Adult Education & Formation
Teach them the statutes and instructions and make known to them the way they are to go and the things they are to do. Exodus 18:20
Formation and deepening knowledge of the Christian faith is an essential part of the Anglican ethos. CSS endeavors to provide illuminating, interesting and challenging educational programs for adults as well as children.
Fall Adult Formation
Sundays, November 8, 15, and 29
at 12:30 pm in the Undercroft
Led by Father Aaron & Father Flourish in the Undercroft
November 8 & 15 ~ The Book of Revelation, based on Barbara Rossing’s book, The Rapture Exposed: The Message of Hope in the Book of Revelation. This leading New Testament scholar exposes the myth of “The Rapture” and restores the Book of Revelation’s true message of God’s love. “Lucid and passionate.” — Harper’s
November 29 ~ Inquirer’s Class, a continuation of our series on topics and questions related to the Episcopal Church.
Adult Forums
Sundays at 9:30 am in the Undercroft
Adult forum is spent in learning, theological reflection, and building Christian community.
You are welcome to come to any session of interest to you and when your schedule allows. Most Sundays are self-contained, so you can join at any time without worrying about what went before.
November 8 ~ “What is the Gospel?” led by Father Aaron
November 15 ~ Elissa Montanti, founder and director of the Global Medical Relief Fund, will be with us to share about the mission of this organization. Over the past 25 years, GMRF has helped provide medical care to more than 500 children from countries affected by war, natural disaster, or illness. Learn more at www.gmrfchildren.org
November 22 ~ Adult Forum on Recess. Christ the King Sunday, only one service at 10:00 am.
Book Club
First & Third Thursdays of the Month,
from 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm in the Loft
Please enter through the Cloister Door to the right of the Church Doors.
The next CSS Book Club meeting will be held Thursday, November 19 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm in the Loft. We will discuss the first half of The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Book Club is open to anyone, church member or not, and you do not need to attend every meeting. If you have any questions, email Hedwig O’Hara at hedy.ohara@gmail.com.
Upcoming Schedule & books:
November 19 & December 3 ~ The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen
December 17 ~ A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens