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Adult Faith Resources

- OCIA
  
  OCIA stands for Order of Christian Initiation for Adults. It is a program designed to help non-Catholics and non-practicing Catholics learn more about Catholicism through a series of classes, discussions, and prayer times. Click here for more information.
  
  The Pensacola-Tallahassee Diocese has also become a partnering diocese with Franciscan At Home from the University of Steubenville. This means that any adult in the diocese can take an on-line course at no cost. To become a learner go to: franciscanathome.com
  Then click on "Partnering Diocese" from the menu and go to "Pensacola-Tallahassee".
  This takes you to the Pensacola-Tallahassee Diocese landing page.
  Click on the bottom blue box and sign up!
- Early History of the Church
  
  Are you interested in learning more about the Catholic Church? If you have ever wondered: Is the Catholic Church the first and only true church? Where did the papacy come from? Has there always been a pope? Why is the Church involved in politics; shouldn't the Church disengage from the political sphere and be a spiritual influence instead? Is the Church anti-Semitic? What's the deal with Mary, saints, relics, etc…? Which church came first Catholic or Orthodox? Please click here to view videos of previous classes!
  This class is especially helpful for those considering joining the Church through the OCIA process.
- FORMED.org - Online Catholic Content
  
  Registering for FORMED is FREE to Good Shepherd Parishioners and is easier than ever:
  Go to formed.org/signup
  Select your parish (if you type in “Good Shepherd” you will see our name/address in drop down menu)
  Register with your name and email address
  Check your email account for a link to begin using FORMED
  
  Access to FORMED gives parish members 24/7 access on the web using your computer, tablet, or smart phone to entertaining, interesting, and educational Catholic specific content such as videos, audios, books, Bible studies, and programs for all ages!
- Approach to Adult Faith
  
  Adult faith formation requires a unique approach, so that it can address the needs of those who are new to the Catholic faith as well as those Catholics who are seeking to deepen their faith. Offering group classes for community based learning and independent opportunities to fit crazy work/life schedules.
  Below are several resources for both new and current Catholic Adults. If you have questions about these resources or classes that might be a good fit for you in your Faith journey please contact our Pastoral Associate, Joe Santos at 850-893-1837.