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Suzanne Nelsonsuzanne.nelson2gmail.comAdult Faith Formation
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____________________________________________________AFF QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“At all times and in every nation, anyone who fears God and does what is right has been acceptable to him. He has however, willed to make men and women holy and to save them, not as individuals without any bond between them, but rather to make them into a people who might acknowledge him and serve him in holiness.”
- Lumen Gentium, 9
FAITH and HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Sign up now for this online course
What is "spiritual growth" and how does it connect with human growth? Why not take an online course this summer and find out? (You can earn 2.5 CEU's....) Suzanne will be facilitating the Faith and Human Development course this summer and you are welcome to sign up. Registration opened May 30; only 5 slots are left.
Cycle 5 - July 15-Aug 18, 2018
The cost is $50 for parishioners in the Archdiocese of Washington (code: ADW).Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to the stage theories of human development and spiritual growth. Participants will explore the maturation of human beings from a holistic perspective. The works of Fowler, Erikson, Kohlberg, Gilligan, Piaget and others will provide the foundation for examining the psychological, physical, and spiritual growth over the course of a human's lifetime. Particular attention will also be given to family systems theory to provide the wider context shaping the faith development of human persons. Finally, these theories will be applied to the particular age cohort of the student in effort to promote self-understanding.
To learn more, click here: https://vlcff.udayton.
edu/about/
COMING THIS FALL
for the WHOLE PARISH !
St Raphael Small Groups
Christ-Centered + Theme-Based + Parish-Connected
Prayer
Holy God, Creator of the human family,
we give you thanks for the many a varied ways you build up your Church.
Bless all those participating in the SRSG pilot program this summer.
Grant that through their vision and dedication
they may be of service to this parish
and bring honor and glory to your name.
We ask this through Christ, our Lord.
Amen
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AN OVERVIEWTheme for 2018-2019
Who we are; who we are called to be.What?
Parish-connected Small Groups, which meet in homes, are growing in number throughout the Church. Following the recommendation of our pastor, Fr. Salah, the AFF Coordinator and Team will adopt the best practices of current models and resources, and launch St Raphael Small Groups (SRSG).
Why?
The overall Objective of SRSG’s is to become Disciples in Mission: to share the Gospel with all in our circle of influence that we might become closer to Christ. Desired outcomes include:- Extending our welcoming parish spirit to neighbors and friends
- Actively involving all members in parish activities
- Growing in our ability to articulate and share our faith as we apply it in real life challenges.
Who?
Each adult parishioner is encouraged to participate in a St. Raphael Small Group.
Each group consists of 6-10 Participants led by a trained Facilitator.
[Note: There is no need to belong to more than one Small Group. Some parishioners already belong to a different type of Small Group such as those associated with a National Catholic Movement, e.g., Teams of Our Lady or Domestic Church.]
Where?
A SRSG generally meets in a Participant’s home. The Group may agree to take turns hosting the meetings. On occasion they may meet at a restaurant or other venue.
When?
Sign-up Sunday followed by Information Night and Faciitator Commissioning will be held at St. Raphael in September. Participants choose a SRSG that meets on the Day of the Week and Time of Day they prefer.
SRSG’s commit for the 2018-2019 year and meet October thru August. Each group generally meets 6-8 times in the Fall, in the Winter, and in the Spring. Re-commitment to the same Group or to another group takes place the following September.
How?
Sign up Sunday, Information Night
Facilitators, Host Homes, Themed-Resources
Prayer, Ongoing Staff Support
FORMEDAn online AFF platform
The good news is
our parish has a subscription and
you can access any of their programs
on your computer for FREE.
Here's how:- Log on to: https://formed.org/
- Under the picture you will see three words. Click on REGISTER
- Type in the parish code and your email. The Parish CODE is VCCHCY
A St Raphael Parish AFF Facebook Group
Go to the SHORTCUT LINK here and SHARE a thought each week
on our Facebook Discussion Board.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1457324274578094/
Join the discussion!
BOOKS & LINKS
- Credible Catholic https://www.crediblecatholic.com/programs/
- Called and gifted for the Third Millennium http://www.usccb.org/about/laity-marriage-family-life-and-youth/laity/called-and-gifted-for-the-third-millennium.cfm
- The Resurrection by Fabrice Hadjad, 2016.
- Vibrant Paradoxes: The Both/And of Catholicism by Robert Barron, 2017
- Rediscover Jesus: An Invitation by Matthew Kelly, 2015
- Praying on Empty by Kathleen Glavich, SND, 2017
- Catholics in America: Religious Identity and Cultural Assimilation from John Carroll to Flannery O’Connor by Russell Shaw, 2016.
- Praying for Our Adult Sons and Daughters by John & Therese Boucher, 2012.
- The Psalms: Gateway to Prayer by Jeanne Kun, 2012.
- Facilitating for Growth: A Guide for Scripture Study Groups and Small Christian Communities by Barbara J. Fleischer, 1993.
- With the Smell of the Sheep by Pope Francis, 2017
- FORMED: A Free online platform for AFF Resources. Go to www.straphaels.org/adult-faith-formation and click on the link.
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