In the Christian calendar, the weeks of Lent have traditionally been set aside as a particular time of study and reflection. This Lent, you are invited into a thoughtful, hope‑filled conversation about faith, doubt, and the deep questions that shape our lives today. Our Lenten book study will explore Living the Questions: The Wisdom of Progressive Christianity by David M. Felten and Jeff Procter‑Murphy—a welcoming and accessible guide for people who care about the Christian story but may feel distanced by how the Church has sometimes addressed complex issues.
Rather than offering easy answers or rigid conclusions, this study creates space to re‑examine difficult topics with honesty, compassion, and trust. Many traditional approaches have left recent generations feeling judged, excluded, or disconnected from the boundless love of God. Living the Questions invites us to consider fresh, faithful perspectives that expand—rather than limit—our understanding of grace, justice, and belonging.
Rooted in the Gospel, this Lenten journey emphasizes hope over fear and conversation over certainty. Participants are encouraged to listen deeply, speak respectfully, and reflect together on the issues that matter in a challenging and divided world. Whether you are rebuilding your faith, rethinking long‑held assumptions, or simply curious, this study offers a supportive environment where questions are welcomed as part of spiritual growth.
Two weekly options are available to fit your schedule:
- Wednesday evenings, 7:00–8:30 pm
- Thursday mornings, 10:00–11:30 am
Six sessions will begin February 25/26 and continue through Holy Week.
Come as you are. Bring your questions. Discover how the Gospel can be heard anew as good news—grounded in love, guided by hope, and open to all.
Dates
Choose either Wednesdays, 7-8:30pm:
- Feb 25, Mar 4, Mar 11, Mar 18, Mar 25, Apr 1 (Holy Week)
or Thursdays, 10-11:30am:
- Feb 26, Mar 5, Mar 12, Mar 19, Mar 26, Apr 2 (Holy Week)
We have limited copies of the book, Living the Questions, available for borrow or purchase ($20/copy). Contact the office (info@stmarysoakbay.ca) to reserve your copy and arrange pickup. Or you can order physical or eBook copies from ChaptersIndigo or Amazon.
Click to Register to let us know which sessions you'll be attending.