April 6, 2018 at 1:53 p.m.
CATECHETICAL SUNDAY

Faith formation events for adults


BALLSTON LAKE, Our Lady of Grace Church

* "The Dignity of Life," part of Generations of Faith, an overview of Church teaching, witness talks and discussion on life issues, and how we can reflect God's image and promote our inner sense of worth. Nov. 2: prayer and dinner, 6 p.m.; program, 6:45. Repeated Nov. 6: prayer and lunch, noon; program, 12:45 p.m. No fee. Call 399-5713.

* Bible Study: First and Second Corinthians, Mondays beginning Sept. 19, 9:30þ11 a.m. Cost: $12. Call Diane Simpson, 399-3299.

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CASTLETON, Sacred Heart Church

* "Rome in the Footsteps of Peter and Paul," two-part video with discussion. Facilitator: Wilma Johnson, Oct. 20 and 27, 7:30 p.m. Call Jane Forget, 732-1106.

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CHERRY VALLEY, St. Thomas the Apostle parish

* "What About Mark? A look at the history of Mark's Gospel and its message for us today," presented by Sr. Mary Jo Tallman, CSJ, Nov. 7. Covered dish supper at 6 p.m.; presentation and discussion, 7-8:30 p.m. Free-will offering. Call 607-264-3779.

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CLINTON HEIGHTS, Church of St. Mary

* "Francis of Assisi in 2005:" Though separated by centuries, his life speaks richly to our own desires for peace, prayer, conversion, community and Church. Presenter: Austin Byrnes, Wednesdays, Oct. 5þNov. 2, 7þ7:45 p.m. Call 449-2232.

* "Advent Longings and Handel's 'Messiah:'" In the spirit of Advent, a look at (and a listen to) the music, text, Scripture and theology of part one of the oratorio. Presenter: Austin Byrnes, Wednesdays, Nov. 30-Dec. 14, 7-7:45 p.m. Call 449-2232.

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DELMAR, St. Thomas the Apostle Church

* "The Waiting: An Advent Story in the Company of Clowns," Dec. 2, 7þ8 p.m. Call Deacon Al Manzella, 439-4951.

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GLOVERSVILLE, St. Mary of Mt. Carmel Church

* Reflections on prison ministry with Deacon Larry Groesbeck, Oct. 11, 7þ8:30 p.m. Call 725-0960.

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LOUDONVILLE, St. Pius X Church

* "From Grief to Grace," bereavement series with prayer, presentation, small-group sharing and fellowship, Oct. 5, Nov. 9 and Dec. 14, 7 p.m. Facilitators: Jeanne Pitkin and Joyce Roman. Call 462-1336.

* Women's Bible study, Wednesdays, Sept. 14þDec. 21, 10-11:30 a.m. Facilitator: Jeanne Pitkin. Call 462-1336.

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RICHFIELD SPRINGS, St. Joseph Church

* "Little Rock Scripture Study: The Gospel of John," Thursdays, Sept. 8-Nov. 17, 7-8:30 p.m. Cost of books: $11.50. Call 315-858-1682.

* Advent program, Nov. 20, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Lunch included; free-will offering.

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SCHENECTADY, Holy Cross Church

* Book discussion group on "Where Earth Meets Heaven: Seeing God in Your Life" by Ken Rolhesier. Facilitator: Sr. Joan Vlaun, OP. Mondays, Sept. 12-Jan. 9, 1þ2:30 p.m. Cost of book: $12.95. Call 372-3381, ext. 118.

* "Six Weeks with the Bible (John 11-21), 'My Peace I Give You.'" Facilitator: Sr. Joan Vlaun, OP. Tuesdays, Nov. 1þDec. 6, 1 and 7 p.m. Cost of book: $6.95. Call 372-3381, ext. 118.

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SCHENECTADY, Our Lady of Fatima Church

* "Scripture Sharing for Parents of Young Children:" Parents and preschool children gather in the nursery, and children play while parents talk, pray and share reflections on upcoming Sunday Scriptures, first and third Tuesdays, 10þ11 a.m. Call Helen Moon, 370-3136.

* Monthly book discussion group to discuss current fiction and non-fiction of a spiritual nature. Titles on request. Held third Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Call Helen Moon, 370-3136.

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SCHOHARIE, St. Catherine, Middleburgh; St. Vincent, Cobleskill; St. Joseph, Schoharie

* A Time of Retreat with Sr. Monica Murphy, CSJ, Oct. 24-26, 7 p.m. Call 234-2892.

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TROY, Christ, Sun of Justice, parish (RPI campus)

* "Talking to God -- You Gotta Be Kidding!" How, when, where and why do we talk to God through prayer and liturgy? Presenter: Father Edward Kacerguis, Sept. 28, 7 p.m. Call 276-6518.

* Book discussion group on "The Saints' Guide to Happiness" by Robert Ellsberg. Facilitator: Marie Venaglia, Oct. 12, 9þ10:30 a.m. Call 276-6518.

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