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We
like to learn. There is a wealth of knowledge that can
deepen our faith and enrich our spiritual lives – Scripture,
theology, church history, and practical courses in how to
serve others more effectively. Adult Education courses at
St. Francis are well-attended and help us get acquainted with
others in the community.
Sunday Mornings, we offer a choice of programs.
Kerygma is a Bible Study using the excellent Kerygma
Curriculum. This class meets throughout the school year, and
starts with a fresh workbook each year. We also offer one
or two alternative channels on Sunday mornings
with varying topics, often taught by exceptional guest lecturers
and facilitators. Examples of previous courses: Islam,
Christianity, and the West; When Religion Becomes Evil; Living
With Money; Wrestling With Angels: Life’s Most Difficult
Questions; Faith & Reason; the Sacredness of Death and
Dying; Parenting in the Christian Family; and Growing
God’s Kids.
Seasonal & Special Programs. We offer
seasonal programs in Lent and sometimes Advent; and other
special classes, workshops, and series throughout the year.
Examples include Fundamentalism & Violence (how religious
extremism can lead to terrorism); Journey Toward Wholeness
(the role of faith and prayer in mind/body health); How It
All Began (events in the Early Church’s life that led
to the formation of the Creeds and the New Testament); dreamwork
and psychodrama workshops; Enneagram Workshops, Labyrinth
Workshops, yoga classes, Bio-Spiritual Focusing classes, and
We Believe (basic Christian doctrine).
Education For Ministry is an extension program
of the University of the South. EFM combines small group study
of Scripture and Church history with experiential learning
in theological reflection. St. Francis hosts an EFM group
attended by members from several congregations.
Anglicanism 101: At least twice a year,
a 6-week course in the basics of Anglican Christianity is
taught.
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