Adult and Family Faith Formation
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Adult and Family Formation Groups
ARC-Adult Religious Catechesis
ARC is an adult education ministry with the mission of engaging the parishioners of St. Paul of The Cross to live a more abundant life in Christ by seeking to more fully know and understand the truth and beauty of the Catholic faith. We do this through discussion and instruction in an environment that allows us to question, grapple with, and ultimately uphold the teachings of Christ, preserved and passed on to us through his Church.
Our programs are held in the Deacon Joe Community Center, begin at 6:00 PM and run to about 7:30 PM, so it’ not a late evening. Light refreshments and beverages will be available for all in attendance as well as childcare. There is no sign-up necessary, just show up on Wednesday evening.
2023-2024 Schedule
All sessions are 6:00-7:30 pm in the Deacon Joe Community Center.
September 20-Catholic Q&A presented by the ARC team
September 27-LGBTQ presented by Jacob Alles
October 4-Marriage and Divorce presented by Vanessa Schoon
October 11-Abortion presented by Kevin Rupp
October 18-Not Your Grandma’s Family presented Planning by Stephanie Hamilton
October 25-No ARC, Fall Break
November 1-No ARC, All Saint’s Day
November 8-Communion of Saints presented by Vanessa Schoon and Arianna Smith
November 15-Saints II presented by Vanessa Schoon
November 22-No ARC, Thanksgiving Break
November 29-Salvation History I presented by Jacob Alles
December 6-Salvation History II presented by Jacob Alles
December 13-Salvation History II presented by Jacob Alles
December 20-No ARC, Christmas Break
December 27-No ARC, Christmas Break
January 3-No ARC, Christmas Break
January 10-Catholic Spiritual Goals presented by Kevin Rupp
January 17-Fallen Away Catholics presented by Kevin Rupp
January 24-How to Get to Heaven in 3 Simple Steps presented by Stephanie Hamilton
January 31-Heaven, Hell and Purgatory I
February 7-Heaven, Hell and Purgatory II
February 14-TBD
February 21-TBD
February 28-TBD
March 6-TBD
March 13-TBD
March 20-TBD
March 27-No ARC, Holy Week
April 3-No ARC, Spring Break
April 10-TBD
April 17-TBD
April 24-TBD
May 1-TBD
May 8-TBD
May 15-TBD
May 22-TBD
Catholic Book Club
- Read books that help to grow your understanding of your Catholic faith.
- Share fellowship and faith with your church community.
- Draw closer to the heart of Jesus.
In November, we will be reading the book This is My Body by Bishop Robert Barron. It will dive deeper into the Eucharist, but it is still a short, engaging read. Book club is open to anyone-regardless if you attended the first session. It will be held two nights total: Sunday, November 5 and 19th 6-8 pm. Please sign up in the Narthex and grab your free book!
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Feeding our fellow parishioners in time of need.
Work with a team to provide meals for others following major life events like the birth of a baby, an illness, a move, the death of a loved on, etc.
Contact the church office if you need a meal or would like to provide a meal to someone in need.
Funeral Dinner Ministry
We provide meals to families after the funeral of a loved one. It’s a way to offer comfort and support to grieving members of our parish community.
Contact the church office to be put in contact with the Funeral Dinner Ministry Team.
Holy Hour of Power-all ages welcome!
One Friday a month, 6-7 pm.
Adoration, Praise and Worship, Confession and Benediction
Come let us worship our King!
Upcoming Holy Hour of Power Nights: November 17
Homeschool Gatherings
Gather together with fellow homeschooling families from our parish and share fellowship.
We are looking for a volunteer to lead our catholic homeschool group! If you are interested, please contact Jessica at pastoralassociate@saintpaulcc.or
Rosary Group-all ages welcome!
Join us every Tuesday morning at 10 am in the couch room and pray the Most Holy Rosary with us. No registration required!
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul
Together, we are the hands and feet of Jesus, doing His work and serving those He dearly loves. Sharing our gifts is a clear demonstration that people of faith are never alone. When we serve God and our Church by serving the poor, we really do make a difference!
Food Pantry Hours: EVERY Monday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. Third Monday of the month from 5:30 pm-6:30 pm.
RCIA
The Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults meets 6-7:30 pm on Wednesdays to delve into the Catholic faith. Food and childcare provided.
Rosary Making Ministry
The Rosary making class is the last Saturday of the month following the 5:00 pm Mass. These Rosaries are nice to hand out at St. Vincent de Paul food pantry. This can lead into a great conversation about God. We have people stop into the church on a daily basis and ask if they can take one or two. Our church alone goes through quite a few and others are given to area churches in the Diocese to share. No need to worry about dinner because the friendly people who come like to provide food to share among everyone. All are welcome to come to this great ministry!
Young at Heart (55 and older)
Join us for Mass at 10:30 am, a short presentation on topics of the faith and food and fellowship.
Next gathering: Thursday, November 9. Mass at 10:30 am followed by guest speaker, Sister M. Anita Holzmer, OSF, then we will share a Thanksgiving meal. Please sign up in the Narthex or use the form below.
