Lent 2023 Bible Study Groups
LENT 2023 BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
FOR PARENTS of YOUNG CHILDREN, YOUNG ADULTS, MEN AND WOMEN AND WOMEN ONLY
Bible study groups will be meeting in person and/or via Zoom during Lent. Enjoy warm fellowship in person at St. David the King, or just open your computer, click on a link, and enjoy lively discussions in the comfort of your own home.
TO REGISTER:
- Register online at AT THIS LINK (via Google Form) or
- Contact Dorothy Soi by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by phone or text at (609) 439-7477.
USE THESE LINKS TO "JUMP" TO A SPECIFIC SECTION:
REASONS TO STUDY THE BIBLE
PARENTS OF FAITH GROUP (FOR PARENTS OF YOUNG CHILDREN - MONTHLY MEETINGS VIA ZOOM)
YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY GROUP (AGES 20s & 30s)
MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
TESTIMONIES OF GROUP MEMBERS
- To address the apostolic exhortation, Verbum Domini, by Pope Benedict XVI, for the flowering of “a new season of greater love for sacred Scripture on the part of every member of the People of God, so that their prayerful and faith-filled reading of the Bible will, with time, deepen their personal relationship with Jesus.”
- 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 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 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)
PARENTS OF FAITH GROUP
(For Parents of Young children - Monthly Meetings via Zoom)
Monthly Meetings (date and time to be determined by the group) – via Zoom only
Facilitator: Jeffrey Pinyan (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 609-403-0373)
Preparation Time: None
Study: God’s Word on the Family
Enjoy lively discussions based on inspiring family-oriented Scripture passages. As we learn more about God’s Word, we’ll grow in our faith, share our thoughts and enjoy moments of laughter, too. Whether you participate with or without your spouse, you’ll feel comfortable in this friendly group. And no apologies are ever necessary for interruptions by little ones or pets! We understand that parents have busy schedules. Join us when you can!
YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY GROUP (AGES 20s & 30s)
Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:30 PM – Meeting in the Spiritual Reading Room and via Zoom
Facilitators: Brandon Dolly (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 609-672-6345) and Ian Henderson
Study: James
Preparation Time: None
This Lent we will continue our study of James, one of the most practical books of the Bible. We'll use this collection of teachings to better understand how to rely on God to find peace in our everyday lives. Whether you're new to our group or a regular attendee, you'll find something powerful and applicable in this study.
MEN'S AND WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
Mondays, 1:30 – 3:00 PM – Meeting in the Spiritual Reading Room
Facilitator: Joe DiLiberto (609-890-9530 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Study: What We Believe: The Beauty of the Catholic Faith (Part 2) – Ascension study by Marcellino D'Ambrosio and Andrew and Sarah Swafford (Note: We welcome any new members who did not attend Part 1 in Fall 2022 – please sign up!)
Preparation: Weekly readings, questions for reflection and Scripture meditations. Workbook required. Preview here: https://ascensionpress.com/pages/what-we-believe-the-beauty-of-the-catholic-faith-free-preview
This study will outline who we are as Catholics, what we believe, and how we live. Jesus is “the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6), and the early Christians were known for being people of the “Way.” Being Catholic means making a journey into the heart of God not as isolated individuals, but in the company of a family, a community, that Jesus called the Church (see Matthew 16:18). 6 Sessions (5+1 to recap fall sessions).
Fridays, 7:30 - 9:00PM – Meeting via Zoom (possibly with in person meetings)
Facilitator: Anne Clifton (609-936-0596 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Study: The Eucharist in Scripture – a Little Rock Scripture Study
Preparation: Weekly readings and reflection questions
In this year of Eucharistic Revival, join us to learn how our ancestors in faith shared meals in fellowship and in covenant relationship with God. The study covers some Old Testament meals, the Last Supper, the “Bread of Life” discourse, and the early church’s practice of “breaking bread.” At each session, we will discuss reflection questions, then watch a wrap-up video lecture. Workbook required.
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY GROUPS
Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:30 PM – Meeting via Zoom only
Facilitator: Dorothy Soi (609-439-7477 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Study: The Passion and Resurrection According to Matthew
As we reflect on Jesus’ passion and resurrection this Lent, we’ll deepen our faith, love and trust in our Savior, who loved us so much He gave His life for us. This warm and welcoming group is ideal for beginners and offers optional opportunities for prayer and in-person fellowship.
Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:30 AM – Meeting in the Spiritual Reading Room
Facilitators: Barbara Bocchino and Christine Calandra (609-462-8185 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
Study: The Holy Spirit in the Bible – a Little Rock Scripture Study by Fr. George M. Smiga, STD
Preparation: Weekly readings and questions for reflection
Please join us as we explore the role of the Holy Spirit in our personal and spiritual lives, and the activity of the Spirit at creation, within Israel, in the ministry of Jesus and the early church, and at the end of time. Workbook required.
Fridays, 10:15-11:45 AM – Meeting via Zoom only
Facilitator: Lynn Morris (609-731-9688) or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Preparation: Weekly readings and reflections via e-mail
What did Jesus see in Matthew? And what did Matthew see in Jesus? Matthew accepted Jesus’ invitation and never turned back. Please join us as we explore the extraordinary relationship between Jesus and Matthew.
TESTIMONIES OF GROUP MEMBERS
Bible Study is fulfilling, informative and thought provoking. I had no idea what to expect when I registered, but I knew, right from the first day, that this was what the Holy Spirit led me to. The groups are welcoming and Scripture focused. The meetings are informal and friendly, allowing you to share your thoughts on Scripture if you desire to. There is no pressure. I learn something during each session, and I’m drawn to read more of the Bible during the week. We are called to know, love and serve our Lord. Bible Study helps us to know Him further and deepen our relationship with Him. Peter Eckel
The Bible studies are awesome. They allow a group of friendly people the opportunity to discuss Scripture in a relaxed setting. Every week I learn something about the Lord, the Lord's word, and from everybody else in the group. I hope that the Bible studies go on indefinitely. Michael Huber
I have been attending Bible study groups for several years and find it to be soul nourishing and strengthening for the seasons of life that we all go through. As I started to study and understand the Word of God, I felt an insatiable hunger to want more of Him in my life because of the peace that comes with the knowledge of God's Word. I encourage you to dedicate some of your time to reading and studying His Word with other believers in a Bible study group, and I can assure you that you will be blessed by it in more ways than you could ever have imagined! Eva Petruzziello
