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Saint John Neumann Catholic Church 301-977-7990 |
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Religious Formation |
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Street Address:
9000 Warfield Road Gaithersburg, MD 20882
Mailing Address:
8900 Lochaven Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20882 |
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Adult Faith Formation |
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Adult Faith Formation Programs
See the News Bulletins page and/or the Religious Formation Calendar for current Adult Faith Formation Offerings
General Statement:
The goal of the Adult Faith Formation Program at Saint John Neumann is to form persons to Christ, that is to bring all those involved in the various dimensions of Adult Faith Formation Program to a mature understanding and experience of Christ as the center and well-spring of God’s eternal plan for them and for the whole of creation. This task is approached through advanced study and exploration of the meaning of Christ’s words, actions, and signs. In this respect, the aim of catechesis is more than intellectual assent to doctrinal principles. It is to help persons to grow in communion with Jesus Christ - through Whom they may enter into and enjoy a share of the life and love of the Holy Trinity.
Offerings for the Spring of 2011-2012 Year:
Session I: “How Jewish Beliefs and Practices Foreshadowed the Eucharist” Tuesday Evening, March 6th 7:15PM to 8:45PM or Friday Morning, March 9th 9:45AM to 11:15AM
A look at Jewish writings that prefigured the Eucharist and explained Jewish ideas of a messiah, a new exodus and salvation; an explanation of temple rituals involving Bread of the Presence and how they prefigured the Eucharist; how the Last Supper changed the Passover meal and the significance of the 4th cup of wine; the significance of a literal translation of "daily bread" in the Our Father and explanations of cultural meanings of other words/phrases that are not apparent in English translations.
Session II: “A View of Christ's Passion” Tuesday Evening, March 9th 7:15PM to 8:45PM or Friday Morning, March 16th 9:45AM to 11:15AM
How the 1st century idea of honor is reflected in Jesus, Mary and Caiaphas; how the preparation of temple sacrifices paralleled Christ's sacrifice; why some Gospel accounts differ, e.g., regarding Peter and the ear-cutting incident and the cock-crow; cultural influences revealed by the words and actions of Jesus and the Apostles; an explanation of words whose original meanings are lost in English translations.
Journey Through the Bible Want to know more about the Great Stories of the Bible? Once a week, beginning in September, SJN will offer a 24 week scripture course that will provide the “Big Picture” of Salvation History. For more information on specific dates and times, see the Religious Formation Calendar. Contact the RE Office to register.
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