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    • St. Francis of Assisi has a vibrant adult faith community for parishioners to deepen their understanding of their faith. There are many ways to become involved. Join us!
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      FAITH FORMATION GROUPS: Parish-based

      • Men of Emmaus (a.k.a. the Church Guys)
      Saturday 7:30-9:00 am. The Church Guys meet for faith, fellowship, and relaxed discussion. They discuss Scripture, other spiritual writings, and how to live our faith as Catholic men.

      Coordinator: Wendel Hall, 301-792-0478. Learn more.

      • Saturday Morning Spiritual Reading Group
      This diverse group, including cradle Catholics, converts, people of varied careers and cultural backgrounds and ages, studies and discusses book selections. The books are suggested by parish priests and group members, with members choosing by consensus. Additional members are always welcome, especially as a new book is being started. The group meets at 8 am Saturdays in the St. Clare Room (near Gathering Space).  

      Coordinator: Trish Olin, 301-840-9692
       
       
      • Small Group Ministry
      Make Friends. Make Disciples. Make a Difference.
      Small Groups provide a place where our St. Francis community becomes a more intimate community. It is a place where we can grow and explore our personal faith with fellow travelers on our faith journey. It is a place to be known and loved. Small Groups are encouraged to find opportunities to serve as a group.
      Small Groups typically start three times a year and parishioners are encouraged to sign up during designated times. Individuals are highly encouraged to start their own Small Groups with a specific focus by contacting the coordinator.

      Coordinator: Tony Bosnick, 301-840-1407

      • Martha/Mary Women’s Group
      Just as Martha opened her home to Jesus and Mary sat at His feet to learn, our group opens the door to you to join us twice a month to learn and discuss how we, too, can move closer to Jesus. We are currently reading the book, Open the Door: A Journey to the True Self by Joyce Rupp. We read a portion from the book together and then discuss. The group meets from 7:30-9 pm Wednesdays in the Youth Room on a bi-weekly basis.

      Coordinators: Linda Call or Marie Yeast.

      • Scripture Study Class
      Six weeks at a time on a Wednesday night, offered at various times during the year. This group focuses on a different book each session using with the Bible Series by Loyola Press.

      Coordinator: Brent Hanson 301-330-3684

      • Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
      RCIA is a process developed by the Catholic Church for prospective converts to Catholicism.

      Coordinator: Tony Bosnick, 301-840-1407

      FAITH FORMATION GROUPS: Archdiocesan, national & international groups

      • Pax Christi: Catholic peace movement; aims for peacemaking, justice, human rights, non-violence, and global restoration. Usually meets on the second Monday of the month.

                 Coordinator: Mary Kate Ryner, 301-807-1355, www.paxchristiusa.org
       
      • Christian Family Movement: Catholic movement to promote Christ-centered marriage and family life, help individuals and their families to live the Christian faith in everyday life, and improve society through actions of love, service, education and example. 
        • www.cfm.org
       
      • Couples for Christ: A Catholic movement intended for the renewal & strengthening of Christian family life. Saturday mornings. Contact Ed DeAusen, 240-506-3803 
        • Christian Life Program
        • https://couplesforchristusa.org
       
      • Teams of Our Lady: International lay movement deigned to enrich marriage spirituality and make good marriages better. Teams of five to seven couples provide a small group community, which helps enhance a couple's prayer life and helps couples grow closer to God and each other. www.teamsofourlady.org. Contact Fr. John Dillon, 301-840-1407
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      • Worldwide Marriage Encounter: Couples retreats; tools to turn good marriages into great marriages 
        • www.wwme.org

      • WorldWide Marriage Encounter Weekend / WWME Circle
        This weekend experience is for married Christian couples who value their relationship and desire a richer, fuller life together. Participating couples get together on a monthly basis.

        Coordinator: Lenny and Betty Baklarz, 301-412-1909

      • Knights of Columbus #2323: Catholic fraternal service organization, whose members meet the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month. The Council operates within five major areas: Service to the Community, Assistance to the Church, Youth Activities, Family Events, and Social Affairs. Learn more.
            
              Contact Mike Thomas, 301-330-5970 
       
      We are eager to get feedback about what we can do for you. Please send any comments or suggestions to Tony Bosnick, director of social concerns and adult faith formation, at 301-840-1407.

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