 and one meeting on Wednesday mornings from 11:30 to 12:30.
Monday Evenings, 7:30 - 9:00pm, Starting October 1st, Room 203 Wednesday Mornings, 11:30am - 12:30pm, Starting October 3rd, Room 201
Contact Marie Bell at 936 271.3791 after 7:00 pm or 713 220.9176 between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm.
LANDINGS
The Landings ministry provides a safe harbor or landing place for returning Catholics to explore their faith and their future with the Church. It is designed to welcome those who wish to investigate returning to the Catholic Church. Our group meets whenever we have a participant available who is coming back to the Church. Those interested in helping in this ministry will be contacted individually to learn more about Landings prior to joining us for a live session.
Contact Kevin Hoctor at 281 367.9826 or kevin@hoctor.com for more information.
SCRIPTURE STUDY
GREAT ADVENTURE BIBLE STUDY COURSE
This 24 week course will take you through a journey of the Bible by focusing on the 14 “narrative books” of the Bible that enable you to understand the story of salvation history, and show you how the other 59 books fit into the context of the 14 narrative books. This course combines Bible study and group discussion followed by an enriching lecture by renowned Bible teacher and author Jeff Cavins. The course requires the use of a Bible suggesting the Revised Standard Version – Catholic Edition (RSV-CE) and the Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC).
This journey through the Bible is an excellent and exciting way to get a big-picture understanding of God’s plan for salvation through Jesus Christ. This course will set you up with greater knowledge for additional Bible studies in the future. What an opportunity to explore God’s Word!
Hope to see you there!
Great Adventure Bible Study Course September 6th, 2007 through March 13th, 2008 7:00pm – 9:00pm Every Thursday evening (with the exception of CISD or Church weekday holy days), Adult Meeting Room
Contact Tina Araujo, araujoconsulting@comcast.net to register
Space is limited so register early.
Course Fee: $45.00 which includes a study set questions and responses, a Bible Time-Line Seminar Workbook,Timeline Chart, Bible Bookmark (with the 12 periods and 14 narrative books identified) and color coded memory beads all keep within a study binder. If you have taken the 8-week Great Adventure course your cost would be $30.00 to complete your 8-week Seminar Pack with the 24-week materials (questions and response and course binder.) Please ask about the availability of scholarships.
FRIDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY
This is an ongoing Bible Study on Friday mornings where study guides are chosen to contemplate scripture and initiate small group discussion. We are starting the study of the Book of Exodus. Newcomers are welcome. We encourage all to come, those who are new to studying the Bible, as well as those with experience. Great fellowship!
Every Friday Morning (with some exceptions) 10:00am – 12:00pm Room 203 Contact Frank Calzone, FAKC070897@aol.com for information.
ST. ANNE’S SOCIETY SCRIPTURE STUDY
FAMILY MATTERS : A Bible Study on Marriage and Family by Michaelann and Curtis Martin
“Family Matters courageously and compassionately gives the keys for building a successful marriage and family life-even in the midst of our anti-family culture. Family Matters is filled with practical, real-life illustrations from the Martins’ own family experiences. A helpful, encouraging, and valuable book for all parents.”
Groups forming in September. Studies will run October through May.
Contact Lori Ivey, lori@iveys.net or 281 296.2661 for more information.
THE CORNERSTONE CATHOLIC SCRIPTURE STUDY IS COMING TO ST. ANTHONY’S IN SEPTEMBER ‘08
Cornerstone Scripture Study’s (CSS) mission strives to build, strengthen and deepen a personal and loving relationship with God and His people through prayer and the study of His Word. CSS meets the needs of those studying the Bible for the first time and those with previous Bible Study experience. The study is comprised of four integrated approaches: 1) questions, 2) small groups, 3) lecture and 4) written commentary.
Watch for more information on this incredible opportunity to study God’s Word!
SPEAKERS
Respect Life Workshop with Sam Dunning
Deacon Sam Dunning is the Director of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development and also the Director of the Office of Justice and Peace for the Archdiocese of Galveston Houston. We are pleased to have Sam here for a Respect Life Workshop.
Respect Life Workshop
October 6th, 2007 7:30pm – 9:00pm Adult Meeting Room
Contact Lourdes Flanagan, lf123@aol.com or 281 296.2800.
WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY: Dance of the Spirit
DANCE OF THE SPIRIT - 7 Steps of Women's Spirituality by Maria Harris
We know that God created us in His image and likeness, so let's delve into a deeper understanding of who we are and what special gifts God has given us to share with the world. Dr. Maria Harris, a leading Catholic educator in women studies, will help us find and use the spiritual steps that can transform our lives. There will be exercises, meditations, and new insights to teach women how to dance to the music of their own souls.
Tuesdays, starting September 25th - November 20th 10:00am - 12:00 pm Where:204 Betty Ann Malavase, facilitator Book: $10.00
Contact Betty Ann Malavase, bmalavase@consolidated.net or 936 449.4223 for more information and to register.
WOMEN’S SPIRITUALITY: Advent: A Gift for You
Come get the gift God has given us — time, prayer, and celebration with Jesus!
Tuesdays, starting November 27th - December 18th 10:00am - 12:00 pm Where:204 Betty Ann Malavase, Facilitator
Contact Betty Ann Malavase, bmalavase@consolidated.net or 936 449.4223 for more information and to register.
SACRAMENTS
RCIA – The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults
Are you thinking about becoming a Catholic Christian? This process that adults embark on to become Catholic is a journey of faith sharing, ritual, catechesis, scripture study, prayer, and reflection, guided and welcomed by members of our parish community. You are invited to join us in the Pre-Catechumenate phase of RCIA, designed to provide you an opportunity to become more acquainted with our Catholic community, its traditions, beliefs, and the gospel values that guide our lives as Christians. We welcome you and your questions to this journey of faith, and hope you will find us not mere travel agents who are experts in the field, but rather friends who offer ourselves as companions for the journey.
RCIA meets on Thursday evenings. If you are interested, please contact Julie Korniewicz at 281 419.8700.
Adult Confirmation
All Christians baptize, but only a few denominations see the need of an anointing following baptism called confirmation. Why does the Catholic Church insist that this sacramental anointing is important? Isn’t it enough to have been washed clean, made God’s sons and daughters, and filled with the Holy Spirit in baptism? Come find out what it means to be empowered to serve!
Adult Confirmation is for anyone, 18 years or older, who has been baptized Catholic and has received First Communion.
Adult Confirmation
Time 7:30 - 9:00, Room 204 Tuesdays, Starting March 25 - May 6, 2008
Contact Julie Korniewicz at jkorniewicz@staoptw.org or 281 296.2800 to register.
NURSERY POLICY
Nursery is available for children ages 6 months to 12 years and is limited to 40 children. If you are planning on using the nursery for any Adult Faith Formation event, please call the contact person 2 weeks before the event to reserve space in the nursery. We will need the child’s name and age. Children whose names are not on a nursery list for an event will not be admitted to the nursery.
Please note that all young children must have a spill-proof cup with drink (no soda, red juice, or juice boxes/pouches are allowed). Older children may have sports bottles. All children in diapers must have diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes. All children recently potty-trained must have a change of clothes. Cups/bottles, diaper bags, personal toys, etc. must be labeled with the child’s name.
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