Faith Formation for Adults
Fall 2011
Weekly Contemplative Bible Study: Each week at the 5:30pm Wednesday service, participants engage the ancient practice of lectio divina--a way of reading scripture with the heart as well as the mind. We take the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday as our text for lectio divina. Join us for this weekly opportunity to encounter Scripture.
Parish Reads: Reading a book together leads to shared conversation at coffee hour, in the neighborhood, and at home. Check out the information here on our Parish Reads series.
Coffee and Conversation: On Sunday mornings at 10:15 (between worship services), join us to discuss, learn, debate, and share. In the parish hall.
September 25, October 2, October 9:
Discussions on our Parish Reads book Take This Bread.
'Speaking Christian' with Rob Peck: Join us on Sunday mornings at 10:15 to talk through what we really mean by some of these "Christian" words. Rob Peck will lead the series.
On October 16: Salvation.
October 23: Righteousness.
October 30: Sacrifice.
Nov 6: Coffee and Conversation takes a week off to celebrate All Saints' Day with the annual Saint Walk!
November 13: Born Again.
Advent Series:
His Truth is Marching On: Telling Stories of Hope
Advent I, Nov. 27: Occupy Wall Street 101
Advent II, Dec. 4: Finding and Keeping your Soul at Work
Advent III, Dec. 11: Join us to celebrate June's Ordination!
Advent IV, Dec. 18: Keeping the Christ in Christmas: Spiritual refreshment for grownups and children
Advent Retreat: Join us on the afternoon of December 17 for a time of rest, creativity, and reflection. We'll offer two tracks: a workshop on the Parish Reads book Falling Upward, and a workshop on praying with beads. Sign up in the Parish Hall!
Israel/Palestine Discussion Group: After a six-week study on Sunday mornings, several parishioners have chosen to gather regularly to engage questions of the role of the Episcopal Church in the conflict in the Holy Land. Email Susan Daughtry (sdaughtry@stthomasrichmond.org) if you'd like to know about upcoming meetings.
Faith Exploration Class: Every year, St. Thomas offers a spring and fall course for adults who desire to deepen their connection with God, with the parish, and with our Anglican practices, history, and identity. This course offers an opportunity to delve into questions of faith and scripture as well as inquiry into the particular mechanics of worship, church leadership, community, and service. If you are new to St. Thomas, this class is an ideal way to get plugged in. Long-time and less new parishioners also find it a chance to re-examine questions and re-engage with their life of faith. All are welcome to join us on this journey! The Faith Exploration Class will take place in April/May of 2011.