FORMATION + FELLOWSHIP
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
Christian Formation provides opportunities for learning and growing together in our faith, as well as in our relationships with one another. We know that Christian education is more than acquiring knowledge; it is about helping one another discover God’s presence in and purpose for our lives.
PERSONAL FORMATION RESOURCES
CURRENT FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES
Sunday Morning Adult Forum
“The Politics of Jesus”
Sundays at 9am in-person and on Facebook Live
This series looks at the turbulent landscape of Judea, and in the life of Jesus. Through the works of John Yoder, Marcus Borg, John Crosson, and ancient sources, we will explore how a time and place of rebellion, repression, and empire still has meaning for our lives today. Sessions build on each other.
May 15 — “Destroy this Temple”
A historical overview of insurrection from the Maccabean Revolt through the First Jewish-Roman War
May 22 — “For this I was born”
Gospel events and teachings from the life of Jesus as subversion of the ruling socio-political-economic system
June 5 — “I will send you the Advocate”
The role of the prophets and the church in publicly calling for justice and people-centered public policy
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT . . .
February 2022 Adult Forum “Made in God’s Image: Gender & Identity”
Resources for additional learning:
Slides from Session 1
Article: Actually, “They” Is a Beautiful Pronoun for God
Allies Resources from HRC
Gender Identity, the Trevor Project
Pronouns Guide from GLSEN
PFLAG Dayton
DIOCESAN FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES . . .
The Episcopal Diocese of Southern Ohio has a variety of Christian Formation
opportunities throughout the year. To learn more about their current formation programs, click here.
FELLOWSHIP
Downtowner’s Group
The Downtowners Luncheon Group is a fun bunch that meets monthly for lunch, trying out different local restaurants around Dayton. They typically meet on the third Wednesday of each month. A casual, fun way to enjoy fellowship with one another while supporting local businesses and sampling wonderful cuisine!
Women’s Retreats
Each spring and fall, we conduct a Women’s Retreat, designed to be a time for relaxation, fellowship, and spiritual renewal. A casual, fun, and engaging time with other women of the parish to strengthen friendships and make new ones, the weekend retreat is self-led by women of the parish and often held in a private retreat house at the Convent of the Transfiguration in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Sundae Sundays
A favorite gathering for kids and adults alike, Sundae Sundays are a summer hit! Typically held once a month from May – September, Sundae Sunday is filled with ice cream and smiles following the 10:30 worship service.
Summer First Fridays
First Fridays are a Dayton-wide celebration of downtown establishments throughout the summer months. During First Fridays, we enjoy being a place of welcome and nourishment to our neighbors throughout the city. In previous years we have had food, live music and open our doors for folks to learn more about the church. More recently we are excited to invite visitors to walk our new Reconciliation Labyrinth!
