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2021/2022 ~ OMC Adult Faith Formation


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SAVE THE DATE: ONE-NIGHT PARISH MISSION COMING in 2022
"Lord Teach Me to Prayer"
Presenter: Peter Andrastek

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 ~ 7:00 PM (Church)
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You want to save this date to participate in our One-Night Parish Mission.  Our Presenter, Peter Andrastek has worked in adult formation in the Church since 2003. He holds a Master’s Degree in Pastoral Theology from Ave Maria University. His experience includes preaching retreats, teaching theology and adult catechesis courses, being a guest lecturer at seminaries, and giving presentations and trainings for numerous parishes, dioceses, movements, and institutions in the Church. He also has articles published in Notre Dame’s Church Life Journal. Peter currently advises a team that serves over 110 ministries around the world, including dioceses, parishes, and military bases. He lives in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin with his wife and eight children.  More information to follow!


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​New to OMC this Fall: Individual Spiritual Direction
 
Sister Christine has recently become certified as a Spiritual Director and is available to meet one-on-one for individual spiritual direction.  Generally, people meet once a month with a Spiritual Director.  It is an opportunity to have someone help you listen more closely to where God is leading you in your life.  Spiritual direction encourages a person to deepen their relationship with God and discern how that relationship impacts their everyday lives. In the midst of a busy life it is sometimes difficult to notice God’s action.  Yet, at our deepest level, all of us long for a more conscious experience of God’s presence and love.  Spiritual Direction can help us notice and embrace more fully God’s presence.  This opportunity is open to people of all faith tradition.  For additional information contact Sister Christine at 215-247-0430 or chrstinessj@omcparish.com.


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Peace & Justice Presents:
​Experiences at the Border

Sunday, October 17 - 12:15 PM (Parish Hall)

​The OMC Peace and Justice Committee is sponsoring a presentation and sharing by Sister Cecelia Cavanaugh, SSJ and OMC Parishioner, Patricia Harrington ~ both of whom spent time helping the children and families at the border.  Come and hear about their first hand experiences and the people they encountered, ministered to, and embraced as God's People.  


Spiritual Book Group Gatherings
Meets Third Thursday of the Month, 7:30 to 9:00 PM (Parish Hall; Masks required)
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This group is open to anyone who want to read a good book and join a discussion!  You can come and go according to your schedule and the book you would like to read/discuss.  Come as often you you desire and your schedule permits. No registration required... just show up and enjoy!  All are welcome!  (Note: All books can be purchased on Amazon or Kindle)
  • September 16 ~ Under the Sun of Satan by Georges Bernanos
  • October 21 ~ Precious Bane by Mary Webb
  • November 18 ~ By What Authority?: Foundations for Understanding Authority in the Church Richard R. Gaillardetz
  • December 16 ~ The Time Before You Die: A Novel of the Reformation​ by Lucy Beckett​

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Grief and the Holidays: Surviving the Loss of a Loved One
Presenter: Sister Christine Konopelski, SSJ
​Wednesday, November 3 ~ 7:00 to 8:30 PM (Parish Center; Large Conference Room)


​Have you lost a loved one recently... or some time ago?  Are you trying to figure out how you will survive this next holiday season?  If so, come and rest for awhile and learn some things that may help support you during this difficult time.  Be held in prayer and in the safety of others who have also felt a similar loss.  Time for prayer, input, sharing, just being, and reverencing the gift of your loved one will be included within the evening.  To register or for additional information, contact Sr. Christine at christinessj@omcparish.com. 


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​Advent Small Communities of Faith
Don’t do Lent Alone! Join a Virtual Small Group!
“Let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works.” Hebrews 10:24

 
 Join a virtual small group via Zoom and focus on the true meaning of Advent.  Small groups are facilitated by fellow parishioners, and gather by Zoom this year to discuss life and faith, reflect on God’s Word together – applying the Sunday readings to daily life, and praying for and with one another.  There are no teachers in small groups (except the Holy Spirit!), just friends seeking God together.  Advent groups meet for 4 weeks, beginning the week of November 14 or 21.  Interested?  Look for additional information coming in November.  To register contact Sister Christine by November 14 at 215-247-0430 or christinessj@omcparish.com.  All are welcome!  Encourage a friend to join too!


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​Begin the Holy Season of Advent with a Service Opportunity
Sunday, November 28 ~ 10:00 AM (Parish Hall)
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Come as a family, as a couple, a single person.... young or old... all are welcome!    Prepare food snack bags to be used in area shelters and for those who are home-bound.  Add a little note of greeting and a small ornament to bring a smile to the face of those in need.   Pre-Registration is required on or before Thursday, November 18.  Contact Sister Christine at 215-247-0430 or christinessj@omcparish.com.


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Advent Morning of Reflection and Retreat
Saturday Morning, December 4 ~ 9:30 AM to 12 Noon 
​Parish Center and Chapel

Presenter: Sister Christine Konopelski, SSJ
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Stay focused on what is truly important during this holy season of Advent.  Come for a few hours to rest in the Lord and still your heart for the Lord is coming!   Pre-Registration is required on or before Monday, November 29.  Contact Sister Christine at 215-247-0430 or christinessj@omcparish.com.


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Advent Stillness... An Evening of Taize Prayer
Tuesday, November 30 ~ 7:00 PM (Church - Masks Required)

Enter into prayerful stillness and contemplation through this evening of Taize prayer and music.  Come with hearts open to encounter Emmanuel, God with us!  In the very depths of our soul, God is present and waiting.
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​ Two NEW Virtual Opportunities
for On-going Adult Faith Formation

Expand your knowledge and your horizons as you grow deeper in your faith and closer to God!
 
“EC Next Step”: Grow closer to God one step at a time!
 This is an innovative discipleship tool which offers individuals an opportunity to deepen their spirituality and call to discipleship through short modules which include input, short videos, questions and reflections on arious topics.  It is FREE and available to anyone through our parish Reach More subscription.  To learn more and/or to sign visit ecnextstep.com.  
 
Revive Courses: An opportunity to grow in our Baptismal Call to leadership!
 The Archdiocese of Philadelphia is grateful to partner with Revive Parishes, an organization that provides online ministry training for parish leaders taught by the best and most experienced Catholic ministry practitioners in the country.  WE ARE ALL PARISH LEADERS by virtual of our Baptism.  Revive provides individuals with a way to enrich their own ministry in our world and in our parish so that they can more effectively care for others and “be the presence of Christ in our world.”  To learn more and to start of FREE course visit: www.archphila.org/revive.


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