One important part of becoming Catholic that dates back to the very beginnings of the Church is sponsorship. In the early Church, Christians who were already baptized and confirmed in the faith would sponsor other individuals on their Christian faith journey. They would share the Good News of Jesus Christ by teaching them about Jesus - his life, death and resurrection - taking them to church, answering questions and witnessing to these seekers the life of Christ.
This tradition continues today through sponsoring seekers interested in learning more about the Church through our Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) classes and then moving towards receiving Sacraments. Sponsors attend class with students, meet or talk with them to answer questions and walk with them on their journey of faith.
We are currently looking for sponsors with a variety of spiritual gifts to support those currently enrolling in OCIA. While we will not be able to use everyone who expresses interest this year, our hope is to develop a database of those interested. By answering a few questions we can get to know you a little better and find the best fit for each of those in need of a sponsor. Please clink on the link above to submit your interest -
Beginning on the First Sunday of Advent (December 1, 2024), our Sunday Gospel readings will be taken from the Gospel of Luke. Starting in November we will offer a six week Bible Study on the Gospel of Luke. We will meet on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 pm and Saturday mornings at 9:00 am. The first session for Saturday is November 2, 2024 and the first session for Tuesday is November 5, 2024. We will use the Little Rock Bible Study Program. Please register by October 11, 2025 to allow time to order the required books. You can register by clicking on the link above.
Beginning on the First Sunday of Advent (December 1, 2024), our Sunday Gospel readings will be taken from the Gospel of Luke. Starting in November we will offer a six week Bible Study on the Gospel of Luke. We will meet on Tuesday evenings at 6:00 pm and Saturday mornings at 9:00 am. The first session for Saturday is November 2, 2024 and the first session for Tuesday is November 5, 2024. We will use the Little Rock Bible Study Program. Please register by October 11, 2025 to allow time to order the required books. You can register by clicking on the link above.
Join friends for brunch and fellowship. Please bring a brunch dish to share, fruit, pastries, or a casserole. Dr. Catherine Michaud, CSJ will be our guest speaker. (click for more details)
This Baptism Preparation Session will be held on Saturday, November 16 2024. All parents that are expecting within the next four months should attend. The session is a requirement for a Baptism at Our Lady of Lourdes.
To register for the Baptism Session by clicking on the link below. If you have any questions please contact Peter Young at [email protected].
We will celebrate the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick at the 4:30 Mass on Saturday, December 7th. We invite all those who are sick, anticipating surgery, dealing with a chronic illness, or experiencing a decline in health to attend that Mass and be anointed.
Marriage Preparation Mornings Sessions are scheduled about three times per year.
You should plan accordingly to have participated in a Marriage Preparation Morning no less than 6 months before your wedding date.
The next Marriage Preparation Mornings are scheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Future sessions are tentatively Saturday, May 3, 2025 and Saturday, September, 6, 2025