Sundays at 10:15
This Bible study class will use the Lectionary for the Sunday Service. We will look at the history and geography surrounding the text, the meaning of the readings, and the God-formed meanings that each of us get from the readings. We will use "Light on the Lessons" from Lutheran Bible Ministries, a ministry associated with ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America) as our study guides. The offerings have us "Getting Started" by asking pertinent present-day questions, looking at the Biblical text, and discussing "What Does It All Mean?" We leave with ideas as we go into the week. The New Revised Standard Version of the Bible will be the source of our study. Led by Tom Snead and Jim Mattox
“Discovering the Divine Within” is a class designed to introduce participants to the care and deepening of personal spiritual life. We will begin by defining the term spirituality and then introduce two contemplative prayer models – Lectio Divina and Centering Prayer. We will also introduce Playfulness as a prayer exercise. We will then consider the concept of Community as an expression of our Divine nature and will explore how our personal spiritual practices serve to edify and support one’s community of faith and then surrounding world communities. Led by Natalie Whitlow and Kathy Holman
The Faith Explorers group will be taking a look at all the paths the many people of this world take to God. This is a survey course in world religions, examining all major and most smaller faiths, explaining their principal beliefs and worship styles. We will show how many ways we connect with the beliefs of others. Come with open minds and open hearts to learn about and enjoy the spirituality of all God's children. As always, each we will complete a separate topic each class, so drop-ins and visitors are always cheerfully welcomed and easily assimilated. Led by Ginny Acocella.
We can get anything we want, from anywhere in the world, whenever we want it. That’s how it is and that's how we want it to be. Still, our lives aren’t any different than other generations before us. Our time is. We want spiritual direction, but it has to be real for us and available when we need it. We want a new format for getting Christian perspectives. NOOMA is the new format. It’s short films with communicators that really speak to us. Compact, portable, and concise. Each NOOMA touches on issues that we care about, that we want to talk about, and it comes in a way that fits our world. [From NOOMA.com] Led by Ash Gale.
The 43rd reason to be Episcopalian: We welcome the faithful, the seeker and the doubter. This fall we begin a new Adult series led by the Rector. As sign and symbol of the beginning of our faith journey, we will gather at the font in the rear of the church to ask the questions that fuel our search for an adult faith in Jesus Christ. Each Sunday we will ask a different question and answer it with our reason, our tradition and the words of Scripture. On the first Sunday we will consider The Bible One-O-One. Second Sunday is The Episcopal Church One-O-One, third Sunday is The Book of Common Prayer One-O-One, and the fourth Sunday St. Catherine’s One-O-One. When the month has a fifth Sunday we’ll consider The Church In Today’s World One-O-One. Come join us and bring your questions. Led by Father Jim.
The 11th reason to be Episcopalian: At our best, Episcopalians can respectfully disagree about a great many things and still break bread together.
Weekday Offerings
WNL (Wednesday Night Live), our all-new Wednesday night program, has wonderful things in store this year! Beginning September 19 we’ll have something for everyone—food, fellowship, worship and learning for people of all ages.
Our adult program for fall will focus on faithful living in a complex world. Through our time together we hope to encourage us a community to wrestle with how the contemporary Church speaks into the variety and complexity of current events in our community, the nation, and the world.
Our children’s program will be led by Shelly Taylor using a variety of resources to help the children look at their lives through the great stories of the Bible. The purpose of their time together is to familiarize the children with the many stories in the Bible featuring examples of adversity, courage, fear, perseverance and just daily life.
Wednesdays beginning August 15, 9:30 to 11:00 am — We begin this year with a study of the book of Exodus. We’ll journey with Moses and the people of Israel as they escape from Egypt and travel to the Promised Land. Join us for lively discussion and probing questions as we seek a deeper understanding of the character and nature of God and His covenant relationship with us. Coffee always provided and sometimes snacks, too! No prerequisites or text required, just bring your Bible. Led by Father Jim and Lisa Cook.
Weekly Friday morning study, 10-11:15 am — Join us as we study the New Testament. We will briefly review all books from Matthew to Revelation over the course of the fall term. Join us as we learn about God’s relationship to humankind through scripture, video presentations by biblical scholars, and lively conversation. The study book is available from the group’s facilitator, Elizabeth Lopez, 770-514-1482.
Monthly evening study, second Mondays, 7-8:30 pm — This study group is open to all women who are interested in studying Scripture and its application in our lives today. The group focuses on different parts of the Bible, paying attention to the purpose and mission of God with his people. With the use of study books, DVDs and lively discussion we learn more of God’s word. Many times this opens discussions about our purpose, opportunities and challenges we face in our contemporary world. Facilitator: Stephanie Yucius.
Children
The Catechesis of the Good
Shepherd, a religious formation experience for
children ages 3 to 12 years
old, is based on the belief that young children
can and do experience God.
The emphasis is on presenting God's Word and the
traditions of the church
to the children in a way that taps into the child's
ability to learn. Great
consideration is given to the relationship God has
with children from a very
young age. Meeting times are Sunday from 10-11:15
a.m. and Wednesday from
4-5 p.m.
Youth
Rite 13, J2A, YA