Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church
Brookhaven, Georgia

Catholic Divorce Ministry

Catholic Divorce Ministry is a place that welcomes you during the time of healing after a divorce. This group provides topics to encourage healing, hosts  guest speakers, and participates in socials.

Elizabeth Piper, Director of Faith Formation, epiper@olachurch.org

 

Christ Renews His Parish Retreat (CRHP)

Christ Renews His Parish is an annual parishioner led retreat designed to give both the individual and the parish community an opportunity for renewal and growth in the spiritual life. CRHP is held early in the new year on the OLA campus and lasts from Friday evening until Sunday afternoon. The weekend is a great opportunity to get to know other members of the parish, and to see where God is calling you to serve. Participants go home each night.

Bridgett and Lee Posey at crhp@olachurch.org

 

CRHP - Deeper Waters

Relive the experience that awakened you at CRHP by joining us at this mini-retreat that is held in the every other fall Fall from Friday night through Saturday. You must have attended a CRHP weekend retreat in order to attend.

Spencer and Jay Byce, CRHP-DW@olachurch.org

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Elijah Cup Vocations Ministry

Every other weekend at one of the Masses, a different family or individual takes the Elijah Cup home to pray for vocations to the religious life and priesthood - especially to the Society of Mary (Marists), the religious society that serves our parish. Click here to sign up.

Katie Schermerhorn at elijahcup@olachurch.org

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​​Mary's Mothers Prayer Group

This group of mothers meets two Fridays a month in the Upper Room. All moms of the  parish who wish to connect with other moms and who seek to create a spiritual foundation of faith for themselves as they experience the joys and challenges of motherhood are invited. Email Kim Carey and Kelly Perry at ​marysmothers@olachurch.org.

 

Mosaic (Interfaith Couples Ministry)

The goal of this ministry is to offer support for couples who are in dual faith relationships. Parish leaders will work with our interfaith couples to determine their needs and how our parish community can best help them navigate the challenges – and joys – that an interfaith relationship can bring.

Laura and Alan Berstein, mosaic@olachurch.org

 

Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)

Inquirers into the Catholic Faith are invited to meet Sundays at 4pm in the Upper Room of the church. The Inquiry Group starts with time to ask questions about the Catholic church and how to become Catholic. It is the beginning of the Order of Catholic Initiation for Adults (OCIA). OCIA is also for baptized Catholics who seek to receive the sacraments of Reconciliation, First Eucharist, and/or Confirmation.

Elizabeth Piper, Director of Faith Formation, epiper@olachurch.org

 

Saturday Men's Discipleship Group

The Saturday Men's Discipleship Group welcomes all men in the community. They meet every Saturday from 7:30-9:00 am in the Parish Office Conference Room. We discuss a variety of issues that all men face, utilizing both scripture and Christian teaching to guide us through the issues on our hearts. This diverse group of men, at all different places in our Christian journey, is focused on men in their relationship with God, their spouses, their children, and in their careers. We strive to become better men, better husbands, better fathers ... Better Christians. Learn more/sign up at www.ola-saturday-morning-mens-group.mailchimpsites.com.  Deacon Bill Kester, satmorningmensgroup@olachurch.org

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​Silver Lake Men's Faith Group

Meetings Begin Friday, October 17th at 7:15am in the Youth Room

Meets every other Friday from 7:15–8:00 a.m. (October 17 – March). Together, we explore the wisdom of Christian authors and scriptures to strengthen our daily walk with Christ. This season, we will read and discuss The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis. Come be encouraged, challenged, and connected in fellowship. Open to all, but space is limited. Contact Bob Sales at silverlake@olachurch.org for more information.

 

Sponsor Couples for the Engaged

Lay ministers/married couples meet with engaged couples as part of the marriage preparation process. Training is required.

Bridgett and Lee Posey, sponsorcouple@olachurch.org

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Thursday Morning Bible Study with Art Keegan

Parishioner Art Keegan presents a Bible Study each Thursday morning September - May. Classes are from 8:15 - 9:15am. in the Upper Room. Multiple books of the Bible are discussed each year - selections are chosen by the group under Art's leadership. Everyone is invited to join the group after the 7:30am Mass. Art Keegan, thursdaybiblestudy@olachurch.org

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Walking with Purpose Bible Study (for Women)

Longing for connection to live a Christian life? Connection to God and to other women? Walking with Purpose invites all women of the parish (not just OLACS Moms) to journey through Scripture together and build relationships that matter! Join us as we explore the fundamental question of our Catholic faith and our relationship with Jesus Christ. We meet on Tuesdays at 7pm in the Upper Room of the Church. RSVP by the Friday before each meeting or with questions. More information will be emailed to attendees. Annabelle Ombac, Joy Baljet, and Carolyn Noyd, wwp@olachurch.org.

 

Weekday Evening Men's Group

All men of the OLA community are invited to join our bi-weekly Tuesday evening men's group, where we gather to discuss a wide range of topics that impact our lives as men. Meeting every other Tuesday from 8p-9:30 PM in the Youth Room, our group provides a welcoming and supportive environment for men to explore their faith, strengthen their relationships with God, and support each other through the challenges we face. Through scripture and Christian teachings, we seek to grow as individuals, husbands, fathers, and leaders in our community. Blake Smith and Lawrence Lee, eveningmensgroup@olachurch.org.

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Women's Small Faith Groups

Women's small groups are groups of 10-15 women who meet in each others homes to support one another in their journeys as individuals, spouses, mothers, and Christians. Part social and part reflection, these groups promote deepening friendships through faith-filled connections.

Catherine Rice and Gianna Kasten, womensfaithgroups@olachurch.org

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