Adult Education

Adult Education at St. Mary’s

Sunday Mornings
9:30 AM-10:15 AM


2026 St. Mary's Lenten Lecture Series

Five Sundays: February 22-March 22

9:30 AM in Randolph Memorial Hall

We are pleased to present an outstanding lineup of speakers for this year’s Lenten Lecture Series. Each will offer a unique perspective on theology and the shared journey of faith. During this reflective season, we invite you to join us for thoughtful conversation and spiritual growth. This series is also a wonderful opportunity to invite a friend to experience the welcoming community of St. Mary’s.


  • February 22: The Rev. Dr. Rob MacSwain  Saints as Divine Evidence: The Hagiological Argument for the Existence of God.  Rev. MacSwain will also be our guest preacher at the 10:30 AM service.
  • March 1: The Rev. Dr. Reed Carlson  Does God Pick Favorites? The Challenge of Election in Scripture
  • March 8: Scott McWaters  Genesis and the Art of Inversion
  • March 15: The Rt. Rev. Kee Sloan  Shaping Our Faith with Storytelling and Imagination.   Bishop Sloan will also be our guest preacher at the 10:30 AM service.
  • March 22: The Rev. Dr. Russ Levenson The Best Tool in the Disciple’s Toolbox

Rector Bible Studies

September-May

Both groups are offered via Microsoft Teams.

  • Women’s Bible Study: Wednesdays at 10:10 AM in Randolph Memorial Hall
  • Men’s Bible Study: Tuesdays at 7:10 AM in Room 309


  Email Melodie Elam to be added to the email list for study notes and Teams link.

Other Opportunities

Adult Confirmation Classes

Defining the Episcopal Tradition: from Aumbry to Zabriskie 
Four Sundays Beginning February 22 / Noon-1:30 PM / Room 309 *
This conversation will prepare you for reception, confirmation, or reaffirmation when the Bishop visits St Mary's on April 19. Facilitated by Richard Ahlquist and Huey Gardner. 

  • February 22:  History of the Episcopal Church (and what it has given to us and the world)
  • March 1:  Using the Book of Common Prayer to Shape Your Spiritual Life
  • March 8:  Baptism and Eucharist: Foundations of Our Faith
  • March 15:  Polity and Decision-Making in the Anglican Way

* Our first meeting on February 22 will be in ROOM 307; all others will be in Room 309.


Bible & Book Study for Women:

Tuesdays beginning February 3

1:00-2:00 PM/ Level 3 Atrium

This will be a discussion-based gathering. We’ll begin with a study of Liturgy of the Ordinary by Tish Harrison Warren. Copies are available for purchase on the table outside of Randolph Memorial Hall. Questions? Contact Katie Dewees. 


Devoted Small Group for Women:

Tuesdays

9:15-10:30 AM / Room 307

This gathering involves group discussion and sharing, rather than a lecture format. We delve into scripture, devotionals, and Christian literature.    We invite you to drop in and experience it for yourself.  We welcome any and all! Give it a try! Please contact Kaki O’Flinn  for more details.