Chris' BS

The Magnificat of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a model of prayer and faith to Catholics throughout the centuries. Learn about our Lady’s role as the New Eve, Mary’s importance as the culmination of Israel’s history, what true prayer consists of, how to pray more effectively, and much, much more! Learn the wisdom of the Catholic Church regarding this important topic.

Jude was an apostle and a member of Jesus’ own family. His short letter touches on many topics that are still of vital interest today. Come and learn what Jude’s familial relationship was to Jesus, the one and only path of Christ to God versus the false paths of self-interested teachers, the story of the angelic fall, the power of grace, how to act mercifully towards others, how to deal with sinners in the church community, and much, much more! Presented by Chris O'Donnell, bsp

Jude was an apostle and a member of Jesus’ own family. His short letter touches on many topics that are still of vital interest today. Come and learn what Jude’s familial relationship was to Jesus, the one and only path of Christ to God versus the false paths of self-interested teachers, the story of the angelic fall, the power of grace, how to act mercifully towards others, how to deal with sinners in the church community, and much, much more! Presented by Chris O'Donnell, bsp

Jude was an apostle and a member of Jesus’ own family. His short letter touches on many topics that are still of vital interest today. Come and learn what Jude’s familial relationship was to Jesus, the one and only path of Christ to God versus the false paths of self-interested teachers, the story of the angelic fall, the power of grace, how to act mercifully towards others, how to deal with sinners in the church community, and much, much more! Presented by Chris O'Donnell, bsp

Jude was an apostle and a member of Jesus’ own family. His short letter touches on many topics that are still of vital interest today. Come and learn what Jude’s familial relationship was to Jesus, the one and only path of Christ to God versus the false paths of self-interested teachers, the story of the angelic fall, the power of grace, how to act mercifully towards others, how to deal with sinners in the church community, and much, much more! Presented by Chris O'Donnell, bsp

Jude was an apostle and a member of Jesus’ own family. His short letter touches on many topics that are still of vital interest today. Come and learn what Jude’s familial relationship was to Jesus, the one and only path of Christ to God versus the false paths of self-interested teachers, the story of the angelic fall, the power of grace, how to act mercifully towards others, how to deal with sinners in the church community, and much, much more! Presented by Chris O'Donnell, bsp

Jude was an apostle and a member of Jesus’ own family. His short letter touches on many topics that are still of vital interest today. Come and learn what Jude’s familial relationship was to Jesus, the one and only path of Christ to God versus the false paths of self-interested teachers, the story of the angelic fall, the power of grace, how to act mercifully towards others, how to deal with sinners in the church community, and much, much more! Presented by Chris O'Donnell, bsp

Do Catholics believe in GHOSTS? For centuries Catholics have claimed to encounter the Blessed Virgin Mary, deceased relatives, and other Saints and Angels with messages from God for our world. Is this true? What is an apparition and how does the Church determine the authenticity of such an experience? Should these encounters play a role in our spiritual life? A Basic Overview of Apparitions Handout: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:cdbce8c9-aa04-34b5-8cf1-5b70d103b531 Encountering the Damned Handout: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:600a9647-5116-366f-bed2-d7fd3d5885af

Do Catholics believe in GHOSTS? For centuries Catholics have claimed to encounter the Blessed Virgin Mary, deceased relatives, and other Saints and Angels with messages from God for our world. Is this true? What is an apparition and how does the Church determine the authenticity of such an experience? Should these encounters play a role in our spiritual life? A Basic Overview of Apparitions Handout: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:cdbce8c9-aa04-34b5-8cf1-5b70d103b531 Encountering the Damned Handout: https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:600a9647-5116-366f-bed2-d7fd3d5885af

Do Catholics believe in GHOSTS? For centuries Catholics have claimed to encounter the Blessed Virgin Mary, deceased relatives, and other Saints and Angels with messages from God for our world. Is this true? What is an apparition and how does the Church determine the authenticity of such an experience? Should these encounters play a role in our spiritual life?

What is Joy? Bible study taught by San Rafael's Director of Catechetical Ministry Chris O’Donnell, BSP This class is offered weekly Mondays at 6:30 pm and Wednesday at 9:30 am. Videos will be uploaded a week after the live classes.

What is Joy? Bible study taught by San Rafael's Director of Catechetical Ministry Chris O’Donnell, BSP This class is offered weekly Mondays at 6:30 pm and Wednesday at 9:30 am. Videos will be uploaded a week after the live classes.

LIFE AFTER DEATH: PURITY AND JOY What occurs at the time of death and immediately following it? Our Catholic faith has the answers! We will reflect on what the Church teaches about the experience and meaning of death, our immediate judgment after dying, the after-death purification that occurs in Purgatory in order to perfect us, the various post-mortem realms that Scripture mentions, and the nature of our intermediate existence between physical death and our resurrection. Come and learn the wisdom of Church regarding this important topic.

LIFE AFTER DEATH: PURITY AND JOY What occurs at the time of death and immediately following it? Our Catholic faith has the answers! We will reflect on what the Church teaches about the experience and meaning of death, our immediate judgment after dying, the after-death purification that occurs in Purgatory in order to perfect us, the various post-mortem realms that Scripture mentions, and the nature of our intermediate existence between physical death and our resurrection. Come and learn the wisdom of Church regarding this important topic.

LIFE AFTER DEATH: PURITY AND JOY What occurs at the time of death and immediately following it? Our Catholic faith has the answers! We will reflect on what the Church teaches about the experience and meaning of death, our immediate judgment after dying, the after-death purification that occurs in Purgatory in order to perfect us, the various post-mortem realms that Scripture mentions, and the nature of our intermediate existence between physical death and our resurrection. Come and learn the wisdom of Church regarding this important topic.

LIFE AFTER DEATH: PURITY AND JOY What occurs at the time of death and immediately following it? Our Catholic faith has the answers! We will reflect on what the Church teaches about the experience and meaning of death, our immediate judgment after dying, the after-death purification that occurs in Purgatory in order to perfect us, the various post-mortem realms that Scripture mentions, and the nature of our intermediate existence between physical death and our resurrection. Come and learn the wisdom of Church regarding this important topic.

The Meaning of the Sacraments: Understanding the Purpose and Origin of the Sacramental System WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

The Meaning of the Sacraments: Understanding the Purpose and Origin of the Sacramental System WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

The Meaning of the Sacraments: Understanding the Purpose and Origin of the Sacramental System WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

The Meaning of the Sacraments: Understanding the Purpose and Origin of the Sacramental System WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

The Meaning of the Sacraments: Understanding the Purpose and Origin of the Sacramental System WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!

WHY DO CATHOLICS DO THAT? FAITH STUDY The Catholic Church is the oldest and original Christian community. For that reason we have a rich history and spirituality that we do not always fully understand or appreciate. In this series, designed for both new and seasoned Catholics (as well as for curious non-Catholics) we look at certain particularly Catholic things and explain their origin and purpose. We will cover: • Why do Catholics make the Sign of the Cross? • Why are Catholic Bibles larger than Protestant Bibles? • Why do Catholics follow Apostolic Tradition? • Why do Catholics worship using seven sacraments? • Why do Catholics believe in Jesus’ Real Presence in the Eucharist? • What is the purpose of Catholics using holy water and other sacramentals? • Why are Catholics led by the pope? • Why do Catholics honor Mary and the Saints so much? • Why do Catholics believe in Purgatory? and, Come and renew and expand your faith. There are two choices (in person, same class): Monday evenings, starting April 25th at 6:30 p.m. in rooms H & I OR Wednesday mornings, starting April 27th at 9:30 a.m. in rooms H & I Videos will be uploaded a week after. There is no registration, just come join us, and no cost (a free will offering can be made if desired). We look forward to seeing you there!!! Come and see how exciting it is to be Catholic!!!!