Adult Formation

Faith is meant to mature throughout one’s entire life, adult formation sessions are intended to help adults understand the Catholic faith more deeply, live it responsibly, and share it with others. Catholics encounter many competing ideas about truth, human dignity, family, sexuality, justice, success, and happiness. Formation sessions help adults evaluate these ideas in the light of the Gospel. This is especially important because adult Catholics are called to bring Christian wisdom into the world—not merely to keep faith private.


Pope St. John Paul II called adult catechesis “the principal form of catechesis” because adults have the greatest responsibilities and the capacity to live the Christian message in a fully developed way.


The parish offers a variety of formation opportunities for adults to grow in their faith, be in community with others, understand Catholic scripture and tradition, serve others and pray together. 


Sunday Adult Formation sessions will take place in the Church Hall, from 9-10:15 am on the following Sundays…

  • September 27th with Jon Metz presenting on Franciscan Spirituality
  • October 25th with Al McCauley presenting on Legendary Saints
  • November 29th possible date
  • December 20th with Barbara Haig presenting on St. Sebastian’s Welcome Group
  • January 31st with Rob Shelledy presenting on The Common Good
  • April 25th with Zac Karanovich
  • May 30th TBD


Questions? Contact Jessica Quintanilla, Adult Formation Minister, at 414-453-7150 x125 or jquintanilla@saintsebs.org.

Resources

Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Are you already Catholic but want to deepen your faith? Perhaps you have a strong and active faith practice and you're you feeling called to walk alongside others on their faith journey? Adult Formation will start offering "Catholic Class" on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 5 pm.

OCIA (Formerly RCIA)

Are you interested in becoming Catholic? Are you feeling called to explore a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ? Are you an adult Catholic that needs to be confirmed?


We're glad you're interested in exploring the Catholic faith! With a global community of over a billion believers, each individual's journey to Christ is unique and significant. Embrace the daily presence of His grace in your life, allowing it to guide and inspire you. 


Whether you're coming from a different Christian background or seeking to complete your sacraments in the Catholic Church, we're here to support you on your journey of faith. Let's walk together in the richness of the Catholic faith and tradition. 


WHERE TO BEGIN

  • One of the best ways is to reach out to our Adult Faith Formation Director, Jessica Quintanilla, who will help you determine the next steps on your faith journey. You can also speak to Father Peter Patrick, or talk to one of the deacons, all of who will be happy to listen and help you determine your next step. 
  • Pray. Ask God to guide you in your journey.
  • Attend Mass. Our family of faith is warm and welcoming.
  • Read the Scripture. Consider signing up for a daily reflection from Catholic Daily Reflections or My Catholic Life! online. 
  • Explore the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the official summary of our faith.


Contact Jessica Quintanilla at 414-453-7150 x125 or jquintanilla@saintsebs.org for more information about RCIA!