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Faith Formation

Location
Saint Paul the Apostle
313 N. State St.
Westerville, OH 43082

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Word on Fire

Word on Fire harnesses goodness, truth, and beauty to draw people into or back to the Catholic Faith. Led by Bishop Robert Barron, Word on Fire reaches millions annually by effectively sharing the Gospel via podcasts, videos, books, articles, Scripture studies, and Gospel meditations.

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FORMED- The Catholic Faith on Demand

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Hallow

Hallow is an excellent resource for people searching for deeper spiritual lives... It helps clarify that a relationship with God can be highly personal and a great source of peace, joy, and strength.

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Into the Breach

This free video series includes thirteen videos are 10-13 minutes long. It challenges men to seek greatness and to be heroically virtuous, to have a character marked by goodness and truth, strength and courage.  This is an excellent resource for all men, individually or as part of a group.

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Ascension Presents

This popular evangelistic platform brings entertaining, faith-filled, and dynamic presenters to your newsfeed through engaging videos, podcasts, and articles. Presenters include Fr. Mike Schmitz, Fr. Josh Jackson, the Franciscan Friars of Renewal, and more.

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The Chosen Series

Not your average Jesus show!  The first-ever multiseason series about the life of Jesus. 

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Reading Resources

Reading and Understanding Scripture 
The Gospel of Mark: Catholic Commentary by Mary Healy
The Memoirs of St. Peter by Michael Pakaluk
A Catholic Introduction to the Bible: Old Testament by John Bergsma and Brant Pitre
Mother Angelica's Private and Pithy Lessons from Scripture by Mother Angelica and Raymond Arroyo

The Catholic Belief on Scripture
The Case for Jesus by Brant Pitre
The Bible is a Catholic Book by Jimmy Akin
Hard Sayings: A Catholic Approach to Answering Bible Difficulties by Trent Horn
Why Catholic Bibles Are Bigger (Revised 2nd Edition) by Gary Michuta
20 Answers: The Bible by Catholic Answers

Deep Conversion, Deep Prayer by Fr. Thomas Dubay
Fire Within by Fr. Thomas Dubay
Loved as I Am by Sr. Miriam James Heidland
I Believe in Love by Fr. Jean D'Elbee
Be Healed by Dr. Bob Schuchts
Consoling the Heart of Jesus by Fr. Michael Gaitley
Thirsting for Prayer by Fr. Jacques Philippe 
The Reed of God by Caryll Houselander
The Cantata of Love by Blaise Arminjon

The Story of a Soul by St. Thérèse of Lisieux
My Sisters the Saints by Colleen Carroll-Campbell
No Unlikely Saints by Lauren Winter
Spiritual Childhood: The Spirituality of St. Thérèse of Lisieux by Msgr.  Vernon Johnson
The Four Teresas by Gina Loehr
Chiara Corbello Petrillo: A Witness to Joy by Simone Troisi 
Introduction to the Devout Life by St. Francis de Sales
Modern Saints: Their Lives and Faces (Volumes One and Two) by Ann Ball

In the School of the Holy Spirit by Fr. Jacques Philippe
Sober Intoxication of the Spirit by Fr. Raniero Cantalamessa
Healing by Mary Healy
The Temperament God Gave You by Art and Laraine Bennett
No Greater Love by Mother Teresa
Your Life is Worth Living by Fulton Sheen

On Marriage
Forever: Marriage Devotional by Bobby and Jackie Angel
The Journey of Our Love by St. Gianna Molla and her husband Pietro Molla
Men, Women, and the Mystery of Love by Dr. Edward Sri
The Temperament God Gave Your Spouse by Art and Laraine Bennett
Three to Get Married by Fulton J. Sheen (free e-book!)

On Parenting
Made For This: A Catholic Mom's Guide to Birth by Mary Haseltine
The Infertility Companion for Catholics by Carmen Santamaria
Everyday Sacrament: The Messy Grace of Parenting by Laura Kelly Fanucci
The Temperament God Gave Your Kids by Art and Laraine Bennett

For Fun
The Catholic Hipster Handbook by Tommy Tighe
Drinking with the Saints by Michael Foley



A St. Paul the Apostle initiative to encourage parishioners to prayerfully bring the faith beyond the church building and into their homes.  Heavenly Homes will provide opportunities to learn about feasts, traditions, and teachings of the Catholic faith and to celebrate the vibrant Catholic culture through activities, food, videos, decorations, etc.

Below, you will find a few facts about each liturgical season, monthly devotion, or feast day, and some ideas about bringing that piece of Catholic culture into your home.  We strive to provide various options, empowering you to choose what best suits your home situation.

Tips if this is your first time celebrating at home:

  • Be realistic with your time and situation to pick something that works for you and your family.  This isn't a competition with anyone else or with who you were.
  • Embrace the learning process of celebration. Reflect on this celebration when you plan for the next one.  Was it too much, not enough, or just right?  Did you enjoy the task or want to try something different? Your journey is what matters.
  • It doesn't have to be perfect. Remember that God has a sense of humor.  He knows you, and He loves you.  He sees the effort you put in, making Him happy.
  • It doesn't have to be big or flashy; it can be, but it doesn't have to be.

Looking for more opportunities to celebrate the faith?  Check out The Little Rose Shop, which has a calendar with more feasts and celebrations that you can add to your calendar (Google, Outlook, Apple, Yahoo, Office 365).


Seasons, Devotions, and Feasts

Ordinary Time

September

Our Lady of Sorrows

Exaltation of the Cross