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  • PREPARE
    God, Who are You?

    Week of September 12th, 2021
    To begin this journey of faith, we ask that you watch a video in preparation for our first official session.
    1. First, you will have to sign up through our parish to get free access to all the content on the FORMED website. Click the button below ("GET FORMED") for directions on how to sign up.
    2. Then, click the second button ("WATCH VIDEO") to watch your first video.
       
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    Meeting with Pastor

    September/October


    Kindle is an opportunity for Fr. Jared to formally introduce himself. More importantly, it allows the opportunity for him to get to know you and discover how he can better assist you on your journey of faith. Click the button below to schedule a meeting with Fr. Jared!

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    SESSION 1
    God, reveal Yourself to me.

    [ Divine Revelation ]

    October 3rd, 2021


    In this first session, we will discuss the topic of revelation. We begin with the prayer that Christ Himself revealed to us: the Our Father.

              Discussion Topic                      

    How has the Lord has revealed Himself to you?
    (i.e. what led you to be a part of RCIA)


              Main Topic                              

    1. We'll use some Famous personal revelations of the Saints as examples.
    2. And finally, we'll speak about what Divine Revelation is (i.e. Scripture & Tradition).


              Prepare for Next Session           

    Watch the following videos on: Scripture (#1) and the Story of Redemption (#2), by clicking the buttons below.

    WATCH VIDEO #1 WATCH VIDEO #2


    SMALL GROUP
    Mentor Meeting

    October


    We will break up the RCIA into separate groups for a more intimate discussion. Once you have been notified of your group, please arrange to meet up sometime this month with your small group (which includes participants in RCIA with their mentors and/or sponsors) to discuss the following:

    • Reflections and/or questions about the previous BLAZE night session
    • Praying with the Readings of the upcoming Sunday


     

    IGNIGHT
    God, set my heart on fire.

    October 10th, 2021


    After beginning the year of faith formation with our whole parish family at IGNIGHT, we ask that you introduce yourself to the topic of the next class, by watching a video about Divine Revelation, by clicking the button below.

    WATCH VIDEO


    SESSION 2
    God, speak to me.

    [ Sacred Scripture ]

    October 24th, 2021

    In this second session, we will dive deeper into the topic of Divine Revelation, specifically Sacred Scripture. Because the Our Father and the first half of the Hail Mary are scriptural, we will begin the class with the Our Father and Hail Mary. 

              Discussion Topic                      
    Scripture is divinely inspired. How does God seem to be inspiring YOU?

              Main Topic                              
    1. We will discuss the origins, the canonically approved books, and the authors of Sacred Scripture.
    2. We will mention the Saints highly devoted to Sacred Scripture, like St. Jerome, St. Benedict, and St. Ignatius of Loyola.
    3. And we will close with an introduction to the devout practice of Lectio Divina, using Matthew 14:22-33.
     

              Prepare for Next Session           
    Watch the following video on Intercession, by clicking the button below:

    WATCH VIDEO


    SMALL GROUP
    Mentor Meeting

    November


    Arrange to meet up with your small group (which includes participants in RCIA with their mentors and/or sponsors) to discuss the following:

    • Reflections and/or questions about the previous BLAZE night session
    • Praying with the Readings of the upcoming Sunday




    SESSION 3
    God, come to my assistance.

    [ Intercession: Mary & the Saints ]

    November 7th, 2021

    In this third session, we will discuss the topic of Intercession. We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father and the Hail Mary, and introduce the Glory Be.

              Discussion Topic                      
    What do you need God's help with most this week?

              Main Topic                              

    1. On a theoretical level, we will answer the following questions regarding the topic of intercession:
      1. What is intercession?
      2. Why do we do ask for intercession?
      3. When do we intercede?
      4. How do we ask for intercession?
      5. From whom do we seek intercession?
      6. Who are some famous intercessors (i.e. patron saints of...)?
    2. On a practical level, we will introduce what Sacramentals are and how they fit into this topic of intercession.
      1. Novenas
      2. Litanies
      3. Consecrations
      4. Medals
      5. Holy Cards
     

              Prepare for Next Session           
    Watch the following video on Last Things, by clicking the button below.

    WATCH VIDEO





     
    SESSION 4
    God, why do I exist?
    [ Last Things ]

    December 12th, 2021

    In this fourth session, we will discuss the topic of "Last Things." We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father, the Hail Mary, and the Glory Be. Because of the topic of the evening, we will introduce the Fatima Prayer.
     
              Discussion Topic                     
    What is one thing you are afraid of?
     
              Main Topic                              
    1. On a theoretical level, we will discuss the topics regarding Last Things, such as:
    • Death
    • Final Judgment
    • Particular Judgment
    • Heaven
    • Hell
    • Purgatory

    2. On a practical level, we will discuss the practicalities of the topic:
    • Temporal punishment
    • Redemptive suffering
    • Reparation
    • Indulgences
     

              Prepare for Next Session           
    Watch the following videos on Theology of the Body, by clicking the buttons below.

    WATCH VIDEO #1 WATCH VIDEO #2



    SMALL GROUP
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    January


    Arrange to meet up with your small group (which includes participants in RCIA with their mentors and/or sponsors) to discuss the following:

    • Reflections and/or questions about the previous BLAZE night session
    • Praying with the Readings of the upcoming Sunday

     

    SESSION 5
    God, reveal the mystery that is me.

    [ Theology of the Body ]

    January 23rd, 2022

    In this fifth session, we will discuss the topic of St. John Paul II's "Theology of the Body." We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father, the Hail Mary, the Glory Be, and the Fatima Prayer. 

              Discussion Topic                      
    What does it mean to love another person?

              Main Topic                              
    We will discuss the integrated vision of the human person, known as "Theology of the Body," particularly that the human body has a specific meaning, making visible an invisible reality, and is capable of revealing answers regarding fundamental questions about us and our lives.

              Prepare for Next Session           
    Watch the following videos on the Sacraments of Initiation (#1) and Sacraments of Service (#2), by clicking the buttons below.

    WATCH VIDEO #1 WATCH VIDEO #2



    SMALL GROUP
    Mentor Meeting

    February


    Arrange to meet up with your small group (which includes participants in RCIA with their mentors and/or sponsors) to discuss the following:

    • Reflections and/or questions about the previous BLAZE night session
    • Praying with the Readings of the upcoming Sunday


    SESSION 6
      God, You call me and choose me.

    [ The Sacraments of Initiation & Service ]

    February 20th, 2022

    In this sixth session, we will discuss the Sacraments of Initiation and Service. We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father, the Hail Mary, the Glory Be, and the Fatima Prayer. 

              Discussion Topic                      
    What gifts/talents has God blessed you with, and
    how may He be calling you to serve Him and His Church with these gifts/talents?

              Main Topic                              

    1. We will discuss the three sacraments of initiation (emphasizing 1 and 3)
      1. Baptism
      2. Eucharist
      3. Confirmation
    2. and the two sacraments of service
      1. Holy Matrimony
      2. Holy Orders

              Prepare for Next Session                              
    Watch the following video on the Mass (#1), by clicking the button below. To learn more, click the second button (#2) for an additional video. 
    WATCH VIDEO #1 WATCH VIDEO #2


    SMALL GROUP
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    March


    Arrange to meet up with your small group (which includes participants in RCIA with their mentors and/or sponsors) to discuss the following:

    • Reflections and/or questions about the previous BLAZE night session
    • Praying with the Readings of the upcoming Sunday

     
    SESSION 7
    God, I am not worthy.

    [ The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass ]

    March 20th, 2022

    In this seventh session, we will discuss the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father, the Hail Mary, the Glory Be, and the Fatima Prayer. 

              Discussion Topic                      
    Who has been an example of sacrificial love in your life?

              Main Topic                              
    We will dive more deeply into the topic of the Eucharist by discussing the theology, symbolism, sacred books, sacred vessels, vestments, and the words of the Mass. We will discuss the topic as a sort of church tour.

              Prepare for Next Session           
    Watch the following videos on Morality (#1) and Sacraments of Healing (#2), by clicking the buttons below.

    WATCH VIDEO #1 WATCH VIDEO #2

    SESSION 8
    God, have mercy on me a sinner. 

    [ Catholic Morality & the Sacraments of Healing ]

    April 3rd, 2022

    In this eighth session, we will discuss Catholic Morality and the Sacraments of Healing.  We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father, the Hail Mary, the Glory Be, and the Fatima Prayer. 
     

              Discussion Topic                     
    Since we last met, what is: a POW (something difficult that happened), a WOW (something great that happened), and HOLY COW (if possible, something absolutely amazing that happened)?

              Main Topic                              

    • We will discuss the topic of morality, specifically with regard to:
      • Commandments
      • Precepts of the Church
      • Virtues
      • Vices
      • Grace
      • Happiness
    • We will also discuss how these topics relate to the Sacraments of Healing:
      • Reconciliation
      • Anointing of the Sick

              Prepare for Next Session           
    Watch the following video on Living the Faith, by clicking the button below.

    WATCH VIDEO



    RETREAT
    April 16th, 2022


    On Holy Saturday, we will participate in a half-day retreat, followed by a rehearsal. 



     
    SESSION 9
    Here I am, Lord.

    [ Living the Faith ]

    May 22nd, 2022

    In this ninth session, following the celebration of the Sacraments at the Easter Vigil, we will discuss what it means to live the faith in our everyday lives, incorporating Catholic Social Teaching. We will continue to open our sessions with the Our Father, the Hail Mary, the Glory Be, and the Fatima Prayer. 
     
              Discussion Topic                      
    What has been the best, worst, and unexpected parts of being Catholic? 

              Main Topic                             
    Using the presenter's own life stories, as well as the lives of the Saints, we will discuss the practicalities of living our Catholic Faith. We will also discuss briefly the social teaching of the Church.

              Watch this Final Video            
    As a conclusion to this preparation program, click the buttons to learn more about the following topics:
     
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