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| Your shortlist | Word on Fire (Bishop Barron)The Mass (study program) An adult video and print study of the Mass, designed for sessions of 60–90 minutes. The guide includes planning support and an answer key, with questions for participants to prepare before group discussion. | AscensionFulfilled: Uncovering the Biblical Foundations of Catholicism An apologetics and adult faith formation study by Sonja Corbitt from Ascension exploring how the Old Testament tabernacle, priesthood, and liturgical feasts find their fulfillment in the Catholic Church and sacraments. |
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| Publisher | Word on Fire (Bishop Barron) | Ascension |
| Category | OCIA | OCIA |
| Ages | Adults | Adults (OCIA inquirers, returning Catholics, and adult faith formation) |
| Format | video + print | video (DVD or online streaming) + book + print workbook |
| Sessions | 6-7 sessions of 60-90 min | 7 sessions in Part One (plus 7 sessions in Part Two) |
| Price (as published) | Study Guide $19.95 (English or Spanish) on Word on Fire Bookstore and Communication Center | Book $14.95; Workbook $24.95; Study Set $27.95; Starter Pack $99.95 |
| Spanish edition | yes (La Misa Guia de Estudio $19.95 paperback on Word on Fire Bookstore, ISBN 978-1-68578-128-6) | yes |
| Leader guide | Study Guide includes Facilitator's Guide on how to plan, promote and present; answer key; free facilitator training webinars. Participants prepare questions before discussion. | Starter Pack ($99.95) includes the Workbook, companion book, DVD set, and online access; workbook lessons contain structured group discussion questions, facilitator notes, and Old-to-New Testament charts suited for OCIA and adult inquiry groups. |
| Last updated | 2026-10-15 | 2026-10-15 |
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