| Coming Home |
| Conversations
About Doubt and Faith |
| Exploring... |
| The "Journey" with God |
| Foundations and Underpinnings of Faith |
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Church Teachings / Practices / Meanings
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| Celebrating... |
| The Mystery of God |
| The Wonder of God |
| Questioning... |
| Challenging Issues for
Today |
| Concerns and Doubts |
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| 3
Reasons for Participating in the Program |
| One |
Perhaps you are returning to the practice of your Catholic Faith. It is not uncommon to leave the church for many reasons: feelings of hurt or rejection, pressures from family or friends, societal values or more than often…just slowly stepping away. Coming back might feel awkward. This program is comfortable and paced for those stepping back into the practice of their faith. |
| Two |
Perhaps you have many questions about the Catholic Faith. Taking classes or courses may not be practical, but you have important questions. This program offers a forum that allows any kind of question to be raised and seriously discussed. |
| Three |
Perhaps life has kept you very busy and you truly would like to update your understanding of the Catholic Faith, the current practices, some of the reasons behind changes. Perhaps you would like to discuss some of the current issues facing the church. This program will provide information, discussion and the latest research to help you in your spiritual life. |
| The Format |
- Sessions are held:
each
Wednesday evening (excluding
holidays or weather days)
at 7:30 – 9:15 p.m. in the Upper Room
of the Parish
Center.
- The gathering is comfortable, relaxed and friendly.
- A small group process of scripture, prayer and faith sharing usually guides the evening.
- Focus areas include: Liturgy, Sacraments, scripture, church history, current church/faith issues, prayer, spirituality, social justice issues.
- Questions are the norm and highly encouraged.
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| The Facilitating Team |
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Rev. John Martin, S.J. Fr. Martin has a background in Canon Law, Clergy Formation and Academic Teaching… and has ministered pastorally for many years in programs like Coming Home.
Hugh Nugent, Attorney at Law (retired) Mr.
Nugent has taught church history and scripture for many years
as a lay minister. He and his wife serve on the
Marriage Preparation Team at Holy Trinity.
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