Adult Spiritual Growth

Adult Classes:

Sunday Morning Opportunities

9:45 Forum:

January 29th and February 5th

Civil Discourse: From Separation to Engagement

Using audio resources from “Krista Tippet on Being”, the group will explore key topics triggering public debate.  We will listen to the voices of contemporary political and moral leaders, and to the voices of one another as we engage issues vital to our common life.  Join the conversation!  Ray Shjerven hosts.

All Forums will be in the Parish Commons Classrooms, 9:45-10:45am

11:00: Gospel of Mark

January 29, February 5, 12, 19

The Gospel of Mark: Episode 1

Together we will listen to the gospel writer’s account of Jesus’ life and ministry.  What is unique about Mark’s voice?  What picture of Jesus emerges?  How does Mark begin and end this familiar story?  These questions, along with many others, will be open for discussion and consideration.  Pastor Shjerven hosts.

Adult Faith Formation: Midweek Opportunities at St. Mark’s

“Fully Alive” Women’s Bible Study, Tuesday, 5:15 p.m., Fireside Room

The book of Revelation will be the subject of study as women come together to learn and offer care and support to one another; study led by Sherri Maiura

Noon Bible Study Luncheon

Share a salad luncheon, spirited conversation around the texts for the upcoming Sunday, and prayers for one another and for the world.  Pastor Shjerven hosts.

Midweek Study and Renewal, 6:00 p.m., Fireside Room

“Listen, God is Calling:  Biblical Stories of Call”(6pm, Fireside Room)

From Ruth to Samuel, from Jeremiah to the Samaritan Woman, God continues to call people into service for the sake of God’s beloved world.  Each week we will explore the call of an ancestor in faith, and consider how God may be calling us.

Pastor Shjerven hosts.

“Making Sense of Worship” (6pm, Parish Commons Classroom)

This four-part series led explores the historical roots and meaning of each part of our weekly worship.

January 11: Gathering

January 18: Word

January 25: Meal

February 1: Sending

Participants will also be given opportunities to share stories of how these various elements of worship are meaningful to you.  Led by Pastor Ruud

For more information about Faith Journey click here.

For more information about Adult Spiritual Growth please contact Pastor Rebecca Shjerven.