Faith Formation for the Whole Parish Community

Adult Faith Formation, by which people consciously grow in the life of Christ through experience, reflection, prayer, and study, must  be “the central task  in the catechetical enterprise”,  becoming the axis around which revolves the Catechesis of  childhood  and adolescence as well as that of old age.”

….We, as Catholic Bishops  of the United States call the Church in our country to a renewed commitment to adult faith formation, positioning it at the heart of the Catechetical vision.”

--- Our Hearts Were Burning Within Us
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops

St. Martin's Parish has two on-going programs of Faith Formation:

• LIttle Rock Scripture Study

• (Fall and Spring)

• Sunday Parish Faith Formation

Please join us as we share our journey in faith.

 

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Little Rock Scripture Study at St. Martin's Parish

  “…. In Sacred Scripture, God meets us and speaks to us with great love.

The force and power of the Word of God is so great that it stands as the support and energy of the whole Church, the strength of faith for its members, the food of the soul, and the pure source of the spiritual life. Because this is true, easy access to Scripture should be provided to all the faithful.”     

From Dei Verbum (Constitution on Divine Revelation) -  Vatican II In Plain English by  Bill Huebsch

 

St. Martin's Little Rock series for 2010 - 2011

FALL:  “Introduction to the Bible ”

Intended for newcomers and experienced Bible students alike. Participants will become comfortable finding their way around the Bible, develop a better understanding of its themes and writing styles, and gain clear insights about Catholic use and interpretation of the Bible.

Seven Sessions
Monday, October 4, 2010 -- Monday November 15, 2010
7:00 PM to 8:45 PM in the Community Building

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 –Tuesday. November 16, 2010
9:30 AM to 11:15 AM in the Community Building

Bring a friend and discover the rich gifts of Scripture. For more information, contact Joy Apenall at 289-9608.

SPRING:TBD  

Six Sessions
Monday , April 19. 2010-- Monday, May 24, 2010
7:00 PM to 8:45 PM in the Community Building

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 –Tuesday. May 25, 2010
9:30 AM to 11:15 AM in the Community Building

Everyone is welcome! Attendance at previous sessions is not a pre-requisite.

Bring a friend and discover the rich gifts of Scripture. For more information, contact Joy Apenall at 289-9608.

 

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Sunday Parish Faith Formation

Sunday Parish Faith Formation sessions are offered on a monthly basis from 11:00 a.m. (after the 10 a.m. Mass) in the Meeting Room. Adults will hear an inspirational and informative speaker while the young people engage in related, age-appropriate activities. Complimentary donuts and coffee will be served at the sessions.

Schedule for 2009 -2010

DATE	TOPIC	SPEAKER
October 18	Vatican II - part 1	Sr. Eloise Rosenblatt
November 22	Vatican II - part 2	Sr. Eloise Rosenblatt
January 24	Sacrament of Reconciliation	Fr. Chris Bransfield
February 21	Panel on Abrahamic Religions: What do we have in common? How can we understand and celebrate the differences?	Interfaith Panel: Christianity, Judaism and Islam
March 7	The biblical, spiritual and religious implications of the Green Movement	Linda Batton
April 18	Vocations: The meaning of vocations, what they are, who has them, and what it means for all of us.	Fr. Chris Bransfield

 

Please join us as we share our journey in faith.