CCO Faith Studies provide a simple but personally challenging look at the Gospel message. The Discovery faith study is used in a small group setting and allows for a relatable and dynamic proclamation of the Catholic Faith. It is easy to lead and has proven effective in bringing about personal conversions.

Course topics

  • 1

    Welcome

    • How to Use This Site

    • Take a few moments to let us know where you're at

    • Let's begin!
  • 2

    Step 1 - Introduction to Discovery

    • Introduction

    • The Kerygma: the basics

    • How to start a Discovery study

    • Discovery training: Before you lead

    • Additional resources
  • 3

    Step 2 - Leading Others

    • Introduction

    • Discovery training: Lesson 1

    • The Leader's Journal

    • Growing in Accompaniment - My Journal

    • Podcast: Sharing Jesus, One Person at a Time

    • Additional resources
  • 4

    Step 3 - Prophetic Listening

    • Introduction

    • Discovery training: Lesson 2

    • The Importance of Prophetic Listening

    • How can I grow in the attitude and skill of prophetic listening?

    • Additional resources
  • 5

    Step 4 - Intentional Accompaniment

    • Introduction

    • Discovery Training: Lesson 3

    • Video: Intentional Accompaniment in Discovery

    • Additional resources
  • 6

    Step 5 - Interceding for your participants

    • Introduction

    • Discovery Training: Lesson 4

    • Video: The importance of intercession in intentional accompaniment

    • Additional resources
  • 7

    Step 6 - Testimony

    • Introduction

    • Discovery Training: Lesson 5

    • Discovery Training: Lesson 5 followup

    • Video: Testimony

    • Writing a hard-hitting testimony

    • Additional resources
  • 8

    Step 7 - Personal Prayer

    • Introduction

    • Discovery Training: Lesson 6

    • Personal Prayer: a helpful guide

    • Additional resources
  • 9

    Post-study resources

    • Discovering My Missionary Identity

    • The Majesty of Ministry

    • Looking for more?

"Through each [Discovery] group I have led, I have matured spiritually and emotionally. I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I realized that the Holy Spirit would always strengthen and guide me in my role as a Disciple of Jesus Christ. I wasn’t alone, ever. He was walking with me every second of every day! There are certainly challenges that come along when working with so many different personalities in a faith study group, but each new challenge helps me to step up my game. If I listen and pray, He will always tell me where to go, what to do and what to say. Just trust!"

~ Julie Mayfield, parishioner of St John Nepomuk, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City

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