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Inquirer's Class
Want to know more about Christianity? The Episcopal Church? Faith Church?
Come to the Inquirer’s class with Father Sean! Questions and drop-ins
welcomed!
Meets:
Sundays, 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. in the library
Leaders: Father Sean Cox
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Bulletin Ministry
This group of dedicated volunteers prepare the bulletin packets for
distribution each Sunday. The work leaves plenty of time for socializing.
Meets: Fridays 10:00 a.m.
Leader: Sally Rutz
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Drama Team
Drama facilitates an understanding of scripture and liturgy in a different
way. Those interested in exploring acting in skits or tableaus are invited
to drop in to a Drama team rehearsal.
Meets:
Wednesdays (check calendar) 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Leader: Sharon Morrison
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Green
Thumbs Gardening Group
A monthly group for
those who enjoy gardening, either indoors or outside. We’ll share plants by
dividing, propagating or starting from seed. We’ll take field trips, tour
member’s gardens, share our bounty, do workshops, and discover Scripture
relating to gardening.
Meets: 3rd Thursday
of each month 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Leaders:
Janet Wright
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Music Ministry
Our music ministry combines the talents of vocalists and
instrumentalists (guitar, bass, percussion, keyboards, and on special
occasions, trumpets or flutes) to lead the congregation in singing hymns and
songs of praise during worship services. They also perform during the
collection of the offering and the distribution of communion. You can
decide if you will sing at only one service each Sunday, or at both services
on Sunday morning. We assemble larger choirs for the Advent/Christmas
season and Holy Week and Easter. Participants are asked to be as regular as
possible in their attendance at both rehearsals and on Sundays.
Meets:
Thursdays 6:00 -
6:30 p.m. for 8am service
Thursdays 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. for 10am service
and Sundays
30 min. before service
Leader: Rhonda
Nelson, Music Director
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Senior Lunch Bunch
All who consider themselves to be “Seniors” are invited to this
monthly gathering for lunch. Speakers are invited to share about topics of
interest to those who are retired.
Meets:
third Tuesday Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Leader:
Pastor Gene Jewell
Bring your sack lunch. Coffee and tea are provided.
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Social Bridge
Looking for a place to play bridge? Want to learn the game?
Beginners are welcome!! Two hours plus of enjoyable fellowship, weekly for
whomever in the group can attend.
Meets:
Tuesdays, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Leader: Bill Taggart
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Quilters
Sharing a love of fabric crafts, the quilters are making children’s quilts
to be given to children in need and local seniors.
Meets:
fourth Tuesday 9:00 to noon
Leaders: Nancy
Kors, Gerri Morgan
Bring your sewing machine and quilting tools/ideas.
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DivorceCare
You don’t have to go through it alone. Most people will tell you
that separation and divorce are the most painful and stressful experiences
they’ve ever faced. This 13-week program combines a video series with group
support.
Meets: Wednesdays
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Leaders: Carolyn Flood,
Karen Morris, Bob Gilmore
Resources:
Divorce Care workbook. Cost: $25.
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Education for
Ministry
A 32-week class, part of a 4-year curriculum,
covering the basics of a theological education in the Old and New
Testaments, church history, liturgy, and theology.
Meets: Mondays, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Leaders: Sharon Morrison, Jim Higbee
Resources: EFM manuals. Cost: $350.
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Rector's Bible
Study
Acclaimed author Marcus Borg reveals how it is possible to reconcile the
Bible with both a scientific and critical way of thinking and our deepest
spiritual needs, leading to a contemporary yet grounded experience of the
sacred texts. All are invited to attend when you can.
Meets:
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Leaders:
Father Sean Cox
Resource:
Reading the Bible Again for the First Time by Marcus Borg. Available for
Kindle or $12 if you request by 12/30.
Child care available.
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Mom’s
Bible Study of the Psalms
A study of the Psalms, designed for mothers of school-age and younger
children. Sometimes when you are full of emotion, but can’t find the words
to express yourself to God, the Psalms can do it for you. Each week a
different theme is addressed, including praise, guidance, transgressions and
comfort.
Meets: Wednesdays, Jan. 16 - April 17 (no
class 3/27 or 4/3)
9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Leader: Adriana
Findlay
Resource: Psalms; Heart to
heart with God by Walter Kaiser, Jr.
Cost: $10.
Child care
is provided.
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Ministry of
Motherhood
Making sandwiches, washing dishes, sorting
laundry...sometimes the job of motherhood overshadows our calling - to
spiritually nurture our children! Lean to make life’s nitty-gritty moments
work for you as you incorporate character-building as a natural part of
life; disciple your kids; and cultivate crucial gifts like purpose, prayer
and perseverance.
Meets: Sundays, Jan
6 - Feb 10 11:30 - 1:00 p.m.
Leader: Cami Day
Resource: Ministry of Motherhood by Sally Clarkson Available
for Kindle
Cost: $15
Child care will be arranged if requested in
advance.
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Magdalene
Journey - for Women
Explore the lives of the many women who
followed Jesus. What can they teach us about Him and how can they enhance
our lives? There is no book to buy, no study required, though you may find
you want to. Just carve out a few hours a week for the most important
relationship in your life, your relationship with Jesus Christ.
Meets:
Sundays, January 6 - March 24 11:30 - 3 p.m.
Leaders:
Kim Dillon, Kristen West , Cathy Daust, Jill Lasko
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Single and
Parenting
If you’re a single parent, you’re probably tired,
overwhelmed and feeling a bit underappreciated. This 13-week program
combines a video series with group support. Develop meaningful friendships
with other single parents, who, like you, are tired of hectic mornings and
chaotic evenings, the kids fighting, and a never-ending to-do list.
Meets:
Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Leader:
Victoria Debenham & Kim Dillon
Resources: Participant Guide $20.00.
Child care
is available.
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Women’s
Lectionary Study
Want to spend more than a few moments on
the Bible lessons on Sunday morning? Develop a better understanding of our
Sunday worship scripture readings in a small group setting. Join this
on-going weekly study of the lessons for the following Sunday, using a study
guide published quarterly.
Meets:
Wednesdays, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Leaders:
Ruth Pihlaja and Carrie Douglas
Resource: The Revised Common
Lectionary Bible Study by Paraklete Press of California. $10.
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