Mission Statement:
The mission of St Timothy Catholic Life Bible Study is to enhance our relationship with God by providing a greater understanding of the Holy Scripture in the context of the modern world within the framework of the teachings of Holy Mother Church.
How is the MISSION carried out?
Emphasis is placed on scriptural relevance to daily life and close adherence to the teaching of the Church, using the Catechism of the Catholic Church as a principle reference. This mission is achieved through a combination of individual prayer and guided self-study; weekly, small group, non-confrontational sharing sessions; and well-researched lectures, supplemented by occasional guest speakers. This study is open to all ages, genders, marital status and faiths.
Each week, the Bible readings for the next week are announced and a set of approximately 10 questions is distributed. The questions generally address how the readings pertain to life today. Each answer is different and personal so there is no right or wrong answer; rather we focus on how God’s Word relates to our daily living. We spend a half hour sharing our answers to the questions in small groups of about 8 people led by a facilitator. The sharing sessions are low stress, non-judgmental sessions giving everyone an opportunity to speak without pressure. Following the small group sessions, a 30-minute lecture is presented to provide additional insights from Church teachings and commentaries pertaining to the readings and to answer questions. There is also an opportunity for fellowship and refreshments. If you miss a session, copies of the questions for the next week are available in the Bible Study mailbox in the Parish Center foyer and a tape recording of the lecture is available.
When does the ministry meet?
The formal Bible Study sessions meet on Tuesdays at 10:00 AM (right after the 9 AM Mass) until 11:45 AM and Tuesday evenings at 7:30 PM until 9PM. Sessions are held weekly from September until the following May.
In addition, the small group facilitators meet on Monday at 10:30 AM or Tuesday at 7:00 PM to review the questions and address any salient points with the lecturer for that week.
Meeting Location:
Formal Bible Study Sessions are held in the Parish Center. The morning group meets in the Main Hall and the evening group meets in a classroom.
Contacts:
Lori Barhonovich 908-9088 loribarhon@yahoo.com
Bill Lynn 960-7630 wlynn1@tampabay.rr.com
What we have accomplished in the past?
This is the 19th year that Bible Study has been offered at St Timothy. These are the books that we have studied in the past:
2009 Corinthians & Galatians
2008 Exodus, Numbers, Deuteronomy & Joshua
2007 Genesis
2006 Hebrews, Revelation
2005 Gospel of Luke, Philippians, Jude
2004 Acts of the Apostles, 1 & 2 Peter
2003 Ecclesiaties, Psalms, & Minor Prophets
2002 Gospel of John
2001 Ruth, 1st + 2nd Samuel, 1st + 2nd Kings, 1st + 2nd Chronicles
2000 Gospel of Matthew
1999 Hebrews & Revelation
1998 Exodus to Joshua
1997 Genesis
1996 Psalms & Minor Prophets
1995 Acts & Letters of Paul
1994 Gospel of John
1993 Ruth, 1st + 2nd Samuel, 1st + 2nd Kings, 1st + 2nd Chronicles
1993 Summer – St James
1992 Gospel of Matthew
1992 Summer – 1st John
1991 Genesis
How can new people become involved?
There is registration for the new year in August each year, but anyone may join at any time throughout the year. New or returning members are all encouraged to register. It helps us organize; name tags, number of tables, etc. Those who have already been involved in Bible Study may be able to become a facilitator or help by being a set-up or clear-up hostess.
Catholic Life Bible Study©
St. Timothy Catholic Church in the Parish Center
Tuesday Mornings 10 to 11:30 a.m. or Tuesday Evenings 7:30 to 9 p.m.
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