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Small Christian Communities
Small Christian Communities (SCC) are most often defined as gatherings of 8-12 people of faith who pray, share, support, learn and go forth in mission, evangelizing one another for others and the culture. Parish ministries, staff and other forms of communities may also include these same elements in their meetings and thus become ministerial (Small Christian Communities). The Catholic scriptures are foundational to most faith-sharing experiences, but Church doctrinal and social teachings as well as secular documents are also used.
Additionally, the ministry also supports other Diocesan ministries and activities including the Catholic Charismatic Renewal, Catholic Men for Jesus Christ, assisting in development of the content of their annual rallies. Further as an outgrowth of the latter, a Men of Faith Fellowship Directory has been developed and posted on the Catholic Men for Jesus Christ website (see list below under offers).
The Small Christian Community Ministry (SCCs)
Provides:
- Consultation to clergy and parishioners seeking to establish and maintain SCCs
- Presentations and gatherings for nourishing SCCs in a variety of settings
- Scriptural resources and workshops for a growing awareness, engagement and application to daily life
- Assistance to Diocesan and parish ministries sharing the vision of sharing faith and scripture
- Training and materials for leaders and facilitators for on-going formation.
Offers:
- Resources for Sharing Faith and Scripture
- “Echo the Journey”: www.echothejourney.com – The Office of Catechesis Blog
- Links to Dedicated SCC Sites
Downloads:
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Resources for Sharing Faith and Scripture
Resources for Sharing Faith and Scripture has three major sections. The first section is devoted to faith sharing in small groups. The second focuses on identifying scriptural materials. The third concentrates on evangelization, the mission of all and grounded in faith sharing and scripture. Each division also contains websites and links.
Navigation through the Resources appears to the right of this paragraph and the list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) may expedite the search for the needed information. Downloads of the material appear only in a PDF format.
FAQs
- Where can I find organizations that support Small Christian Community activity?
- Can you provide a listing of faith sharing materials?
- Where can I find lectio divina/spiritual reading helps?
- What is the real advantage and difference between scripture sharing and bible study?
- Where can I find an authoritative statement on how Catholics view the scripture?
- Where can I find some pre-packaged bible studies?
- Can you guide me to the writings of St. Paul?
- How can Catholic members of Small Christian Communities evangelize and reach out to inactive Catholics?
- Do you have a composite listing of the Websites identified throughout the Resource you have provided?
Contact Us:
Office of Catechesis
Small Christian Community Ministry
Coordinator: Bob Bursley
609-406-7400 ext. 5623
Fax: 609-406-7415
rbursl@dioceseoftrenton.org
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