Bible Studies

Why do a Bible Study?

Bible study involves reading, interpreting, and applying the Bible in your life, with a focus on deepening faith and understanding Catholic teachings. It's a way to learn about the Bible, strengthen your relationship with God, and build community.

While there may be some slight variations, depending on the study, participants will do preparation in advance usually consisting of reading and workbook assignments, there will be group and/or table discussions and video presentations.

Studying the Bible provides us with a firm foundation in God's truth; it can deepen our prayer life and enable the development of relationships with fellow attendees.

Interested in spiritual growth? Sign up for one of the upcoming Bible study offerings. Scholarships are available for materials if necessary.

The following is the list of the Bible studies scheduled to start in September. Contact the study lead through Flocknotes for information, class capacity and to sign-up.

If you are interested in a study not currently planned, consider starting your own group. Groups can meet through an online group chat or in a home setting. The following link is for a free Bible Study Leader Training https://ascensionpress.com/pages/bible-study-leader-training-sign-up

Most of our studies are through Ascension Press https://ascensionpress.com but other sources can be chosen. Because of ongoing anti-Catholic rhetoric, it is advised to use Catholic studies to make sure scripture is not taken out of context. The Ascension Press studies include a 30-minute video along with the workbook, your bible and Catechism of the Catholic Church.

The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation

Study leaders: Juli Simpson (AM) and Ted Monfette (PM)

Beginning: September 11^th

Monday mornings from 9:30am to 12:00pm in the Disciples room

Tuesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: 24

If you are interested in a bible study and don’t know where to start, this is the best starting point. You will receive the framework to better understand the rest of the studies. Study Program takes you on a guided journey through salvation history. Presenter Jeff Cavins shows you how fourteen of the Bible’s narrative books tell the biblical story from beginning to end and gives you the keys to understanding the amazing story woven through Scripture.

CREDO Foundations of Faith

Study Leader: TBD

Beginning: September 7^th

Sunday afternoons from 2:00pm to 3:30pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: 21

This study is a requirement for OCIA and is open to all that wish to learn more about the Catholic faith. This series is divided into the following four parts; you may join any of the parts, it’s not mandatory to attend all:

Part I Faith & Doctrine – Five sessions beginning September 7^th

Part II Sacramental Life & Practice – Four sessions beginning October 12^th

Part III Christian Moral Life – Eight sessions beginning November 9^th

Part IV Mystagogy - Pillars of Catholic Living – Four Sessions beginning January 11^th

THE CHOSEN: Season Five

Study leaders: Greg and Leslie Carnacchi

Beginning: September 11^th

Thursday mornings from 9:30am to 12:00pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: Five

Join us in watching this inspiring faith enriching series and learn about the teachings of Jesus from the Bible. Grow your faith. Talk about the Catholic understanding of the series. Nothing like good conversation.

LUKE: The STORY OF SALVATION FULFILLED

Study leaders: Greg and Leslie Carnacchi

Beginning: October 16^th

Thursday mornings from 9:30am to 12:00pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: Eight

Join us, even if you are new to bible study, as we journey through Luke for the 8-week study. There is discussion and a video each week, to help us encounter Jesus in new ways and discover how His teachings fit into your life.

Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church

Study leaders: Greg and Leslie Carnacchi

Beginning: December 18^th

Thursday mornings from 9:30am to 12:00pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: Twenty

The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC) is the definitive summary of our Catholic beliefs and practices. This video-based program, filmed in forty locations, that explain the faith and provide the ultimate way to encounter the wisdom of the Catechism and deepen your understanding of the Catholic faith. Led by educators such as Dr. Edward Sri, Jeff Cavins, Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio, Fr. Mike Schmitz, and others.

Symbolon through Formed (Small Faith Group)

Study leaders: Greg and Leslie Carnacchi

Beginning: September 11^th

2nd & 4th Tuesdays at 6:00PM-9:00PM virtually

Unlock the profound beauty and depth of the Catholic faith.

Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come

Study leaders: Joanne and Dan Jones

Beginning: September 17^th

Wednesday evenings from 6:30pm to 8:30pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: Eleven

Pull back the veil on the rich symbolism present in Revelation. Discover what the mysterious figures and images of Revelation mean and see how Revelation is more than an apocalyptic vision of the “end times.”

TBD

Study leaders: Joanne and Dan Jones

Beginning: January 14^h - Wednesday evenings 6:30pm to 8:30pm, Disciples room

Sessions: TBD

THE CHOSEN: Season Five

Study leader: Sue Kozora

Beginning: September 25^th

Thursday evenings from 7:00pm to 9:00pm in the Disciples room

Sessions: TBD

Luke: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled

Study leader: Karen and Mark Trojniak

Beginning: September

Thursday evenings – at the Trojnaik home, at full capacity

Sessions: Eight

The Gospel of Luke takes you on a journey that begins with the foretelling of John the Baptist's birth and culminates in Jesus' ascension into heaven. On the road to Emmaus, a story unique to the Gospel of Luke, Jesus gave us the greatest Bible study of all time, laying out his fulfillment of the Old Testament.