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ADVENT & LENTEN
EVENING SCRIPTURE
REFLECTION GROUPS
These gatherings are a time of faith sharing, rather
than lecture, bible study, or debate. The goal is to hear from each other. In turn we will hear how each group member
understands Scripture passages and how each one recognizes what the Word of God is saying to them. There are no wrong answers.
Because participants are all different, they can look forward to hearing a variety of ideas and insights.
These groups will meet from 7:30-9p.m. in the Nazareth Institute located
in the Convent, at the corner of 62 Street & Bay Parkway. This group meets during Advent and Lent only.
These groups are led by our Pastoral Associate, John Fruner. John holds a B.A. in Religion, a B.S. in Human Services, an M.S. in Human Services, an M.A. in Theology and
an M.S.W. (Master of Clinical Social Work) while currently studying for an M.S.Ed. leading to a Doctorate in Education.
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THURSDAY MORNING
SCRIPTURE
REFLECTION GROUP
Like our Advent & Lenten Evening Scripture Reflection Groups, this group provides time for faith
sharing based on the upcoming Sunday's Scriptures. We begin by meeting in church for Morning Prayer at 8:45a.m., followed
by daily Mass at 9a.m. After Mass we meet in the Nazareth Institute until about 11:30a.m. This group meets weekly,
September to June. A breakfast of coffee, bagels, rolls or danishes is provided each week.
"All scripture is inspired by God and is useful for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in
righteousness, so that everyone who belongs to God may be proficient, equipped for every good work." (2 Timothy 3:16)
HERE ARE SOME
GOOD SCRIPTURE WEBSITES:
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Biblical Theology
Biblical Theology classes Introduce
participants to the concepts of revelation, inspiration of Scripture, qualities and characteristics of God as revealed in
Scripture. These classes usually meet for 5 sessions from 7:30-9:30p.m., beginning with a shorten version
of Evening Prayer (Vespers) and ending with Night Prayer (Compline). The class meets in the Nazareth Institute located
in the Convent at the corner of 62 Street & Bay Parkway. Classes that have been given include An Introduction
to the Gospels, The Gospel of Matthew, An Introduction to the Hebrew & Christian Scriptures.
Adult Education
Adult education offerings have included An Introduction to Sacramental Theology,
Spirituality for the Lay Christian, Where Was God on September 11th? An Introduction to Islam,
Book Clubs, and Video Discussion Groups. During Advent and Lent, the parish additionally offers
a day of Prayer and Reflection on a Sunday afternoon.
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