Every Tuesday, from 01/27/2026 to 03/31/2026, 4:45 PM - 6:00 PM
What We Believe: A Nicene Creed Study
This past year marked the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, from which we receive the Nicene Creed. Each Sunday, we profess this Creed together, but why was the Council called in the first place? What does the Creed actually mean? And did Saint Nicholas really punch another bishop during the proceedings?
Join us for an 8-part study that explores the pillars of our faith through the lens of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and unpack phrases like “light from light” and “proceeds from the Father and the Son.” Sessions follow the Creed sequentially, but each is designed to stand alone - come to one or come to all! Participants are encouraged to bring a copy of the Catechism of the Catholic Church to follow along!
Session 1: God and Creation (January 27th)
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Does God exist? How can I know? Why do we say God created “everything”? Does science and evolution contradict God as the creator? This session explores what faith is, ways of knowing God, and the Church’s teaching about creation.
Read ahead: CCC 26-49, 198-231, 268-308
Session 2: The Problem of Evil (February 3rd)
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Although not explicitly addressed in the Creed, the problem of evil is one of the greatest challenges to belief in a loving God. If God is all-knowing, all-powerful, all-good, and created everything, why is there evil and suffering? This session examines the Church’s response to the question and how it fits with the Christian understanding of God, freedom, and redemption.
Read ahead: CCC 309-314, 385-421
Tuesdays, 4:45pm | GA Perks
Jan 27
Feb 3, 10, 24
March 3, 10, 24, 31