For more information, schedules or to volunteer to help out with any of the programs listed below please contact:
Barbara Scott
Director of Community Formation
724-3132
bscott@stjohnvianney.net
adult ed. programs
Adult Bible Study
These classes are held on Monday morning and evening using approved sources and inviting parishioners to a deeper understanding of scripture. Other Bible study groups are offered periodically throughout the year.
Monday Bible study coordinator –Dianne Rose: 538-9013.
For other offerings contact Barbara Scott.
Adult Confirmation Preparation
For adults baptized and brought up in the Catholic faith and wishing to be confirmed, this program offers preparation for Confirmation at the Easter Vigil each year. Adult Confirmation candidates will need to take Basic Catholicism for the fall semester, September to December. Registration is required but no fee is asked for this program. Contact Barbara Scott to register and for more information.
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Basic Catholicism
This course is offered during the Fall sememster. The course will cover the Catechism of the Catholic Church and is designed for those preparing for Adult Confirmation as well as those who wish to learn more about their faith. Contact Barbara Scott for dates and times.
Next Class: September 8-December 15, 2010 7:00-8:30 pm
Finance Stewardship Workshop
This class is designed to help couples set up and manage their household finances with Stewardship in mind. Contact Barbara Scott, for upcoming dates.
Next Class: January 21, 2010 9:00am-Noon
F.I.R.E. (Females Inspired, Renewed, and Energized)
This group hopes to renew the spiritual bonds between women of all ages and walks of life by praying, faith-sharing, and working together. This group sponsors retreats and/or guest speakers periodically throughout the year. Contact Barbara Scott for more information.
March for Life
Join many youth and adults from across the country as they converge on Washington D.C. to speak out against abortion. This march takes place near the anniversary of the Roe vs. Wade decision that made abortion legal.
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Marriage Classes
For those preparing for marriage or those wishing to renew their marriage commitment, this class explores Catholic marriage through the Rite of Marriage. Everything we need to know is found in the Rite. We will look at what we say “yes” to when we celebrate the Sacrament of Marriage. Contact Barbara Scott for upcoming dates.
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Men of Emmaus
Men of the parish meet every Saturday morning in a small group format to renew their faith and grow in Spirit. Contact Jerry Campbell, 531-8475 for more information.
Men’s/Women’s Retreat
Spend a weekend in quiet, prayer-filled solitude at St. Lazare’s Retreat House. Men of the parish go in February, and women go in July. If interested, please contact Mary Bearss at 530-7011, or Laura Campbell, 531-8475.
(upcoming dates)
Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults/Children (RCIA/RCIC)
RCIA is the process whereby adults and children over the age of 7 are welcomed into the Catholic Church through the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist. Those already baptized in another Christian tradition will prepare for full communion in the Catholic faith. The process involves the periods of Inquiry, Catechumenate, the Period of Purification and Enlightenment, and Mystagogia over the typical course of a year. If you are interested in joining the Catholic Church, contact Barbara Scott for more information.
RCIA Schedule
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RCIA Process
Seasonal Institutes
Each season we will offer workshops on various topics. Catechists, teachers, and the general public are welcome to attend sessions on Spiritual Growth, Catholic Church teachings, personal development, and catechetical methodology.
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At Home Ignatian Retreat
Six Great Dates
Come and spend some time with your spouse on six great oppurtunities for growing in your relationship and spirituality. The one time cost of $20 covers all six dates. Child care is available if requested. Registration Required.
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Welcome Home
St. John Vianney invites all returning Catholics to a six-week series offered three times per year. During these sessions we will discuss topics that will update the participants on the Catholic Church today. Contact Barbara Scott to register and for more information.
Youth Ministry Leadership Team
Youth ministry functions at its highest when it is open to suggestions and includes all age levels in the planning process. The team meets monthly to plan and implement Youth Ministry programming as needed. Contact Ken Sokolowski, 724-3133 ksokolowski@stjohnvianney.net for more information.
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