Dear Parishioners,
As we step into this brand-new chapter of the calendar, we are filled with excitement for the start of the many ministries and programs that will take place this calendar year. The season of Fall reminds me of all of the gifts that I am grateful for and all that God has blessed me and my family with.
Today, our Faith Formation program began, and we welcomed our families back and the kids back in the classrooms. The start of a new school year is not just a time for fresh starts; it’s an opportunity to deepen our connection with faith, knowledge, and each other.
Next Monday, is the beginning of new opportunities for adults in our Pastorate. We will begin RCIA, Walking with Purpose, The Chosen Bible Study, Going Deeper, and then shortly after that Into the Breach will begin. Wow! All great opportunities for Adult Faith formation.
Each first Sunday of every month, parents in the Religious Education program are asked to attend a session with a guest speaker each month. On those Sundays, there is a different presenter as well as a different topic. This time, not only allows us as busy adults time to take time for ourselves but it allows us to focus on your relationship with God and grow more along our spiritual journey.
This year, I would like to personally invite parishioners on the 1st Sunday of the month to join us in the hall from 8:45-9:30am. While the children are in classes, please consider joining us! Here are a few of the topics and speakers that will be presenting in the coming months.
- September: Fr. Jim, Topic, Evangelization
- October: Joanne Calhoon, “Celebrating the Ordinary” with St. Therese
- November: Brother Nick Romero, “The Eucharist”
- December: Joanne Calhoon, “She Made Space” reflecting on Mary during Advent
May our faith continue to deepen as we journey together through the fall months, growing in love and understanding.
Blessings,
Melissa
