Fall 2025 Parish Bible Studies
Never stop learning about the Faith! Studying the Bible in a group setting is a wonderful way
to continue our life long journey to grow in our understanding God’s Word. It helps us focus
on a particular book or aspect of the Bible or our faith and helps us find the deeper meaning
and how it plays out in our daily lives. “When we open God’s Word, its truth will be imparted
to us…” Studying with others broadens our outlook, expands our knowledge, and opens us
up to hear the Holy Spirit speak to us here and now. A group setting allows for discussions
and provides the healthy support of a small faith community surrounding us in prayer.
The ROC Catholics Northwest Evangelization Team has put together a listing of Bible Studies
which are currently happening within our 7 parish area. This resource can help you find a
convenient time and place to join a group with a topic that interests you.
• St. Leo’s:
❖ Bible Study Tuesday evenings at 7pm with Fr. Bob Ring
❖ Sundays immediately following the 10:30 Mass from approximately 11:45-1:15 pm in the
parish center Room 2. Video format and open discussions. Current Topic is a selected book of
the Bible
• St. Lawrence:
❖ The Gospel of Luke by Jeff Cavins and Jeffrey Morrow
❖ 8 Sessions
❖ Mondays at 6:30pm beginning September 22, 2025 meets in Deacon Hall
❖ 30 minute video with questions and answer period, workbooks
Contact: Karen Bunker
St. Charles Borromeo: New Bible Series coming – information to follow
Contact: Deacon Richard Lombard 585-259-3846
• St. John the Evangelist:
❖ Monday mornings 9:00-10:00 am September 1-December 29, 2025
❖ Meet in Parish Center.
➢ Holy Cross
❖ Bible Study video series: “Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the
Catechism of the Catholic Church*” Dr. Edward Sri, Jeff Cavins, Dr. Marcellino
D’Ambrosio, and Fr. Mike Schmitz (Ascension Press Video)
❖ 20 Sessions (Each session is a 30-minute video followed by 30 minutes of small group
discussion)
❖ Sundays from 9:00 – 10:00 am begins October 12, 2025, at the Holy Cross Parish Center,
4492 Lake Avenue, Rochester, NY 14612
❖ Contact: Joe DiVincenzo
❖ Visitors & Guests are welcome
➢ *Additional Info:
➢ Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism of the Catholic Church
➢ The Catechism of the Catholic Church is the definitive summary of our Catholic beliefs
and practices. Drawing from the riches of Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition, it
highlights how our faith is rooted in the teachings of Christ and his
apostles. The Catechism is an essential book for every Catholic to read and
understand.
➢ This dynamic, video-based program is filmed across 40 locations in 11 countries on 4
continents—taking you to the places where our faith was explained and clarified by
Church councils, the Church doctors, and the saints. This study is a spiritual
pilgrimage that will transform the way you understand Catholic teachings and live the
Catholic Faith.
➢ Led by renowned educators such as Dr. Edward Sri, Jeff Cavins, Dr. Marcellino
D’Ambrosio, Fr. Mike Schmitz, and others, this comprehensive study walks you through
the Catechism from beginning to end, unpacking its rich insights and showing you how
to apply them to your daily life.
➢ Over 20 powerful sessions, you’ll explore the core beliefs of the Catholic Faith, discover
the historic ecumenical councils, unfold the biblical context of the Catechism, and deepen
your understanding of God’s plan for your life.
➢ More information is available on the Ascension Press website under the PROGRAMS AND
RESOURCES –> BIBLE STUDIES tab or use this link: Foundations of Faith: A Journey
Through the Catechism of the Catholic – Ascension
• St. Mark’s:
o Angels (& demons) Study using Scripture, Patristics, Contemporary Theologians, and various
Church Teachings
o Meets at 6:30pm in the Old Church September 29, October 6,20,27, and November 3,10
o Bring a bible and notebook