Adult Faith Formation
 2008 Speaker Schedule |
January 10 Natural Family Planning
With Natural Family Planning, both spouses are taught to understand the nature of fertility and work with it, either to plan a pregnancy or to avoid it. NFP is low-cost, drug-free, and endorsed by the Catholic Church. Our speaker, Karen Buchert, will give us an overview of this effective family planning system. NOTE: meeting will take place in the DeLaSalle Room.January 24 Eucharistic Adoration
Eucharistic adoration is a practice in the Roman Catholic Church in which the Blessed Sacrament is exposed to and adored by the faithful. But exactly what goes on during the adoration and why do we do it? Jacquelyn Skelly will be on hand to explain more and to tell how we can get our children involved in this very special activity.February 7 Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World
We moms are often more “Martha” than “Mary.” At this meeting, Sister Jane Schlosser will invite all of us who are in Martha mode to slow down just a little and be affirmed in all the things we do to keep our corner of the world going.February 21 A Father’s Perspective
You probably already know or know of Greg Dellinger. He’s a St. Raphael School dad, Autumn Ball emcee, involved in CREEDS, CRHP retreats, and a Radio Disney DJ. Greg will give us his unique perspective on what it’s like to be a Catholic father raising a family in Naperville. DON’T BE LATE: speaker starts promptly at 9:15 a.m.March 6 Raising a Reader
Mrs. Marnie Buss, St. Raphael School’s librarian, will give us tips on how to raise a reader and get children excited about reading.March 27 Choosing the Right Pet for Your Family
Thinking about adding a four-legged member to your family? MGM member and P.A.W.S. volunteer Estrella Rosenberg will share some insight into how a new dog or cat can impact and enrich your family and how to go about the adoption process.April 10 Easy Meals for Busy Moms
Join us for a cooking demonstration! Chef Jerry James will give us tips on how to quickly and easily prepare delicious, healthful meals that will appeal to everyone in your family. Taste testings included!
April 24 Passing on the Creed: Handing our Gift of Faith to the Next Generation
As baptized Christians, we are called not only to live that faith, but also to pass it on. Rosie Owens will discuss the meaning of the Nicene Creed as a statement of belief and as an affirmation of a deep faith relationship with the Triune God. We will also look at the history and the content of the Nicene Creed as a personal and rich expression of faith.May 8 Learning Fun Over the Summer
aka “How to Help You Child Not be a Summer Couch Potato.” Becky Bewersdorf of West Suburban Educational Associates will share with us some fun reading, writing, and math activities you can do with your kids over the summer, plus some tips for combining learning opportunities with summer travel.May 22 End of Year Brunch
Happy Mother’s Day! Join us for our end-of-the year brunch at Colonial Restaurant (in Gartner Plaza) as we celebrate being a mom. Babysitting will be available at church during the brunch. We will meet at Colonial at 9:30 a.m. and everyone will pay their own way. Please contact Elizabeth at elizion@aol.com to reserve your spot.