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Where Are You Going? RCIA Program Begins Sunday, October 26

Posted on October 3, 2014 | Comments Off on Where Are You Going? RCIA Program Begins Sunday, October 26

RCIAHave your travels taken you near and far?
Is there a deep longing within you for something more?
Catholicism is a way of life and becoming a Catholic is a life long journey in faith.

  • If you are not Catholic and interested in learning more about the Catholic faith…
  • If you are Catholic but never received all the sacraments of initiation (baptism, communion, confirmation)…
  • If you have been away from the church but have returned and want to know more…
  • If you are Catholic and want to share the journey…

…then this invitation to the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults is for you.  The RCIA is primarily a journey of faith. It is a process, rooted in history, which educates in the Catholic faith and, if so desired, prepares adults to receive the sacraments of the Church, usually at Easter. More than that, it involves entering into a relationship with the risen Christ and a community of God’s people. It begins, in the words of an anonymous believer, with an “awareness of the stirring of faith and curiosity within one’s heart, to a life of faith, love, and justice lived in communion with Catholics throughout the world.” It begins here at St. John’s on Sunday, October 26 at 10:00am in the Rectory (next to the church). It begins with your questions and the freedom to discern your decision to follow this path. For more information, please contact Svea Fraser at (781) 237-7560 or sveafraser@comcast.net

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Bible Study and AFFC Calendar

Posted on October 3, 2014 | Comments Off on Bible Study and AFFC Calendar

AFFC LogoBible Study – An Open Invitation

Would you enjoy reading and discussing the Gospel of St. John in a small group setting? Two small groups invite you to join them this fall as they explore John’s gospel. Details and contact information below.

Fridays 9:00-11:00am
In the Parish Center beginning October 10
Contact Julie McConville at jfmcconville@comcast.net

Every other Thursday 10:00-11:30am
In the Waban area
For information contact Barbara Pyles at pylesb@bc.edu

AFFC Calendar

Tuesday, October 7 – Evening for Women
6:30pm  Church/Social Hall
More info…

Thursday, October 9 – Book Discussion Group
7:30 p.m. in the Parish Center
More info…

Thursday, October 9 – C21 Event at B.C.
6:00-9:00pm Boston College Robsham Theater
Dead Man Walking: A Conversation with Sr. Helen Prejean
More info…

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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C21 Event with Sr. Helen Prejean, C.S.J. on Thursday, October 9 at Boston College

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C21_DMW_PrejeanDead Man Walking: A Conversation with Sr. Helen Prejean 
Thursday, October 9 – 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Boston College – Robsham Theater, Chestnut Hill Campus
Come watch the blockbuster film Dead Man Walking about a convicted murderer on death row and the nun (Sr. Helen Prejean, C.S.J.) who establishes a special relationship with him. Following the movie, Sr. Prejean hosts a conversation about her life’s work ministering to offenders and their families, and explores more broadly ways that the Catholic Church does and can reach out to the marginalized in our society.
Free of charge, no registration. Seating will be first-come, first-served, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m. Co-sponsored by The Church in the 21st Century Center and the School of Theology and Ministry

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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Evening for Women – Tuesday, October 7, 6:30pm

Posted on September 26, 2014 | Comments Off on Evening for Women – Tuesday, October 7, 6:30pm

heart-of-godPlease join us on Tuesday, October 7 at 6:30pm  in the Church Social Hall for our Opening Program of the new year!   Evening for Women is an evening of reflection, prayer and sharing. Cardinal Martini once described grace as knowing that “you have been loved for a very long time.” This year’s Program for Women will take us deeply into this truth, that we may help one another embrace its reality and be transformed. Please bring your favorite Fall recipe for our fabulous ‘Pot Luck’ dinner. All Welcome!
Moderator: Sr. Evelyn Ronan, SND

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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Book Discussion Group – Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm

Posted on September 26, 2014 | Comments Off on Book Discussion Group – Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm

booksThe selection for this month’s Adult Faith Formation Book Discussion Group is “The Joy of the Gospel” by Pope Francis.  Join us on Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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Explore the Faith With RCIA

Posted on September 23, 2014 | Comments Off on Explore the Faith With RCIA

RCIAHave you been worshiping with us, but never officially took the steps to become Catholic? Have you been away from the Church and have now returned, and want to know more? Have you been a Catholic all your life, but never celebrated all the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist)? Are you married to a Catholic and attend Mass, but just don’t know what the next step is to become a member of the Catholic faithful?

Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) is a program designed to prepare Catholics who have not had the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Holy Communion and/or Confirmation, and to prepare non-Catholics and non-practicing Catholics to learn more about the Catholic faith. This program helps people to grow in faith and knowledge of God, and develop a deeper relationship with God as they prepare to receive the sacraments and/or consider becoming a Catholic. If you are not sure whether you want to become Catholic, you are still welcome to participate as you make your decision. There is no obligation to join the Catholic Church, and regardless of your decision, you are always welcome here at St. John the Evangelist Parish. If you would like to know more about this program, please contact Svea Fraser at (781) 237-7560. The program begins in October — All are welcome!

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C21 Lecture with James Martin, SJ on Thursday, September 25 at Boston College

Posted on September 22, 2014 | Comments Off on C21 Lecture with James Martin, SJ on Thursday, September 25 at Boston College

JamesMartinSJJesus: A Pilgrimage
Thursday, September 25, 6:30 p.m.
Robsham Theater, Chestnut Hill Campus
Presenter: James Martin, S.J.
Editor-at-large of America magazine, bestselling author, and “official chaplain” of The Colbert Report
Encounter Jesus in a new way. Father Martin will offer fascinating details about the “historical Jesus,” the real-life man who walked the earth in first-century Palestine, and will also invite you to meditate on the “Christ of faith,” the one risen from the dead. As he does in his new book Jesus: A Pilgrimage, he will combines stories from a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, the most up-to-date biblical study, and profound spiritual insights to help you answer the question that Jesus first posed to his disciples: “Who do you say that I am?”
No registration. Seating will be first-come, first-served, with doors opening at 6:00 p.m.  Co-sponsored by the School of Theology and Ministry and The Church in the 21st Century Center

Book Discussion Group: Next meeting will be Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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C21 Lecture with Kenneth Himes, OFM on Tuesday, September 23 at Boston College

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C21_HimesThe Poor: What did Jesus Preach? What does the Church Teach?
Tuesday, September 23, 5:30 p.m.
Gasson Hall, Room 100, Chestnut Hill Campus
Presenter: Kenneth Himes, O.F.M.,
Associate Professor of Theology, Boston College Theology Department
Fr. Ken Himes will explore how compassion for the poor reflects an acceptance of our own humanity and that of others, and is ultimately a key element of our journey to know Christ.
Free of charge and open to the public. Please RSVP.  Co-sponsored by The Church in the 21st Century Center, the School of Theology and Ministry, and the Theology Department

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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Why Catholic?

Posted on September 13, 2014 | Comments Off on Why Catholic?

St. Paul’s wwhycatholiclanguages-158x160ill soon be gathering into small faith communities for Why Catholic?. Why Catholic? is a faith formation and evangelization program offered by the Archdiocese for adults to explore the richness of their Catholic faith, deepen their relationship with Christ and share more fully in the mission of the Church. This fall, the program’s theme is “Eucharist – Bread for the Journey” and focuses on the importance of full, active participation in Sunday Mass, the centrality of Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist, the celebration of the Paschal Mystery, and how Catholics live this mystery in their daily lives. This program is open to St. John’s parishioners and gives them an opportunity to meet new friends and share our faith in the comfort of a parishioner’s home. Why Catholic? will begin the week of October 6 and will meet once a week for 6 weeks. More information and signups will be available during the month of September. New members are welcome as well as returning participants. If you would like to be a group leader or open up your home for a group please contact Kay Kociuba, St. Paul Pastoral Associate at (781) 235-1060.

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September 14: News from AFFC

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Boston College Continuing Education On-Campus Events for Fall 2014

C21_HimesThe Poor: What did Jesus Preach? What does the Church Teach?
Tuesday, September 23, 5:30 p.m.
Gasson Hall, Room 100, Chestnut Hill Campus
Presenter: Kenneth Himes, O.F.M.,
Associate Professor of Theology, Boston College Theology Department
Fr. Ken Himes will explore how compassion for the poor reflects an acceptance of our own humanity and that of others, and is ultimately a key element of our journey to know Christ.
Free of charge and open to the public. Please RSVP.
Co-sponsored by The Church in the 21st Century Center, the School of Theology and Ministry, and the Theology Department

JamesMartinSJJesus: A Pilgrimage
Thursday, September 25, 6:30 p.m.
Robsham Theater, Chestnut Hill Campus
Presenter: James Martin, S.J.
Editor-at-large of America magazine, bestselling author, and “official chaplain” of The Colbert Report
Encounter Jesus in a new way. Father Martin will offer fascinating details about the “historical Jesus,” the real-life man who walked the earth in first-century Palestine, and will also invite you to meditate on the “Christ of faith,” the one risen from the dead. As he does in his new book Jesus: A Pilgrimage, he will combines stories from a pilgrimage to the Holy Land, the most up-to-date biblical study, and profound spiritual insights to help you answer the question that Jesus first posed to his disciples: “Who do you say that I am?”
No registration. Seating will be first-come, first-served, with doors opening at 6:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the School of Theology and Ministry and The Church in the 21st Century Center

Book Discussion Group: Next meeting will be Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm in the Parish Center.

St. John’s Adult Faith Formation Commission
Email: AFFC@stjohnwellesley.org

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