CTK Faith Formation

20/30s | Catholicism’s Jewish Roots

We know that Jesus was Jewish and our faith comes from Judaism, but our knowledge often ends there. Max Friedman, a member of our community and a convert from Judaism, discusses Judaism, the links between the Jewish and Catholic faiths, and, as a convert, the importance of RCIA! Presented to the 20/30Somethings at their Discipleship Night, August 8, 2023.

20/30s | Navigating the Disconnect

Many people have a desire or sense of Something, but find the scripture of the Church or any organized religion as repugnant or a major objection. Fr. Branson Hipp traces how we got to this point historically in the modern mentality and shows how we are called to live the Catholic faith with others when it is so foreign to their experience and doesn’t make sense. Presented to the 20/30Somethings ministry at their Discipleship Night, July 11, 2023.

20/30s | The Song of Songs

Pope Benedict XVI proposes that the Song of Songs—the scripture with strikingly romantic imagery between two lovers—is the “essence of Biblical faith” (Deus Caritas Est, 10). Joey Martineck, director of Respect Life Ministry for the Archdiocese of Atlanta and co-writer of GARDEN: The Musical, dives into St. Pope John Paul II’s theology of the body in which he wrote extensively of the Song of Songs, explaining why the book is a favorite of saints and mystics and how we can make sense of it. Presented to the 20/30Somethings Ministry at their Discipleship Night, June 13, 2023.

20/30s | The Church on Trial

In Church history, two of the most well known events are the Inquisitions and the Crusades. Santi Duran discusses these and common misconceptions that have aroused from them over time, such as the use of torture. Presented to the 20/30Somethings Ministry at their Discipleship Night, April 11, 2023.

20/30s | God’s Plan for Creating Family

A three-person panel helps us understand God’s plan for creating a family. They explain how we should view openness to life, NFP, and how contraceptives impact the female body. Panelists are Amanda Morley, BSN, RN, a cycle instructor for the Marquette Method NFP who works with Reproductive Health Medicine & Gynecology (RHM); Elizabeth Park, a PA at RHM; and Fr. Joe Wagner. Presented May 16, 2023, at 20/30Somethings Discipleship Night. 

20/30s | Stations of the Cross Explained

A common Lenten practice is Stations of the Cross. While we know of them, we may not quite know their background. Jake Hegarty comes to discuss the history and purpose of the Stations as we continue our Lenten journey and prepare for Easter. Presented at the 20/30Somethings Discipleship Night, March 14, 2023. 

20/30s | Healthy Dating and Relationships

Dale Brewer, LAPC is a professional counselor from Holy Family Counseling. He discusses navigating relationships and learning to live in love, both as a single person and when in a relationship with someone. Presented to the 20/30Somethings Ministry at their Discipleship Night, February 21, 2023.

20/30s | Discernment in Everyday Decisions

How do you align your will with God's throughout this year? Fr. Rey Pineda, director of vocations for the Archdiocese of Atlanta, comes to talk about how every decision made, every day, is an opportunity to bring yourself closer to God's will. Presented at the 20/30Somethings Discipleship Night, January 17, 2023. 

Lessons and Carols | December 18, 2022

This special evening combines readings from Sacred Scripture with performances of sacred seasonal music by the Cathedral choir, celebrating the Incarnation of Christ at Christmas and anticipating his return.

20/30s | Being Vulnerable

Peter Attridge is a Clinical Director and licensed therapist with Holy Family Counseling Center, a Catholic counseling center in Atlanta. He discusses the place of vulnerability in achieving long-lasting friendships. Presented at the 20/30Somethings annual retreat, October 15, 2022.