Adult Faith Formation (AFF) offers a variety of dynamic programs that foster a lifelong relationship with Jesus Christ by rooting the individual in the rich tradition of the Catholic Faith.
OCIA - The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults September 5, 2024 - June 5, 2025 Thursdays at 6:45pm JPII Room - Religious Education Bldg.
Each year on Holy Saturday during the Easter Vigil, thousands join the Catholic Church in the United States. Parishes welcome these new Catholics through the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults. (OCIA).
St. Luke's utilizes the newly revised program, Symbolon: The Faith of the Church to form those preparing for the OCIA.
If you are interested in becoming Catholic or would like to learn more about the Catholic Faith, you are invited to attend OCIA at St. Luke Catholic Church.
Led by: Fr. John Guzaldo, Richard Tucker, & the OCIA Team
Alpha is a series of small group conversations specifically designed for people who would not describe themselves as Christians or regular church-goers to explore the basics of Christianity in a friendly environment.
Every session begins with a meal and time for casual conversation. After dinner, guests will watch a video (approx. 20 minutes) that introduces an important question such as "Is there more to life than this?" After the video, guests will break into small groups to discuss. Led by: The Alpha Team
In this course, Fr. John offers a comprehensive introduction to the Catholic Church’s teachings on demonology (the study of demons) and spiritual warfare.
Aimed at adult and teen Catholics, this class will provide students with a deeper understanding of the spiritual realities that impact our daily lives, arming them with the knowledge and tools to recognize and combat the forces of evil in the world.
Join Fr. Johnfor this course and deepen your understanding of the spiritual realities that affect us all as we fight for holiness and peace in Christ. Taught by: Fr. John Guzaldo
An Introduction to the Theology of the Body January 15th - March 26th, 2025 Wednesdays at 6:30pm JPII Room - Religious Education Bldg.
This engaging and thought-provoking course offers an accessible introduction to the Theology of the Body, a groundbreaking body of teachings by Pope John Paul II.
The course delves into the profound insights about God and Man that can be gleamed from a study of the human person, especially human sexuality.
As an added bonus, this course will be covering the same basic themes that students in the Junior High and High School youth groups will be learning about this semester. Taught by: Fr. John Guzaldo