Adult faith enrichment is a multi-faceted, learning and living experience for Catholics that meshes education, spiritual growth, and the active practice of faith.
Nurturing our growth in faith is at the core of this ministry. Bible studies, book studies, spiritual enrichment groups, lectures, monthly gatherings for women and men, and Advent and Lenten programs offer the opportunity to share and reflect upon our faith.
Parishes welcome new members into the Catholic Church through a process of education, faith sharing, and rituals known as the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA). This process includes several stages marked by prayer, study, and discussion, and is facilitated through our Adult Faith Enrichment Ministry – learn more here.
Please check below for information on current, upcoming, and past Adult Faith Enrichment offerings and resources.
In the story of the man born blind (John 9:1-41), those who cannot believe the truth about Jesus are truly blind. In your life, when have you been blind to a truth about God? What or Who opened your eyes? ...
Centuries of faithful have prayed with the Psalms to wrestle, lament, petition, and give praise to God in every moment of their lives. This evening is an opportunity to pray with various interpretations of exemplary psalms while praying through the music of Duruflé, Palestrina, Byrd, Bruckner and Frisina. The ...
This reflection on Matthew 25:31-46 was prepared by Kelly Meraw, Director of Pastoral Care and Liturgy, for the March "Evening for Women" program that was cancelled due to weather. Jesus said to his disciples: “When the Son of Man comes in his glory, and all the angels ...
In this week's Gospel reading, Jesus breaks societal and social barriers to give the Woman at the Well “living water”, transforming her from “outcast” to “messenger” in her community. What barriers need to be moved in your heart in order to be an effective witness to the Gospel? ...
As we pray for steadfast spirits this Lent, join in this one-night discussion of Struck Down, Not Destroyed, a spiritual memoir by America Magazine’s Vatican Correspondent, Colleen Dulle. Exploring the inner workings of the Church and her own faith journey as a Millennial, Dulle’s story helps us reflect on ...
Catholic Social Teaching: The Wisdom that Calls Us to Action Saturday, Mar 14 from 8am to 3:30pm at Boston College High School Join us in person for a day filled with reflection, dialogue, and action as we learn about Catholic Social Teaching and how to apply it to our ...
In today’s second reading, St. Paul advises Timothy to “bear your share of hardship for the gospel.” In your own life, what part of the message of the Gospel do you find hardest to live out? How is God inviting you to listen more closely to Jesus this week? ...
A Weekly Exploration of Different Prayer Practices Led by Members of Our SJSP Young Adult MinistryALL YOUNG ADULTS (AGE 21-40) WELCOME! We are celebrating the Lenten season in a special way as a young adult community at St. John-St. Paul by “Practicing Lent”! Every Tuesday in Lent, join ...
