Winter-Spring 2021 Schedule & Events
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ADULT FAITH FORMATION & ENRICHMENT2021 WINTER-SPRING SESSIONS
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2021 Winter-Spring classes
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! We offer three ways to register:
1. Paper form: Complete green registration form found in narthex and leave in the adjacent basket.
2. In-person: Sign up Weekend of January 16-17, 2021, before and after all Masses.
3. Online (right here): View the below schedule with class descriptions then scroll down and follow the prompts to register.
FACILITATORS- Fr. Fred Tillotson, O. Carm., S.T.L., M.A.
- Tammy Flippo, M.A. Theology, M.A. Teaching, Dir. Faith Formation & Enrichment
- Rob Wucki, Photographer & parishioner
Prime Time Sunday Cinema. 3:00pm on Jan 17, Feb 14 and Apr 18 Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and the Office of Adult Faith.
Join other adults for an afternoon movie in Fr. Fred Tillotson Hall. Refreshments provided. Free but reservations required (No movie during Lent).
Jan 17: “Hidden Figures.” Drama, space program
Feb 14: "My Big Fat Greek Wedding.” Comedy
Apr 18: “Risen." Drama, Easter theme
MONDAYS
Catholicism: Pivotal Players, Vol. 2. 10:30am – 12:00pm, weekly starting January 25
Facilitator: T. Flippo
This new Volume 2 was released Nov. 2020. Presents the Catholic Church’s most influential people from saints and scholars to artists and authors.
Museum Masterpieces: The Louvre. 10:30am – 12:00pm, weekly starting March 15
Facilitator: T. Flippo
Part of “The Great Courses” series, this session consists of lectures from Prof. Richard Brettell of The Univ. of Texas at Dallas on the works of Leonardo, Rembrandt, Rubens and Boucher; to name a few.
TUESDAYS
All small group sessions are from 10:30-11:30am.
Facilitator: T. Flippo
Alongside the intellectual pillar of faith formation are the equally important pastoral, spiritual and human pillars. Small groups allow participants to read and reflect upon various themes in Scripture while sharing life experiences. Join us for one, two or all three offerings on the below themes:
1. Small Groups: Pilgrim People. January 19, 26 and Feb 2
God's call sometimes leads and sometimes sends, and the destinations can be new and wondrous or dark and dangerous. What has been or is your journey?
2. Small Groups: Dashed Hopes. February 9, 16 and 23
Explores passages from prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah as well as Jesus' agony in the garden. Where do we turn when best-laid plans become shattered dreams?
3. Small Groups: Forgiveness. March 2, 9 and 16
“No matter how long the wait, no matter how dark the night, morning comes as a promise to every soul who waits for the Lord.” Explore passages that affirm God's mercy, encourage forgiveness and transforms us and our relationships.
WEDNESDAYS
OLMC Book Club. 12:00pm-1:30pm; 2nd Wednesday each month
Facilitator: T. Flippo
Read works of fiction by Catholic authors then discuss the texts from a Catholic perspective. Recent books have included "The Man Who Was Thursday" by G. K. Chesterton and "The Death of a Pope" by Piers Paul Read. Come join the conversation! Upcoming books:
- February: "The Devil's Advocate" by Morris West
- March: "The Father's Tale" by Michael D. O'Brien
- April: "The Clowns of God" by Morris West
he texts from a Catholic perspective. Recent books have included The Man Who Was Thursday by G.K. Chesterton Photography as a Spiritual Practice. 9:30am-10:30am; 3rd Wednesday each month
Facilitator: R. Wucki
Viewing God’s beautiful creation through the camera’s lens. Features monthly assignments on selected themes.
Paint, Pray & Play. 1:30-3:00pm; January 20, 27 & February 3
Facilitator: T. Flippo
Unlock your inner Picasso! You do not have to know how to draw or paint but requires purchase of your own materials (contact parish office for details). Refreshments provided.
THURSDAYS
The Book of Job. 10:30am – Noon; February 18, 25, and March 4th
Facilitator: Fr. Fred
These talks look at one of the greatest pieces of literature of all time as well as a profound and inspired inquiry into the question of "why bad things happen to good people." Read the book as we journey with the innocent Job as he comes to terms with God's will and the mystery of suffering that it reveals.
Introduction to the Old Testament. 10:30am – Noon; May 13, 20 and 27th
Facilitator: Fr. Fred
This series of talks is intended as an introduction for those who would like to know more about the Old Testament to help them to understand and read it. Surveys the various books of the Old Testament within their historical, social and cultural context as well as their various literary styles. Presents the journey of God’s chosen people through the lens of salvation history to its fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
I Have a Question...? 10:30am – Noon; June 3, 10, and 17
Facilitator: Fr. Fred
This series of shared discussions deals with questions from participants. So often people say " I have all kinds of questions about my faith but I don't know anybody to ask." Now is your time! Bring your questions and we will write them down or just volunteer them. Fr. Fred will do his best to respond! There is no such thing as a stupid question. If you want an answer, it is not stupid. We will go wherever the discussion leads.
SPECIAL EVENTS
A Morning with The Gospel of Life. 8:00 - 11:00am; Thursday, January 21st
Facilitators: Fr. Fred Tillotson and Tammy Flippo with guest speaker: DOV Respect Life Office, Jeanne Berdeaux, Director
In anticipation of the Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Life on January 22nd, this morning event on the day prior begins with 8:00am Mass followed by Adoration with Rosary for Life. After continental breakfast, listen to two talks centered on Pope St. John Paul II’s Evangelium Vitae and the current work of the DOV Respect Life office.
Men’s Lenten Retreat, OLPH Retreat Ctr. 9:00am – 3:00pm; Wednesday, Feb. 24th
Leader: Rev. Mark Yavarone, OMV
Women’s Lenten Retreat, OLPH Retreat Ctr. 9:00am – 3:00pm; Thursday, March 4th
Author, Inspirational Speaker and Florida resident, Donna Heckler