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1307 North Main Street 
P.O. Box 416 Mount Airy, Maryland 21771
301-829-0325
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All
members are encouraged to actively participate in some on-going form of
Christian education. Often the best
way for adults to learn is to teach youngsters!
Adult
Study
currently meets each Sunday from 9:30
- 10:15 a.m. in the ed wing. The Sunday Study has
been a rewarding, learning experience for all
- Sharing of ideas related to the day's lessons has broadened the
scriptural knowledge of all participants; the outreach presentations have
enhanced our knowledge of some wonderful ministries; the book studies have given
us a chance to expand and strengthen our faith. Although some of us have a reasonable knowledge of scripture,
there are no experts. I view myself
as a facilitator, rather than a teacher; participation by all is the essence of
the Sunday Studies. Contact Jon
Fader.
Children's
Formation
meets during the
'school year' and begins at 9:30 a.m. promptly
with a brief opening service in the Parish House.
The children then go to their individual classes: pre-school class (3-4
year olds), kindergarten - 1st grade class, 2nd - 3rd
grade class, 4th - 5th grade class, a middle school
class and a high school class. Using
the Episcopal Children's Curriculum (ECC) and Episcopal Youth Curriculum (EYC),
our Sunday School year is divided into five terms.
Each term is 7 to 8 weeks long. The
curriculum, guides the weekly themes. Children are encouraged to use 'hands on' in learning
Bible stories and liturgical meaning through creative expression.
Adult assistance is always welcomed.
Parents are encouraged to take an active part.
Our Christian Education program is a success because of all the parents
and grandparents who volunteer their time and talents for our wonderful youth.
Many thanks to all!
Contact:
Carolyn Etzler and Joyce Marie Birdsall |
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The
Youth Group
(grades 6-12) currently meets regularly on the 2nd and 4th
Sundays of each month. We play
interactive games, do some Bible study, talk and eat! We have established norms of behavior for our meetings and
have worked on building our relationships.
Our goals for the coming year will be to increase fund raising, to
increase participation in Outreach opportunities and as always further our
relationship with God. We thank the
vestry, the parish and especially the parents of the youth for their support of
the youth group and its activities.
Contact
Liz Peterson or Suzanne Bricker-Wiley if you are interested in participating.
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| Cursillo
is an experience of Christian community by small groups of people meeting over a
sustained period of time. It begins
with a weekend event (generally held in the fall and spring) and continues with
small group gatherings for prayer, study and a deepening of faith.
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| Education
for Ministry
is a four-year program offering theological reflection and study of
Scripture, Church History and Liturgy, and Theology using a curriculum developed
by The School of Theology, University of the South (an Episcopal Seminary).
It has been specifically designed for lay persons to both lead and study. Several groups are available in the area.
If you'd like more information, please talk with Rev. Portia.
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| The
Journey is a nine month program for teens and adults considering Baptism,
Confirmation, Reception into the church, Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows, or who
wish to study and reflect on questions of faith. It meets weekly during the 'school year'.
Participants study the Prayer Book, Bible reflection, church history and
tradition, and liturgy. There are
ample opportunities to share doubts, questions, and revelations.
If you would like more information or are interested in participating in
this program, contact Rev. Portia |
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