Adult Faith Formation

I am the vine, you are the branches."

~ John 15:5"

 

Cultivate Your Relationship with

Jesus Christ and His Church

 

Our Lady of the Lake offers opportunities for faith formation through building relationships, growing in knowledge of our faith, deepening our prayer life, and serving others. Growing in these areas grafts us onto God's tree of life where we are prepared to bear fruit.

Forming 
Friendships in Faith

Growing in Knowledge

Deepening Prayer Life

Sharing and Serving

New to Catholicism, or curious about it? Discover the depth and beauty of our Catholic faith, founded over two thousand years ago by Jesus Christ and embraced by more than 1.2 billion people across the globe. We would be honored to walk this journey with you. Click the button and reach out to Laura Patton, Director of Adult Faith Formation at LauraP@ollparish.com.

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Explore our opportunities to spend focused time with God and others on retreat. Our Lady of the Lake offers many options throughout the year.  Explore our Parish Men's and Women's retreats, Couples Retreat, and our Men's and Women's ACTS retreats. 

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Forming Friendships in Faith

 

We invite our parishioners, friends, and neighbors to join us in fellowship as we seek God's will for our individual and communal lives.

On the second Saturday of each month, all women are invited for fellowship, coffee and conversation after the 8:30 a.m. Mass. No registration is necessary - just drop in and share a time of welcome and conversation built around faith. 

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Join the men of OLL for food, drinks, and brotherhood on the third Tuesday evening of each month from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the parish school multi-purpose room.

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Moms gather every second and fourth Friday of the month from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. to pray, reflect, and have a faith filled activity. Children are welcome! There are also monthly Moms' Nights Out during the summer. 

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Join this men's group as they gather Saturday morning for prayer, discussion and sharing.  Curious but not ready to register? Just drop in on a Saturday morning to enjoy a warm welcome. Meetings are held on the 2nd floor of the parish center in the Nazareth room.

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Come together with other adults in a casual group to socialize and discuss a topic related to our faith. On the last Saturday of every month, we meet after the 5pm Mass at The Dullahan Pub. Email lukeb@ollparish.com to get email reminders.

This is a program for men who want to take their faith and fellowship to the next level through shared daily prayer, sacrifice, and fraternity. Groups begin 90 days before Easter (Jan. 6, 2026).

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Knights of Columbus

The Knights are a global Catholic men's fraternal and charitable order whose mission is to empower Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work, and in their community. 

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OLL hosts a thriving community of deaf and hard-of-hearing Catholics and their families. We are committed to creating an environment that welcomes all to engage and enrich our community of faith.

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Alcoholics Anonymous

There are several groups which meet weekly at Our Lady of the Lake to help other alcoholics stop drinking and achieve sobriety in their lives. To find a group that best works for you, please contact the parish office at (503) 636-7687 or office@ollparish.com to reach the coordinator.

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Come Join us for A Season of Hope! This is a program for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. The program will run from Sept. 9 - Dec. 9, 2025. We will meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from 9:30-11:30am. Your companions will be our experienced guide Jan Grabinski and her team. Please sign up by calling the parish office at 503-636-7687.

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Growing in Knowledge

 

When we love, we want to know our beloved. Take time to know God, his love for humanity, the gift of his Son Jesus Christ, and the Church that Christ established.

Bible Timeline

Starts October 2025 - 24 sessions

A new and improved update of Jeff Cavin’s Bible Timeline. Filmed on location we read the 14 narrative books of the bible giving us a biblical world view and a crystal clear way to make sense of Sacred Scripture. Join us the 2nd week of October or join anytime during the year starting where ever the group is at the time.

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Vatican II

Runs October 2025 - April 2026

Join us as we read and discuss Gaudium et Spes - the constitution on The Church in the Modern World. Deepen your understanding of church teaching and the foundations for our catholic mission in the world today. Hosted by Lillian Oppenheimer. Meeting Wednesdays AM  or PM, October 1 through April 29.

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A Biblical Walk Through the Mass

Starts October 2025 - 5 sessions

Discover the beauty, riches, and profound meaning of the Mass. Explore the extraordinary roots of the Liturgy. Discover what it all means and why it matters. Join us in a fascinating tour of the Mass that will renew your faith and deepen your love for and devotion to the Holy Eucharist.

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Awakening Faith

Starts October 2025

Catholics who are searching or who have been away from the church and desire to actively participate, often have their own questions and concerns. We invite you to participate in "Awakening Faith" to join a group ready to walk the journey discovery. The group meets in the Parish Library on the second floor of the Parish Center on Tuesdays at 7pm. To sign up, contact Margaret at (503) 635-2915 or email her at maggieandmargaret@gmail.com.

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Walking with Purpose

Starts October 2025 - 9 sessions

The modern woman's guide to the Bible. Forthose who want to grow in faith in a supportive community of women. Click on AM or PM for more information and to register.

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Additional Resources for Learning

Our Lady of the Lake offers access to numerous resources for learning. These resources can be accessed online and serve as powerful sources for personalized study, as well as excellent resources for supporting family devotion and athome catechesis.

In Ascension’s The Catechism in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Catechism of the Catholic Church in 365 episodes, providing explanation, insight, and encouragement along the way. This is a free podcast available on all popular devices and formats.

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In Ascension’s The Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Bible in 365 episodes. Using an exclusive reading plan rooted in the Bible Timeline, you won’t just read the Bible…you’ll finally understand how all the pieces fit together to tell a powerful story of love, sacrifice, and salvation that continues in your life today. This is a free podcast available on all popular devices and formats.

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Ascension Press

Ascension’s mission is to present the truth and beauty of the Catholic Faith as a path to a fulfilled life and authentic happiness. They have created a wide range of materials, including successful free podcasts, numerous study group resources, and books for all ages and levels of faith formation. Check out the Ascension website and explore their many resource offerings below:

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Formed.org

Forming Catholics for life. Watch, listen, and read. Anywhere, anytime. FORMED provides the very best Catholic content from more than 60 organizations to help parishes, families, and individuals explore their faith. The FORMED platform supports thousands of movies, children’s programs, ebooks, audio, and parish programs and studies available directly to your browser, mobile, or other internetconnected device. To access OLL’s paid subscription, click the button below and enter our zip code (97034) to find our parish.

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Deepening Prayer Life

 

Prayer is the wellspring for faith. God created us to be in relationship with him. Through prayer, we connect to God who is the source of all love and unity. 

Attend Catholic Mass

Eucharistic Adoration

Prayer Groups 

33 Days to Eucharistic Glory

Join the OLL parish in a spiritual pilgrimage. Beginning January 1, 2026 individuals and groups are invited to complete the 33 Days to Eucharistic Glory study. This will be offered as an "all parish" study experience.

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Rosary Rally

Join us as we pray the Rosary for peace for our community and the world. We meet on the third Saturday of each month at noon at the fountain area of the lower Millennium Plaza. All are welcome to participate.

The Prayer Shawl Ministry provides comfort to those who are sick, in grief, or need affirmation by wrapping them in a handmade shawl. Each shawl is unique and has prayer intentions filled with comfort, hope, and God’s love. To be a part of this ministry, please contact the parish office at (503) 636-7687 or email office@ollparish.com.

The Divine Office app is a free app that allows anyone to pray the Liturgy of the Hours every day of the year. It is fully approved by the USCCB for use by all Catholics. 

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Hallow is a Catholic meditation and prayer app  providing audio-guided Bible stories, prayers, meditations, sleep, and Christian music. For more information on how to access the OLL parish discount for a 9-month Hallow subscription click here:

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Sharing and Serving

 

Love is a one-way street. It always moves away from self in the direction of the other.

 

~ Mother Theresa, “Where there is Love, There is God”

 

Disciples are called to give their gifts of time and talent in service to others.

Grow in faith through serving within our parish

Note to school families: volunteering in these capacities will count towards your school volunteer hours.

Serve in Liturgical Ministries

Getting involved in the Liturgy is a rewarding experience, offering you a special bond between yourself, Christ, and the Parish Community. Join Altar Servers, Ushers, the Music Ministry, and much more!

 

Contact: Agnes Zueger agnesz@ollparish.com

Become a Sponsor or Team Member for the Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA)

Engage in the mission of the Church handed to each of us by Jesus Christ - bring the good news to others and accompany them on their journey of faith to become a member of Christ’s Church.

 

Contact: Laura Patton laurap@ollparish.com

Lead Adult Faith Formation Activities and Groups

OLL has many excellent opportunities to facilitate faith study groups, lead prayer groups, and sponsor new and returning members.

 

Contact: Laura Patton at laurap@ollparish.com

Assist with Child & Family Faith Formation

The goal of Child & Family Faith Formation is to offer activities and programs that grow the faith of our children. Volunteer for Life Kids, Children’s Liturgy of the Word, Nursery, Vacation Bible School, and our annual Family Events.

 

Contact: Melissa Hanifan melissah@ollparish.com

Help with Middle School & High School Faith Formation

Programs for Middle School and High School students are designed to strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ and the Church. Programs include preparation for the Sacrament of Confirmation. Volunteer as a mentor and discussion facilitator and be a part of their faith journey.

 

Contact: Luke Brooks at lukeb@ollparish.com

Grow in faith through serving in the greater community

Mercy Treams

St. Vincent de Paul

Respect Life

Knights of Columbus

OLL Outreach Fund