Beginning This First Sunday of Advent: A New Parish-Wide Adult Faith Formation Series
Today we joyfully enter the holy season of Advent a season marked by hope, expectation, and the longing of God’s people for the coming of the Messiah. As we begin this new liturgical year, our parish is excited to launch a significant new initiative for adult faith formation in direct response to the needs expressed by you, the people of Mary, Mother of Our Savior Parish, through our most recent Disciple Maker Index (DMI) Survey.
Many parishioners indicated a desire for more opportunities to grow in the Catholic Faith and shared that they often do not feel confident explaining or sharing the Faith with others.
This new initiative is designed to meet that need in a focused, accessible, and spiritually rich way.
Beginning this Wednesday, and continuing every Wednesday during Advent, our parish will host a brand-new Advent Adult Catechesis Series rooted in Bishop Robert Barron’s powerful new book,
What Christians Believe: Understanding the Nicene Creed
This compelling work guides readers line-by-line through the Nicene Creed, illuminating its biblical foundations and the depth of what we proclaim every Sunday. It is an ideal resource for believers seeking to understand their faith more deeply and to grow in confidence as missionary disciples.
All participants will receive a complimentary copy of the book, and parishioners are welcome to pick up a copy early in the parish office if they would like to begin reading ahead.
Each Wednesday evening will form a beautiful sequence of prayer, fellowship, and formation an opportunity to enter more fully into this sacred season.
We begin with Advent Holy Hours from 5:15–6:30PM at the Lourdes Campus, which include Eucharistic Adoration, the communal praying of Vespers, and the Sacrament of Confession.
This peaceful time before the Lord prepares our hearts for the coming of Christ.
Following the Holy Hour, all are invited to our Advent Soup Suppers from 6:30–7:00PM in the Seton Center, a simple meal shared with parishioners and friends, fostering the warmth of community as we journey together through Advent.
At 7:00PM, we will gather in the Seton Center for our Adult Catechesis Series, focusing each week on one portion of the Creed as presented in Bishop Barron’s book. Sessions will include teaching, discussion, and practical steps for living and sharing the Faith.
This First Sunday of Advent is a perfect moment to begin anew. I invite everyone families, young adults, longtime parishioners, and those returning after time away to join us for these enriching evenings. Let this Advent be a season of deep renewal and intentional growth as a parish family. Come, Lord Jesus!
Your Servant in Christ,
Father Jason C. Hage, Pastor
Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us!
Our Lady of the Rosary, pray for us!
Mary, Mother of Our Savior, pray for us!