How is God Calling You Today?

From Abraham stepping into the unknown and Samuel listening in the quiet of the night, to Andrew, Peter, James, and John leaving their nets by the sea—Scripture is filled with moments where God calls ordinary people to follow Him. Join Fr Christian for an inspiring study as he helps us explore these powerful stories of faith and reflect on how God is speaking to each of us right now in our daily lives. ALL ARE WELCOME! Snacks, water and coffee will be available.

Sessions begin September 16th/17th and go through October 14th/15th. We will gather in the Ministry Center on Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm or Thursdays at 10:00am or you can join on Zoom on Wednesdays at 6:30pm.

Session 1: The Call of Abram (Genesis 11 & 12)
presented September 16th, 2026

What does it truly take to step out in faith and surrender everything to God?

In this opening session, Fr. Christian unpacks one of the most foundational call narratives in all of salvation history: the call of Abraham (Abram).

Through Genesis 11:10, 27–32 and Genesis 12:1–9, we trace Abraham’s origins, journey, and the radical divine invitation: "Go from your land." Fr. Christian explores how God's command demands total surrender, obedience, and a life-changing partnership. Discover how God's sevenfold promises directly reverse the pride of the Tower of Babel, and see how Abraham’s response—building an altar—stands as a profound act of worship, thanksgiving, and consecration.

Take time to reflect: How is God speaking directly to you through Abraham's story, and where is He inviting you to say "Yes"?

Objectives:

• Learners will know who Abraham is (Gn. 11:10, 27-32)

• Learners will know where Abraham is from and where he settled to

• Learners will know the call and response of Abraham (Gn. 12:1-9)

• Learners will have time to reflect on how God is speaking to them through this text

In This Session:

• 00:00 – Opening Prayer & Welcome

• 02:15 – Who Is Abraham? Lineage, Origins & The Journey (Gen 11:10, 27–32)

• 08:30 – The Call: "Go from Your Land" & Total Surrender (Gen 12:1–3)

• 17:45 – The 7-Fold Promises: God’s Reversal of the Tower of Babel

• 25:10 – Abraham’s Response: Building an Altar of Worship & Consecration (Gen 12:4–9)

• 32:00 – Reflection: How Is God Calling You to Respond Today?

Small Group Questions:

• How does studying Scriptural call stories shape and impact how I understand God’s call in my life?

• What part of Abraham’s story caught your attention?

• What new insight do you have from tonight’s session?

• What does total surrender sound like to you?

  • What would you (or we in our current life) need to do to surrender?

  • What new thoughts do you have about obedience?What does life changing partnership with God sound like?

• What would it look like?  

• What insights did you have from the Lectio Divina exercise?

• What do you like about this form of prayer?

• How do we respond to God’s call? Acts of worship? Thanksgiving?

Week 2: The Call of Moses (Exodus 2–4)
presented September 23rd, 2026

When God calls, do you feel unqualified? Do you ever find yourself asking, "Who am I?"

In this session, Fr. Christian explores the compelling and relatable call of Moses.

From his dramatic beginnings in a basket floating down the Nile to growing up in Egyptian royalty (Exodus 2:1–10), Moses' life takes a radical turn at the burning bush (Exodus 3:1–15). Fr. Christian examines God’s command to "Go!" and reveals how every person’s story is sacred—a true piece of "holy ground."

We also dive into Moses’ deeply human response (Exodus 3:13; 4:1–20): wrestling with feelings of inadequacy, questioning God, and offering excuses—until finally finding the trust to say "Yes." To close, Fr. Christian guides us through the four steps of Lectio Divina (Read, Meditate, Pray, Contemplate) to help us listen to how God is calling each of us today.

Objectives:

• Learners will know who Moses is

• Learners will know the call and response of Moses 

• Learners will have time to reflect on how God is speaking to them through this text

In This Session:

• 00:00 – Opening Prayer & Welcome

• 02:20 – Who Is Moses? From the Nile Basket to Egyptian Royalty (Exodus 2:1–10)

• 09:15 – The Burning Bush: Encountering God on Holy Ground (Exodus 3:1–15)

• 16:40 – "Who Am I?" Moses' Doubts, Excuses & Hesitation (Exodus 3:13; 4:1, 10, 13)

• 24:30 – Overcoming Doubt: Saying "Yes" to God's Mission (Exodus 4:18–20)

• 31:10 – Lectio Divina Exercise: Listening to God's Call in 4 Steps

• 38:00 – Reflection & Closing Prayer

Small Group Questions:

• How does studying Scriptural call stories shape and impact how I understand God’s call in my life?

• What part of Moses’ story caught your attention?

• What new insight do you have from tonight’s session?

• Have you ever felt less than qualified to do something?

  • Did you do it anyway ?    How did it work out?

• Have you ever said “But” to God / challenged Him? 

• How did Moses’ “yes” inspire or challenge you?

• What do you think of the statement that: 

  • Your story is Holy Ground 

  • How can we honor other people’s stories thinking of them as Holy Ground

• What insights did you have from the Lectio Divina exercise?  What do you like about this form of prayer?

Week 3: The Call of Samuel (1 Samuel 1–3)
presented September 30th, 2026

When God speaks, do you recognize His voice? In the noise and busyness of life, do you know how to listen?

In this session, Fr. Christian explores the powerful and inspiring call of Samuel.

Born through the persistent prayer and faith of his mother Hannah, Samuel grows up serving the Lord in the sanctuary of Shiloh, home of the Ark of the Covenant (1 Samuel 1–2). Fr. Christian examines how God calls young Samuel three times in the quiet of the night (1 Samuel 3:1–9), revealing how much we need trusted mentors—like the high priest Eli—to help us recognize when God is reaching out to us.

We also dive into Samuel’s courageous response (1 Samuel 3:10–21): "Speak, Lord, your servant is listening!"—an open-hearted surrender that allowed God to use his prophetic voice to transform a nation. To close, Fr. Christian guides us through the four stages of Lectio Divina (Read, Meditate, Pray, Contemplate) to help us connect call and response in our own daily lives.

Objectives:

• Learners will know who Samuel is

• Learners will know the call and response of Samuel

• Learners will have time to reflect on how God is speaking to them through this text

In This Session:

• 00:00 – Opening Prayer & Welcome

• 02:15 – Who Is Samuel? Hannah's Prayer & the Sanctuary at Shiloh (1 Samuel 1:9–28; 2:18)

• 09:30 – The Call in the Night: God Calls Samuel Three Times (1 Samuel 3:1–9)

• 16:45 – Recognizing God's Voice: Eli's Guidance & Samuel’s Role

• 23:20 – "Speak, Lord, Your Servant Is Listening": A Prophetic Response (1 Samuel 3:10–21)

• 30:50 – Lectio Divina Exercise: Connecting Call & Response in 4 Stages

• 37:15 – Reflection & Closing Prayer

Small Group Questions:

• What part of Samuel’s story caught your attention?

• What new insight do you have from tonight’s session?

• When have you heard God call you? 

• How did Samull’s call remind you about an experience you had in your past?

• Reflect on how God is speaking to you through this text.

• Hannah gave birth to Samuel by “favor” of God.  

  • What qualities, gifts and talents have you received from God ?

• Samuel served in the “tabernacle” / tent of the Lord (cf. 1 Samuel 2:18)

  • How do you serve the Lord? 

  • How can you see times in your daily life when you have cared for others as opportunities to serve the Lord?

• Have you had someone else help you see when God is speaking to you?   Have you noticed how God speaks to someone else? 

Week 4: The Call of Mary (Luke 1:26–38)
presented October 7th, 2026

Saying “yes” to God isn’t always comfortable—it takes real courage, surrender, and deep faith. What does it look like to offer a holy "Yes" when God invites you into the impossible?

In this session, Fr. Christian explores the extraordinary and humble call of Mary at the Annunciation.

Through Luke 1:26–38 (cf. Matthew 1:18–25), we travel to the quiet town of Nazareth in Galilee to encounter Mary, a young woman of the house of David betrothed to Joseph. Fr. Christian unpacks the greeting of the Archangel Gabriel to the one who is "full of grace," examining the divine reassurance: "Do not be afraid, you have found favor with God!" Discover how Mary faces her own honest question—"How can this be?"—and leans into the life-changing truth that "nothing will be impossible for God." Finally, we reflect on her profound fiat—"Let it be done unto me according to your word"—as the ultimate model of surrender, discipleship, and trust.

Take time to reflect: How is God speaking directly to you through Mary's story, and where is He inviting you to say "Yes"?

Objectives:

• Learners will know who Mary is (Luke 1:26–28; Matt 1:18–25)

• Learners will know the call and response of Mary (Luke 1:30–38)

• Learners will have time to reflect on how God is speaking to them through this text

In This Session:

• 00:00 – Opening Prayer & Welcome

• 02:20 – Who Is Mary? Nazareth, Lineage & "Full of Grace" (Luke 1:26–28)

• 09:15 – The Call: Gabriel’s Greeting & "Do Not Be Afraid" (Luke 1:30–33)

• 16:40 – "How Can This Be?" Honest Questions & God’s Assurance (Luke 1:34–37)

• 24:30 – Mary's Fiat: The Radical Surrender of "Yes" (Luke 1:38)

• 31:10 – Lectio Divina Exercise: Listening to God's Call in 4 Steps

• 38:00 – Reflection & Closing Prayer

Small Group Questions:

• What part of Mary’s story caught your attention?

• What new insight do you have from tonight’s session?

• Reflect on how God is speaking to you through this text.

• How does Mary as “full of Grace” / favored one mean to you?

• How can you relate to God’s call “Do not be afraid; you have found favor with God”.    

• Can you hear God telling you that you too have found favor with God? 

• How can you relate to each of these responses:

• “How can this be?”

• “Nothing will be impossible for God!”

• “Fiat”: Let it be done unto me according to thy word

• Have you been listening, especially in the past few weeks, for God’s call you?   

• What do you think gets in the way of hearing God’s call to you?

Week 5: The Call of the First Disciples (Luke 5:1–11; Mark 1:16–20; John 1:35–39)
presented October 14th, 2026

What does it take to leave behind the familiar and follow an unexpected voice? When God calls, what makes a person willing to drop everything right where they are?

In this final session of our series, Fr. Christian explores the radical call of the First Disciples along the shores of the Sea of Galilee.

Through Luke 5:1–11, Mark 1:16–20, and John 1:35–39, we meet four ordinary Galilean fishermen: two pairs of brothers—Simon Peter and Andrew, alongside James and John, the "Sons of Thunder" (cf. Luke 9:54). Fr. Christian breaks down the anatomy of Christ's invitations—from the searching question "What are you looking for?" to the challenging summons to "Come after me" and "Put out into the deep." Discover why these hardworking men responded by dropping their nets at once: encountering a Savior who spoke with undeniable authority, radiated a compelling divine presence, and offered a transformative shift in their life’s purpose. Finally, we enter into the ancient rhythm of Lectio Divina (lectio, meditatio, oratio, contemplatio) to listen for God's personal invitation in our own lives today.

Take time to reflect: How is God speaking directly to you through the story of the first disciples, and what "nets" is He inviting you to leave behind to follow Him?

Objectives:

• Learners will know who the First Disciples are (Luke 5:1–11; Mark 1:16–20; John 1:35–39)

• Learners will know the call and response of the First Disciples (Mark 1:17; Matt 4:20)

• Learners will have time to reflect on how God is speaking to them through this text

In This Session:

• 00:00 – Opening Prayer & Welcome

• 02:15 – Who Are the First Disciples? Galilee, Fishermen & Brotherhood (Luke 5:1–11; Mark 1:16–20; John 1:35–39)

• 09:30 – The Anatomy of the Call: "Put Out into the Deep" & "Follow Me" (Mark 1:17; John 1:38; Luke 5:4)

• 17:10 – The Immediate Response: Leaving the Nets Behind (Matt 4:20)

• 24:00 – Authority, Presence & Vocational Shift: Why Did They Follow?

• 31:45 – Lectio Divina Exercise: Four Steps to Hear God's Voice (Lectio, Meditatio, Oratio, Contemplatio)

• 40:15 – Small Group Reflections & Large Group Sharing

• 48:30 – Final Series Blessing & Closing Prayer

Small Group Questions:

• What part of these stories caught your attention?

• What new insight do you have from tonight’s session?

• Reflect on how God is speaking to you through this text.

• Which of these First Disciples connected with you the most?

  • Simon (Peter), Andrew, James and John

• When have you heard God call you ?  

  • Was it clear to you?

  • Did you wonder if the Call was real?

  • How did you respond?

• Reflect on how God is speaking to you today when you hear the words:  

  • Come after me

  • What are you looking for?

  • Put out into the deep 

  • There must be more to life than this…..

• How do we hear God speaking to us today?

  • When have you heard Him in the Mass?

  • When have you heard Him in Scripture?

  • When have you heard Him in a conversation with someone else?