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Psalm Sense 118 by Fr. John Geaney, CSP

In this episode of “Psalm Sense,” Paulist  Fr. John Geaney, inspired by Psalm 118, reflects on Easter.

A veteran Catholic communicator, Fr. Geaney lives at the Paulist Center in Boston. He most recently served as rector of the Cathedral of St. Andrew in Grand Rapids, MI.

 

Praise Be Peace: Psalms of Peace and Nonviolence... by John Dear

In a violent world, and amid the reality of catastrophic climate change, it s easy to feel overwhelmed. Where can we turn to find the courage and inspiration, we need to stay hopeful and to keep working for peace? International peace activist Fr. John Dear has always found support and comfort in the psalms. In this profound and deeply reflective book he helps us see that if we read the psalms from Jesus vision of nonviolence, we will find new strength to turn away from hate and anger toward greater trust and devotion to God and newfound wisdom, gratitude, and wonder.

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For more information about the life and ministry of John Dear visit his website: Beatitudes Center for the Nonviolent Jesus.

 

Word of God and Liturgy Course by Fr. John Kartje

Through the mission of Christ, God gives us access to the eternal dialogue between the Persons of the Trinity. This happens out of the Father’s infinite love for us, for Jesus Christ is the eternal Word made flesh. This five-session course explores the relationships between the Sacred Scriptures and the Liturgy and the sacramental nature of the Word of God.

This a completely self-paced course that starts now and never ends.

75% off Original Price

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Bible Study on the Gospel of Mark

This summer and all through autumn, we hear stories from the Gospel of Mark at Sunday Eucharist. Sister Joan shows how the Sunday excerpts fit into the whole story of Jesus’ life and ministry. The 11 short chapters and the questions make this book ideal for bible study and faith-sharing groups.
 
Click here to read the Table of Contents and sample chapters. Order at goodgroundpress.com or call 800-232-5533. Only $10.00 per book.

 

The Catechist's Guide to Reading Your Bible Series by Steve Mueller

There are five books in The Catechist's Guide to Reading the Bible Series by Steve Mueller. To preview all books, read table of contents and sample pages, and order, visit: The Catechist's Guide to Reading the Bible Series.

Mark's Gospel: The Whole Story

Join Sr. Joan Mitchell, scripture scholar and founder of Good Ground Press, beginning on March 25, 2021 for Mark's Gospel the Whole Store.

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Bible Basics: Becoming Better Bible Readers by Steve Mueller

Facilitated by Steve Mueller, PhD

Thursday, March 11, 7-8:30 pm

$10 donation suggested

(RSVP by March 9)  Zoom Presentation

Register at http://bit.ly/CICBibleBasics

Sponsored by the Catholic Information Center, Grand Rapids, MI

Beginning in 2020, Pope Francis designated the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time as the Sunday of the Word of God, "to be devoted to the celebration, study and dissemination of God’s Word.” He encourages us all “to grow in our knowledge and love of the Scriptures and of the risen Lord, who continues to speak his word and to break bread in the community of believers.”

In this class, Dr. Steve Mueller will offer practical help for all who wish to become better Bible readers, whether they are just beginning or continuing to deepen their knowledge and develop their skills. In this presentation he will explore in more detail ways to better read and understand the New Testament Gospels, Letters, and Book of Revelation. He will also provide the opportunity to answer our questions. 

In preparation for the class, we ask that you watch his CIC video presentation, Reading Your Bible: Discovering the Message for Today (https://bit.ly/CICbiblebasicsvideo) in which he explores the basic questions of what we read, why we read, and how we read the bible. 

Please have your bible available during the class.

Steve Mueller, PhD is author of the five books in The Catechist’s Guide Reading Series published by Faith Alive Books. He taught for many years in the renowned Denver Catholic Biblical School for adult scripture study and was formerly the editor-in-chief of the monthly periodical Living with Christ. He is the current editor for Words of Grace: Daily Reflections & Prayers for Catholics for All Saints Press.

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Lent 2021: 5 Weeks with God's Word

A faith-sharing group provides a simple way to gather with others, read scripture, reflect on its meaning and share our insights with one another. One way that we grow as followers of Jesus is to read and pray the scriptures with others. Gathering a group for faith sharing does not require any special permission or elaborate materials. Your group can simply begin by gathering together for reading, reflection, discussion and prayer about the Sunday Lectionary readings this Lent.

The group can be made up of anyone who wishes to grow in faith and is willing to share their experiences of living with Christ together—a group of friends from the neighborhood or school, the workplace or the parish, fellow catechists, those who attend daily Mass regularly or meet as a Small Christian or Small Church Community, an RCIA group or an adult faith formation group. 

We encourage you to share your faith with others. We include in these 5 sessions everything you need for exploring each Lenten Sunday’s Lectionary readings with a small group. 

When you are not able to gather together in person, you may want to consider using Zoom, Facebook or Email for weekly sharing.

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Mark's Gospel: A Practical Guide

For Word of God Sunday (January 24, 2021)  eCatechist.com is pleased to offer a free PDF (45 pages) download:

Mark’s Gospel

The Beginning of the Good News & the New Way of Salvation

A Practical Guide

by Steve Mueller, PhD

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Word of God Sunday - January 24, 2021

Pope Francis’ Apostolic Letter, Motu proprio "Aperuit illis", published on 30 September 2019, establishes that "the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time is to be devoted to the celebration, study and dissemination of the Word of God".

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National Bible Week

https://nationalbible.org/nationalbibleweek/

National Bible Week- We are celebrating our 76th National Bible Week the week of November 12-18 to honor God’s Word. The US Catholic Council of Bishops has designated this week also for all US Catholic churches to celebrate God’s Word.

Since 1941, starting with President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, every US president has declared the week of Thanksgiving, National Bible Week. This, our 75th year, we again commemorate and honor God for giving us His Word.

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The Gospels and Christian Identity

The Gospels were created to help Christians understand their Christian identity and learn how to be a Christian in a world that was not particularly Christian. So as we read and the study the Gospels and let the power of God's Good News work on us, we will also be challenged and changed as we deepen our Christian identity and renew our commitment to Jesus and the community of his followers.

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Spend Holy Week with Matthew

Plan now to spend Holy Week with Matthew. This excerpt is taken from Through The Year with Matthew which is available for $2.99 from www.faithAlivebooks.com.

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A Catholic Reads the Bible by Laura Bernardini of CNN

Laura Bernardini (@laurabernardini) is director of coverage in CNN’s Washington, DC, bureau. She’s a lifelong Catholic but had never read the Bible from cover to cover. Beginning in 2015 Bernardini has read every word, from Genesis to Revelation and recorded her thoughts in a weekly blog post.

You can now find an archive of CNN’s series “A Catholic Reads the Bible” on Bible Gateway Blog at https://www.biblegateway.com/blog/2015/08/cnn-a-catholic-reads-the-bible/