Summer Scripture Institute
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"Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ."
As part of our adult faith formation initiatives supporting the Uniting in Heart Pastoral Plan, the diocese will host the first annual Summer Scripture Institute this June 21-23, from 5:30p-8:30p each evening, at the St. Joseph Retreat and Conference Center!
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This institute is a great opportunity for interested laity, catechists, members of Bible studies, and pastorate leaders to reflect on the relationship between our Catholic faith and the revelation of God handed down in the Scriptures. Catechist formation credits will be available.
Early bird registration is $40 through May 31, which includes admission to the institute, complimentary books, and other handouts. There will also be plenary sessions and prayer every night.
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Three learning tracks are available to choose from (click for details):
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Where to Start When Studying the Scriptures
These three sessions, for those new to deeper reading of the Sacred Scriptures, will cover the Church's theology of revelation, an overview of Catholic biblical interpretation, and introductions to the Old and New Testaments. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how the Scriptures were written and compiled, the relationship between the various parts of the Bible, and how the Church interprets the Word of God.
Facilitator
Jonathan F. Sullivan is the manager of catechesis for the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana and has served in diocesan ministry for 14 years. He is an RCIA catechist, facilitator for the diocese's diaconate formation program, and regular speaker and writer on catechetical topics. We lives with his wife and children in West Lafayette.
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Does Jesus Fulfill the Prophecies of Isaiah?
The prophecies of Isaiah can be seen coming to fruition in the infancy narratives, the stories of the ministry and life of Christ, and through the Suffering Servant Song. We will draw from all four Gospels and the book of Isaiah to see how the salvation story is foretold and then lived by Christ. Christ declared himself to be the fulfillment of the prophecy, and we will study to understand those words.
Facilitator
Annie Aker is the Director of Evangelization, Family Life, and Pastoral Ministries at Sacred Heart of Jesus Pastorate in Cicero. She is a former San Damiano Scholar and graduate of Marian (College) University. Annie got her start in youth ministry but has always had a passion for life long faith formation through the cultivation of the Domestic Church and liturgical living. Annie is first and foremost a football coach wife to her husband, Nathan, and enjoys traveling to churches and stadiums on their road trips together.
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The Biblical Basis for the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist
Aligning to the kickoff of the National Eucharistic Revival, this track will dig deep into the principal New Testament passages on the Eucharist. The first evening will focus on the Last Supper narratives in the Synoptic Gospels, the second evening, St. John’s Bread of Life Discourse and the third, St. Paul’s First Letter to the Corinthians. This track will not only provide a wealth of insight into the biblical support for the real presence of the Eucharist, it will also expose participants to methods of study unique to the various genres in the New Testament. Completion of this track will unlock new depths of understanding on the Eucharist as the source and summit of the Christian life, enrich your experience of the Mass and deepen your relationship with Christ.
Facilitator
Rob Hartley is a revert to the Catholic faith and serves as the Diocesan Director of Evangelization, Family Life and Pastoral Ministries. Before his return to the Church in 1999, Rob earned an M.A. in Biblical Studies from Capital Bible Seminary. He has taught Scripture in at two Catholic high schools and for the adult faith formation program for the Archdiocese of Washington (2000-2014). He and his family recently moved to Westfield, Indiana.
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The St. Joseph Retreat and Conference Center is also available for overnight stays during the institute! You can enjoy the beautiful grounds, pray in the chapel, and spend the day reflecting on the study materials; go to www.stjosephretreat.org/dol-summer-scripture-accommodations for details.
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