FORMATION + FELLOWSHIP
CHRISTIAN FORMATION
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. Christian Formation provides opportunities for learning and growing together in our faith, as well as in our relationships with one another.
SUNDAY ADULT FORUMS
The Ministry of a Deacon
Sunday, October 4 | 9am in the Parish Hall
The ministry of the order of deacons is rooted in the earliest Biblical accounts of the followers of Jesus. From the calling of the original seven, deacons are called to be servant ministers in God’s church helping to care for human needs while proclaiming the Gospel.
Please join Deacon William as he shares about the historical roots of the diaconate and the modern role of deacons in the Episcopal Church and the world.
“Jesus and the Powers” Book Study
Sundays October 11 – November 8 | 9am in the Parlor
“Jesus and the Powers” by N.T. Wright offers a timely, biblically grounded framework for how Christians should navigate political witness, cultural fragmentation, and worldly authority in an age of totalitarian terror and dysfunctional democracies. N.T. Wright is an Anglican Bishop and distinguished theologian.
Copies of the book are available to pick up at the reception counter in the Front Hall, or you can one in advance from Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
- October 11: The Kingdom and the Shadow of Empire, Introduction & Chapter 1
- October 18: The Church, Jesus, and Caesar, Chapters 2 & 3
- October 25: Vision and Vocation – Building the Kingdom, Chapter 4
- November 1: Submission, Subversion, and Resistance, Chapters 5 & 6
- November 8: Liberalism, Love, and a Way Forward, Chapter 7 & Conclusion
Adult Forum on Fall Break – November 15
WEEKDAY FORMATION GATHERINGS
2026-2027 Bible Study: “The Path: A Journey Through the Bible.”
Weekly gatherings September-April, 2026-2027
We are excited to announce a new adult formation offering for 2026-2027: a group study of “The Path: A Journey Through the Bible.”
“The Path” offers an accessible way to experience the story of the Bible. Using condensed excerpts from the New Revised Standard Version, it provides a clear, step-by-step pathway through major biblical landmarks from Genesis to Revelation. It connects the stories of faithful men and women to reveal a comprehensive overview of God’s love for ordinary people.
This year we’re offering a few different study options. If you are interested in participating, please take a few minutes to share your preferences at the following link to help us build the best community experience:
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.