Ablaze Groups
Looking for a peer community where you fit in that is striving to grow spiritually? Check out one of these small groups to meet fellow disciples of Jesus while deepening your understanding of God and relationship with the Lord. All groups are guided by theologically trained leaders.
Exodus 90 for Men
Mondays, 7-8pm
Weekly, January 1 – March 30
Juan's House, South Bend
Men, are you looking for a New Year's Resolution that'll bring you closer to Christ? Consider joining fellow men in journeying through Exodus 90 where you will have a chance to grow in prayer, asceticism (self-denial), and fraternity while navigating the book of Exodus.
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This spiritual exercise runs for 90 days, ending on the Easter Vigil. Fraternity meetings are held weekly, beginning January 8, in addition to monthly group social gatherings.
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Joining Exodus 90 through their app or website is required. The first 14 days are free and then membership costs $10/month. Financial help is available.
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Leader
Juan Maldonado, MTS
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Questions
Juan Maldonado
New Testament Reading Group
Saturdays, 10-11:30am
Weekly, January 20 – May 18
(No meetings: Feb 10, Mar 10 & 31, April 20)
Juan's House, South Bend
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In this new Ablaze Group, we will journey through the New Testament Epistles over the course of the Spring and Fall. We will read approximately 4 chapters each week and then discuss questions and insights while discovering God's word. Context will be provided for each letter.
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This Spring, we'll discuss 14 of the 21 letters:
1 & 2 Thessalonians; Philemon; Colossians; James; Hebrews; 1 Peter; Philippians; 1, 2, & 3 John; 1 & 2 Timothy; and Titus.
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Contact Juan for his house address and join the group!
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Leader
Juan Maldonado, MTS
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Questions
Juan Maldonado
Ablaze Bible Study
Tuesdays, 7-8:30pm
Every Week
St. Joseph Church
226 N. Hill St, South Bend
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Are you looking for a community of fellow young adults that gathers regularly? Do you want the Bible and Mass to become more relevant to your daily life? Then join us to study and discuss the Sunday scripture readings together. No weekly commitment required. Bring a Bible if you have one.
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Registration not needed, simply come!
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Leader
Sean Allen, MDiv
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Questions
Sean Allen
858-354-9006
Ablaze Bible Study
Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm
Every Week
St. Therese Little Flower Church
54191 Ironwood Rd, South Bend
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Are you looking for a community of fellow young adults that gathers regularly? Do you want the Bible and Mass to become more relevant to your daily life? Then join us to study and discuss the Sunday scripture readings together. No weekly commitment required. Bring a Bible if you have one.
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Registration not needed, simply come!
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Leaders
Juan Maldonado, MTS
Sean Allen, MDiv
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Questions
Sean Allen
858-354-9006
Awaken: Mental Health & Faith-Sharing Support Group
Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm
Every Week
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"I will not fear, for you are ever with me, and you will never leave me to face my perils alone." -Thomas Merton
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Are you looking for spiritual support in your struggles with mental health? Do you want to talk about the intersection of your mental health and your relationship with God? Then join us for prayer, sharing, fellowship, and reflection offered in a space of welcome and confidentiality.
No weekly commitment required. Share as you are comfortable and encounter the healing presence of the Holy Spirit.
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Contact us to join in!
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Leaders
Cassie Brouillard, MDiv
Michael Carroll, CMHC
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Questions
Cassie Brouillard
603-531-1359
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Sean Allen
858-354-9006