Adults

 

OCIA

Deacon Bill Kenney, OCIA Director


The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) is a spiritual journey of faith and conversion to seek and find the living God. The OCIA is a time of discovery and preparation in building relationship with God and His Church. The process includes a series of Periods, Steps, and Liturgical rites within this journey. This journey is not taken alone. The entire OCIA Staff, a Sponsor, the Pastor, and the Holy Spirit will instruct and guide the catechumen’s faith formation. At the acceptable time, the Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, and Confirmation) are conferred bringing the catechumen into full participation, community, and union with the Church. Life-long continuous growth, formation, and witness is necessary to strengthen and persevere in faith; to live as an intentional disciple of Christ, for the glory of God.
For adults who have been baptized and are seeking to receive Eucharist and Confirmation, the same process is used.
For more information, contact Deacon Bill Kenney, OCIA Director or Marie Sheridan.

 

If you are wondering why the name change from OCIA to RCIA, check out this article in the Catholic News Agency.

We are soon beginning our process with adults desiring to receive sacraments.


We will be holding our sessions on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-8 PM beginning September 9.


We will be posting the session topics here and any adult who desires to learn more about their faith is very welcome to join us any week. Many Catholics have not pursued advancing their faith knowledge as an adult and so struggle with why we believe what we do and do what we do. If this is you and you are available we will be meeting in RE Room 7 & 8. Come join us!


For questions contact Deacon Bill wkenney8@sbcglobal.net 

or Marie Sheridan—msheridandre@gmail.com

Men’s and Women’s Groups


Men’s Bible Study – 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month at 9 AM
               Contact Bill Kenney 517-518-1286

Funeral Liturgy Pre-Planning


Many people really struggle with death and don’t even want to talk about funerals. For people of faith, it is a normal and expected part of our journey to eternal life with Jesus. Are you interested in picking out your preferred scripture readings and music for your own funeral—this can be comforting to you and a huge help to your family. I will meet with anyone interested to help you with the planning process. You can begin by picking up a packet either in the parish office or on the Christian Service table in Higgins Hall. Take it home and spend some time with it and then call or email to set up an appointment to review your plan. ~ Marie Sheridan, St. Agnes Funeral Coordinator

Join our Journey Through Scripture Beginning Monday, September 14

The Bible Timeline®: The Story of Salvation is a powerful journey through Scripture from Creation to the establishment of the Church. Filmed in breathtaking locations across the Holy Land, Egypt, Rome, and beyond, this updated edition brings God’s Word to life.


Guided by renowned teacher Jeff Cavins and other trusted presenters, you will explore fourteen key narrative books across twenty-four video sessions that reveal the Bible’s complete story.

Using the groundbreaking color-coded Bible Timeline® system, the same system used in the Bible in a Year podcast, you will follow the major people, places, and events of Scripture through twelve time periods, gaining a clear understanding of God’s plan and your place within it.


Some may remember that we did this series many years ago. It has been updated and is well worth taking the journey again!

This is a 24 week study so we will do 12 weeks in the Fall and 12 in the Spring. We will meet on Mondays from 1-3 PM and again from 6-8 PM for those who need an evening program. 


Watch for details on ordering the study guide that goes with the program. If you have questions, reach out to Marie Sheridan at msheridandre@gmail.com or call the office at 517-223-8684, ext. 309.

Are you Grieving the loss of a loved one?

We are offering Journeying Through Grief, a 6 week grief support process at St. Agnes on Monday, September 14-November 2 from 3:30-5:00 PM.

This process was created by Stephen Ministries and covers the topics—

  • A Time to Grieve
  • Experiencing Grief
  • Finding Hope and Healing
  • Rebuilding and Remembering

This process is designed for those who struggle with the loss of a loved one, whether it just happened or happened a long time ago.

All are welcome—there is no cost

Let Marie know at the office if you would like to join us or if you have questions.