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Adult Formation

 Are you longing for a deeper understanding of your Catholic Faith?  St. John VIanney Parish offers many opportunities to gather together and grow with your brothers and sisters in Christ. Please take some time to prayerfully consider one of theses groups.  Contact the Church office (608-752-8708) for more information on any of the groups listed below:

Small Groups Small Groups start in the Fall and Spring of each year.  Groups typically meet once aweek.. This a great way to make new friends and grow in your knowledge of the Catholic Faith.  Listen to the powerful testimony given by a small group facilitator, a long-time small group member and first-time group member.
   
Adult Catholic Spirit Club Adults from the area's Catholic Churches gather once a month from September through May around a pot-luck luncheon folllowed by a short presentation on various interesting topics.  Contact Rose for additinal information.
   
RCIA For those new to the Catholic Faith and those who have not received the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, First Eucharist and or Confirmation.  Please contact Mary Eckert for meeting times.
   
Theology on Tap A Speaker series designed for yourng adults in their 20's and 30's to gather and discuss their Cathoilc Faith.  All young adults are welcome, especially those who may not be currently practicing their faith, as well as those who are interested in learning morea bout their faith.  For meeting times and scheduled topics, and location please contact Theology on Tap.
   
Women's Scripture Study Women gather weekly to pray and gain a better understanding of the coming week's readings and gospel.  Child care is provided during the meeting which typically is on Wednesday mornings at 9 a.m. and meets in the Chapel in Marian Hall.  Please contact the church office for additional details.
   
Ave Maria Institute for Pastoral Theology Want to pursue a master's degree in theology while keeping your current job? The Institute for Pastoral Theology offers an outstanding program, and can be pursued in just one weekend per month - with summers off. A new group of students will begin the three year program at St. John Vianney Parish in Janesville in the Fall of 2011 - one of them could be you. Contact the IPT by calling 1-866-866-1100 or by e-mail ipt@avemaria.edu. For more information about the Institute for Pastoral Theology see their website at www.ipt.avemaria.edu.