Our faith formation ministries engage the particular needs and interests of the people in each local community. To be faithful and effective it offers, over time, a comprehensive and systematic presentation and exploration of the core elements of Catholic faith and practice—a complete initiation into a Catholic way of life. Our programs are accessible to adults, teens, and children; relating to each of their unique life experiences, helping them to form a Christian conscience and to live their lives in the world as faithful disciples of Jesus.
Are you curious about the Catholic faith, returning after some time away, or simply looking for a space to ask questions and grow in understanding? We invite you to fill out the Alpha Form below and begin joining us.
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We are excited to welcome you as you discern the invitation by God to become Catholic. You probably have a lot of questions and a few fears. It is indeed a very big step and because of that we are not here to pressure you or move you too quickly through the process. Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) and Order of Christian Initiation of Children (OCIC) discussions give you time to pray, reflect, and discern along the way. Although many decide to become Catholic, others don’t and that’s okay.
First Communion
Adult First Communion is a sacrament where adults who were baptized but did not receive other sacraments begin.
Reconciliation
Adult Reconciliation is a sacrament where adults who haven't received it previously learn how and receive the sacrament.
Confirmation
Adult confirmation is a sacrament where adults who haven't received it previously complete their full initiation into the Church, reaffirming their baptismal vows and receiving the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Upcoming Confirmation Formation Sessions
St. John Parish Office Conference Room | 7-8:30pm
Friday, May 15, 2026
Friday, May 22, 2026
Confirmation
Saturday, May 23, 2026 St. Michael Church | 5:30pm
Registration Form
If you are ready to finalize your initiation into the Catholic Church, please complete the form below.
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The St. Carlo Acutis Family of Parishes offers several bible study groups meeting on various days and time for adults, women, or men.
Monday Morning
Open to all adults. Meets weekly, Mondays from 9:00 - 11:30 am in the St. John Hospitality Room
The group typically focuses on a particular Gospel writer or a specific book of the Bible, spending 8–10 weeks at a time diving deeper into Scripture through discussion, reflection, and shared faith.
Contact: n/a
Tuesday Morning
Open to all adults. Meets weekly, Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:00 am in the St. John Spirit House
The group typically focuses on a particular Gospel writer or a specific book of the Bible, spending 8–10 weeks at a time diving deeper into Scripture through discussion, reflection, and shared faith.
Contact: n/a
Men's Tuesday Morning
Open to all adult men. Meets weekly, Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:00 am in the St. John Favret Hall
The group typically focuses on prayerful discussion and reflection on Scripture. This ministry pauses during the summer months and between Thanksgiving and the New Year.
Contact: n/a
Sisters in Faith Wednesday Morning
Open to all adult women. Meets weekly, Wednesdays at 9:00 am in the St. John Hospitality Room
The group typically focuses on a particular Gospel writer or a specific book of the Bible, spending 8–10 weeks at a time diving deeper into Scripture through discussion, reflection, and shared faith.
Contact: Alice
Thursday Morning Scripture Study
Open to all adults. Meets weekly, Thursdays from 9:30 - 11:30 am in the St. John Pavilion
The group typically focuses on prayerful reflection on Scripture. Participants receive ordinary, practical messages of hope designed to strengthen and encourage them in everyday life.
Contact: Jeanne
Women Together Thursday Morning
Open to all adult women. Meets monthly, first Thursday at 9:15 am in the St. Michael Church
Together, Catholic women read, reflect on God’s presence in their lives, and build meaningful community.
Contact: Carolyn
Men's Thursday Morning
Open to all adult men. Meets weekly, Thursdays at 9:15 am in the St. John Spirit House
The group typically focuses on scripture study, discussion, and fellowship.
Contact: n/a
Men's Saturday Morning
Open to all adult men. Meets weekly, Saturdays from 7:30 - 8:30 am in the St. Michael Ministries Room
Together, participants explore the upcoming Gospel, pray, and share discussion as they walk their faith journey together.
Contact: n/a
Women of the Word Saturday Morning
Open to all adult women. Meets monthly, first Saturday from 10:00 - 11:00 am in the St. Michael Cafeteria
Together as Catholic women, participants explore the upcoming Gospel, pray, share conversation, and reflect on their spiritual journeys.
Contact: Anna
Online Prayer Group
Open to all adults. Meets Online weekly, Tuesdays from 12:45 - 1:45 pm via Zoom
This virtual gathering offers an opportunity to make a spiritual connection through prayer practices such as the Rosary, Lectio Divina, chaplets, and litanies, which vary from week to week. The first few minutes are reserved for fellowship and sharing intentions before the group enters into prayer.
Contact: Debra
Mind, Body & Spirit
Open to all adults. Meets monthly, first & third Mondays from 6:30 - 7:30 pm in the St. John Favret Hall
The is a 60-minute guided practice designed to help you care for your mind, body, and spirit so you can be renewed for the work God has planned for you. Through gentle movement appropriate for all ages and experience levels, this session offers a peaceful opportunity to slow down, stretch, and reconnect.
Contact: Michelle
Healing Touch
Open to all adults. Meets monthly, second Wednesday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm in the St. John Favret Hall
Practitioners use gentle, light, or near-body touch to help restore balance and harmony to the human energy system, creating an optimal environment for the body’s natural healing to occur. Practitioners believe that all healing comes from God and pray to be instruments of God’s healing presence.
Contact: Pat
Open to all adults. See schedule with locations
Exposition is when the Blessed Sacrament is placed in a monstrance and displayed on the altar for prayer and worship. Adoration is the time spent praying before Jesus truly present in the Eucharist during Exposition. Benediction is a special blessing given at the conclusion of Adoration using the Blessed Sacrament.
Open to all adults. See schedule with locations
The prayers of the Rosary are centered on the life of Jesus Christ and the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Through repeated prayers and meditation on important moments in the lives of Jesus and Mary, the Rosary invites us into deeper reflection, peace, and relationship with God.
Open to all adults. Meets [???], [day] from [start] - [end] in the [location]
Have you noticed the rosaries available in our churches? They are lovingly handmade by parish volunteers who donate their time and talent to create rosaries for parishioners, hospital visits, nursing home residents, retreats, and other ministries throughout our Family of Parishes.
Contact: Mary Ann
Open to all adult men. See schedule with location or to learn more.
Cor is a Knights of Columbus initiative that refocuses Catholic men on Jesus Christ and helps form and strengthen their faith and virtue through a brotherhood committed to three tenets: Faith, Fraternity, and Formation. Cor provides opportunities to encounter Christ through prayer, grow in faith, and strengthen bonds of brotherhood with other men.
Contact: Steve or Tim