St. Joseph University Parish
Religious Education
Adult Faith Formation
Grow in faith. Grow in justice. Grow together.
Looking for something more? Whether you’re returning to your faith or exploring it for the first time, our adult formation programs meet you where you are—and walk with you deeper.
Who It's For?
We welcome:
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Lifelong Catholics seeking renewal
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Converts who want to keep going deeper
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Adults who missed Confirmation or didn’t receive catechesis
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Anyone curious, searching, or needing a new start
“Conscience is the aboriginal Vicar of Christ.”
— St. John Henry Newman

What We Offer
Throughout the year, we offer:
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Weekly or seasonal Bible studies and book groups
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Guided reflections on Catholic Social Teaching
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Faith and Justice discussions on real-world issues
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Workshops on prayer, discernment, and Catholic identity
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Special events around Advent, Lent, and the lives of saints

Our Approach
We draw from the beauty of Catholic tradition and the urgency of the Gospel in our world today. Inspired by Pope Francis’ call for “a Church that is poor and for the poor,” we affirm:
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The dignity of every person
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The sacred role of conscience
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The call to protect creation
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The need to uplift women’s voices
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The importance of welcoming those on the margins
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You Are Welcome Here!
If you’ve ever felt like church wasn’t for you—too rigid, too distant, too closed—you’re not alone. But we believe the Church is at its best when it becomes a space for listening, growing, and walking with others in love.
“...who am I to judge?.”
— Pope Francis
“The Church must do more than say, ‘You are loved.’ It must show it.”
— Fr. James Martin, SJ
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Wherever you are on the journey, whatever your past—you are welcome to grow in faith with us.
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For questions or more information email us at RelEd@StJoeUp.org or call us at (812) 232-7011