Here’s one I’ve seen advertised: Catholic Scripture Study International
cssprogram.net/
The web site says: “Our Mission Statement: To bring people closer to Jesus Christ and His Church
through in-depth Scripture study.”
It also has this:
Gail Buckley, Founder and President of CSS, converted to the Catholic faith in 1994. While she felt very blessed that the Lord had called her home to the Catholic Church, she was also painfully aware that many had not yet found this “pearl of great price.” She was even more alarmed by how many Catholics fail to recognize the treasure that is their Church and often become involved in Bible studies outside of Catholicism. Having participated in a well-known non-denominational program herself, she understood the attraction of studies conducted in an inviting atmosphere of fellowship. Despite that, Gail knew that the fullness of Truth could not be found outside the Catholic Church.
Gail’s efforts have already helped change thousands of lives worldwide. The key to this growth is the contagious power of God’s Word coupled with the willing spirit of those who work together for His kingdom. With the time, talent, and cooperation of dedicated volunteers all sharing a common love of Christ and His Church, Gail has been able to direct that shared enthusiasm to fulfill the mission of the CSS Program. Working with faithfully Catholic authors, priests, and editors to produce user-friendly materials, ongoing one-on-one support, and comprehensive online resources, the CSS Program staff and volunteer team continue to strive toward a vision of a world full of Catholics who know and love their faith.
I don’t know about it from any experience, however.
I recommend staying away from Protestant or inter-denominational Bible studies, since many of the participants have a STRONG desire to lead Catholics out of the Catholic Church, even if they never say it openly.
May I make a few eccentric recommendations and suggestions?
(1) Study the Bible commentary and interpretation of Origen and Clement of Alexandria. As you know, both are Church Fathers. Their interpretations might really shock you.
(2) Read Cervantes’ long 400 year old 2-part novel Don Quixote. It is mainly a comedy, yet it is soaked in Biblical quotations and allusions. It might change the way you see the Scriptures by showing you how Spanish Catholics viewed the Scriptures 400 years ago.
(3) Your discontent with certain Bible studies might mean that it is time for you to leave the agricultural college and to go out in the field, plant some seeds and grow some crops to be harvested. I’m sure you get my point. Yes, one should study the Scriptures all of one’s life, but perhaps not always with the same intensity. Perhaps you have some LIVING and SERVING and CULTIVATING and ASCENDING to do right now. Ask God. He knows.
Just some ideas. Best wishes.
