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.
Summer Offerings
| Letter to Women, Wisdom of St. Pope John Paul II |
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| 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 |
Late Summer and Fall Offerings
| Matthew: The King and His Kingdom |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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.
Women’s Bible Group (New, Beginning June 4)
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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