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This ministry is dedicated to deepening our understanding and love of our Lord Jesus Christ and His Church through the study of His Word. We offer evening and morning sessions. Childcare is provided at the morning session.

Our study materials are written by leading Catholic scripture scholars and are faithful to the teachings of the Catholic Church. We gather to share personal insights, receive DVD teachings on the lesson material by Catholic priests, as well as pray and fellowship together.

All are welcome: Those new to Bible study or veterans of the Word. Join us as we allow God’s Word to take root within us and “be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Rom 12:2).

Bible Fellowship 2024-2025

Registration forms:

• Registration Form 2024-2025 PM
• Registration Form 2024-2025 AM

Wednesday evening coordinator: Julie Romero - julieromero.1@att.net - 305-632-5698
Thursday morning coordinator: Lisa Dohmen - lbdohmen@bellsouth.net - 305-301-3320

The oldest Ministry at St. Louis Catholic Church is based on the fact that Scripture is “Living.” Monday Morning Bible Study is Stewardship in Ministries not exactly a “Study”, but more of a “Sharing”.

Consisting of about 25 regulars, each has a scheduled week to take the readings for the coming Sunday and do “research” from Catholic Commentaries about their meanings and history. After a brief lecture, the Men go around the table and each one shares how the readings touch them and apply either to their walk or their lives.

After hearing from 25 men, the Scripture often is much more meaningful leading to a deeper understanding for the Homily coming on Sunday. Low key, high Spirit, every week brings us closer to the Lord.

We welcome new members to the Church through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults called R.C.I.A. This program prepares them to receive the sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Holy Communion and Confirmation on Easter Vigil. RCIA also serves baptized non Catholics who want to joint the Catholic Church as well as Catholic adults who never received First Communion or Confirmation.

Pre-School to Grade Six: The Religious Education Program is offered for children from preschool through sixth grade at various times during the week in the school year. Based on the premise that Jesus didn’t teach his disciples the beatitudes and did not begin preaching until they had first met Him and learned to love Him, the Religious Education Program has four fundamental goals:

• (1) proclaim the message of Jesus Christ;
• (2) contribute to the building of community;
• (3) lead students to worship and prayer; and
• (4) motivate them to serve others. Volunteers from the parish community provide the environment for the children to meet and love Jesus through preparing classes, helping with studentliturgies and various music and art projects.

The Prayer and Life Workshops consist of 15 Sessions. These sessions include prayers, scripture readings, communal prayer, and our intimate sharing of thoughts and ideas with one another. We learn to pray by praying and it is through this discipline of prayer that we transform our lives. A new modality of prayer is learned every week, from the prayed prayer to the prayer of contemplation. These workshops are offered twice a year.