Adult Education and Formation St Joan of Arc


Adult Education and Formation

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RCIA(Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults)

More and more people outside the Church feel that something is missing from their lives. They are searching for a sense of purpose and a greater meaning to life itself. In response to this need we are running at St Joan's a programme of sharing our faith with anyone who wishes to learn more about the Christian message and the Catholic way of life.

The first of these took place last year, resulting in several new members joining our community (see picture). We are now running another session which started in Sept 2005.
For information please e-mail Carol Harnett.

Alpha

The Alpha course is a ten week practical introduction to the Christian faith. It is designed primarily for non-churchgoers and those who have recently become Christians. It is also an opportunity for churchgoers to renew their faith and learn how to share it with others. The format is a simple shared meal followed by a video presentation and small discussion groups.

For information for please email Alastair Emblem .

CaFE "Catholic Faith Exploration"

CaFE provides a series of talks and associated DVD's to explore the Catholic Faith.

We are currently running "Believe" , a six-part series based on the Creed, with talks on DVD featuring interviews with prominent men and women of faith, including: Fr Raniero Cantalamessa, Abbot Christopher Jamison, Cardinal Francis Arinze, Archbishop Mark Coleridge, Bishop Joe Grech, Fr Paul Watson, Sr Maria Natella, Lord David Alton, Jean Vanier, Delia Smith, Rev Nicky Gumbel etc.

With discussion and refreshments in a relaxed non-pressurised atmosphere.

Mondays 8.00-9.30pm in St. Joan’s Centre

1st February 2010:    “Why we believe”
8th February 2010:   “How we believe”
15th February 2010: “The Almighty Father”
22nd Feb 2010:    “The Lord Jesus Christ”
1st March 2010:   “The Holy Spirit & the Church”
8th March2010:   “The Coming Kingdom”

Registration fee: £5.00 includes workbook.
Information: 01252 714809

Sacraments

Adults who would like to discuss the possibility of receiving the Sacraments of Baptism, First Holy Communion and Reconciliation or Confirmation are welcome to contact the priest on 716711 or e-mail.

Click here for details of the programme of Sacraments for children.

Marriage

Anyone wishing to get married should give six months notice to the priest before the date proposed for the marriage. This ensures that not only the necessary document, dispensation and other formalities be dealt with but also ensures attendance at an Engaged Couples Course.

Click here for link to Marriage Care Family Ministry.

Communion for the Sick

If you are unable to get out to church please let us know by phone (01252 716711) or e-mail and we will arrange to visit you at home. Let us know if you know of a parishioner in hospital.