Lenten Scripture Study Groups
Join us as we celebrate 20 years of studying God’s Word together!
Bible study groups will be meeting in person or via Zoom, offering opportunities for warm fellowship at St. David the King or meaningful discussion from the comfort of your own home. We invite you to grow in faith, deepen your relationship with Jesus, and journey together in Scripture during this Lenten season.
Register online by clicking “Register Here” below or by contacting Dorothy Soi at dtkbiblestudies@gmail.com, by phone or text at (609) 439-7477.
Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.
Young Adult Bible Study Group (Ages 20s -30s)
Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM – Meeting in the Frassati Youth Hall
Facilitator: Father Jason Parzynski (ssimms@stdavidtheking.com or 609-275-7111)
Study: Revelation: Finding Hope in God’s Word
Preparation: None
In a busy and challenging world, God continues to speak words of hope and strength. This Lenten study on the Book of Revelation helps young adults discover how Scripture speaks into real life—offering courage, clarity, and confidence in Christ. Join us as we grow together in faith and friendship.
Men’s and Women’s Bible Study: Mondays
Mondays, 1:30 – 3:00 PM – Meeting in the Spiritual Reading Room
Facilitator: Joe DiLiberto (609-890-9530 or JoeD@alum.mit.edu)
Study: Parables of Jesus – a Threshold Bible study by Stephen J. Binz
Preparation: Weekly readings and questions for reflection. Workbook required.
Jesus communicated deep spiritual truths through simple, vivid, and engaging stories. Woven from everyday life, the parables of Jesus made the Kingdom of God understandable and accessible to His listeners. This study will give you new insights into their meanings—and will help you more fully appreciate their relevance for your own life.
Men’s and Women’s Bible Study: Thursdays
Thursdays, 7:30 – 9:00 PM – Meeting in the Spiritual Reading Room
Facilitator: Jeffrey Pinyan (japhy.734@gmail.com or 609-216-3992)
Study: Encounters with Jesus
Preparation: None
The Gospels don’t just tell us about Jesus — they invite us into an encounter with Him. In this Lenten Bible study, we’ll read and discuss Gospel stories of men and women whose lives were changed when they met Jesus and reflect on how Jesus continues to meet us through Scripture today.
Men’s and Women’s Bible Study: Fridays
Fridays, 7:45 – 9:15 PM – Meeting in the Spiritual Reading Room and via Zoom
Facilitator: Anne Clifton (609-936-0596 or ARZClifton@gmail.com)
Study: Hebrews: The New and Eternal Covenant, 8 sessions – an Ascension Press study by Andrew Swafford and Jeff Cavins
Preparation: Weekly readings and reflection questions. Study guide required.
Hebrews illustrates how Christ, the new and eternal High Priest, Prophet, and King, inaugurates the new and eternal Covenant, which is made present to us through the liturgical and sacramental life of the Church. Join us for a guided tour of what is considered the “Holy of Holies” of biblical theology.
Women’s Bible Study: Tuesdays
Tuesdays, 7:30 – 8:30 PM – Meeting via Zoom only
Facilitator: Dorothy Soi (609-439-7477 or dtkbiblestudies@gmail.com)
Study: Renewed and Transformed by Jesus: Finding New Life in the Gospels
Preparation: None
In this study, we will read and reflect on Gospel accounts of people whose lives were forever changed through their encounters with Jesus. As we explore these passages together and grow closer to Jesus through His Word, we will discover how He continues to bring peace, hope, joy, and wisdom into our own lives today, especially in difficult times. This welcoming group is ideal for beginners and includes optional opportunities for prayer and in-person fellowship.
Women’s Bible Study: Thursdays (THIS GROUP IS NOW FULL.)
Thursdays, 10:00 – 11:30 AM – THIS GROUP IS NOW FULL
Facilitators: Donna Roth (609-647-2317 or donnajoanroth@gmail.com) and Barbara Bocchino
Study: Encountering the God of Faith, Hope and Love in the Bible – a Little Rock Scripture Study by George M. Smiga
Preparation: Weekly readings and questions for reflection.
In Encountering the God of Faith, Hope, and Love in the Bible, award-winning Scripture commentator Fr. George Smiga explores how God is revealed through various stages of salvation history—from the call of Abraham through the resurrection of Jesus—and how faith, hope, and love have evolved as our understanding of God grows. As we complete the second half of this study, we regret that our group is now full and cannot accept new members.
Women’s Bible Study: Fridays
Fridays, 10:15 – 11:45 AM – Meeting via Zoom only
Facilitator: Lynn Morris (609-731-9688 or lynnmorris@aol.com)
Study: Letter to the Galatians
Preparation: None
Please join us as we explore Paul’s Letter to the Galatians. Together we will reflect on the depth of God’s love for each of us, how Christ’s sacrifice opened the way to our salvation, and how we are called to live transformed lives in accordance with His holy and perfect will.
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
We were newcomers to St. David the King when we signed up for our first Bible study. We hoped that our participation would give us a chance to get to know some of our fellow parishioners better while deepening our understanding and appreciation of the Bible. Since the first Bible study greatly exceeded our expectations on both counts, we signed up for several more. Each has been richly rewarding in its own way, raising challenging questions and providing unexpected new insights into our Catholic faith. We are very much looking forward to attending Bible study again this year.
Susan and Paul Jellinek
Attending Bible study groups is soul nourishing and strengthening for each of the seasons of our lives. As I started to study and understand the Word of God, I felt an insatiable hunger for 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 and can assure you that you will be blessed by it in more ways than you ever imagined!
Eva Petruzziello