Bible Study Groups

Sign up for one of the vibrant Bible Study groups at St. David the King by emailing dtkBibleStudies@aol.com or calling Dorothy Soi at 275-3837 (evenings) or Nanci Bachman at 275-7111 x 11 (days).  This is a wonderful way to grow in your faith and meet other parishioners!

WHY STUDY THE BIBLE?

• To address St. David the King’s Mission Statement: "As a people of faith, we express our belief…in the study and teaching of scripture and tradition."

• To be in accord with Pope Paul VI’s encyclical Evangelii Nuntiandi:  On Evangelism in the Modern World, "Those who are already disciples of Jesus Christ…[need] to be constantly nourished by the Word of God so that they may grow in their Christian life."

• To adhere to The Catechism of the Catholic Church (Second Edition):  “The Church forcefully and specifically exhorts all the Christian faithful . . . to learn the surpassing knowledge of Jesus Christ, by frequent reading of the divine scriptures. Ignorance of the Scriptures is ignorance of Christ.”  #133

• To obey our Lord Jesus Christ who said, "Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God." (Matthew 4:3-5)

YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY (AGES 20s – 30s)

Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Facilitator:  Jeff Pinyan (518-331-2351)
Location: St. David the King Church , Princeton Jct.
Study:  Praying the Psalms
Preparation Time:  Minimal

If you have a deep interest in the Bible or you have questions about your faith (or both!), and you're a young adult (20s to early 30s), join us as we seek answers together in Scripture.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

Tuesdays, 8:00 – 9:00 PM (Optional prayer 7:30 – 8:00 pm )
Facilitator:  Dorothy Soi (275-3837)
Location:  401 Village Road East , Princeton Jct.
Study:  Discerning the Will of God
Preparation:  Minimal

How do you listen for God's gracious guidance as you face daily decisions, both big and small? We’ll explore passages of the Bible to learn how God revealed His will to His people in the past and discover basic principals to help us discern His will for our lives today. 

Wednesdays, 10:00 – 11:30 AM
Facilitator:  Barbara Bocchino (799-0850) and Cathy Savage (799-2054)
Location:  St. David the King Church , Princeton Jct.
Study:  Paul's Letter to the Philippians
Preparation Time:  Minimal

Paul founded the church at Philippi .  His letter to the church years later provides important guidance on how we can deepen our relationship with Christ and each other while living out our daily lives.

Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00 PM
Facilitator:  Jean Lovejoy (799-4835)
Location:  7 Hawk Drive , Princeton Jct
Study:  Gospel of Mark
Preparation Time:  Minimal

For whom was this Gospel written and what does it have to say to us in today's world?

Fridays, 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Facilitator:  Brenda Loury (275-5468)
Study:  The Gospel of Matthew
Location:  St. David the King Church , Princeton Jct.
Preparation Time: Minimal

Join us for this study of the Gospel of Matthew.  The Gospel was written to prove that Jesus Christ is the promised Savior, the Messiah, the King of all Kings.  The miracles recorded in Matthew reveal the authority of Jesus and His true identity.

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS

Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00 PM , and
Saturdays, 8:30 – 10:00 AM
Facilitator:  Kirk Loury (275-5468 or kloury@comcast.net)
Location:  St. David the King Church , Princeton Jct.
Study:  I’m Redeemed!  Finding salvation in everyday life
Preparation Time:  None

We are redeemed from death by the blood of Jesus Christ, and it is through this gift of free Grace that we receive eternal life.  Salvation has other forms and we experience salvation’s fullness when we understand how active God is in our daily lives.

Fridays, 8:00 – 9:30 PM
Facilitator:  Anne Clifton (936-0596)
Location: St. David the King Church , Princeton Jct.
Study:  Psalms - part 2 (Little Rock Scripture Study)
Preparation:  20 minutes daily

The study includes two sessions on the royal psalms, psalms of lament and psalms of declarative praise. Just as Jesus prayed the Psalms, we can incorporate them into our own prayer. Format will include personal study and discussion. Note: Participation in Psalms - part 1 not required.

THE BIBLE’S IMPACT ON ST. DAVID THE KING PARISHIONERS

When I attended my first Young Adult Bible Study meeting, I found myself enjoying the discussion on the selected readings, and heard eye-opening interpretations from the other members of the group that I had never thought about before. It helped me understand some things that I might not have understood by myself.  It has become a great refresher of my faith, and the meetings are incredibly calming in the middle of a stressful work week. Because of Bible Study, I have thankfully grown in my relationship with God, and I encourage others who would like to do the same to join a study group. It has definitely changed my life for the better.
Nicole House

At first I was intimidated about joining a Bible Study.  I didn't think I was "Catholic enough.”   I am so glad I took the first step and participated.  It has been an incredible experience to read and discuss scripture together with friends old and new.  This has deepened my understanding of the events in the Bible, and has ignited a fire within me to learn more, to do better, and to share my understanding with others.  As a PREP teacher, it has helped to give my lessons more depth and excitement.  I am so looking forward to our next Bible Study.
Sheri Lagana

Scripture study with other women in my parish has been a great blessing in my life. I am amazed at the insights offered by members of my group as we analyze a passage together. We read the same passages, but God speaks to us so individually. This has been a beautiful way for me to know parishioners at a deeper level and to sense God working toward the coming of His Kingdom. Each season I look forward to having more time to spend with the women who are part of my St. David the King family.
Jean Lovejoy

I'd been yearning to study the Bible with others for many years after trying to read it on my own and just not feeling fulfilled.  Bible Study has had a great impact on my life, and I am so grateful for this opportunity.  Our recent study helped me to understand God's faithfulness and protection not only for the people in the stories, but for us today.  I hear how God works in the lives of others as I listen to their faith sharing.  How good to know God is alive and working in us today!  Studying the Bible helps me to recognize God in my life and listen for Him. I am getting so much out of Bible study that I now attend two Bible Study groups each week!
Cindy Sosa