Pope Leo XIII, who in 1893 wrote in his encyclical Providentissimus Deus (On the Study of Holy Scripture):
“There are not a few Catholics, men of talent and learning, who do devote themselves with ardor to the defense of the sacred writings and making them better known and understood. . . . We cannot but earnestly exhort others also, from whose skill and piety and learning we have a right to expect good results, to give themselves to the same praiseworthy work. It is our wish and fervent desire to see an increase in the number of the approved and persevering laborers for the cause of Holy Scripture” (PD 54).
More than a century later, it is truer than ever that "not a few Catholics" devote time to reading Scripture. In fact, bible study among Catholics is rapidly expanding today. FORMED.org makes Scripture Study easier and more enjoyable than ever with a growing number of online courses. We encourage you to explore the many offerings under "Bible Studies" and "Lectio" at left. Try one on your own, or invite a family member or a couple friends to join you. Study guides for most programs are available online for moste programs.