Adult Faith Formation

Wednesday Night Fights
May 14th - June 4th, 2025
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
Upper Room - Parish Office

Join Fr. John for four nights this summer to watch and discuss popular debates between Catholics and Protestants.

The series will feature debates from Jimmy Akin, Joe Heschmeyer, and Trent Horn and will address the following topics:

• Justification
• The Bible
• The Mass
• Homosexuality

This is a great opportunity to understand the theological differences between the Catholic Church and other popular denominations as well as how to defend the Catholic position when confronted by non-Catholics. 

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Facilitated by: Fr. John Guzaldo

Introduction to the Sacraments
June 4th - July 30th, 2025
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
JPII Room - Religious Education Bldg. 

This class is for you if you are an Adult (18+) who:
 

• Is Catholic but has not been Confirmed.
• Has been Baptized but is not Catholic.
• Has never been baptized before.
• Comes to Mass but cannot receive Holy Communion. 
• Is not Catholic, but your partner (spouse, fiancé, boyfriend/girlfriend) is Catholic.
• Would like an introduction to the Catholic Faith.
• Needs a “refresher” on the basics of the Catholic Faith. 
• Plans to start OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation) in the Fall and would like to get a “head start.”

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Taught by: Alyssa Tavarez
Assisted by: Fr. John Guzaldo

The Cross or Nothing: How the Scandal of Calvary Touches Your Monday Mornings
June 5th - August 7th, 2025
Thursdays at 6:30pm
JPII Room - Religious Education Bldg. 

The Cross is more than a symbol—it’s the key to understanding God’s love and our path to true life. 

In this course, we journey through the shocking reality of crucifixion, the early Christians' struggle to embrace it, and the profound mystery of why Christ chose such a path for our redemption. 

Guided by Scripture, tradition, and the wisdom of saints like St. Thomas Aquinas, we’ll discover how the Cross is forever linked to the Resurrection, made present in the Eucharist, and offered to each of us as the pattern for living a life of love, hope, and transformation. 

Come rediscover the Cross—not just as a memory of the past, but as the invitation that shapes our future.

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Facilitated by: Chris Lincoln
Incorporating video elements from: Clement Harrold and the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology

Catholicism 101: What the Church Believes
January 6th - March 10th, 2026
Tuesdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
JPII Room - Religious Education Bldg. 

Are you curious about what the Catholic Church teaches and why? Are you preparing to become Catholic through the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)? Or maybe you’re a lifelong Catholic looking to deepen your understanding of the faith. 

This adult faith formation class offers an introduction to the core teachings of the Catholic Church. Incorporating video and discussion elements from Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained, we’ll explore essential questions like:

• Who is Jesus?
• How do Scripture and Tradition work together in our salvation?
• What is the role of the Church—and why do we have a Pope?
• Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints?
• What happens after we die?

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Taught by: Alyssa Tavarez
Assisted by: Fr. John Guzaldo

Catholicism 201: How the Church Lives
January 8th - February 12th, 2026
Thursdays from 6:30pm - 8:30pm
JPII Room - Religious Education Bldg. 
 
Ready to go deeper? Catholicism 201 builds on the basics and explores how Catholics live out their beliefs in daily life. Perfect for those in OCIA or anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Catholic moral and social teaching.

With video and discussion from Symbolon: The Catholic Faith Explained, topics include:

• The Virtues
• The Moral Law
• Human Sexual Ethics
• Catholic Social Teaching—and more.

Completion of "Catholicism 101" prior to "Catholicism 201" is not required—everyone is welcome to join, no matter where you’re starting from. Come discover how the Catholic faith shapes a life of faith, purpose, and love.

REGISTER ONLINE HERE

Taught by: Alyssa Tavarez
Assisted by: Fr. John Guzaldo