Christian Formation for Adults
Wednesday Bible Studies
The Rector's Wednesday Bible Studies are a lectionary based discussion groups that meet on Zoom each Wednesday - men at 6 AM and women at noon.
Email Rev. Jimmy Grace for a Zoom invite.
Rector’s Book Club
Rector’s Book Club: Beginning January 7th, at 9:30 AM, the Rector’s Book Club will be meeting in the Youth Room to read and discuss From Jesus to Christianity: How Four Generations of Visionaries and Storytellers Created the New Testament and Christian Faith by L. Michael White. To sign up, please contact Jimmy at jgrace@saecheights.org
Not-So-Minor Prophets
Join the Rector on Sunday mornings for a quick tour through three of the Minor Prophets of the Hebrew Bible. These prophets are considered “minor” not because of their message, but rather because of their brevity. This is a great series to acquaint yourself with a few shorter works in Scripture, and to understand more of the context that led to their writing. To sign up for this class, please email the Rector at jgrace@saecheights.org
November 5 - Obadiah
November 12 – Jonas
November 19 – Habakkuk
Episcopal 101
Have you ever wondered what it means for St. Andrew’s to be an Episcopal church? Whether you’re a newcomer interested in joining St. Andrew’s, a member looking to deepen your knowledge of the Episcopal Church, or just someone wanting to reflect on what faith and practice mean for your life join us Sunday mornings at 9:30 for Episcopal 101! This class explores the basic beliefs of the Episcopal Church, what makes Episcopalians unique, and what it means to live a life of faith in the Episcopal way. This class, led by the Rev. Clint Brown and the Rev. Jeff Bohanski, also serves as “confirmation class” for anyone wishing to be confirmed on Saturday, October 14. Participants will meet in the Chapel of the Good Shepherd and receive a copy of Walk in Love: Episcopal Beliefs and Practices by Scott Gunn and Melody Shobe at no charge.
August 27 – Introduction/Welcome
September 3 – Beliefs I Chapters 2-5 – Baptism and Eucharist
September 10 – Beliefs II Chapters 13-16 – Creeds, Bible, Salvation/Grace, Prayer
September 17 – Anglican Distinctives I Chapters 1, 17-29 – What is the Episcopal Church?
September 24 – Anglican Distinctives II Chapters 6-12 – Guided Tour through the Prayer Book
October 1 – Stewardship Campaign begins (no class)
October 8 – Church Membership Chapter 20 – Your ministry at St. Andrew’s
What to know about…the Gospel According to Mark
October 22-November 26
“What to know…”, a class focusing on the featured Gospel of the lectionary cycle
The Revised Common Lectionary, followed by the Episcopal Church, the Roman Catholic Church, and other mainline denominations as their lectionary for Sunday morning readings, is arranged in a three-year cycle – Year A, Year B, Year C. Each year is distinctive in that it draws predominately from a single gospel for its gospel readings – Matthew (Year A), Mark (Year B), and Luke (Year C). In this class we will look ahead to the start of Year B on the First Sunday of Advent to explore its featured gospel, the Gospel According to Mark. This brief survey will introduce you to this gospel’s background, structure, and major themes (it is the earliest of the four gospels) so that you can get the most out of hearing it on Sundays through the coming year. This class will meet on Sundays at 9:30 AM in the Oak Table Room beginning October 22.
Faith & Film
The Faith & Film Group meets monthly on Zoom, usually on a Monday or Tuesday evening, to discuss the intersection of film and faith as it relates to a current, classic, popular, or obscure movie. We agree at the end of each gathering what we will watch next and choose a convenient time for all to discuss it. Contact Lisa Puccio at lpuccio@saecheights.org for more information or a Zoom invite.
Spiritual Reading Group
The Spiritual Reading Group explores thought-provoking books on Christian spirituality, offering stimulating discussion. Our intent is to broaden understanding of Christian spirituality and to deepen commitment to Christian living as we reflect on our faith and spiritual journey. This small group meets on the first and third Thursday of the month from 7 to 8:30 PM.
To receive a Zoom invitation, contact John Grothues.