Winter Series:
The Rapture – January 23, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
An exploration of the various theories surrounding the “second coming” of Jesus and the portrait of Christ that is presented by each. Is there such a thing as this secret event known as “the rapture” and is it biblically based?
The Prosperity Gospel – January 30, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
A look at tel-evangelism today and its emphasis on a vision of God as the One who gives me everything that I ask for if I truly envision it and believe it. In light of this approach, where does the cross fit into the picture?
The Afterlife – February 6, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
Is there something rather than nothing that awaits us after death? We will explore this mystery in order to develop new adult images that might be suitable to replace our childhood fantasies. We will look at post-death questions such as, ‘Will I know who I am?’, ‘Will I recognize my loved ones?’
The Bible and Creation – February 13, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
What is creation? A look at the metaphorical language of the Bible and its relation to the scientific language used to describe the origin of the universe.
Salvation, Now or Later? – February 20, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
A study of the dream of God – the building of the Kingdom here on earth which stands in contrast to our childhood image of salvation as something that occurs at the end of our life.
The Robert Barron Series – St. Edwards Church & Immaculate Conception Church will be offering the Catholicism series (DVD) by Father Robert Barron during the Lenten season. The sessions at St. Edwards are on Monday evenings (7 PM) and the sessions at Immaculate Conception are on Thursday evenings (7 PM). We are featuring guest facilitators who will be able to guide us through this very beautiful and thought provoking summary of Catholic faith. We encourage all to come as part of your Lenten practice.
Amazing & Afraid, February 27th, 2012 – St. Edward’s Church presented by Rev. Patrick Butler
The Ineffable Mystery of God, March 1st, 2012 – Immaculate Conception Church presented by Rev. Robert Longobucco
The Fire of His Love, March 5th, 2012 – St. Edward’s Church presented by Rev. Ken Paulli
Our Tainted Nature’s Solitary Boast, March 8th, 2012 – Immaculate Conception Church presented by Deacon Mike Melanson
A Body Both Suffering and Glorious, March 12th, 2012 – St. Edward’s Church presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
A Vast Company of Witnesses, March 15th, 2012 – Immaculate Conception Church presented by Fran Szpylczn
Happy Are We, March 19th, 2012 – St. Edward’s Church presented by W. Thomas Dickens PhD
The Indispensable Men, March 22nd, 2012 – Immaculate Conception Church presented by Sean Caron
Word Made Flesh True Bread of Heaven, March 26th, 2012 – St. Edward’s Church presented by Rev. Patrick Butler
World Without End, March 29th, 2012 – Immaculate Conception Church presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
Spring Series:
The Book of Revelation - April 23 & 30, May 7 & 21, June 4 & 11, 2012, 7:00 – 9:00 pm Presented by G. Peter Avvento S.T.D.
The Book of Revelation is one that is politely ignored by main stream Christians who have considered it to be an eccentric cousin of those books accepted in the Canon. Its visions have spawned numerous interpretations throughout the ages. Some see it as a book of encoded prophecy which can be unlocked to reveal future happenings; others as poetic description of timeless truths; and still others as oblique descriptions of past events. We will examine this book written in a style known as “apocalyptic” and draw our own conclusions.