Helping individuals and groups understand and live the Gospel to the fullest extent possible;
Helping to prepare the believers to exercise a prophetic voice in today's world; and
Helping adults share their faith with the next generation.
To accomplish these goals, the parish offers several Bible Studies, Adult Enrichment Programs, and an Annual Parish Mission.
2023 Adult Formation Schedule/Fall Parish Office Phone Number (520-885-3573)
Sunday
Reflections & Sharing on the Sunday Readings/Homily– Join the group any time.
10:00-11:00 am in Adult Ministry Center
Ongoing, beginning September 17th
Monday
“The Chosen”– Video Series & Discussion
9:15-10:30 am in Adult Ministry Center
Ongoing, viewing of Season Three starts on October 2nd
St. Pius X Prayer Group – 6:30 pm Rosary & Chaplet, 7:30 pm joyful songs of praise & worship, followed by scripture, intercessory prayers for the sick & spiritual needs of the faithful. St. Pius X Prayer Group is on break until September 11th.
6:30-8:00 pm in Tanque Verde Hall
Ongoing
Tuesday
JUST FAITH – Faith and Poverty: A Biblical Response explores God's call through reading, discussion, prayer, and community, to stand in solidarity with the poor, and to help alleviate poverty in our local community. A small group of 8-10 will meet for 8 weeks. You can find more information about the program at https://justfaith.org/faith-and-poverty-a-biblical-response-jfc/. Please call the parish office to register.
6:30-8:30 pm in the Adult Ministry Center
Beginning October 17th
Participants will need to purchase two books for the class that are available on Amazon (approximate cost $30.00).
Facilitators: Karen & Jim Latendresse
Wednesday
Bishop Robert Barron's "THE MASS and THE EUCHARIST" - Walk through the Liturgy (the source and summit of the Christian life) with Bishop Barron and be transformed through insights on this most privileged and intimate encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ. Please call the parish office to register.
9:15-10:45 am OR 6:00-7:30 pm in the Adult Ministry Center
Facilitator: Angie Cuevas, Certified Lay Ecclesial Minister with Diocese of Tucson
Centering Prayer– Centering Prayer is a Christian silent prayer which deepens our relationship with God as we experience God's presence within us.
Centering Prayer is on break until November 8th. Corpus Christi's group meets Tuesday at9:30 am or St. Francis de Sales' group meets Thursday at 1:00 pm.
1:30-3:00 pm in Adult Ministry Center
November 8th-May 29th
Facilitator: Donna Celenza-Sweet (call 520-269-8532 for more details)
Spiritual Connections - Conversations about spirituality and relating to God.
4:00-5:30 pm in Adult Ministry Center
Ongoing
Facilitators: Adolfo Quezada & Tom Donahoo
Thursday
“The Chosen”– Video Series & Discussion
1:30-3:00 pm in Adult Ministry Center
Ongoing, viewing of Season One starts on September 14th
Grief Support Group– Please call the parish office if interested in joining.
4:00-5:30 pm in Adult Ministry Center
Ongoing
Facilitators: Adolfo & Judy Quezada
Friday
Catholic Spirituality & Dogma – Current topics on Catholic spirituality and beliefs.The subject changes weekly. Join the group any time.
9:15-10:30 am in Hopi Room
Ongoing
Facilitator: Brother Andrew
Saturday
Sabbath Talk– The topics are listed below. Meets the 2nd Saturday of the month. Please call the parish office to register.
September 9th - Acknowledging Death-Awakening Life(in the Hopi Room) October 14th - Faith & Doubt (in Tanque Verde Hall)
November 11th - Old Soul/Young Spirit - Finding Fulfillment in Later Life (in Tanque Verde Hall)
December 9th - Believer or Follower (in Tanque Verde Hall)