Adult Faith Formation

- Faith Formation
Interior of St. Joseph Church, Epiphany Parish
picture credit: Jim Wolf (2016)
Commission Members

Bev Faber-Sacred Heart Parish Manly- Chair
Carol Franta- Epiphany Parish - ViceChair
Kelly Penn- Epiphany- Secretary
Judy Grunwald- St. Patrick Parish Clear Lake
Kim Thyne- Sacred Heart Parish Rockwell
Fr. Neil Manternach
National Catholic Register
- What Does it REALLY Mean to be Pro‑Life?
  
  By Steven D. Greydanus | Within the last week, the term “pro-life” has come under crossfire from two Catholic writers coming from almost diametrically opposed perspectives. “The Pro-Life...
Catholic Link
- How “Lady Bird” Forever Changed Who I Invite To Retreats
  
  I’m always wary of watching things that Hollywood puts out that involve elements of the Catholic Church. I prepare myself... The post How “Lady Bird” Forever Changed Who I Invite To Retreats appeared...
- 6 Things To Know About The Journey Of Life | Gospel Reflection
  
  Meditation for the 15th Sunday of Ordinary Time Life is a great journey that constantly calls us to leave... The post 6 Things To Know About The Journey Of Life | Gospel Reflection appeared...

Area Faith Formation Commission

T o use our gift of faith and our love of God and neighbor to lead, develop, and inspire life-long faith formation so that all Catholics are motivated, empowered, and enabled to live as disciples of Christ.
Word on Fire
Grotto Blog
- 3 Ways Shopping Vintage Makes a Difference
  
  A normal Saturday for me always involves coffee, comfy shoes, and hours spent in my local thrift stores. It sounds like a typical weekend errand, but for the past year, this ritual has been strictly...
- What Is a Sacristy?
  
  In this episode of Catholic101, we asked these young adults if they can guess the definition of ‘sacristy.’ Can you? Here’s a hint: you can find one in every Catholic church. Video Transcript Natural:
- Hammered Dulcimer: Giving New Life to an Ancient Instrument
  
  When Ted Yoder’s hammered dulcimer cover of Tear For Fears went viral, his music moved people in a way that he never imagined. “What I want to do most with my music is just bring people peace,” he...
PICTURE: the crucifix behind the altar at St. Joseph Church.