Adult Faith Formation

Our vision for this ministry at St John Vianney is inspired by our US Bishops who give us three major goals that guide and direct efforts in adult faith formation:

1. Invite and Enable Ongoing Conversion to Jesus in Holiness of Life.
In response to God's call to holiness, our faith and life as adult disciples are grounded in developing a personal relationship with Jesus, "the Holy One of God" (Jn 6:69, Mk 1:24). Accordingly, "'at the heart of catechesis we find, in essence, a Person, the Person of Jesus of Nazareth. . . .' Catechesis aims at putting 'people . . . in communion . . . with Jesus Christ.'"

As its first goal, faith formation helps adults "to acquire an attitude of conversion to the Lord." This attitude fosters a baptismal spirituality for adults. It leads them to recognize and repent of sin in their hearts and lives, to seek reconciliation through the sacraments, and to embrace the invitation and challenge of an ever deepening faith in Jesus. It means putting on the mind of Christ, trusting in the Father's love, obeying God's will, seeking holiness of life, and growing in love for others. Deepening personal prayer is a significant means toward growth in holiness in daily life.

ALPHA

 

 

 

Wednesdays 7-9pm,  in Mullen Commons Vista Wednesdays starting September 4th

In Fall 2017, we launched the first-ever Alpha Course at St. John Vianney and it was a success! 75 parishioners gathered to explore some of life's big questions; questions that we rarely have enough time to think about such as: Why am I here? What's my purpose? Where am I heading? Is there more to life than this? Many made new friends and some of those ‘new’ friends continue to meet in each other’s homes to share faith and hospitality.

Faith Cafe "Genesis to Jesus" September-November

Join us Mondays from September 30th- November 25th at the Faith Formation Hall for 8 events of food, fun and fellowship!

This Bible study group will help deepen your knowledge of Scripture. Learn where the Bible comes from and how we as Catholics can better understand it. In this 8-week series, we’ll view 12 videos featuring Roman Catholic theologian, Dr. Scott Hahn.

Joining the Catholic Church - RCIA

Sacrament preparation can occur at any time in life, not just infancy and childhood. If you are interested in exploring Catholicism as an adult, click here to get information on our RCIA program (Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults), or contact Liz Rogers, 925-939-7911 X125, email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Adult Confirmation

If you are a baptized adult (over the age of 18) Catholic and have not be confirmed, we offer sessions to learn more about the process to be prepared to receive Confirmation.

Contact Liz Rogers
Pastoral Associate for Parish Faith Formation 
925-939-7911 Ext. 125
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Returning Catholics

Contact Liz Rogers
925-939-7911 X125

We minister to people who have been away from the Church for any length of time and to people who have questions about some of the changes that have taken place in the last 30 years. You've changed...and so have we! 

Small Christian Communities (SCC)

Contact Liz Rogers
925-939-7911 ext 125
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Facilitates small gatherings of parishioners in private homes to explore the Sunday Scripture Readings in light of faith and life experience. Sessions are every other week (six gatherings) three times a year.