As we partner with the Holy Spirit to “build us up in the knowledge and love of God,” St. John’s Faith Formation programming encourages and nourishes the spiritual development of all people, where ever we are in our faith journey. Faith Formation is integral to St. John’s development of meaningful and inspiring ministries, intertwined with the work of invite-welcome-connect, worship, service work, and community life. Utilizing academic, spiritual, and theological talents within our congregation and partnerships in the wider community, St. John’s Faith Formation Commission provides program offerings that equip our community with knowledge and spiritual resources to grow in our faith journey. Join us in engaging conversations that empower each of us to courageously and compassionately meet life’s challenges and opportunities in today’s world.
Sunday Faith Forums take place almost every Sunday morning from 9:00-9:50 a.m. from September through May, with the option to join on Zoom or in the Fireside Room.
We also offer seasonal Faith Formation Programming on weeknights. These series have included seasonal book studies, our preachers “unpacking” their Sunday sermons, and Film and Theology “happy hours” at local restaurants.
Forward Movement and the Episcopal Church Foundation offer daily lectionary based readings and reflections, including faithful parenting. Click here to view the latest Faith-at-Home Readings.
We have copies of the Forward Movement booklets available in our Little Free Library at our 60 Kent Street entrance.
Sacred Art Bible Study
Second and Fourth Thursdays at 10am
We study Scripture by contemplating sacred art together. All are welcome to join anytime. Contact Holly Stoerker for details.
Thursday Evening Bible Study
Thursday evenings after Compline (approx. 7:30pm)
Come to pray, stay to study! Thursdays after Compline, we will gather in the undercroft to sink our minds and hearts into a book of the Bible. We will take a slow pace through the book—reading, reflecting, sharing, questioning, and digging in. No weekly preparation or previous Bible study required! Open to St. John’s members and community friends regardless of affiliation. Email Dr. Judy Stack for more details.
Bible Discovery Class
Sundays beginning January 8 at 11:20am in the Fireside Room
“Tour the Whole Bible in just 8 weeks!” Dr. Judy Stack will lead this mix of “big-picture” teaching and “deep-dive” discussions. People with all levels of familiarity with the Bible will get a lot out of it.
Saint John’s offers a 6-week course called The Wayfinder Series. These classes cover the foundations of the Christian faith, the beliefs and practices distinctive to the Episcopal Church’s Anglican tradition, and what that all means for our life at Saint John’s.
These classes aren’t just for newcomers to Saint John’s or the Episcopal faith! They’re strongly recommended for anyone preparing for the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, or Matrimony, and they are a useful opportunity for longtime parishioners to refresh their understanding of our tradition.
Basics are offered twice a year: Fall (starting around October) and Spring (during Lent).
Anyone may attend one or all sessions. The topics include:
In the end, all we do as Christians, Anglicans, Episcopalians, and members of Saint John’s is geared toward helping us be better disciples and followers of Jesus, and to equip us to serve God’s mission in the world. The Wayfinders Series are designed to strengthen the foundation of this mission.
We have a number of groups of 7-10 members who meet monthly or seasonally for spiritual support and a shared life of faith. Our Saint John’s Small Groups are a place to go deeper into relationship with each other and with God.
Please contact the Rev. Jered Weber-Johnson for more information on joining a small group!
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