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Welcome! This page is for adults of any age who would like to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, grow in their understand of the Catholic faith, and broaden their prayer life. Please scroll down the page to explore:
- NEW! Monday evening adult study group
- Independent small groups
- Online studies
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Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible
Mondays Sept 15 - Nov 17
6:00-7:30pm
Mary & Joseph Room
Register here by Sept 5
Description
Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible shows how fourteen narrative books of the Bible tell the complete story from Adam and Eve to Christ and the Church. Presenter Jeff Cavins helps you learn to read the Bible so that you can actually understand it. These eight sessions will help you discover the story of salvation history and understand how you fit into God’s plan.
Cost
Participants will need to purchase in advance the workbook and/or online access.- Click here to buy the course workbook ($27.95)
- Click here to buy online access for the course ($5.95)
Questions? Contact Laurie Salz at [email protected] or 515-987-4597.
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Independent small groups
The Faith Formation Office has a variety of study materials available to checkout for individual and small group use.
How – Come to the Faith Formation Office to review or check out available DVDs and leader’s materials.
Where – You arrange for a location that works for you or your group – home, coffee shop, library, etc.
Cost – No cost for use of DVDs or leader’s materials. However, you must order and purchase participant materials from the publisher.
If you have questions or would like to start a small group study, please contact Faye Akers at 515-987-4597 or [email protected]
Online studies
FORMED
FORMED offers digital faith formation on demand for all ages including Catholic videos, audio books, e-books and study programs. Access is FREE to all St. Boniface parishioners and their families, anywhere and anytime on computers, tablets and phones.
Visit this link, enter our zip code 50263 and select St. Boniface Church. You will then be asked to enter your name and email address to set up your account.Ascension
Groups of two or more can start a Bible study or faith formation program anytime, anywhere. Visit this link.
Why Mass?
In the Spirit of the Eucharistic Revival, the Diocese of Des Moines in partnership with the Saint Joseph Evangelization Center is excited to share, Why Mass? a 5-part video series clearly explaining why we do what we do during the Mass. Narrated by nationally known speaker and author Jon Leonetti, each video is just 3-4 minutes long. Visit whymass.org
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The Search Small Groups
The Search is a 7-part video series hosted by Chris Stefanick with small group sessions facilitated by St. Boniface parishioners. The series explores the deepest questions of the human heart: Why am I here? What is life all about? What happens when we die?
The Search guides you through "the great story of everything," as astrophysicists, psychologists, neuroscientists, artists, chemists and professors point to one big (and perhaps surprising) conclusion -- Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church. Click here to view all seven topics covered in the series.
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Dates and Details
When. The Search small groups but can be formed at any time.
Where. The Search can be facilitated anytime by St. Boniface parishioners in their homes or on Zoom.
Format. Small groups of about 8-12 participants meet weekly for 60 minutes to discuss a 30-minute video. Groups can watch the video together or prior to the small group discussion time. No worries if you miss a session!
Requirements. Participants must have a FORMED account to participate. Sign up for a FREE account at this link.
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Facilitator Resources for The Search
Facilitator Guide. Includes session outline and episode notes. Click here to view and print.
Episode video teasers. Used at the beginning of each session to remind participants of the episode content prior to small group discussion. Click here to access and capture the appropriate episode "teaser" for each session.
FORMED account. Each facilitator needs one. Sign up FREE at this link.
The Search video series. Watch the appropriate episode before each small group session. Click here to view.
Zoom account. Each facilitator needs access to a Zoom account.Participant Resources
Facilitators, we suggest that you include the link to this website page in your communications with small group members so they can access the videos and print the discussion guide to prepare for each session. The link to copy and paste in an email is https://stbonifacechurch.org/adults-learn (Make sure you remind small group members to scroll to the bottom of the page.)
Participant Discussion Guide. Each small group member needs one of these. Click here to view and print.
FORMED account. Each small group member needs one. Sign up FREE at this link.
The Search video series. Watch the appropriate episode before each small group session. Click here to view.
Episode Notes. Optional, but available to any group member. Click here to view and print.
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