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Catholic Faith Exploration
Faith Formation: The Joy of Hope
​Heavenly revelation from John, filmed on the Holy island of Patmos, where Scripture tells us the Book of Revelation was written.
An inspirational course for parishes, groups and individuals.
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​Each of the four sessions (approx. 23 mins each) are presented at key places around the island by David Payne:
1. Do not be afraid
2. The best is yet to come
3. Heaven on Earth
4. The River of Life
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Uplifting and practical insight into the joy of living now with hope in the future blessing of Eternal Life with God in Heaven.
Each session includes an engaging mix of teaching, scripture meditation and prayerful response with optional group questions.​
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Trailer: (credit to Shalom TV 2022)
To help you enjoy or run this course please see the following supporting material:
* A5 Flyer
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The five course sessions can be viewed below or downloaded to your PC or phone (for download instructions click here):
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The questions below can be used in your group discussions after watching the videos:
Session 1
What impacted you the most about this session?
How has John's revelation in the cave enlarged your image of Jesus Christ?
How can Jesus' tender words "Do not be afraid" help you in your daily life?
Session 2
How has this session broadened your vision of Heaven?
What can you do practically to grow in the hope of Heaven?
How does the message of Easter help you to be confident in a future welcome into Heaven?
Session 3
How do you feel about the promise of a new body on the New Earth?
How does this promise challenge us to care for our common home?
What can we do to help people experience the joy of hope?
Session 4
How does faith help you to handle the tough challenges of life?
How can you experience even more of the power of the Holy Spirit flowing from Heaven?
What can you do practically to deepen your journey of hope?
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