Adult Formation
Who We Are:
The Adult Formation Committee is a group of individuals who come together to share ideas, contribute talents, and work together in order to create opportunities within the parish for the following: deepening our understanding of our Faith, growth in our relationship with Christ and with each other, grow to be better disciples of Jesus Christ, and deepen the presence of the Holy Spirit within the parish. We aim to practice in our own lives what we learn through the opportunities we create in the parish. We strive to create a welcoming and family environment in all that we do - in working together as a committee and in creating opportunities for the parish. We meet for a yearly calendar planning meeting and collaborate on an as needed basis during the times in between programs/activities so that we can better focus on the programs/activities as they occur.
Upcoming Events
2026-2027
Adult Formation Schedule
| 2026-2027 Parish-Wide Adult Formation Schedule (all high schoolers and older are welcome) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Date | Presenter | Time | Location |
| 1. Why the Bible Matters: The Vision of Dei Verbum | Thursday, October 29, 2026 | Dr. Daniel Scholz | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex |
| 2. A Biblical Walk Through the Mass with Edward Sri | ||||
| Thursday, January 7, 2027 | Edward Sri, Ascension Press | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex | |
| Thursday, January 21, 2027 | Edward Sri, Ascension Press | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex | |
| Thursday, February 4, 2027 | Edward Sri, Ascension Press | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex | |
| Thursday, February 18, 2027 | Edward Sri, Ascension Press | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex | |
| Thursday, March 4, 2027 | Edward Sri, Ascension Press | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex | |
| (snow day, if needed) | Thursday March 18, 2027 | Edward Sri, Ascension Press | 6:30-8:30pm | Narthex |
Past Adult Formation Events
Dr. Daniel Scholz's Two-Part Presentation on the Old Testament
Dr. Daniel Scholz provided the parish with an engaging, two-part presentation exploring the accuracy of the stories found in the Old Testament. In addition to their own, attendees explored the following questions: Are these tales true as written, or are they merely hearsay that have been passed down and embellished over the centuries to convey a message? What relevance do they hold for us in today’s world?
Adult Formation Bible Study Success!
St. Martin of Tours Spring Bible Study, "Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible", was an astounding success! Sixty-nine participants attended 8 sessions together, building a solid foundation of the Bible and expanding the concept of prayer. Through this study, participants formed a greater sense of community within the parish, forming new relationships with one another, and strengthening existing relationships. Thank you to everyone who contributed their time and talents to make this a parish-wide success! Future parish-wide adult formation events - open to high school and above, parishioners and non-parishioners - will be announced on the parish website by mid-July. You won't want to miss out on learning more about your Catholic Faith amongst present and future friends!
Click here for the "Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible" Follow-Up document, which states the goals of the Bible Study, points to keep in mind when studying the Bible, and simple steps everyone can take to further their Biblical understanding.
Adult Formation History of Events:
● Chosen, Season 4: fall 2025 – fellowship, faith-based movie, small group discussion, group prayer
Narthex. 6:30pm. Thursdays: 9/4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16
● Parish Christmas Book, Dynamic Catholic: 2022-2025 – Adult Formation Christmas outreach
● Little Black Book (Lent), Little Books of the Diocese of Saginaw, Inc: 2022-2025 – Daily Lenten prep
● Little Blue Book (Advent), Little Books of the Diocese of Saginaw, Inc: 2022-2025 – Daily Advent prep
● Comparing Gospel Narratives: Spring 2025 – Lenten Prep, reading of the Bible through lens of our Catholic faith; what the Gospels mean for us today
● “Who Do You Say I Am?” Shroud of Turin Documentary and Q&A with director/creator: March 2024 – Lenten Prep, Analysis of personal relationship with Christ
● The Eucharist in the Early Church, Dr. Mike Brummond: February 2024 – Eucharist in the Early Church & today
● Our Common Priesthood, Dr. Mike Brummond: February 2024 – Our place as individuals in the Catholic faith
● How to Read the Bible: Genesis, Dr. Gary Klump: February 2024 – how to read the Bible thru the lens of our Catholic faith
● Liturgy of the Hours: spring 2024 – enhancing prayer life, precursor to participation at Monday Evening Adoration at St. Martin of Tours.
● Chosen, Season 3: fall 2024 – fellowship, faith-based movie, small group discussion, group prayer
● Chosen, Season 2: spring 2023 – fellowship, faith-based movie, small group discussion
● The Holy Spirit: Revealed in Scripture & Active in Our Lives, Dr. Mike Brummond: Feb. 2023 – Holy Spirit
● Mary, Mother of God, Bishop Barron: Dec. 2023 – Advent Prep, Prep for Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
● Beauty of Hope with Fr. John Ricardo: Fall 2023 – where we find hope in difficulty, identifying our sources of hope
● Chosen, Season 1: spring 2022 – fellowship, faith-based movie, small group discussion
● Alpha: fall 2022 – Fellowship, general faith exploration, small group discussion
● The Mass, Bishop Barron: 2021 – in depth study of the Catholic Mass
● Turning Point, Matthew Kelly, Dynamic Catholic: 2020 - Bible Study of the Gospel of John