2025 Small Groups

Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible

Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible helps you get the "big picture" by showing how fourteen narrative books of the Bible tell the complete story from Adam and Eve to Christ and the Church. Jeff Cavins shows you how to read the Bible so that you can actually understand it. Aided by the unique color-coded Bible Timeline® Chart, which arranges the key people, places, and events of Scripture in chronological order, Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible will help you discover the story of salvation history and understand how you fit into God's plan.

• 8 Sessions
• Workbooks $27.95 through Ascension Press.
• Video access $5.95

The Prophets: Messengers of God's Mercy

It is nearly impossible to understand the work and the message of Jesus without the prophetic books. In The Prophets: Messengers of God's Mercy, presenter Thomas Smith examines who the prophets were, their role during their time, and the meaning of their messages for our own time. Discover how God is constantly calling you to a deeper relationship as well as the ways you are called to be the voice of God to others.

• 10 Sessions
• Workbooks $27.95 through Ascension Press.
• Video access $6.95

Luke: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled

In Luke, you will witness key moments in salvation history including the Annunciation, the Nativity, his public ministry, and Jesus' suffering, death, and glorious Resurrection. Unique parables, including the Prodigal Son, the Good Samaritan, and the rich man and Lazarus which will show you the mercy and compassion of Jesus Christ.Jeff Cavins and Dr. Jeffrey Morrow will show you the Biblical roots for Mary, the Rosary, and the Mass, strengthening your prayer life like never before.

• 8 Sessions
• Workbooks $27.95 through Ascension Press.
• Video access $6.95

Eternal Rest: The Art of Dying Well

We all have very real questions about death. What happens when we die? What does Scripture teach about death? How do we prepare for the life to come? Eternal Rest examines the origin of death, the afterlife, and the powerful reality around the sacrament that ushers us into eternal life.
Eternal Rest presents the Catholic Church's teaching about death and God's response to it with gentleness and compassion, so we can think about and prepare for death in the light of Jesus Christ, the Author of life. 

• 4 Sessions
• Study guides available through Catholic Market $15 each. 
• Videos are free on FORMED.

The Bible and the Virgin Mary: Journey Through Scripture

Matthew Leonard, the presenter, is an internationally known speaker, and author. A convert to Catholicism and former missionary to Latin America, he is a frequent guest on radio and television programs, and hosts a podcast on iTunes titled The Art of Catholic. Matthew holds a Masters in Theology from the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Based on the work of Dr. Scott Hahn.

• 12 Episodes
• FREE PDF and study guides available. 
• All videos available on FORMED.

The Case for Jesus

Dr. Brant Pitre is an excellent speaker, author, and scripture scholar. He authored The Jewish Roots of the Eucharist and The Jewish Roots of Mary. Dr. Pitre’s powerful presentation will strengthen your faith so that you can not only stand firm and profess that Jesus truly is “the Christ, the Son of the living God,” but also confidently respond to any skeptics you encounter.

• 12 Episodes
• Study guides available for $20 (link on FORMED)
• All videos available on FORMED

The SEARCH Continues

The SEARCH Continues is a series of Q&A interviews by Chris Stefanick with professors from the Augustine Institute. Based on some of the most searched questions on the internet on the Catholic faith, these videos accompany The SEARCH and help facilitators with questions that might come in The SEARCH group discussions.

• 34 Episodes 5-15 minutes.
• Videos free on FORMED. 
• No workbooks available.

Opening Your Heart Walking with Purpose

Opening Your Heart will take you on an exciting journey to form a personal relationship with Christ and help you find answers to life’s biggest questions through the context of the Catholic faith. Author Lisa Brenninkmeyer designed this Bible study to inspire thoughtful consideration of the fundamental questions of faith–from why and how to pray, to the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives, to the purpose of suffering. Explore the transforming power of God’s unconditional love.