Tuesday, October 28, 5:30 p.m.
LIFE MATTERS: REFLECTIONS ON THE SYNOD ON THE FAMILY
Lecture by James Bretzke, S.J.
Boston College Theology and Ministry Library Auditorium, Brighton Campus Free of charge.
This talk reflects on the recently concluded Extraordinary Synod on the Family called by Pope Francis, and discusses the major themes that emerged from that October meeting of bishops and Church leaders from around the world. Particular attention will also be given to the input offered by the American bishops, especially in light of the perennial concerns voiced about the array of life matters and family values that intersect with political choices Catholic voters must make in the election.
Tuesday, November 4, 6:30 p.m.
EVENING FOR WOMEN
St. John Church/Social Hall, Moderator: Sr. Evelyn Ronan
Cardinal Carlo Martini once described grace as knowing that “you have been loved for a very long time.” Through prayer, reflection and sharing, this year’s
program will take us deeply into this truth, that we may help each other embrace its reality and be transformed. Includes a fabulous ‘Pot Luck’; please bring your
favorite Fall recipe. All Welcome!
November 13, 7:30 p.m.
ST. JOHN’S BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP: THE SYNOD OF BISHOPS ON THE FAMILY
St. John Parish Center
All members of the parish are invited to the November 13 meeting of the Parish Book Discussion Group. The topic will be “The Synod of Bishops on the Family”, and our discussion will focus on both the process and structure of decision-making in the Vatican and the substance of the many issues discussed (or that should have been discussed!) There has been extensive press coverage of the October meeting in Rome; thus we are asking participants in the November 13 meeting to read as much as possible and come prepared to express your conclusions, opinions, reservations, hopes and expectations. These are obviously important challenges in the life of our Church and we all have a serious responsibility to become as informed as possible. One new and wonderful source of information is CRUX, the website of Catholic news sponsored by The Boston Globe. For further information and to give us an idea of how many will attend, please contact John Stewart (617.969.0950) or Peter Mongeau.
St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org
