Adult CHRISTIAN FORMATION & EdUCATION

OCKHAM'S KEGGER

Where Stout Ales Meet Stout Ideas! 


If you are interested in learning about and discussing issues from a Christian perspective in a casual and relaxed atmosphere, then Ockham's Kegger is for you!  This event, sponsored by Christ Church of Hamilton & Wenham, will serve up challenging ideas to anyone who likes to think deep thoughts, meet new and interesting people, and have a brew.


The next Ockham's Kegger will be on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at Backbeat Brewing Company, 31A Park Street, Beverly, MA 01915. Dr. Jason Myers, Professor of New Testament at Gordon College presents Space and Place in Early Christian Gatherings.


ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION CLASSES

at 9:15 a.m. in the Parish Hall or on Facebook Live. Coffee & tea is served.


Upcoming Topics


  • April 27 & May 4: presented by Jonathan Kline
    What writings have survived from ancient Israel apart from the Old Testament?
    In this two-week series, we’ll discuss some of the most interesting inscriptions that we have from ancient Israel and its close neighbors, exploring how they can deepen our understanding of the biblical world and how they occasionally intersect with passages of Scripture.
  • May 11: presented by Jan Carlberg
  • May 18: presented by Dr. Jason Myers - A look forward to a 2026 Pilgrimage to Greece

Recordings of previous presentations can be found on our YouTube Channel.





Other Learning Opportunities

  • Thursday Book Group

    Next book study begins on Thursday, April 24th!  Father Patrick hopes you will join him for a four-week look (6:15-7:30 p.m. in the Parish Hall) at Jesus Changes Everything: A New World Made Possible by Stanley Hauerwas.  From the back cover - "How can we make the gospel central to our lives?  For decades, Stanley Hauerwas has been provoking Christians with his insistence that if they would only follow their Master, it would impact all areas of life, from the personal to the societal.  The lanky Texan, whom Time magazine dubbed 'America's theologian' for his zinging insights into today's ethical questions, says Christians should stop bemoaning their loss of cultural and political power.  Instead, they should welcome their status as outsiders and embrace the radical alternative Jesus has had in mind for them all along.  These accessible readings selected from Hauerwas's many books will introduce a timely, prophetic voice to another generation of followers of Jesus."  Please let Father Patrick know if you're interested. Please purchase the book at your favorite book store or on Amazon.

     

  • Centering Prayer

    All are welcome for silent prayer, music, Lectio Divina, Visio Divina, and guided meditations. This is a gathering in Great Silence and Great Presence. Meetings are the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30-7:30 p.m. in the Library Meeting Room upstairs in the Church. Contact: Betsy Retallack.

  • Women's Monthly Bible STudy

    All Christ Church women are invited to participate in a new monthly Bible study, meeting on the second Monday of the month. You are welcome to come whenever you're able; no long-term commitment is necessary. We will study a Bible passage from the upcoming Sunday liturgy together and have time for fellowship and prayer. Meetings are on the second Monday of each month at 7:00-9:00 p.m. at 36 Martel Road in Hamilton. Contact Joanna Kline.

  • Stephen Ministry Training

    Christ Church offers a 50 hour Stephen Ministry training course. Participants are prepared to offer confidential, Christ-like support and care to those in crisis - whether it be from job loss, divorce or loss of a loved one. Click here for more information and a list of training topics.

  • "Going Deeper" Spirituality Groups

    We have been following the Renovaré (renewal) curriculum which has led us into rich discussions of our varied spiritual backgrounds and has prompted the sharing of new ways to come closer to Almighty God.


    MATERIALS:

    A Spiritual Formation Workbook: Small Group Resources for Nurturing Christian Growth, by James Bryan Smith. (Available through Amazon)