St. Matthew > Faith Formation > Adult Faith Formation

Are you ready to discover more, or to develop your faith? Are you yearning to deepen your relationship with Jesus and our community? Please check out our many offerings and consider joining one or more!

If you are interested in becoming Catholic, or in completing the Sacraments of Initiation as an adult, you can find out about the OCIA by clicking the button link below or by emailing Diane Kiradjieff, at dkiradjieff@stmatthewcatholic.org


To register for any of our programs, please use the button link found below. You may also choose to register in person by visiting the church office at the main campus. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 am to 4 pm.

Letter to Women, Wisdom of St. Pope John Paul II
Tuesdays, June 3 to Aug. 12 ~ 10 am to noon ~ New Life Center 234/235
In an age marked by the confusion of what it means to be a woman and how we are called to love, this course offers insights rooted in Divine Revelation. The letter helps you rediscover the beauty of your unique vocation and the power of your feminine genius.
Cost: $40
Facilitator: Christine Corbly

Matthew: The King and His Kingdom
Tuesdays, Aug. 19 to Feb. 17 ~ 9:45 to 11 am ~ New Life Center 203
Matthew portrays Jesus as the King who fulfills the Law the people of Israels have failed to keep. In Jesus, the new law is introduced that will accompany the New Covenant.
Cost: $36 (book only); $43 (book and online access)
Facilitator: Ron Groover
The Bible Timeline: Story of Salvation
Tuesdays, Aug. 19 to Feb. 17 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ New Life Center 203
Using a unique, color-coded chart, you will learn the major people, places and events of the Bible. This class will help you discover how to read and understand the Bible and introduce you to the wonderful narrative of Scripture in a way that will transform your life.
Cost: $40 (book only); $47 (book and online access)
Facilitator: Ron Groover
Consoling the Heart of Jesus: A Marion Retreat
Thursdays, Aug. 28 to Oct. 30 ~ 10 to 11:30 am ~ New Life Center 239/240/241
Dive into the simplicity of Consoling Spirituality. Gaining new insights through the great sanctity of saints and blesseds, and how you can apply this teaching to your everyday life.
No Cost
Facilitator: Karen Rubbo
The Bible and The Mass
Thursdays, Sep. 4 to Nov. 20 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ New Life Center 204
Discover how the New Testament is concealed in the Old, and the Old is revealed in the New and how both point directly to the Mass and the Sign of the New Covenant
Cost: $25
Facilitator: Karen Rubbo
Momnipotent
Tuesdays, Sep. 9 to Oct. 28 ~ 10 to 11:30 am ~ New Life Center 125/132
With humor and wisdom, Momnipotent will encourage and inspire you to rediscover and reconnect with the beautiful, feminine straights of your unique vocation to motherhood.
Cost: $28
Facilitator: Stephanie Hobbins
Catholic Mysticism and The Beautiful Life of Grace
Mondays, Sep. 8 to Nov. 17 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ New Life Center 203
We may not be called to be a mystic, but we are all called to the mystical life. This course will help you define and understand this hidden life, the interior process where we are transformed by Christ into His image and likeness.
Cost: $22 (book only); $29 (book and online access)
Facilitator: Kathy Moran
Genesis to Jesus: Your Place in the Story of Salvation
Wednesdays, Sep. 10 to Dec. 10 ~ 10 am to noon ~ New Life Center 239/240/241
Explore the principle covenants that God made with His people, and how each of these covenants points forward to – and is fulfilled by – Jesus Christ and the Church.
Cost: $25
Facilitator: Mary Catherine Surface and Terry Demao
Psalms: The School of Prayer
Wednesdays, Sep. 10 to Nov. 19 ~ 7 to 8:30 pm ~ New Life Center 203
The Holy Spirit inspired them. Israel sang them. Jesus himself prayed them, as did our Blessed Mother. Discover how these sacred hymn become our heartfelt response to God’s loving and wondrous deeds for us.
Cost: $28 (book only); $35 (book and online access)
Facilitator: Alice Zeiger
The Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy
Mondays, Sep. 22 to Nov. 24 ~ 10 am to noon ~ New Life Center 203
Discover the message the prophets have for you; how God is constantly calling you to a deeper relationship, as well as the ways you are called to be the voice of God to others.
Cost: $28 (book only); $35 (book and online access)
Facilitator: Angela Jeffrey
Bible Basics for Catholics
WAXHAW Wednesdays, Oct. 1 to Nov. 19 ~ 10 am to noon ~ Waxhaw Rm 121
BALLANTYNE Thursdays, Oct. 2 to Nov. 20 ~ 10 am to noon ~ New Life Center 203
Take a high energy, entertaining walk through the Bible, deepening your appreciation of Scripture and growing in your relationship with the Lord. You will see the Bible in a whole new light and find yourself reading it with greater insight and wisdom for the rest of your life.
Cost: $17
Facilitator: Christine Corbly

ONGOING PRAYER GROUPS/CLASSES:

Book Club (New, Beginning May 23)

Fridays, 7 to 8:30 pm (Ballantyne, New Life Center): Our first book is Science, Reason and Faith by Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ. Book can be purchased on Amazon; snacks and beverage will be provided. Sign up HERE.

Wednesdays, 7 to 8 pm (Ballantyne, Parish Center): Ladies, set aside Wednesday evenigns to deepenyour faith, build friendships and grow in God’s Word! Bring your own Bible and come with an open heart!

Men’s Bible Group

Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 pm (Ballantyne, New Life Center): Develop fellowship as you delve into God’s Word and how to apply it to your daily life. Encourage and support each other as you reflect on the Scriptures. It’s recommended that you bring a Bible and a pen and notebook with you so you can really dive in to the Word of God.


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