Bible Study Programs at St. Thomas More
The Catholic Biblical School program is an in-depth study of the whole of Sacred Scripture, over a four-year period, in which participants read from every book of the Bible over four years. However, people are also welcome to attend individual sessions. Lessons comprise scripture reading, secondary reading, map exercises, discussion questions, and catechism references. The program is based on up-to-date research by Catholic scholars in the field of Biblical Studies but also incorporates an ecumenical approach.
Year Two New Testament Foundations: Jesus and Discipleship introduces the writings of the New Testament. It begins with an examination of the formation of the Gospels and the unique viewpoint of each evangelist. It then examines St. Paul's Letters and their profound theology of the risen Christ. It continues with the Acts of the Apostles and then John's Gospel ad letters, and the Book of Revelation. See full schedule for the year.
Frequency: every Tuesday, beginning September 27
Time: 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location: St. Anthony Room
Registration: is not required. People are not obliged to attend the entire course, but may attend single sessions if interested.
Resources: The parish will obtain copies of the program books, price $17. Participants should bring their own Bibles, preferably the New American Bible translation.
Six Weeks with The Bible - is a Catholic Bible study series, published by Loyola Press, which is ideal for small Bible study groups as well as individual study. The series’ 57 titles—available in English, Spanish, and teen versions—help Catholics grow more confident in their understanding of Scripture and more comfortable in sharing their faith with others. Six Weeks with the Bible requires no prior knowledge of Scripture, and each study includes:
- Select Biblical text for the topic
- Essential historical and cultural background material
- Practical application of Scripture to daily life
- Guided discussion questions for group reflection and interaction
- Opportunities for group prayer
The current Sunday morning program is I am the Bread of Life which is on John 1-10, including Jesus' Bread of Life discourse in chapter 6.
Frequency: on Sundays when Faith Development meets, for six sessions.
Time: 10:45 AM to 12:00 PM
Location: Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Room
Registration is recommended through this form, and attendance for all six weeks is encouraged.
Resources: The parish will obtain copies of the Six Weeks with the Bible books for each course, price $8. Participants should bring their own Bibles, preferably the New American Bible translation.
| Date |
Topic |
Text |
| Sep 18 |
1 With God Before Time Began |
John 1:1-34 |
| Sep 25 |
2 The First Sign |
John 1:35-2:12 |
| Oct 2 |
3 If You Knew Who Was Asking You |
John 4:1-42 |
| Oct 16 |
4 My Father and I |
John 5:1-30 |
| Oct 23 |
5 Who Eats This Bread Will Live Forever |
John 6:25-69 |
| Oct 30 |
6 My Sheep Hear My Voice |
John 10: 1-33 |
Enlightening Faith – come join a lively, participatory seminar in which we delve into the precious treasure of Holy Scripture, allowing the texts to inform our faith, our understanding and our lives. We learn from and are inspired by one another’s journey in faith. The focus is on the Sunday lectionary texts, paired with a doctrinal issue from the US Catechism for Adults.
Frequency: Every Wednesday
Times: 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Location: Fearrington Village - please call (919) 542-4697
Resources: Please bring At Home With the Word which contains the Scriptures for every Sunday of the year, and a copy of The United States Catholic Catechism for Adults Some copies will be available for use in the sessions, or may be bought from the parish for $25.
Participants may also prepare by reading the Question of the Week, which is based upon the Sunday Gospel, and the associated commentaries.
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