Adult Education
Adult Sunday School
Adult Forum
9:15–10 a.m. | Coleman Hall
The Sunday Adult Forum offers a large-group setting in which we explore various texts, questions, and themes that bear down on a life of faith. Various presentation styles encourage to consider a diversity of topics, ranging from faith and everyday life to the theological gift of the scriptures. Along the way, we will foray into church history, hospitality and evangelism, and much more. As in previous years, the Adult Forum will include presentations from multiple community leaders, as well as St. James clergy and staff.
Lectio Divina Zoom Study (NEW!)
(Starting in January) Fourth Wednesday of each Month | 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Zoom
Study the scriptures by tapping into the ancient practice of Lectio Divina. This discussion-based small group affords opportunities for deeper engagement and fellowship. The group meets on Zoom is limited to ten participants.
Sunday Book Club
9:15 a.m. | The Parlor
The Sunday Book Club will meet four times over the course of the year (Aug. 31, Nov. 23, Feb. 15, & April 12) to discuss titles that raise questions and provide insight into faith, the church and its history, the scriptures, and their application in daily life.
Adult Inquirers Class
Sundays, September 7, 14, 21 | 12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Ministries Center Vestry Room
What does it mean to be an Episcopalian? What is distinctive about it in the age in which we live? Over five Sundays, we will explore these questions through the lenses of history, theology, and practice. Topics to be discussed include scripture, worship, and sacraments, among others. All are welcome, however, this class is necessary for those adults wishing to be confirmed or received into The Episcopal Church at the Bishop’s visitation on September 28. The class will meet in the Ministries Center’s Vestry Room.
Weekday Opportunities
Rector’s Tuesday Bible Study
Tuesdays | 9 a.m. | Ministries Center Vestry Room
Each Tuesday morning, get a sneak peek at the Sunday readings with Fr. Chris as he unpacks the context of each lesson and then facilitates a thoughtful discussion. This new ministry, which began last year, has quickly grown and is open to all members of the congregation. Contact: Fr. Chris
Education for Ministry
Thursdays, September through May | 5–7 p.m. | Ministries Center Vestry Room
EFM is a four-year course of group study, worship, prayer, and reflection designed to prepare us to respond to our baptismal call to ministry to one another in Christ’s name in the course of our daily lives. It is not a course in religion or theology, nor is it intended as preparation for ordination.
Contacts: Ann Holmes
St. Mary’s Group
Third Tuesday of the Month | 6:30 p.m.
This intergenerational group of women gathers monthly to facilitate thought-provoking conversations and celebrate female fellowship. The group meets monthly at different members’ homes for dinner, drinks and conversation. Short on time? A specific chapter or passage will be emailed to the group before each gathering as the main topic of discussion.
Contact: Catherine Van Hook
Senior Men’s Bible Study
Wednesdays | 10:30-11:30 a.m. | Ministries Center Library
The Senior Men’s Bible Study meets weekly in the Library located on the second floor of the Ministries Center.
Contact: Randy East
St. Joan of Arc
First Wednesday of each Month | Noon | Coleman Hall
St. Joan of Arc is a gathering of women of the church for scholarship and fellowship. The meetings consist of a light lunch, fellowship, and a brief interactive presentation.
Contact: Mary O’Brien
Quiet Days
Quiet Days
Occasionally, during the seasons of Advent and Lent, St. James hosts retreat days or conferences dedicated to self-reflection and continued growth. These opportunities allow for deeper exploration of topical questions and themes led by leading spiritual thinkers and authors. Details and signups are circulated through regular parish communication advance of these offerings.