Holy Cross Catholic Church
1244 South Power Road Mesa, Arizona 85206 Phone: (480) 981-2021 Fax: (480) 981-6844 |
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Holy Cross seeks to provide opportunities for adults to nurture their faith and understanding of the Catholic religion. God’s Blessings to all, Cindy Benzing, Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation 480-981-2021 x 214, cbenzing@holycrossmesa.org
Confirmation preparation is offered for adults who have received the Sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist, and Reconciliation, and are active in the practice of their faith but have never been confirmed.
2008-2009 Adult Confirmation Schedule
Inquiring about becoming Catholic (RCIA)
RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION of Adults and Children (RCIA): This program is designed to bring together those people wishing to explore the Catholic faith.
RCIA is for:
There are 2 modules for RCIA – unbaptized persons and baptized persons. For more information and registration contact Cindy Benzing, coordinator, at 480-981-2021 x 214 or cbenzing@holycrossmesa.org.
a. Adult RCIA Registration Form b. Child RCIA Registration Form c. Unbaptized Persons Sept. 2008 - April 2009 RCIA Schedule d. Baptized Persons Aug. 2008 - Nov. 2008 RCIA Schedule e. Baptized Persons Jan. 2009 - April 2009 RCIA Schedule
Discover the Richness of Catholicism (Explore the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults)
In July 2006 the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops published the United States Catholic Catechism for Adults, a local catechism (minor catechism). The U.S. catechism is an adaptation of the universal Catechism of the Catholic Church (a major catechism) which was approved by Pope John Paul II in 1992.
The United States Catholic Catechism for Adults is an excellent resource for group or individual study of the Catholic Church. This catechism, as well as the universal catechism, is divided into four major sections: 1) the Creed (what the Church believes), 2) the Sacraments (what the Church celebrates, 3) the Commandments (what the Church lives) and 4) the Our Father (what the Church prays).
For a self-directed study, please contact Cindy Benzing, coordinator of Adult Faith Formation, at 480-981-2021 x 214, or cbenzing@holycrossmesa.org.
Liturgy of the Hours - Morning Prayer
“The Liturgy of the Hours is the universal daily prayer in the Catholic Church which clergy are required to pray each day. Since Vatican Council II, the laity has been encouraged to learn about and participate in this same custom. Liturgy of the Hours Morning Prayer is prayed daily, Monday through Friday, at 8:00 a.m. in Classroom D. Prayer will concluded in time for participants to attend the 8:30 a.m. Mass.
If you are unfamiliar with praying the Liturgy of the Hours, please do not hesitate to join us. We will provide private instruction. For more information, contact Cindy Benzing, Coordinator of Adult Faith Formation at 480-981-2021 x 214 or cbenzing@holycrossmesa.org.”
Additional Adult Faith Information
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES are available through programs such as: All adults, regardless of age, are invited and encouraged to participate in Adult Faith Formation; it does not matter if you have an elementary-level understanding of Catholicism or a degree in theology. For further information or to register for upcoming adult programs, contact Cindy Benzing at 981-2021 x 214 or cbenzing@holycrossmesa.org.
Specific theology classes are offered once a month on Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in Classroom E. Attendance can be applied toward catechetical certification.”
September 27, 2008 – I Believe, We Believe (the Creed) October 25, 2008 – Liturgy and Sacraments November 22, 2008 – Catholic Morality January 24, 2009 – Introduction to Sacred Scriptures February 28, 2009 – Church History March 28, 2009 – Prayer and Spirituality
2008-2009 Adult Faith Formation Opportunities Schedule
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