Small Groups
All are invited to join a Sheil small group to explore a particular area of the Catholic faith and meet other members of the community. Ranging from bible studies to histories, each quarter there are new topics.
Fall Quarter Opportunities
Discernment Group (open to undergraduate and graduate students)
Chicago Campus: Fridays from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., September 15-December 1
Evanston Campus: Fridays from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., September 22-December 1
Many of us wonder what God's plan for us looks like. This year-long small group (students may participate in any or all of the terms) is designed to assist students in developing practices for listening to where God is moving in our lives and therefore to helping us to unfold God's dream for us. The fall term will focus on exploring who we are in God's eyes; and how recognizing our strengths and weaknesses will help us to understand how God speaks to us as individuals.
Facilitator: Sister Belinda Monahan, OSB, Director of Transformative Learning
The sign-up period has passed, but if you are still interested, please contact Sister Belinda here.
Journeying with Paul (open to all)
Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., September 28-December 7, Sheil Catholic Center, Evanston
After encountering Jesus on the road to Damascus, Saul the Pharisee became St. Paul, the itinerant evangelist, winning souls throughout the ancient world as he preached and wrote with the zeal of a convert. Our discussions will focus on the geographical, political, cultural, and social contexts in which Paul was writing. Consideration will be given for the organization and content of the letter with particular focus on theological/Christological themes and their relationship to our world and faith lives.
Facilitator: Dr. Rudy Marcozzi, Coordinator of Music Ministry
Registration has closed for this group.
Bible Reflections Group (open to all)
Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00, every other week, September 13-October 25 (September 13, 27, October 11, 25) at Sheil Catholic Center, Evanston
Explore the scriptures this fall! We are reading the Bible and reflecting on how it speaks to our lives. This is a "come when you can" group so no advance registration is necessary. Questions? Contact Lisa Russ via email here.
Facilitators: Sheil Associates Lisa Russ and Mary Brugliera
Men's Group (open to students)
Sundays at 1 p.m., October 1 -November 12, Group meets in the lower level at Sheil Catholic Center, Evanston
Meet with other students to explore your faith in a small group setting. Drop-ins are welcome!
Facilitators: Student Leaders
Women's Group (open to students)
Sundays at 1 p.m., October 1 - November 12, Group meets at Casa Romero
Meet with other students to explore your faith in a small group setting. Drop-ins are welcome!
Facilitators: Student Leaders