Christian Formation is a lifelong process that gives purpose and meaning to our lives as followers of Christ. It involves both the study of sacred texts and engagement with the practices that shape our daily lives. To that end, Grace offers many opportunities for adults – classes, workshops, retreats, symposiums, discussion groups, social activities and more.
We are all on a personal spiritual journey that is enhanced by the companionship of others. Grace Church offers adults opportunities for learning that meet their individual needs while benefitting from the perspective of others. Classes will meet from 9:30-10:30 a.m. most Sundays until May 2.
We’re kicking off November with a Nonprofit Partners Fair on Sunday, November 1, in the Parish Hall. Representatives from local nonprofit organizations will be at Grace from 9 AM until 1 PM to share information about the important work they do in our community—and ways you can get involved.
Whether you have a few hours to give or are looking for an ongoing volunteer opportunity, you’ll find plenty of possibilities. Our nonprofit partners will have information about volunteer opportunities and how you can log your volunteer hours throughout the month.
Come for the information, stay for the fun! The morning will include:
Local nonprofit organizations ready to tell you about their work
Volunteer opportunities for all ages and interests
Activity tables for both children and adults
Delicious treats to enjoy
Members of the Outreach Committee available to answer questions and help you learn how to record your volunteer hours
Are you looking for ways to participate more fully as part of the Grace community? Perhaps you have gifts and talents you’d like to share, or you may simply be curious about upcoming opportunities for fellowship and spiritual formation. From retreats and educational offerings to concerts and social gatherings, there are many ways to connect and build relationships at Grace!
To help everyone learn more about these opportunities, Fr. Stuart will host a special Community Life Fair during the Sunday Forum on November 8 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. This forum will provide an overview of ministries, fellowship events, and formation programs, while also giving participants a chance to ask questions, share ideas, and explore where their interests and gifts might best fit within parish life.
Whether you’re curious about getting involved, looking to meet new people, or seeking a deeper connection with the Grace community, we invite you to join us. We hope you’ll come discover the many ways to grow, serve, and belong at Grace.
Parenting with Grace, facilitated by Callie and Kevin Flack, brings together parents of all stages of the parenting journey. Our goal is to support and encourage each other as we navigate how to bring the principles of the Kingdom of God into our habits as parents so we are open to receiving God’s grace and able to then share it with our children and others. We look forward to journeying with you!
Parenting with Grace will meet in the conference room.
Centering Prayer is a contemplative method of prayer that facilitates opening the mind and heart to God. Gatherings consist of a brief opening; sitting in silence for 20 minutes ending with the Lord’s Prayer, then a sharing of video or short discussion of spiritual topic of choice. All are welcome.
Centering Prayer meets on Mondays at 5:00 PM on Zoom (link can be found in the ON THE CALENDAR section of the email newsletter).
The Daughters of the King is an Order, founded by Margaret J. Franklin in 1885, for women in the Episcopal Church. There are chapters in the United States, Africa, Asia, Europe, Central America, South America and the Caribbean Basin. As Daughters we undertake A Rule of Life, A Rule of Prayer and Service, and Evangelism. The Greek Fleury cross worn by members of the order is inscribed in Latin, “Magnanimiter Crucem Sustine” which translated means “With heart, mind and spirit, uphold and bear the cross.” The cross is an outward and visible sign of a deep and inward vow we take to become a Daughter of the King.
Our Grace Chapter was established in 1940, currently with 42 members. Seeking the will of God, we pray daily for unity in Christ’s Church, the spread of Christ’s Kingdom, for God’s blessing on our Order, the clergy, and the spiritual growth of our parish. Meetings are held monthly and are open to any women who wish to visit with us.
DOK meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:00 AM in the Grace Center Conference Room and on Zoom.
A small group of men gather at 7:00 AM on Monday mornings for coffee and conversation. Another group gathers for pub theology at Cork It every third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM. Information about additional events can be found in our newsletter and on the calendar. All men are warmly invited to participate.
The women of Grace typically gather annually for a weekend of rejoicing, reflection, and renewal at the Montreat Retreat and Conference Center in North Carolina. Information about additional events can be found in our newsletter and on the calendar. All women are warmly invited to participate.
Grace also regularly offers unique retreat, lecture series, short term studies, and symposium formation opportunities. Learn more about additional adult Christian formation events and opportunities at the links below.
St. Brigid’s School is a school for the soul, an intentional ministry that seeks to nurture wisdom that can help us realign with the Spirit’s movement, and find healing.
Recognizing our call to trust in the indwelling presence of the Spirit, we seek to cultivate an appreciation of spiritual imagination through practices of prayer so that we can co-create with the generative power of the Spirit and nurture transformed lives.
Watch this space for announcements about formation opportunities in the community.