The National Directory of Catechesis states that the aim of catechesis is “to bring about in the believer an ever more mature faith in Jesus Christ, a deeper love and knowledge of his person and message, and a firm commitment to follow him.” The Directory also notes that catechesis should be a lifelong process for the adult, who is really the focus of catechetical efforts because of his/her ability to make a full response to God’s word.

An important element in this catechetical effort is the local parish community. It is the place where the Christian faith is first received and where that faith is deepened. In this community of faith, the faithful become aware of being the people of God and of their apostolic mission in the world.

One of the paths that Resurrection Parish has chosen to present a catechesis is through its  Small Faith Sharing Groups. Here the leadership of the parish family firmly believes that the faithful will deepen their faith as the people of God and come to understand their role to be “lights to the world.”

Small faith-sharing groups meet seasonally and some meet throughout the year. There are groups meeting almost everyday. If you wish to join a group, please contact Deacon John Falkowski at 368-0146 x 110 or email at jfalkowski@resurrectionde.org for more details.

God Bless!
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With Jesus to the Cross” - An Evangelical Catholic Book:   Kate Regan would like to invite you to join her in a 6 week program that involves meeting during Lent to "encounter Jesus of Nazareth and to contemplate what His life, suffering and resurrection mean in your own life". Each week of the program consists of an Opening Prayer, an Opening Discussion, a Scripture and Tradition segment, Connection to the Cross this Week and a Closing Prayer. Each participant would need to purchase their own copy of the book. The group meets on Wednesday mornings from 10:30-12:00.  The first date is Ash Wednesday, February 26, 2020.
     If you are interested please contact Kate at reganfamily6@verizon.net
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"How Loving Islam Makes Me a Better Catholic” Dr. Ms. Jordan Duffner The Governors Council on Interfaith Based Partnerships, and the Resurrection Social Outreach committee is offering a 6 week interfaith book discussion opportunity, based on desires to participate by other faith communities. First meeting is February 14, 2020 at the Jesus House 2501 Milltown Rd. Following meetings will be rotating - church, synagogue, mosque, gurdwara sahib, temple, etc.
Please contact Jack Sanders at jack.san@verizon.net
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Sunday scripture readings faith sharing group begins meeting Monday January 27, 2020 and will meet until March 30. Please contact Mary Louise Chesley Cora at CHEZCOR@msn.com
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Gospel of Matthew using the passage from Sunday’s gospel. This group begins meeting Friday February 28, 2020 at 10 a.m. in the Resurrection library and will meet every Friday thereafter through Lent. Please Contact Mary Beth Cote at mb.bmcote@gmail.com
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Sunday scriptures faith sharing group begins meeting Thursday, January 30, 2020 here at Resurrection 7 pm to 8:20 p.m. Please contact Leo McDermott at leojmcdermottjr@gmail.com
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Matthew Kelly’s book: “Rediscover the Saints”. This group usually meets the second Friday of each month. This is an ongoing group. Please contact Pat Sormani at pat.sormani@gmail.com
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2nd Sunday Bible Study at Resurrection Parish led by the Tamil Catholics. The study begins at noon and ends at 1:30 p.m. February 9th -Exodus Chapters 16- 20. Please contact DemcyDeepa@yahoo.com
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