› Catholicism: Journey Around the World and Deep into the Faith
This ten-part video series presents the foundations of the Catholic faith in a visually arresting style. It was filmed in more than 50 locations across 15 countries. The episodes are hosted by Fr. Robert Barron.
Meet for refreshments and some social time after morning Mass, followed by an episode from the series and about half an hour to share your reactions and thoughts if you wish.
There is no need to commit to the whole series! Although watching all of the episodes is ideal, you can benefit from seeing any of them. Come when you can!
Dates: Wednesday mornings from June 6 to August 15 (no session on July 4)
Time: 9:15 to 10:45 a.m. (Refreshments available immediately after Mass)
Location: Pastoral Center
Register: No fee or registration. Donations will be accepted to cover costs.
Contact: Andrew Bechman
Phone: (412) 781-0186, Ext. 18
Email: andybechman@saintscholastica.com
Overview: Adult Faith Formation
"Every individual has the responsibilities to grow in faith and to contribute to the growth in faith of the other members of the Church."
(National Directory for Catechesis, 186)
Faith formation for adults seeks to foster the relationship between the real person of Jesus Christ and the real persons of our time and place. This is a lifelong task. The whole life of the Christian community—our worship, our social activities, our good works—helps to form each one of us in Christ. In the activities listed below, however, we consciously promote an encounter between the living word of God and our own experience.
› Adult Religious Education
The ministry of Adult Education at St. Scholastica seeks to promote our growth as a Catholic Christian community by reflecting together on our faith and how we practice it.
Adult education at St. Scholastica includes Bible studies, Baptism preparation for parents, support for adults engaged in leading the Children's Liturgy of the Word, print resources, other occasional educational activities, and information regarding retreats and other opportunities for spiritual growth. We also maintain a parish library.
› How can you take part?
Participate in our activities
We usually have a Bible study in the fall and during Lent in the late winter and spring.
Start something up!
Would you like to form a book club, discussion group, prayer or support group? Would you like to organize a group retreat? Please contact Andy Bechman to discuss the possibility.
Contact: Andrew Bechman
Phone: (412) 781-0186, ext. 18
E-mail: adultfaith@saintscholastica.com
› Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
Through the RCIA, St. Scholastica Parish welcomes adults and older children into the Catholic Church.
The RCIA is intended for people who have never been baptized, for Christians who have been baptized in another denomination but would like to become Catholics, and for baptized Catholics who were not raised in the faith and have not yet received the sacraments of Confirmation and Eucharist. Let us know if you are interested in joining the Church or in helping others to enter.
Contact: Andrew Bechman, RCIA Director
Phone: (412) 781-0186, ext. 18
E-mail: rcia@saintscholastica.com
› Young Adult Ministry
Young adult ministry is designed to actively engage young adults in their Catholic faith.
Our activities are geared toward adults from 21-35 years old. We participate in volunteer opportunities within the parish and community. We also gather regularly to discuss the adventure of living our faith today.
Our young adult ministry is on hiatus at the moment. Watch this space for future activities. In the meantime, young adults are encouraged to take part in all of the appropriate parish ministries and activities.
Contacts: Jamie Dillon and Andrew Bechman
Phone: (412) 781-0186, ext. 20 or ext. 18, respectively
E-mail: youngadult@saintscholastica.com
