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Whether you are new to St. Paul’s letters or know them well, this study invites you to explore Paul’s spirituality and discover how his message continues to shape Christian discipleship today.
When: Wednesdays, 10:00–11:45 a.m., Aug. 19–Nov. 11
Thursdays, 6:00–7:45 p.m., Aug. 20–Nov. 12
Where: St. Joseph Room, OLS Family Life Center
Presenter: Sr. Madeline Contorno, OSB
Book Cost: $15, payable on the first day of class
Registration Deadline: Aug. 5, when books will be ordered
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Bible Study for Women — The Book of Job
Why does God allow human suffering? For thousands of years, the profoundly moving story of Job has helped people of faith pray with that question and seek hope amid loss, mystery, and evil.
When: Thursdays, 10:00–11:45 a.m., Sept. 10–Nov. 5
Facilitator: Sr. Madeline Contorno, OSB
Where: St. Joseph Room, OLS Family Life Center
Book Cost: $10, payable on the first day of class
Registration Deadline: Aug. 24, when books will be ordered
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Catholic Tune-Up Fall Series: “Remaining Profoundly Human”   
A study of Pope Leo’s Magnifica Humanitas. Pope Leo XIV reminds us that every generation faces new challenges. Together we will ask: How do we remain profoundly human in an age of artificial intelligence?
When: ​10:00-11:15 am, from Sept. 13-Dec. 6 during PSR
Presenter: Sr. Madeline Contorno, OSB
Where: St. Joseph Room in OLS Family Life Center
Cost of Materials: $10 payable on the first day of class
Registration Deadline: August 24 when books will be ordered. 
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Grief Support Group Fall 2026
For: Those who have recently lost a family member through death
When: Mondays, 4:00–5:30 p.m., Sept. 21–Nov. 16
Where: Family Life Center, 2nd Floor Conference Room
What: The ABCs of Healthy Grieving
Why: To offer healing support in a faith-filled, compassionate setting
How to Register: Email [email protected] or call 205-871-8121, ext. 111 to set up a meeting time with Sr Madeline before group begins
Interview Deadline: Sept. 4               
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Marriage Enrichment — The Third Option: 
This program inspires and encourages couples to build healthier relationships in marriage, family life, the workplace, and the community by accepting responsibility for their own thoughts, feelings, choices, and behaviors.
When: Tuesday evenings beginning Aug. 18
Time and Place: 6:30–8:30 p.m., Family Life Center. Childcare is available for a minimal fee.
Deadline for Registration: Aug. 10.
How to Register? Contact Matt and Caroline Romano at [email protected]
When decisions are to be made in a marriage, there is always “his way” and “her way,” but what is “God’s way”? Come learn how to choose the Third Option.