Evangelization: How to Talk About Your Faith
Are You Saved? Part I
How would you answer? Are we saved by “grace” alone, or do “works” play a role? How does behavior affect our salvation? Explore both fundamentalist and Catholic theology to learn about the similarities and differences of beliefs of Catholics and Protestants. First in a two-part series.
Fr. Dave Heney EV-01 Thurs., March 4 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Jude the Apostle Hall
Are You Saved? Part II
Second in a two-part series.
Fr. Dave Heney EV-02 Thurs., March 11 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Jude the Apostle Hall
The Generation Gap in Faith
If you’ve ever thought that the generation “gap” is more like a “ravine” when it comes to expressions of the Catholic faith, this course is for you! Fr. David Loftus draws from both academic and ministerial experience to explore the generational experiences of the Church and consider how we encounter and share faith among the Baby-boomer, Gen-X, and Millennial generations.
Fr. David Loftus EV-03 Wed., March 10 7:30-9:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption, Assumption Hall
Images of God: Daring to Dabble with the Divine
When we consider who God is for us, we often find ourselves working with many different and often competing images. It’s no wonder we sometimes feel confused with our understanding of God or how to explain Him to others. Explore four scriptural images of God, and consider the implications of each image for ourselves.
Fr. David Loftus EV-04 Wed., March 24 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Jude the Apostle Hall
How to Read the Bible: Should We Take the Bible Literally?
The proper Catholic answer may surprise you: yes, we need to understand the “literal” meaning of the Bible! Yet we also need to read our Scriptures spiritually, theologically, liturgically, and prayerfully. This presentation introduces the basic principles of contemporary Catholic interpretation of the Bible, giving you clear and easy tools to understand any verse quickly and accurately. Handouts available. Bring your Bible!
Fr. Felix Just, S.J. EV-05 Thurs., February 25 7:30-9:00 p.m. Our Lady of the Assumption, Assumption Hall
By Baptism You Are a Missionary!
Pope John Paul II in his encyclical “Mission of the Redeemer” stated that “missionary activity, which is carried out in a wide variety of ways, is the task of all the Christian faithful.” This course explains several of these ways with emphasis on the growing dependence of the Church on her faith-filled laity.
Sr. Antonine Manning EV-06 Tues., March 23 7:30-9:00 p.m. St. Paschal Baylon Community Room
Escoge Una Vida de Aventura: Escoge La Fe
Dios deseo darnos una vida llena de bendiciones (Ef. 1:3). Trampa espiritual: la complacencia nos impide vivir en la plenitud de nuestras capacidades. La solución para la complacencia en nuestras vidas es: la AVENTURA (Mt 4:18-22). Tu vida de aventura es tu vida de fe. Tu naciste para traer la presencia salvífica de Dios a la vida de otras personas (pescar personas).
Marco Ramirez EV-07 Thurs., February 18 7:30-9:00 p.m. Holy Cross Rooms 11 & 12