Current Small Groups for Adults
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SPRING 2026
MONDAYS
LEARNING TO PRAY THE LITURGY OF THE HOURS
Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2 (5 weeks)
Time: 7pm – 8:15pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 2
Description:
MONDAY NIGHT YOUNG ADULT SMALL GROUP
Dates: February 2, 9, 16, 23, March 2, 9, 16 (7 weeks)
Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 1
Description: LIVING GOSPEL
This Bible study has two simple aims. First, the purpose of the study is to help believers, new and old, live out the faith through seven essential habits of the Church. Second, the study helps others learn to practice the art of reading Scripture, especially the Gospels.
On one hand, we want others to live out the Gospel and to embody its message with their lives. On the other hand, the Gospels are not just fairy tales or mere accounts of history, but a living reality that affects us today just as much as it affected Jesus’ listeners 2,000 years ago. This reality has the power to completely change our lives if we are open to hearing God’s message.
THE BIBLE TIMELINE: THE STORY OF SALVATION WITH JEFF CAVINS
Dates: FEB 2, 9, 16, 23, MAR 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, APR 13, 20, 27, MAY 4, 11, 18, JUN 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, JUL 5, 13, 20, 27 (24 WEEKS)
Time: 6:30pm – 8:15pm
Location: Community Room
Description: The most popular Catholic Bible study of all time is now taking you around the world, uncovering the story of salvation.
The Bible Timeline® is a powerful and immersive journey through Scripture from Creation to the establishment of the Church. With all-new videos in breathtaking locations across the Holy Land, Egypt, Rome, and beyond, this updated edition brings God’s Word to life like never before.
We encourage you to bring a bible!
NOTICE:
Purchase the Study Set (workbook and timeline foldout) HERE
AND/OR
Purchase Online Access HERE
For more information, contact Paola Peña at ppena@st-pius.org
Sign up HERE.
TUESDAYS
TUESDAY NIGHT YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY (AGES 22-35)
Dates: FEB 24, MAR 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, APR 7, 14, 21, 28, MAY 5, 12, 19, 26 (14 weeks)
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 2
A weekly gathering of local young adults discovering Christ through Scripture while building fellowship and camaraderie.
Sign up with Thomas HOLTZ HERE.
GOSPEL OF MARK, PART 2 – THE PASSION NARATIVE
Dates: FEB 24, MAR 3, 10, 17, 24 (5 weeks)
Time: 6pm – 7:15pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Office Library
Description: This is a close reading and reflection of the second half of Mark for Lent 2026.
This small group Bible study will engage Mark with a dual focus: careful theological exploration and fresh attention to how the Gospel was originally received by the early Christians.
GROUP LEADER: ANDREW LI
SIGN UP HERE
THE CHOSEN SERIES – SEASON TWO
Dates: Jan 7, 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25 (8 weeks)
Time: 7pm – 8:30pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 1
Description: With almost 1-billion-episode views, The Chosen is the first multiseason series about the life and ministry of Jesus of Nazareth. Primarily set in Judaea and Galilee in the 1st century, the series centers on Jesus and the people who met and followed him. Every week, you’ll watch an episode from The Chosen Season 2 at home and then gather as a group at St. Pius X for a lively discussion centered on the episode. EXPERIENCE THE CHOSEN and find out what everyone is talking about.
Sign up with Mike McPadden. Email at mmcpadden@yahoo.com.
WEDNESDAYS
A BIBLICAL WALKTHROUGH OF THE MASS with EDWARD SRI (Women Only)
Dates: FEB 4, 11, 25, MAR 4, 11 (5 weeks)
Time: 6:30pm – 8pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 1
Description: The words, the gestures, and the rituals of the Mass are rich in meaning. Everything we say and do in the Liturgy is steeped in biblical language.
A Biblical Walk Through the Mass explores the extraordinary biblical roots of the Liturgy and reveals what it all means and why it all matters. This fascinating tour of the Mass will renew your faith and deepen your love for and devotion to the Holy Eucharist.
Purchase Book HERE
Sign up with Lynn Curran lynn.curran49@gmail.com
ST. JEROME BIBLE STUDY ON THE UPCOMING SUNDAY READINGS
Dates: Meets every Wednesday unless *noted otherwise.
*For meeting dates, please check the parish calendar on the website. We are only meeting on the dates mentioned on the parish calendar. If you don’t see the study on a particular Wednesday night, that means we are not meeting.
Time: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 1
Description: The St. Jerome Bible Study Program is a weekly parish-based Bible study focused on the upcoming Sunday readings. By studying the Mass readings, participants will have a deeper level of engagement during the Liturgy of the Word and will be able to make Scripture more relevant in their lives.
The St. Jerome Bible Study program is offered in partnership with the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology. Participants will use resources from the St. Paul Center to interpret the Sunday readings within our Roman Catholic tradition.
NO PREP. Drop-ins are always welcome! Come when you can, we’ll always be here.
Sign up HERE.
THURSDAYS
WHO IS GOD? HOW CAN WE KNOW HIM?
Dates: FEB 5, 12, 19, 26, MAR 5, 19 (6 weeks)
Time: 6:30pm – 7:45pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Community Room
Description:One of the greatest questions ever asked is whether God exists. In this small group, we will first address arguments for the existence of God, including St. Thomas Aquinas’ Five Proofs for the Existence of God. Then, we will study God Himself: how we know Him, and what we can know about Him. As well as what we know about the Trinity.
Group Leader: Fr. Brendan.
Sign up HERE.
PERINATAL LOSS PROGRAM (Grief Group)
Dates: October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, 11, 18 (10 weeks)
Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 2
Description: This new program offers support to parents who have lost a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss. Mothers and fathers, as individuals or as a couple, are all welcome, no matter how long ago you suffered your loss.
Group Leader: Deacon Don Ross
Sign up HERE.
SATURDAYS
BUILDING A EUCHARISTIC MARRIAGE
DATES AND TIMES TBD.
Location: Parish Faith Center – Community Room.
Description: This spring, we will be learning from a new and exciting Catholic 7-part marriage enrichment video series called “Building a Eucharistic Marriage.” This marriage enriching concept and curriculum will be presented by the author, Greg Schutte, MSW, LISW-S.
Open to engaged and ALL married couples. Whether you’ve been married for 50 years or just getting started, this is for everyone.
For questions, please reach out to Karen Lannigan at karenlannigan0915@gmail.com.
BUILDING A EUCHARISTIC MARRIAGE
Dates: February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20 (6 weeks)
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Location: Parish Faith Center – Community Room
Description: This course will investigate the origins, nature, and purpose of angels and demons, and how they interact and influence the world around us. This course will also investigate the nature of man: specifically, the nature and relationship between body and soul, and the various powers of the soul.
Sign up with Fr. Brendan HERE.
MARRIAGE SMALL GROUPS
TOGETHER IN HOLINESS
Together in Holiness is a small group series for married couples in their early years of marriage or with children at home. Over 7 sessions throughout the year, couples explore their call to holiness through marriage and family life, gaining spiritual support, encouragement, and practical tools to grow in faith together. Offered in partnership with the St. John Paul II Foundation.
- A meal and time for fellowship.
- Short and beautifully-made videos with national speakers including Danielle Bean and Damon Owens.
- Discussion facilitated by Host Couples who are formed and supported by the St. John Paul II Foundation.
- A Bring it Home component that translates learning into living.
The registration cost for the year is $75 per couple.
Be part of the experience as a Participant Couple or as a Host Couple. Groups are formed on a rolling basis once there are enough people to create a group.
If you and your spouse are interested in being part of a Together in Holiness small group with other married couples at our parish, please click the button below to complete the interest form. Our Program Coordinator will be following up with those that fill out the form and connect you with a Host Couple.
For more information, contact Paola Pena at ppena@st-pius.org.
SUPPORT GROUPS
LIFE-GIVING WOUNDS: A SUPPORT GROUP FOR ADULT CHILDREN OF DIVORCE OR SEPARATION
2025-2026 Dates (Thursdays)
October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13, 20, December 4, January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5
Time: 6:30PM – 8PM
Location: SPX Parish Faith Center – Munro Room 2
Description: Life-Giving Wounds is a peer-led support group for adults (18+) whose parents are divorced or separated. It offers a space to reflect on the impact of family breakdown and begin healing in community with others who share this experience. Grounded in faith and sound psychological principles, the group provides spiritual support—not therapy—while encouraging participants to seek professional help when needed.
Who should attend?
This group is for any adult affected by their parents’ divorce, separation, or family brokenness—regardless of when it happened or the specific circumstances.
While supportive and compassionate, this is not a crisis group. If you’re in immediate need or facing serious issues like addiction or suicidal thoughts, please seek professional help first by calling 988 or consulting a licensed therapist.
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MATERIALS NEEDED
Life-Giving Wounds Companion Workbook
There is no other cost associated with participating in the support group.
REGISTRATION
The support group will be limited to 5-8 people for the 2025-2026 year. The first ones to sign up are the first to join. All others will be put on a waitlist.
Register HERE
For more information, contact Paola Pena at ppena@st-pius.org.
