Discover! Gathered Family Sessions

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The Discover! Gathered Family Sessions are a series of ten gatherings held from September through June, designed to unite families in reflection on both the liturgical calendar and the changing natural seasons. Over time, the program will expand to include three years of unique sessions, allowing for content rotation and fresh engagement across multiple years.

The Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 resources are not tied to the Lectionary cycles. Instead, they follow the general rhythm of the liturgical calendar with scriptures appropriate to each month and season, allowing parishes the flexibility to use the years in whichever order works best for their community (and to combine activities across different years).

No, parishes have the flexibility to use as many or as few sessions as best suit their specific needs and circumstances.

No, the Gathered Family Sessions are a standalone resource that complements the Discover! program but does not duplicate or replace its graded-level catechesis. However, since these sessions are primarily based on the liturgical seasons, a parish may choose to substitute its graded-level lessons on the liturgical seasons with the Gathered Family Sessions.

No, families participate together as a unit. There are no age or family-size restrictions—any family members are welcome to join. Each participant contributes based on their age and ability, fostering collaboration and shared learning within the family group.

Each session is centered on a Bible story from The Catholic Children’s Bible. Guided by the session leader, families engage with Scripture through listening, reading, and reflection in a simple yet meaningful way that can be continued at home.

Many Catholic families are seeking ways to integrate faith into their daily lives beyond Sunday Mass. In today’s fast-paced world, where family time is often scarce, these sessions provide a valuable opportunity for families to gather at the parish, supported by leaders, catechists, and fellow parishioners, to engage in faith-centered activities.