Adult CHRISTIAN FORMATION & EdUCATION

ADULT CHRISTIAN FORMATION CLASSES

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


There are no Christian Formation classes on  Easter Sunday (March 31)


Upcoming Adult Christian Formation Presenters:


April 7 - “What the Builder Rejected: The Sacramental Stones” Presented by Jim Zingarelli

I’ve been carving in stone for 40 years now and I continue to take particular interest in repurposing stone that was originally intended for industrial use (floors, sinks, countertops), reinventing it in some aesthetic meaningful way, where the stone references anew its earthy origins and perhaps reminds us that we too, as “dust” can find redemption.  I’m also often looking to create work that has some interactive element, where the viewer becomes more of a participant.  During the Adult Ed hour,  I will be discussing how I came to make a set of some 200 “Sacramental Stones” which each of us will be using for both Eucharistic services.  Please note: these are not meant in any way, to be “magic” stones, but instead physical metaphors in the context of Eucharist and reflection. 


April 14 & 21 - “Rejoice Now, all you Heavenly Legions of Angels:” The Story of the Easter Exultet Presented by Dr. Tom Kelly

Two talks about the mysteries of the Paschal candle on Easter eve, and the wonderful illustrated scrolls, ambos, carved candlesticks, and musical sounds that arose in the Middle Ages. Plenty of pictures and sound; and lots of bees!


April 28 - Liesl Smith


May 5, 12, & 19 - Joanna Kline


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 TBA soon! 






Other Learning Opportunities

  • Easter Book Study: Passions of the Soul

    Father Patrick hopes you will join him for this seven-week series on Rowan Williams's brand new book Passions of the Soul, which can be ordered from Amazon or your favorite local bookseller.  About the book: "In Passions of the Soul, Rowan Williams opens up the great classics of Eastern Christian writing to show how it can help us to understand and cope with the ups and downs of modern life.  With compelling and illuminating insight, he shows the cost of living in a culture that is theologically and philosophically undernourished, working with a diminished and trivialized picture of the human self.  The Eastern tradition teaches us how to develop our self-knowledge and awareness, so that we can relate to the world without selfish illusions.  Only then can we be ready for our eyes to be opened to God, and avoid destructive patterns of behavior.  Only in this way can we understand the kind of people we need to become."  We will meet in the Youth Room under the Chapel at 6:15 PM on Thursdays April 4-May 16. Please let Father Patrick know if you'd like to be part of the group.

  • 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 Spiritual Direction Group

    We will meet once a month on the 2nd Saturday at 9:30-11:30 a.m.
    This will be a time of quiet in which to ponder the direction our relationship with God is taking in our lives. There will be a meditation followed by silence during which we can write and/or pray about whatever comes into our minds and hearts.  There will then be a short time to talk about our experience.
    If you are interested, please contact the group leader, parishioner, Judy Norton
    .

  • Stephen Ministry Training

    Christ Church offers a 50 hour Stephen Ministry training course each year. The class meets twice per month September - June. 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.


    If you would like to learn more, please contact: Mother Susan

  • "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.


    To learn more, please contact: Mother Susan


    MATERIALS:

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