CATHOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE

The Catholic Bible Study is a three year program that offers a thorough
introduction to the Old and New Testaments and Bible study methods for groups
 

IN LOS ANGELES:  Co-Sponsored by the Office of Religious Education at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles
and the Center for Religion and Spirituality at Loyola Marymount University, and held on the LMU campus.
Enrichment only $180 / year
Certification in Biblical Studies & Leadership $230 / year

IN SAN BERNARDINO:  Co-Sponsored by the Office of Catechetical Ministry of the Diocese of San Bernardino
and the Center for Religion and Spirituality, and held at the Pastoral Center of the Diocese of San Bernardino
and four other remote sites in the diocese:  Ontario, Apple Valley, Palm Springs, and Sun City
For more information: Marie Acosta, Coordinator:  (909) 425-1187, jmacosta@dslextreme.com

CALL: Office of Religious Education, 3424 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., CA 90010-2022 ; Sr. Clare Melody (213) 637-7358 or
Center for Religion and Spirituality, Loyola Marymount University: (310) 338-2799 or visit web site: www.lmu.edu/religion/CBI.htm
 

Contact the Office of Religious Education
3424 Wilshire Blvd., L.A., CA 90010-2022
or Call: Sr. Clare Melody (213) 637-7358

Schedule & Faculty -- 2008

Schedule & Faculty -- 2008

Endorsements

• "Your Catholic Bible Institute is one of the finest things going on in this country today" The late Rev. Raymond Brown
   

• "The Bible Institute has impressed me not only for its content in Scripture but also for the formation it is giving to hundreds of lay people as leaders of Bible study groups. This is an invaluable service to the Church that is discovering anew the richness of God's word." George Montague, S.M., St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX
   

• "The Catholic Bible Institute is a provocative and stimulating learning event as well as a spiritual growth process. Meeting new friends with a common interest is also a benefit of the classes." - Student

CATHOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE

Certificate in Biblical Studies
Bible Institute may be taken for Certification in Biblical Studies. Loyola Marymount University certificate credit available. 

Enrichment
Bible Institute may be taken for Enrichment to foster spiritual growth and to grow in understanding of Scripture. Priority is given to those seeking certification.

Classes meet monthly at  Loyola Marymount University One LMU Drive Los Angeles, CA 90045
For Map and Directions see www.lmu.edu

CATHOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE GOALS

• to grow in knowledge and appreciation of God's Word
• to foster a Catholic understanding of the study of Scripture
• to integrate Bible Study with prayer and Christian living
• to provide formation and training for parish-based Bible study facilitators

The goal of the Catholic Bible Institute is to provide formation and training for parish-based Bible Study leaders. The Catholic Bible Institute provides a learning experience surrounded by group sharing and prayer. A variety of methods of instruction appropriate to adult learning will be presented by a team of facilitators. These include:

• presentation by qualified Biblical instructors
• small group discussion
• praying of scripture
• monthly reading and writing assignments on scripture passages, lecture and Biblical commentaries.

To request a registration brochure by mail, please contact Sr. Clare Melody, Office of Religious Education, Archdiocese of Los Angeles, 3424 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010-2202, 213-637-7358; FAX 213-637-6358 Email: SrCMelody@la-archdiocese.org  

CATHOLIC BIBLE INSTITUTE TEAM

Fr. David Loftus, Coordinator and Consultant for Adult Education and Formation at the Office of Religious Education, convenes the CBI coordinating team. Fr. David is the ORE staff member responsible for coordination of the Catholic Bible Institute.

Sr. Clare Melody is an Administrative Assistant at the Office of Religious Education and has been a member of the coordinating team since its inception.

Barbara Murphy has a Master of Arts in Theology (concentration in Scripture) from Loyola Marymount University. She is a RCIA Director at St. Paul the Apostle Parish and teaches in the LMU Extension program. Barbara is a  member of the CBI coordinating and teaching staff, and a member of the Society of Biblical Literature and the Catholic Biblical Association.

Bob Murdy is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University and has been involved in parish ministry for over 40 years. He is a founding member of the Catholic Bible Institute and works primarily in the area of administrative support.

Dorothy King is a founding member of the Catholic Bible Institute. She has received certificates in Pastoral Studies and Bible Studies from Orange Catechetical Institute and Loyola Marymount University.  Dorothy has been a Lector Trainer in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles with the Office for Worship since 1985.

Bob King, a W.W.II veteran, received a BA degree from Siena College and did his graduate work in school administration. Since his retirement in 1985 he has been deeply involved in parish activities. He is a founding member of the Catholic Bible Institute and coordinates the audio tape ministry for the Institute.