Adult Formation

“Teach them to carry out everything I have commanded you. And know that I am with you to the end of the world.”
Matthew 28:20

Bible Study: Click Here - for a complete schedule of classes, topics, and special events.

• St. Charles Monday Night Bible Study - an interactive approach to the study of the Word of God. Meets most Monday's from 7:30 until about 9:00 p.m. (Contact Julie Gallagher at 447-4549).
• Pastor's Bible Study meets Mondays (except holidays) from 9:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. We are currently studying the 19th chapter of the Book of Revelation. (Contact Fr. Bob at 447-4549).
• A Sunday morning study of the lectionary readings with special application to the community is available. (Contact Dave Hipple at 449-3675).

RCIA Rite of Christian Initiation of Adult

• Are you interested in learning what it means to be a Catholic?
• Are you interested in becoming a member of the Catholic Community with full reception, celebrating Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, and First Eucharist?
• Are you a baptized adult Catholic who would like to receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and/or First Eucharist?

If you answered yes, then RCIA, Rite of Christian Initiation of Adult, is for you.

The RCIA is a journey in faith reflection on how God has been active in our lives, and is a process for those interested in becoming members of the Catholic faith community, or for those adults who need to complete their sacraments. The RCIA program begins in September and continues through Pentecost with weekly sessions on Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:30 PM. In addition, from Advent through Lent, Candidates are dismissed from the Sunday 9:30 AM liturgy following the liturgy of the word to reflect on the Gospel reading. Throughout the nine month RCIA period, five major rites and four minor rites are held during the liturgies to mark important stages in the Candidate’s faith journey.

For more information regarding the RCIA process, contact Rose Gallagher at the Rectory, (925) 447-4549.

L.I.F.E. (Lessons in Faith Experience) offers opportunities for adults to deepen their relationship with God and enhance their faith life. Sessions are held once a month in the Keeley Center and feature guest speakers resenting real-life topics. A Lenten mission will be offered, which includes daily Mass. Fees will be charged for each session. Dates and topics are announced in the bulletin each month and posted on the monthly calendar mailed to parishioners. Contact Updating Catholics Coordinator: 447-4549.

Click Here for current LIFE schedule through May, 2008.

M.O.M.S. (Ministry of Mother’s Sharing) is a parish-based peer ministry, which brings the companionship of other women into one’s busy life. The eight-week program allows participants to develop a greater awareness of their own spirituality as a mother and to appreciate the ministry of their own motherhood. A personal journal is used to guide women through the series. It is designed for mothers of any ages and stages. Evening and daytime sessions are offered at various times during the year. Enrollment for each series is limited to 12 women. Contact M.O.M.S. leader (see ministry roster for name and phone number).

S.P.R.E.D. is a program for awakening and deepening the faith life in young Catholic teens and adults with developmental disabilities. Our goal is to provide appropriate creative activities, Scripture readings, discussions and sacramental experiences. Some are able to prepare and receive the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and/or Confirmation. Meetings are currently held twice a month frrom 7:00 - 9:00 PM. at the Catholic Community of Pleasanton. Age requirement is 11 yrs. and up. Contact Denise Young, SPRED Coordinator, 462-0105 or email cyoung7717@comcast.net.

updating catholics offers different, individual and unique programs tailored to the needs of men and women who have questions about the Church and their faith. Contact Updating Catholics Coordinator: 447-4549.