Faith formation is a journey, not a destination.  It is not something we “graduate” from and are done with once we are confirmed.  St. Vincent’s offers several opportunities to learn about and grow in our faith, including talks, seminars, book studies, and bible studies.  Check back often for the latest offerings!

For more information about any of these programs, please contact Dave Rowell at 729-4550 or daverowell52@gmail.com.

Adult Faith Formation Programs
Winter/Spring 2016

• RCIA Program.   The Rite for Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) CIA is a special process for adults who wish to be baptized or confirmed in the Catholic Church.   Our parish has been enriched as we see individuals growing in their faith and experiencing the rites that lead to the Easter Vigil.  Our RCIA Team and former candidates will present a three part series on Sundays, January 17, 24 and February 21^st at 9:45AM in Meeting Room 1 describing the program and the journeys of the candidates.  For more information, please contact Maureen Cavanaugh at maccav@aol.com.

• Women in the New Testament.  Our next bible program will be “Women in the New Testament” beginning on January 25.  We'll read about women of faith, women whose lives were touched by Jesus.  They were women of courage, integrity and love, and they'll inspire us by their examples.  It will be offered on Mondays at 7 pm and Tuesdays at 2 pm.  The program runs for 8 weeks and the cost is $15.  Sign-up will be in the parish hall after the Masses on January 9-10 and January 16-17.  For more information, contact Barbara Bailey at barbara.bailey@outlook.com or call 482-3945.

• The History of the Christian Movement.   Father Richard Vosko will present three lectures on Sundays, February 7^th,  March 6^th and May 1 at 9:45AM in Meeting Room 1 on the history of Christianity.  The lectures will examine the major movements, leaders and controversies within Christianity for the past 2,000 years and look forward to the next 1,000 years.  Talk back sessions for each session will be subsequently held on Sunday, February 14^th, April 3^rd and May 22 at 9:45AM in Meeting Room 1.   Recommended reading for the program is Martin Marty, The Christian World: A Global History. (NY: Random House) 2007.

• Standing With Our Muslim Neighbors. Stephen Downs will speak on standing with our Muslim neighbors on Sunday, April 24^th at 9:45AM in Meeting Room 1.  In these troubled times, there is a great deal of destructive misunderstanding about Islam and Muslims.   Steve will speak about his extensive experience working with the Muslim community in Albany and on the national level.  He will share helpful ideas on how we can promote understanding and good will while protecting civil rights. He is a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Albany and the retired chief attorney of the NYS Commission on Judicial Conduct (1974 - 2003).

• Sister Parish Web of Life Experience.   Connie Centrello and Debbie Trees will speak about their January 2016 seminar in Panama on Sunday, May 15^th at 9:45AM in Meeting Room 1 where they learned about the ecology of the ecosystems of Panama City and our Sister Parish in Darien, Panama.  The seminar explored a scientific understanding of these sensitive ecosystems and, integrated the Christian faith with the wonders of creation.  This learning is so critical given Pope Francis’ recent encyclical Laudato Si – On Care for Our Common Home.

For more information, contact Dave Rowell at daverowell52@gmail.com