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Small Groups

Lent is a time for reflection, prayer, and renewal—but it doesn’t have to be a solo journey. This year, we’re introducing small groups to help you grow in faith alongside others.

Small groups offer a space to share, connect, and explore faith together in a way that’s both personal and meaningful. Whether you’re new to small groups or have been in one before, this is your chance to dive deeper into Lent with real conversations, real support, and real community.

Find a Group That Fits Your Life

We know schedules vary, so we’ve created a wide range of small group options:

✅ Short-term or full Lent-long commitments

✅ In-person at any of our parishes

✅ Virtual groups for flexible participation

✅ Morning, daytime, or evening options

What to Expect

Each week, our small groups will gather to discuss key themes from the Lenten Journal, share reflections, and encourage one another. We’ve included special discussion pages in the journal to guide conversations and deepen your experience.

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Ready to join? Browse the full list of small groups below and find the one that fits you best. Click to sign up and start your Lenten journey with others.

Find Your Small Group!

With many days, times, locations, and styles, we're here to help you find the perfect fit! Find a small group below that works for you and email the leader that you want to join. It's that easy!!

St. Therese of Lisieux

  • Day: Wednesdays
  • Begins: 3/5/2025
  • Time: 9:30 AM
  • Length: 60-90 Minutes
  • Location: St. Therese
  • Type: In-Person
  • Leader: Karen Bliss
  • Contact: karenbliss1213@gmail.com

For those who attend daily Mass at St. Therese this group will be meeting shortly after Mass. This is one of our most robust groups, as there will be multiple small groups meeting at one time. Karen Bliss will be facilitating all the groups meeting this day and is super excited to have you join. If you don’t attend morning Mass, no worries, just come at 9:30 for our small group.

  • Day: Wednesdays
  • Begins: 3/5/2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Length: 60 Minutes
  • Type: Virtual
  • Link to Join: HERE
  • Leader: Veronica LaPlant
  • Contact: veronical@stol.church

This group is for parents of teens and tweens. Veronica brings a wealth of knowledge in the Gospel and experience in navigating life’s trials that comes with raising children. This group will bring you closer to Jesus and an opportunity to learn from other parents.

  • Day: Thursdays
  • Begins: 3/6/2025
  • Time: 12 PM
  • Length: 30 Minutes
  • Location: St. Therese
  • Type: In-Person
  • Leader: Sister Mary Andrew
  • Contact: sistermary@stol.church

Sister Mary Andrew will be bringing the Gospel to life and helping people find spiritual direction in this group. Sister chose Thursdays so participants can stop in to Eucharistic Adoration either before or after the session.

  • Day: Saturdays
  • Begins: 3/8/2025
  • Time: 6:30 PM
  • Length: 60 Minutes
  • Location: Garfield between 17 and 18 Mile Road
  • Type: In-Person
  • Leader: Jeff & Lisa Vitale
  • Contact: lisav8173@yahoo.com

Jeff and Lisa Vitale are hosting a small group in their professional office on Saturday evenings. The Vitale’s have two children in their 20’s and are excited to journey this lent with anyone looking to connect with their faith on a deeper level. Reach out to Jeff and Lisa and they will give you the location of their office.

  • Day: Wednesdays
  • Begins: 3/5/2025
  • Time: Open
  • Length: 60 Minutes
  • Type: Virtual
  • Link to Join: HERE
  • Leader: Ed Fey
  • Contact: edtfey@gmail.com

Ed is a father of four kids, 4years old to 17 and is on fire with his faith. He loves diving into scripture, hear other perspectives and sharing his thoughts. The timing of this group will be decided when you join.

  • Day: Sundays
  • Begins: 3/9/2025
  • Time: 10:45 AM
  • Length: 60 Minutes
  • Location: St. Therese
  • Type: In-Person
  • Leader: Diana Devine
  • Contact: diana@stisidore.church

Calling all teens!! Our super cool Youth Minister, Diana Devine will be leading this group on Sunday mornings. She will alternate between sessions at St. Isidore and St. Therese so make sure you check the calendar. Each session will last about 60 minutes and will be between the last two masses of the morning. You can get up a little early, go to Mass and then meet some teens, or sleep in a little, come to the session, and catch the last Mass of the morning.

St. Isidore

  • Day: Mondays
  • Begins: 3/10/2025
  • Time: 10:30 AM
  • Length: 60-90 Minutes
  • Location: St. Isidore Room 9
  • Type: In-Person
  • Leader: Sue Thomas
  • Contact: susanthomas99@comcast.net

 

  • Day: Tuesdays
  • Begins: 3/11/2025
  • Time: 6:30 AM
  • Length: 60 Minutes
  • Type: Virtual
  • Link to Join: HERE
  • Leader: Chris Kozlowski
  • Contact: chris@stisidore.church

 

  • Day: Tuesdays
  • Begins: 3/11/2025
  • Time: 6:30 AM
  • Length: 60 Minutes
  • Type: Virtual
  • Link to Join: HERE
  • Leader: Chris Kozlowski
  • Contact: chris@stisidore.church

 

  • Day: Wednesdays
  • Begins: 3/12/2025
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Length: 60-90 Minutes
  • Location: St. Isidore
  • Type: In-Person
  • Leader: Beth Beebe
  • Contact: beth@stisidore.church

 

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Session Outlines

Session 1

Fasting and Sacrifice
Session 2

Prayer and Connection
Session 3

Mercy and Forgiveness
Session 4

Repentance and Renewal
Session 5

Journey to the Cross
Session 6

Holy Week & Hope