Christian Education Course Catalog
Gateway Classes: 2008 - 2009

A gateway to belonging at St. Mark’s
Seeking new life through our stories–transforming our relationships within the world

Life, Community, and Faith (LCF)

Participation in LCF is an experience that most St. Mark’s parishioners have shared. LCF is an exploration of how our stories are reflected in the Christian story, and the ways we seek to connect that story to ourselves, to others and to God.

LCF Fall 2008
Wednesdays: October 1 – December 10 (no class November 26)
Weekends: October 17 – 19 & December 5 – 7

LCF Spring 2009
Tuesdays: February 3 – April 7
Weekends: February 20 – 22 & March 27 – 29

Introduction to St. Mark's

This one-day class provides an overview of life at St. Mark’s. The class provides an opportunity for newcomers to learn about significant aspects of our church life from the clergy and lay leaders representing Christian Education, worship, outreach and the arts. Dinner provided, child care upon request.

Sunday’s, 2:00 - 7:00 PM. in the Parish Hall:

Summer 2008: July 13
Fall 2008: September 28
Winter 2009: January 25
Spring 2009: April 26

What’s an Episcopalian?

This course is designed to provide a lens through which class members examine the promises and commitments involved in becoming a confirmed communicant in the Episcopal Church. The course also covers the history and traditions of the Episcopal Church and key elements of our worship experience.

Winter 2009: Tuesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27
Spring 2009: Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 9, 26

Baptism

This course is for parents who are planning to present their children for Baptism. Functionally oriented, the class examines parenting issues that are posed by our Liturgy of Baptism.

Baptism: November 2, 2008 & January 18, 2009
Classes: Sunday’s, October 5, 12, 19, 26

Baptism: May 3, 2009
Classes: Sunday’s, March 15, 22, 29, April 5

Baptism: May 31, 2009
Classes: Sunday’s, May 3, 10, 17, 24

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