Sunday Formation for Adults
Sunday morning formation takes place from 10:10 until 11 a.m.
For adults, this includes the Sunday Forum in the fellowship hall (also livestreamed) and Many Parents, One Vine in Room 14.
In the evening, between the contemplative service of Celtic Evensong and Communion (5:30 p.m. to about 6:30 p.m.) and the sung Compline service (8 to 8:30 p.m.) we offer a series called Trailheads. Those who wish may pick up supper at the Sunday Community Supper and bring it to the Café @ St. Stephen’s where Trailhead sessions take place, 7-7:50 p.m. (Please note that Trailheads does not convene every week; check this page and the Spirit and eSpirit for dates, speakers, and topics.)
Registration is not required for most Sunday formation offerings. The planners of Many Parents, One Vine, remind parents to complete the all-purpose family registration form which includes this offering. Registration is requested for An Introduction to the Episcopal Church. This class is offered a few times a year, sometimes on Sunday mornings, sometimes on weeknights.
The Sunday Forum
10:10 a.m. in the fellowship hall (and livestreamed)
The forum takes place from September through mid-May. It is livestreamed on the “This Sunday” page of the website.
Speakers include St. Stephen’s clergy and lay staff, as well as guest speakers.
Many Parents, One Vine
10:10 a.m. in Room 14
Planned and led by the Rev. Cate Anthony with Andrew Robertson, Paula Chambers, Scott Mates, Julie and Farmer
This staff and lay-led parenting support group addresses topics relevant to family life. This is a space to grow in faith and connect with other parents in mutual affirmation. Raising children takes a village and together, connected to the vine, we are stronger parents. Members of the leadership team facilitate the Sunday sessions with an opportunity for open dialogue and questions. All are welcome and no registration is required, though it’s helpful to the parent team if you complete the family ministry registration.
Trailheads
Sunday evenings, 7 –7:50 in the Café @ St. Stephen’s
April 12, 19, and 26 | The Labyrinth: walking the sacred path
Maybe you have heard of or seen a labyrinth. What do you know about walking in a labyrinth as a spiritual practice of prayer? St. Stephen’s labyrinth guild begins a three- part series in Trailheads this evening to introduce this ancient form of prayerful movement and meditation. In the first two sessions, we will discuss the history and meaning of labyrinths and explore the many ways that walking can become a powerful tool for reflection, introspection, prayer, and renewal. The final session will include the opportunity to walk the labyrinth and reflect with others about the experience.
No sign-up is needed for this series.
May 3 | Poetry night: Resurrection
Poetry touches our inmost truths, expresses mysteries of human existence, and opens us to as yet unseen possibilities. Contemporary poets and their art have long been honored at St. Stephen’s and incorporated into worship, especially in the evening, alongside the poetry of both hymnody and liturgy. As such, we invite you to participate in our first poetry reading event, held in the Great Fifty Days of Easter. The theme of the evening is resurrection. All are welcome to attend. To offer a reading, use the link below for details and to sign up. If you have questions, contact the Rev. John Jenkins.