Faith Formation

(In order to find out when any of the following programs are offered, click calendar. The Week or Agenda view of the calendar is the easiest to read.)

First Reconciliation (Confession) and First Holy Communion: Offered usually during the child's second grade year. Classes September through May, with First Reconciliation in mid-year and First Communion in the Spring. Parental instruction, too. Helper teachers are needed, as well. For more information contact the Pastoral Associate.

Religious Education, Grades K-8: We strive to offer classes for the children seeking them each year. We will offer parental instruction, as well, to assist the parents as the primary religious teachers for their children. Teachers and helpers needed for this ministry. Classes offered September through May.For more information contact the Pastoral Associate.

RCIA (Rite of the Christian Initiation of Adults): This is a year long process of guiding non-Catholics into full communion with our Catholic Church, going from late September through May. The RCIA team shares our faith with those moving into our faith. Meetings are on Wednesday evenings. Catholics wishing to renew their faith may join us, as well. For more information contact the Pastoral Associate or the Campus Minister.

Bible Study: We conduct a bible study in the Conference Room of the Parish each week. This is a great way to learn more about scripture, to share your faith with others and to get to know some members of the parish. For more information see Wednesday Bible Study.

Theology of the Body Video and Discussion Series:

You are invited to attend...
Christopher West's "INTRODUCTION TO THE"...

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An 8 week video & discussion series on
Pope John Paul II's Theology of the Body.

June 23rd--Aug 11th

 

 

 

What is this Theology of the Body everyone is talking about???

"Virtually everything God wants to tell us on earth about who He is, who we are, the meaning of life, the reason He created us, how we are to live, and even our ultimate destiny is contained somehow in the truth and meaning of sexuality and marriage"
(Christopher West: "Good News About Sex and Marriage" page 19).

"The call for a sincere gift of self is the fullest way to realize personal freedom" (Pope John Paul II).

Who: All adults 18+ single, married or religious who want to learn about Christ's message of human love and sexuality as taught by John Paul II. All faiths welcome!
What: Adult Faith Formation program
Where: St. Michael's Balestra Hall (The basement of the Church); 424 SW Mill St. Portland, OR 97201
When: Wednesdays 7-8:30 PM. Starts Wednesday, June 23rd. Fellowship at 6:30
Cost: $20 includes course materials and opening night snacks
Sign up: Sign up at the door. Registration accepted until June 30th only.

Call 503 209-9201 with any questions