Following are some of the primary adult education opportunities available at St. Philip the Deacon during the 2012-2013 Academic Year.
Please contact Pastor Cheryl Mathison, St. Philip the Deacon's Teaching Pastor, with any questions.
Sunday Morning Book Discussion Group | Sundays 8:30 am
Beginning Sunday, September 9 and meeting through the school year, this group gathers in the Library for faithful conversation and discussion. The new book for this fall is Eric Metaxas’ Socrates in the City. Copies of the book are available from Joel Malmberg at jgmalmberg@mchsi.com for $18.
Fully Devoted Bible Study | Mondays 11 am
Lively and faithful conversation take shape around Bible study and book discussions. Currently the group is working through the New Testament book of Ephesians with “Ephesians - Finding Your Identity in Christ” by Bickel and Jantz as a guide. Class meets weekly for an hour. New members are always welcome. Contact Susan Abrahamson at sueabrahamson@yahoo.com for more information.
Faith Talk: Living and Loving the Good Life | Mondays 7 pmJay Dupay leads this class which meets Mondays from 7 pm - 8:15 pm weekly. The group will be working through I Peter this fall and welcomes new participants. Come and be challenged and inspired by Peter! Contact Jay Dupay at
jjdupay@comcast.net for more information.
Men’s Discussion Group | Tuesdays 6:30 amThe group meets weekly for coffee, conversation, and prayer and welcomes new participants. Topics for discussion take shape around current events and news articles. All views and perspectives valued. Contact Bruce Warner at
bruce.warner@comcast.net for more information.
Men’s Fellowship and Prayer Group | Wednesdays 6:30 amA weekly gathering for men of all ages. The coffee is on and you are welcome to participate. Contact Whitey Aus at
cwaus@worldnet.att.net for more information.
Faith Talk: First John | Wednesdays 9:30 amMeeting weekly on Wednesdays at 9:30 am - 10:45 am in the Library, this group will engage in a theological discussion of I John. This is a great study to join if you are retired (though that is not a requirement!) and is open to anyone who is interested. Contact Jay Dupay at
jjdupay@comcast.net for more information.
Crossways Bible Study | Wednesdays 5 pm and 6:30 pm and Thursdays 9:30 amThis intensive Bible study invites participants to read the Bible cover to cover, word for word, in chronological order. We will focus on the prophets this fall and winter. Class meets for an hour each week in the Learning Center. New participants are always welcome and may contact Pastor Mathison at
cmathison@spdlc.org for more information.
Men’s Bible Study | Thursdays 6:30 amIf there is such a thing as good old fashioned Bible Study this is it! A careful examination of scripture with thoughtful conversation and discussion facilitated by Joel Malmberg. New participants are welcome. Contact Joel Malmberg
jgmalmberg@mchsi.com for more information.
Women’s Book Discussion Group | Thursdays 7:00 am at Perkins on 55
This group begins the fall by finishing the last section of Buechner's book, The Magnificent Defeat. New participants are welcome. For more information, contact Sue Gove at skgove@gmail.com.
Lectio Divina | Thursdays 11 am
Come listen and pray through the assigned scripture readings for the coming weekend’s worship. Meets weekly for an hour and welcomes new participants. Contact Pastor Strand at
vstrand@spdlc.org for more information.
How the Bible Came to Be | Thursdays 7 pm An examination of the history of the writings in the library of books we call the Bible and an introduction to the various translations up to the present time. Contact Joel Malmberg at
jgmalmberg@mchsi.com for more information.
WELCA Circle Bible Study | Various days and timesEach of the women’s circles include regular study as part of their monthly meeting. Topics and studies vary. New members are always welcome. Contact Kathy Bailey at
kathyb16@mchsi.com for more information.
ALPHA | Date and Time to be announcedAlpha gives the opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. The Alpha course meets once a week for 10 weeks, including a one-day or weekend getaway. Sessions begin with a meal, followed by a short talk and time to discuss what's been taught. During the discussion, everyone is welcome to contribute their opinions and no question is considered hostile or too simple. Questions might include—Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going? Contact Pastor Strand at
vstrand@spdlc.org for more information.
Faith and Life Lecture Series | Dates and Times vary
The Faith & Life Lecture Series exists to create welcoming and accessible public forums for members of the Twin Cities community to hear nationally known speakers reflect on how Christian faith is related to different dimensions of everyday life. The talks are always free public events.
The lectures typically last about 50 minutes, followed by a brief period for Q&A after the presentation by the speaker. After the Q&A, speakers are generally available for one-on-one discussion with members of the audience during an informal reception. For more information contact Pastor Westermeyer at
twestermeyer@spdlc.org or visit
www.faith-and-life.org or
www.facebook.com/faith-and-life.
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