Evangelization - St. Stephen Catholic Community

Evangelization

Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA)
RCIA is a process which enables a person to gradually journey toward becoming a member of the Roman Catholic Church through faith sharing, praying, and serving with the church community. Questions are answered along the way, allowing the participants the freedom to decide whether or not to continue the journey. RCIA meets most Thursdays from 7-9 pm in the Hall of the Holy Family Center.
Mary Craven, 758.2424
Rite of Christian Initiation of Children (RCIC)
RCIC is for children of catechetical age (7 years) who have not been baptized or have not been raised in the Catholic faith. RCIC meets most Thursdays from 7-8:30 pm in Room 101A.
Connie Blevins, 758.6068
Landings
Landings is a ministry for Catholics who have been away from the Church. In a short 9 weeks, you can learn from other parishoners about their spiritual journeys, current practices in the Church, and gain a deeper understanding of Catholicism, the St. Stephen Community, and your own faith. Come join us, make new friends, and help yourself and others grow spiritually in God's grace.
Mary Craven, 758.2424
Easter Egg Hunt
Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus in the Easter season, as part of Kid's Day.
Kevin Hennessey, 883-0844.
FIAT (Faith in Action Together) Groups
Many small groups meet for Scripture and Faith Sharing in homes of host parishioners during Lent and in the Fall. FIAT is an excellent way for newcomers to meet people in the parish and enter into the life of the parish.
Tom Samoray, 874.0957
Gospel of Life Team
Supports the dignity of every human person from conception through natural death. Through prayer and faithful citizenship, together we can defend life against threats such as abortion, euthanasia, captial punishment, economic injustice, and unethical medical research.
Sean Muldoon, 847.0063; Kathy Walsh, 883.9273
Newcomers Dinners
Three times a year covered dish socials offer the chance to gather as a community and welcome new parishoners. Aside from great food, its a wonderful opportunity to meet the Parish Council, staff, and other parishoners. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus.
Chip Harris, 754.0242
Prayer Garden
Located behind the Holy Family Center, the garden serves as a place for meditation and quiet gatherings, with a rosary walk, arbor, gazebo, benches, perennial flower beds, and statues of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Mary, Saints Francis, Jude, and Anthony. Volunteer gardeners gather on Wednesday evenings, April through October, and on Saturdays as announced through winter.
Rose Wathen, 443.2125
Refugee Resettlement
Through Catholic Charities, St. Stephen prepares to welcome and help one family at a time get settled into the Nashville culture.
Janice Gentry, 500.0259
The Spirit Newsletter
Published bi-monthly, The Spirit is mailed to all registered parishoners. Issues include a community calendar, committee news, parish activity information and inspiration. Your journalistic contributions are welcomed. Watch for deadlines in the church bulletin.
Paul Taylor, 754.6963
Evangelizing Stewards
Over 100 parishioners serve as connection neighbors, making contact at least once each year with every St. Stephen family, and hosting regular all-parish Community Assemblies.
Scott Goudeau, 758.2424, extension 30

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