Ministry to Adults

Adult Formation

Adult Christian formation at St. John’s takes place in a variety of forms from presentations at our adult forums to weekly bible studies, to centering prayer retreats. We invite you to jump in!

Adult Sunday School

9:30 - 10:15 AM

Our adult program during Sunday School will offer opportunities for us to be together in Magill Hall for various plenary sessions as well as break into smaller groups for more in-depth and subject specific classes.

Daybreak Bible Study

6:15 AM Wednesdays: Youth House

This mid-week bible study is for early risers. Join us in the youth house for bible discussion with The Rev. Dr. Bill Parrish and other early birds!

Centering Prayer

7:45 AM Fridays: Chapel

A small group from St. John's gathers every Friday morning at 7:45 in the Chapel for 20 minutes of Centering Prayer. According to Thomas Keating Centering Prayer is "prayer of the heart, prayer of simplicity, prayer of faith, prayer of simple regard".

Please plan to join us as we listen for the voice of God who loves us more than we can imagine. Those who are interested will want to get a copy of Thomas Keating's book, "Open Mind, Open Heart" which offers insights into this method of prayer.

Women’s Bible Study

10:00 AM Thursdays: Library

Are you interested in gathering with other women and learning about how to integrate our daily living with how the Bible speaks to us? There is no need to have any bible study experience to attend. All women are welcome to join us for fun filled fellowship as we grow together in God’s grace.

Education for Ministry

EFM is a four-year program that offers the basics of theological educationcovering the Old and New Testaments, church history, liturgy and theology. We welcome new participants at the beginning of each year. Contact Diane Vie, ext. 26.

Lenten Program

Watch for more information about Lent 2012.

Mystics

Monthly, 7:00 PM, Dates TBD

Watch the Tidings for more information about this group that meets on Sunday evenings throughout the year to discuss writings in the mystical tradition. Contact: Dorsey Mayo (434)384-7287.

George Bean Men's Discussion Group

7:50 AM: Hume Room
Westminster Canterbury

The George Bean Men’s Discussion Group reads and discusses books suggested by members of the group. All are welcome.

Other Adult Formation Offerings

Somehow Let’s Make a Family:

Supporting Individuals and Couples in Their Relationships

with Themselves, with Each Other, and with Their Families

The 10-week series continues through Sunday, February 19, 2012.

5:30 – 7:00 pm, Sackett Room.

                                   January 29     “I Didn’t Do It!”

                                   February 5       Note Schedule Change - NO PROGRAM (Super Bowl Sunday

                                   February 12    “How Can I Ever Forgive You?”

                                   February 19    “Helping Our Children Become Independent & Interdependent

                                                                 with a Maturing Faith”

Contact Debbie Inge – 528-1138 or debbie@stjohnslynchburg.org

Complete details are available in the October Tidings.