Adult Religious Education

“If you live according to my teaching,

you are truly my disciples;

then you will know the truth

and the truth will set you free.”    

-- John 8:32

"Adult Catechesis has three major goals:
1. It invites and enables adults 'to acquire an attitude of conversion to the Lord.'
2. Catechesis for adults helps them to make 'a conscious and firm decision to live the gift and choice of faith through membership in the Christian community.'
3. Catechesis for adults helps tham to become 'more willing and able to be a Christian disciple in the world.'"

-- National Directory for Catechesis 

The Adult Faith Formation Ministry offers a variety of programs for the formation and growth of the Catholic faith in adults. These programs are listed below:  

٠  Adult Catechesis

٠  Bible Study

٠  Couple-to-Couple Marriage Ministry

٠  Landings

٠  Pilmigrage

٠  Prayer Series

٠  Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (R.C.I.A.)

٠  Small Faith Communities

The Church of St. Gregory the Great has many adult study opportunities throughout the year. These programs are designed to meet the many needs and interests of all people in our parish community. For more information contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. at the Religious Education Office at 499-4494 ext. 306.

Following is a list of the ongoing programs which meet weekly:

Catholicism Project

If you missed this opportunity last year consider participating in this groundbreaking documentary and Study Program  about our Catholic faith—(DVD, personal reading and discussion). Go to www.Catholicismproject.org to learn more. All parishioners and friends who would like to grow in knowledge of our Catholic Faith are welcome. it will take place Mondays 9:30-11:00 a.m. from September17 until mid-March 2013 in Gordian, Martin and Robert Rooms. COST:  $15.00 to register and workbook (forms on tables in Commons). Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have any questions.         

Wednesday's Adult Faith Formation: 

These sessions will cover a wide variety of topics and meet on Wednesdays at 9:30 am and 7:00 pm.

LITTLE ROCK SCRIPTURE STUDY will will begin Jan 9, 2013

Do you desire to grow in your knowledge of God’s Word?
Do you have a hunger for Sacred Scripture?
Consider participating in  sessions on the “Parables of Jesus.”
This is a great opportunity during the “Year of Faith.”
This is a 12 week study offered Wednesdays at 9:30 am and repeated at 7 pm. Workbooks are $15. Return registration form and fee to the office. Click here for a registration form.

Confirmation for Adults

Many Catholic adults find for various reasons that they did not receive their Confirmation and sometimes even Eucharist in their formative years. These classes are also great refresher courses for confirmed Catholics who wish to update their knowledge of church. St. Gregory recognizes this and offers classes on Sunday mornings at 9:00 a.m.

Adult Catechesis

Catechist Formation Classes are held periodically throughout the year for all catechists and all parishioners. Watch the bulletin and flyers for more information.

Adult Formation Sessions: Parent Sessions

Every Tuesday evening at 6:30 p.m. from September until April, talks are offered during the time that the Religious Education program is in session.  There are talks on parenting, spirituality, liturgical seasons, Scripture, and others of general interest.  Although the talks are held at a time of convenience for parents of Religious Education students, all parishioners are welcome to attend.
Contact Person: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 499-4494 ext. 306

Landings at 7 p.m. in Flavian Lounge

The Landings Program welcomes inactive Catholics back to the practice of the sacraments and greater involvement in the life of the parish. Have you been away form the church and the practice of the sacraments? Do you have a family member or friend who has been inactive in their faith? Do you want to return home? Call Sister Brenda to register for the next “Landings” group. ALL ARE WELCOME.  For more information about Landings click here.

Small Faith Communities

A Small Faith Community is a group of 8 to 10 adults who gather weekly with a trained facilitator in a participant's home. Discussion centers on the Sunday readings. Members share their experiences. Hopefully this leads to a deeper commitment to the Christian life.   Watch the church bulletin for more information.

Contact Person: Elaine DeAngelis 424-1558

Christ Renews His Parish (CRHP):

 Do you like to plan ahead? Take note and mark your calendar now !!!  Parish Faith Renewal weekends are planned for January 2013. The men will gather on Jan 5 and 6 and the women on Jan 12 and 13. What a wonderful way to start the New Year by spending a prayerful and spirit filled weekend with your fellow parishioners. The CRHP program is put on by your fellow parishioners, right here in the parish facilities. Remember Pope Benedict the XV1 has declared this to be the “Year of Faith”. These CRHP weekends  provide a great opportunity to respond to the Pontiff’s proclamation, and to rediscover and renew our relationship to our Lord and his Holy Catholic Church. For more information please contact David or Gloria Glass at 757 495-1692.

The Parish Mission

Each Lent St. Gregory the Great parish offers a Mission which is a time for prayer and renewal during the holy season of Lent. Make sure you set aside this week for a prayerful and spiritual experience. Watch the bulletin and flyers for more information.

Next Parish Mission: March 10-14, 2013 with  Father Francis Gargani, CSsR and Father Ed Faliskie, CSsR