Adult Faith Formation

Offerings 2026/2027
- Bible Time Line
  
  Begins: Sept 9th - 24 sessions (Weekly)
  Wednesdays @ 10am (In Person ONLY) or 7pm (In Person or Zoom)
  (If you have a workbook from a past class, no need to purchase a new one. Those who need books may purchase from St Bede)
  
  Come learn about the Story of Salvation! Join us as we take a powerful journey through Scripture from Creation to the establishment of the Church. This engaging class is useful for those that are just beginning scripture studies or a seasoned expert!
- The Bible and the Sacraments
  
  Begins: Sept 14th - 10 Sessions (Weekly)
  Mondays @ 10am (In Person ONLY)
  
  Discover where the Sacraments come from, what they mean, and why they are the very foundations of our Catholic Faith.
  In The Bible and the Sacraments, presenter Matthew Leonard walks you through each individual sacrament, unpacking the Church’s teaching as well as their deeper biblical origins.
  
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- Catholic Apologetics
  
  Begins: Sept 15 - 22 Sessions (Weekly)
  Tuesdays @ 7pm (Zoom Only) IN PERSON FULL
  
  Ever had to defend a teaching of the Catholic Faith? Eucharist? Mary? Purgatory? Then this class is for you as we delve into the reason behind what we teach!
  
  Always be ready to give and explanation to anyone who asks you for a reason for your hope! - 1 Peter 3:15
  
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  **** This link will take you to Amazon to purchase the set of books
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  Adult Formation Options (check all that apply) REQUIRED Bible Timeline AM CLASS - In Person ONLY Bible Timeline PM CLASS - In Person OR Zoom Bible and the Sacraments AM CLASS - In Person ONLY Catholic Apologetics PM CLASS - ZOOM ONLY - in person full Life Everlasting AM CLASS - In Person OR Zoom Life Everlasting PM CLASS - In Person OR Zoom Spiritual Autobiography PM CLASS - In Person ONLY Please fill out this field.
  
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- Life Everlasting - Heaven, Hell, Death, and Judgement
  
  Begins: Oct 8 - 5 Sessions (Weekly)
  Thursdays @ 10am (In Person or Zoom) or 7pm (In Person or Zoom)
  
  With powerful videos and easy-to-follow readings, you'll gain lasting insight into the last things and discover how living with eternity in mind gives everyday life deeper meaning and purpose.
  
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- Your Spiritual Autobiography
  
  Begins: Sept 3 - 4 Sessions (Monthly)
  Thursdays @ 7pm - In Person Only
  
  Where has God been throughout your life? At some point in our spiritual journey we should all discern this questions.
  
  Join Coach Mahr and our parish Deacons as you explore how to write your own Spiritual Autobiography
- Questions????
  
  Please Contact
  
  Deacon Grimm, Director of Adult Faith Formation and Ministry
  [email protected] or 757-229-3631 ext. 2314
- ALPHA
- Walking With Purpose
Young Adult Ministry Information:
- OCIA for Adults
- Young Adult 18-39
- Saint Monica Ministry
  
  Want to pray for friends and relatives that have either left the faith or don't practice their faith on a regular basis? Would you like to join a group of other prayer warriors as we all ask St Monica to intercede on our behalf?
  Please send me your name and the names of those that you would like to pray for and we will join together virtually to pray for them. Click here to sign up for the email list
  Good St. Monica,
  Please Implore God's Mercy
  On Our Prodigal Sons and Dauthers,
  That They May Come To
  Know, Accept, And Cherish
  The Unconditional Love Of Their Heavenly Father.
  
  Good St. Monica,
  Obtain For Me A Measure Of Our Virtues,
  That My Fallen-Away Loved Ones
  Should Come To Know Christ Through My Example
  
  Good St. Monica,
  Intercede For Those Of My Family And Friends
  Who Are Walking In Darkness,
  That They Should Return To The Ineffable Light
  Of Our Holy Faith
  
  Good St. Monica,
  Pray That I Should Seek And Accept
  God's Will in All Things
  Through Jesus Christ, Our Lord. Amen
- Formed
  
  Formed provides the very best Catholic content from more than 60 organizations to help parishes, families, and individuals explore their faith anywhere. Formed offers thousands of movies, children's programs, ebooks, audio, and parish programs. Click the link below and then type St. Bede (or put in the zip code 23188) for the parish choice. Add your name and e-mail at the prompt and begin your adventure in learning about our faith. Visit Formed Here!

ADULT FAITH FORMATION CALENDAR

October 2026

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- About our Program
  
  The Adult Faith Formation Process of Saint Bede Catholic Church recognizes the importance of the catechesis of adults, strives to promote and nourish a mature adult faith that will foster true discipleship. Parishioners are invited to encounter Jesus and grow in the fullness of their Catholic faith through a comprehensive catechetical and spiritual formation process. We also strive to foster a growing Adult Ministry program to encourage retreat opportunities and fellowship events. Check here often for additional program offerings!
  
  If you would like to see additional programs offered and/or have some ideas, please contact Deacon Grimm or call the office at
  757.229.3631 x 2314
- Adult Faith Formation
  
  For more information on our AFF and ministry offerings, contact Deacon Grimm or Michelle Tomshack.
- Michelle Tomshack
  
  Director of Evangelization
  
  757-229-3631 x 2309
  mtomshackbedeva.org
  
  Deacon Grimm
  
  Adult Formation and Ministry Director
  
  757.229.3631
  ppalmbedeva.org