We are offering several areas of study for adults on Sunday Mornings:

Christian Formation Brochure 2010/2011 (pdf)

The Bible Class
This is our ongoing Sunday Adult Christian Formation class. Learn more about your faith by listening to and engaging theologically with the stories of the Bible. This class has a team of teachers facilitating the presentation and discussion.

The Bigger Picture
Take a closer look at some of the issues that challenge us as Christians and modern-day people today as well as spiritual tools both old and new. Includes weekly class format plus several short courses offered by a variety of teachers.

Education For Ministry
The EfM program provides people with the education to carry out the ministry each of us is called to through our baptism. Students sign up one year at a time for this four-year program which covers the basics of a theological education in the Old and New Testaments, church history, liturgy and theology. Students of all four years meet together regularly for nine months, once a week for three hours. The fee is $350 per year. If you are interested in joining the next group, contact Virginia Holleman.

The Episcopalian Class
Study what it means to be an Episcopalian and Anglican. This class takes an in-depth look at Progressive Christianity, ending with lectures on Episcopal Identity and the Great Jewish Festivals. Classes have a team of teachers facilitating the presentation and discussion.

FAQ Sessions
We will attempt to answer those frequently asked questions – and even some you haven’t asked and would like to – for visitors, new members and even those who have been around a while!

Gospel Take-out
As a lectionary Gospel class, “Gospel Take-Out” will discuss, in an informal setting, the week’s Gospel reading and its relevance to today, while at the same time continuing to build community.

GPS (Giving Parents Support) – more info
This class is designed for parents of kids in upper elementary through high school. Navigate with fellow travelers in the uncharted and often confusing time through the tween and teen years. The weekly format alternates between topics to facilitate our children and ourselves through the emotional, physical and spiritual development changes of youth. Special guest speakers will include clergy, professionals with an expertise in youth development issues, and every month we will take time to get to know each other better and enhance our own spiritual growth.

iParent – more info
Connect with a community of traditional and non-traditional parents in the midst of raising young kids in today’s information age. Worship, learn, share and grow together as we navigate and understand our roles as parents. Weekly Sunday morning format includes a rotation of small group discussions on spirituality and parenting topics, informal chat and game time, and a series of guest speakers discussing a wide variety of topics. In addition, several social gatherings and kid-friendly community service projects are planned throughout the year. Contact Michele Ward for more information.

M.O.M.S. (Ministry of Mothers Sharing)
Bring the companionship of other women into your busy life as a mother! Enjoy this opportunity to develop your self-esteem and enhance your relationship skills in the company of other mothers.Take a few hours each week to develop a greater awareness of your own spirituality as a mother, and to appreciate the ministry of your motherhood! Groups are formed throughout the year.

Rector’s Lenten Series
On Wednesday nights during Lent, join us for the Holy Eucharist at 6:00 p.m. in the Church, followed by a light supper and program (topic to be determined) in Roper Hall.

The Way
(The Catechumenate Program for Adult Baptism and Confirmation)
Are you in one of these categories?

• Adults who have not been baptized
• Baptized adults who have not been confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church
• Confirmed adults who wish to deepen their commitment to Christian believing and practice

If so, then this series is for you.

Stage One: Inquiry. Seven weeks in a program called “Connect? What it means to be part of a Eucharistic Community.” It explores how Episcopalians approach the Bible, Worship, Prayer, Ministry and Church membership.

Stage Two: Formation. Twelve weeks learning how Episcopalians are called to live into their commitment to God and God’s Church. We will use a program called “Commit? What it would mean to live more deeply into my Baptismal Covenant.”

Stage Three: Preparation. Prepare for the Rites of Christian Initiation (Baptism) and of Confirmation/Reception. This takes place along with the rest of the parish in the Lenten Wednesday night programs.

If you are interested in joining the next group, contact Michael Merriman.

Women’s Book Club
This group meets on the first Thursday of each month and reads a wide selection of books chosen by the members. During the weeks of Lent, the group meets weekly to do an in-depth study of a book as a Lenten discipline.