ST. STEPHEN PARISH

676 Kearny Ave, Kearny, New Jersey 07032

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 QUESTIONS

What is Why Catholic?

 

Why Catholic? is a unique adult faith formation program that is solidly based on Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

 

Why Catholic? offers a concrete approach to help adults deepen their Catholic faith and connect its teachings to their everyday lives.

 

Why Catholic? encourages learning in a prayerful small-community setting

 

 

Who would benefit from Why Catholic?

 

*Catholics who want to deepend their faith

* Parents who want to pass on their faith

* Catechists who want to enhance their faith

* Adult candidates and catechumens who want to learn the faith

Parish organizations and staff who want to reflect on their faith

 

How can I Be Involved?

 

Join a Small Christian Community

Using a Book 1 on the Profession of Faith, groups will meet for 6 weeks starting October 8th. Sign up at Mass on Sunday, September 24th or call any of coordinators.

 

Attend the Parish retreats and Enrichment Sessions

Every six months the parish will gather to deepen understanding of our Catholic identity through a faith enrichment presentation or a retreat experience. Watch bulletin for details adn dates.

 

Read: Renewing Family Faith

These weekly bulletins will enrich the lives of everyone. Through stories, blessings, Scripture, activities, and additional resources, explore the important teachings of our Catholic faith.

 

For more information, you can call the rectory at 201-998-331, or you can call one of the Why Catholic Planning Team.

 

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Let your steadfast love, O LORD, be upon us, even as we hope in you. Psalm 33:22