Learn More...at Home
Christianity is a journey, one where we learn more, and grow and change as we experience God in our lives and in the lives of our neighbors. St. Michael's offers several ways to learn more about the Episcopal Church, the Bible, and living into our promise to love God, love our neighbors, and love ourselves.
During this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, we as a faith community are not able to gather for in-person worship and formation. We are, however, still able to gather with each other online, with God in private study and prayer, and, when reasonably safe, in small groups to learn and live our faith. Information on this page includes resources on how to practice your faith at home, information on our current online classes, and guides for study and prayer at home.
During this time of the COVID-19 pandemic, we as a faith community are not able to gather for in-person worship and formation. We are, however, still able to gather with each other online, with God in private study and prayer, and, when reasonably safe, in small groups to learn and live our faith. Information on this page includes resources on how to practice your faith at home, information on our current online classes, and guides for study and prayer at home.
Learn More This Lent
Lent is a season of preparation, of prayer, of self-examination and repentance, and of reading and meditating on God's holy Word. This year, we invite all to use these online resources to deepen our faith and prayer.
We invite you to join us in the season of Lent with at-home Bible study and activities that strengthen us in our journey with Christ.
Lenten Micropractices offers daily practices to guide you on your Lenten journey. Engage with the practices when and how you can. There is no right or wrong way to do them. You are no more or less holy by doing them all or only a few. Feel free to adjust the practice of the day to better fit yourself or the members of your household. To help your Lenten micro practices, we offer a daily calendar and a booklet, both of which can be easily printed at home. Sign up for our weekly newsletter to get additional downloadable materials each week of Lent.
Bless This Mess - Each week of Lent has a set of illustrated cards: each Sunday outlines a simple candlelight service, including a confession, words from scripture, a bite-sized meditation, and a blessing; then there are five cards for each week that feature simple, engaging daily practices to try as we travel the road to the empty tomb. From caring for God’s creation to fighting for racial justice and equality, the calendar’s themes and activities are both accessible and challenging for all ages. Conversation starters over tea, things to remember, and concrete daily practices round out this resource, helping to ensure that this Lent, we connect with each other, work toward repairing God’s world, and look ahead to the new life of Easter morning. here to download the cards and instructions for printing.
A River thru The Desert - Each week of Lent, St. George's College in Jerusalem offers a virtual pilgrimage through the Holy Land. The Dean of St. George's shares a written reflection, a study guide, and a video focusing on different geographical locales of the Holy Land.
Lent Madness - It's the Saintly Smackdown that's been going strong for a decade. The format is simple - 32 saints are placed into a tournament-like single elimination bracket. Each pairing remains open for a set period of time and Who will win the Golden Halo?people vote for their favorite saint. 16 saints make it to the Round of the Saintly Sixteen; eight advance to the Round of the Elate Eight; four make it to the Faithful Four; two to the Championship; and the winner is awarded the coveted Golden Halo. The first round consists of basic biographical information about each of the 32 saints. Things get a bit more interesting in the subsequent rounds as we offer quotes and quirks, explore legends, and even move ino the area of saintly kitsch. To learn more about this year's saints and to vote each day, visit Lent Madness.
Daily Evening Prayer - Evening Prayer (part of the Daily Office or daily works of prayer) is among the oldest Christian prayer traditions. This Lent, various faith communities in the Diocese will offer Evening Prayer each evening in Lent, beginning with Ash Wednesday.
Illustrated Ministry provides weekly resources, including a Bible story, coloring pages, and creative activities for children, youth and adults for each Sunday. Check This Weekend at St. Michael's or click here for the most recent Sunday activity pages.
Learn More about The Episcopal Church
Walk in Love
Tuesday evenings, March 9 – April 6, 2021 7:00-8:30 p.m. via Zoom
Tuesday evenings, March 9 – April 6, 2021 7:00-8:30 p.m. via Zoom
Walk in Love is an exciting opportunity to learn more about our Episcopalian way of life. Leading theologians will teach us about the liturgical year, habits of daily prayer, Anglican spirituality, and how prayer shapes our beliefs. This class, offered by the Episcopal Diocese of Lexington, will meet five times on Zoom, Tuesday nights from 7-8:30pm March 9 – April 6. Each meeting will include short teaching sessions from leading theologians and small group discussions designed to help us see our faith in new ways and live more fully into it.
This class is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church. Click here to register.
This class is based on the book, Walk in Love by Scott Gunn and Melody Wilson Shobe. The book is not required for this class but is optional if you would like to take your studies a bit deeper.
This class is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about the Episcopal Church. Click here to register.
This class is based on the book, Walk in Love by Scott Gunn and Melody Wilson Shobe. The book is not required for this class but is optional if you would like to take your studies a bit deeper.
Learn More about The Bible
St. Michael's offers two regular Bible studies that currently meet via Zoom - a Friday morning Bible study and a Saturday morning Bible study. For more information or to get a Zoom link, please contact the Church Office.
