The Well: All Are Invited to Share in a Valuable Formation Opportunity

Independence. Community. Blessing. Promise.

In the hot desert climate of biblical Israel, wells offered the gift of life. They provided the water necessary for survival. Often inherited throughout generations, wells linked the past, present, and future.

Believe it or not, there is a well here at Christ the King accessible to all parishioners. Its depth provides a source of community, blessing, and promise, inviting everyone to drink of its living water. Although not a literal brick-and-mortar well of years past, “The Well” is an adult faith formation program that nonetheless lives up to its name.

“It is like a Bible study, but not necessarily just focused on Scripture,” says coordinator Michele Ferguson. “We learn from Scott Hahn with the Augustine Institute, Bishop Barron, as well as other programs through FORMED. We have discussed all kinds of topics including the Eucharist, Mary, Scripture, and Lectio Divina.”

Meetings are held on Monday evenings from 6:30-8 p.m. downstairs in the Parish Life Center Room A. The group meets for six to eight weeks in the fall, and then again in the spring. Each meeting follows generally the same format — the group watches a video presentation and then breaks into small groups for discussion. Each fall and spring session concludes with a celebratory potluck meal.

Michele and her husband, Deacon Lee Ferguson, have been meeting at The Well consistently for over six years.

“I’m a convert and my husband is a ‘re-vert’ so we attended about every class they offered,” she says. “We love the studies. They have all been really good.”

Unfortunately, last year’s gatherings at The Well were halted due to the pandemic. This year, the program may begin virtually through Zoom meetings. Hopefully, the group will soon be able to resume in-person meetings — this will be determined by parish guidelines.

“When you have small groups, it is hard when people are separated by six feet and try to talk,” Michele says. “But we definitely miss the fellowship and other people have shared that with me, as well. The fellowship is one of the things we miss the most.”

All adult parishioners are invited to meet at The Well.

“We are rewarded every time we go,” Michele says. “It is a community sharing of faith and our faith is so deep. There are so many things to learn and we have such a rich heritage.” We hope to see you at The Well!

Participants in The Well program pay for their own study guide, usually around $20 — these are not required but suggested. Anyone interested is welcome to contact Michele Ferguson at 859-270-1420 or mlfergy123@gmail.com.