Adult Formation

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- Due to Covid - 19, Adult Formation Classes at St. Mark will be offered in person and online, and are noted below.
- Throughout the year, various opportunities are available to participate in Adult Religious Education, such as Catholicism, Epic, Catholic Way Bible Study, sharing groups, parish missions with nationally known speakers and other courses, mini-retreats, and lectures. Scroll down to see/register for the studies/faith formation that are available.
Catholic Way Bible Study
- Sessions are Tuesday mornings 9 - 11 am or Tuesday evenings 7 - 9 pm. Catholic Way Bible Study begins a new book or books of the Bible each September and completes the 23-week study by the following Easter.
  
  Sessions are in person and begin September 14. CWBS will be studying the Book of Isaiah.
  
  In the 8th century BC Isaiah the prophet foresaw the coming of the Messiah as Suffering Servant and King. Through the Holy Spirit he saw the Gospel--The Good News-- of Jesus Christ, leading to his writings being dubbed “The Fifth Gospel”. The failings of the Chosen People brought on God’s judgement in the form of defeat and deportation. Yet all along the way the Father is comforting and upholding them--and us--and pointing to the hope of glory of the coming restoration in the messianic age and in the world to come.
  
  Registered below. If you have any questions, email Sue Tenney at mailto:suetenny@hotmail.com or call 817-307-3817.
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- The Search Begins!
  We are all searching for something. Why am I here? Will I ever be happy? What hapens when I die?
  We find the answers to life's big questions when we wrestle with them in faith. In fact, the story of human history has largely been a story faith. We need a relationship with our maker — a relationship with life — to make sense of all of this.
  THE SEARCH leads people to the deepest question of the human heart, exploring the meaning and purpose of life with a visually stunning and intellectually stimulating approach.
  
  Session dates for each venue
  Tuesday, June 22
  Tuesday, June 29
  Tuesday, July 13
  Tuesday, July 20
  Tuesday, July 27
  Tuesday, August 3
  Tuesday, August 10
  Saturday, August 14 - Retreat
  
  If you have any questions, contact Keith Ronck at 817-996-6766 or keith.ronck@gmail.com
- The Search
  
  Why are we here? Where did I come from? What happens when we die?
  
  Sessions begin June 22, 2021
- Three venues available
  1. Online via Zoom - 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm
  2. In person at St. Mark - 7:00 pm to 8:45 pm
  3. In person at St. Mark - 9:00 am to 10:45 am
Consecration to St. Joseph-The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father
- Pope Francis has designated this year as The Year of St. Joseph. St. Mark will be offering a program entitled “Consecration to St. Joseph-The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father”. How well do you know St. Joseph? The person who consecrates himself to St. Joseph wants to be as close to their spiritual father as possible, to the point of resembling him in virtue and holiness. The program will help you learn more about St. Joseph and all the ways he can help you grow in your spiritual life, bringing you closer to his son, our Lord Jesus Christ.
  
  The program is open to all adults in the parish, male and female. We will meet in-person at St. Mark once a week for six Thursday evenings, 7:00 PM-8:30 PM, beginning April 8, 2021 and concluding on May 13th, the Feast Day of Our Lady of Fatima.
  
  Please sign up so we can order materials. Sign-ups will be available online at the parish website and next week in person in the narthex. Please join us for this wonderful opportunity to learn more about our spiritual father and to fellowship with our St Mark community.
Catholicism - Journey Around the World and Deep into the Faith
- Come and experience Bishop Robert Barron's epic documentary series on the Catholic Faith.
  
  Journey around the world and deep into the Catholic Faith in all its richness, history, beauty, goodness, and truth in breathtaking, high-definition cinematography.
  
  Travel with acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Bishop Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 15 countries. You'll be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture, claiming more than one billion of Earth’s people.
  
  From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda; from the glorious shrines of Italy, France, and Spain to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City; the fullness of CATHOLICISM is revealed.
  
  With creator and host Bishop Robert Barron, you will learn what Catholics believe and why while being immersed in the art, architecture, literature, beliefs and practices of the Catholic tradition.
  The CATHOLICISM Faith Formation Program brings the beauty, goodness and truth of the Church to life so that you can better understand and share your faith.
The Sacraments
- The great Sacraments of the Church - Baptism, Confirmation, the Eucharist, Reconciliation, the Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony, and Holy Orders - have endure for thousands of years and structured countless lives. Everything in the Church's life comes from and returns to them.
  
  But there is far more to these ancient rites than meets the eye.
  
  In this follow - up to The Mass, Bishop Barron looks at the great sacraments of the Church in all their theological depth, spiritual effects, and pastoral promise. The Sacraments will help you understand these signs and channels of grace and discover the secret behind their persistence down the ages: the presence and power of the Savior himself.
- For information on all Adult Formation programs, please contact:
  parish office
  mailto:evasquez@stmarkdenotn.org
  940-387-6223

Due to Covid - 19, Adult Formation Classes at St. Mark will be offered in person and online, and are noted below.