There are several ways to join St. Michael's.  If you are already an Episcopalian, contact the Parish Office to initiate a membership transfer from your current church.  We can also initiate a transfer from some other denominations.  Others may join a Catechumenate class.

Christian Formation

St. Michael's approaches education as an intentional, relational and life-long process - the responsibility of the individual, the family, and the church.  In the endeavor to know, understand, live and witness our faith, we offer people of all ages bible studies, support groups and spiritual development groups.  Classes meet on Sunday and throughout the week.  Check our Events List (or Calendar) for locations and times.

Our children, from the first contact with a Nursery Caregiver, through the time they reach adulthood are learning from those around them.  The Christian Formation Committee, the caregivers, instructors, counselors, and others who make contact with our children and youth strive to provide an age appropriate activities, guidance and environment so they may develop into adult Christians with the knowledge and character to face challenges of the future church.

Vacation Church School is offered during the last week of July.  Children entering kindergarten thru fifth grade experience a week of music, stories, crafts and surprises. 

Building on the strength of our Godly Play program, and adding the “Theological Reflection” model from EfM to explore issues and stories more deeply, we offer a program that is appealing to our middle school and high school students.

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St. Michael's offers opportunities for adults to explore holy scriptures, current events and spirituality in small groups.  We offers these classes on several days of the week.  Explore and strengthen your faith.  For more information or to join one of these groups contact the parish office.

Each season, the Contemplative Studies Class studies a book on contemplative issues. The class meets in the EfM room at 9:00 AM Sundays.

This group meets at 10:00 AM in the Chapter Room.  The lectionary is designed to develop themes important to understanding the ministry of Jesus, and the scripture's relationship to other aspects of Christian faith.

This class is a place for parents and others to meet and discuss a variety of issues from basic discipline and helping children find God.

All men are invited to a Bible study and discussion each Saturday at 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM in the Chapter room.  The readings are from each week's Sunday Lectionary texts.

Mother Laurie hosts short-term guided studies and discussions on a variety of faith issues. 

Education for Ministry (EfM) is a structured, four-year course offered through the School of Theology at Sewanee, The University of the South for those who wish to participate in an in-depth theological education course with a certified mentor. Course content includes the Old Testament, New Testament, Christian Passages and Theological Choices. While the academic material is substantial, the focus is on seeing one’s life as ministry and reflecting on that ministry.  Programs begin each fall.

This group meets each Sunday evening to discuss books on various topics, selecting about one book per season.  For its next set of readings, the group has selected The Greatest Prayer:  Rediscovering the Revolutionary Message of the Lord’s Prayer by John Dominic Crossan.  We will begin discussion of this book on January 15, 2012 at 7 PM in the E.F.M. Room.  All are welcome.  If you have questions please call Clint Collins, 269-5246. 

PEACE is a fellowship and support group for parents dealing with challenges involving their adult children.  PEACE meets in the Chapter Room one Sunday a month following the 11:15 service for a potluck sandwich/salad lunch, discussion and prayer.

At St. Michael’s, Christ's nourishing gifts of love and hospitality are given, received, and extended to all.  Everyone is encouraged to fully participate in this community.  Some parishioners who are or who support GLBT persons participate in the Diocese Integrity Chapter.

Daughters of the King is an Episcopal order for women dedicated to a discipline of prayer supporting the clergy and evangelism.  DOK is dedicated to spreading Christ’s Kingdom and strengthening the spiritual life.  The chapter meets one Sunday a month over a bag lunch to share prayer requests and concerns.