Adults

Are you seeking to know Jesus Christ more deeply or understand God and His plan for us more fully? Do you want to learn more about what Catholics believe and why? Are you interested in becoming Catholic? You are invited to journey with us in OCIA, the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults.

OCIA is an opportunity to come together weekly to learn about deepening our relationship with God. We will grow in our understanding of the Catholic Faith, discuss how to live the fullness of life in Jesus Christ, and discover how to enter more fully into Our Father's family: the Church.

For more information, please contact Deacon Terry Bell.

ALPHA Interactive Sessions
Mondays - Beginning September 8, 2025

6:00-8:00 PM

Jesus’ first words in his public ministry were “Come and See”. We invite you to bring your friends, family, co-workers or anyone else who wants to explore the meaning of life and the basics of the Christian faith in a friendly, open and informal environment. ALPHA is a series of interactive sessions that will take place on Mondays from 6:00-8:00 pm.

Full Schedule

Email alpha@mmoclacrosse.org with any questions. 

The Search

Next offering begins:

January 2026

Why Are We Here? What's Life All About? What Happens When We Die? You are invited to join others as we explore some of life's big questions using the Augustine Institute's inspiring video series, The Search. Bring a friend or meet some new friends as you enjoy group discussion in a casual atmosphere. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

Please contact the parish office for more information.

CCO Small Faith-Sharing Group

Wednesdays - Beginning September 17, 2025

4:00-5:30 PM

Are you trying to figure out what it means to make Jesus’ life and mission your focus or how to build a relationship with Him? Are you asking, “Where do I begin?” As with all great relationships, taking the time to get to know the person is best. The same is true with our relationship with Jesus Christ. To make His life and mission our focus, we must understand who Jesus is and how He wants to be a part of our lives. One dynamic way to begin this journey is to join a small faith-sharing group.

Do you desire to experience being known, loved, and cared for by Christ? Are you longing to let Jesus into your heart? Do you sense something is missing in your life and think it might be Jesus? If these statements strike a chord in your heart, Catholic Christian Outreach (CCO) might be the next step on your journey to a deeper, more meaningful relationship with Jesus Christ, your Savior.

This fall, CCO will begin with the first two books of the series — Discovery and Source. During these 14 weeks, you will explore God’s loving plan for your salvation and develop a deeper appreciation of the power of the Holy Spirit. After experiencing the first leg of this journey, you will be given the opportunity to continue deepening your relationship with your group and Jesus by continuing the CCO series.

Please contact the parish office for more information.

Called & Gifted offers the individual the opportunity to discover and discern their spiritual gifts received at their baptism. Additionally, they can consider how the Lord is calling them to use their particular gifts to build the Kingdom and bring Jesus Christ's love and mercy to others.

Next offering begins:

February 2026

Please contact the parish office for more information.

Discover transformational freedom in Christ! Engage your story with honesty, discover Jesus's presence even in fear, doubt or pain, accept His invitation to make you whole, live in His freedom and transform the world. Learn from Dr. Bob Schuchts and Sr. Miriam James Heidland what is taught and experienced at the conference brought here locally in an 8-week video series. 

Next offering begins:

October 2025

Please contact the parish office for more information.