Episcopal 101 Class, Sunday, January 22 at 9:45 am

On January 22, at 9:45 am, the Christian formation class will be Episcopal 101, Introduction to St. Nicholas, led by Father Jeff. We hope to have everybody there, from the founding members of St. Nicholas to our most recent newcomers!

Are you new to St. Nicholas? Are you new to the Episcopal style of faith and worship? Are you a long-time Episcopalian who needs a jumpstart on why we do things the way we do them? Then you need to join our Episcopal 101 class! This monthly class is a perfect place to learn more about our church and what makes us unique as Episcopalians. Each month, we explore different topics that are important to us. This month, we’ll be talking about how St. Nicholas got started. If you are thinking about becoming an Episcopalian, this class is very important. If you want more information, please contact Father Jeff.

Instructed Eucharist, Thursday, November 17, 6:30pm

Ever wonder why we do the things we do in worship? Why do we cross ourselves? What is that poncho-thing the priest wears? Why do we stand, sit and kneel so much? An instructed Eucharist is the place to find out! Fr. Jeff will lead this special service on Thursday, November 17, at 6:30pm. Instead of a sermon, the service includes periods of explanations about the different aspects of our liturgy.

All are welcome to come! This also serves as the November Episcopal 101 class! Come with your questions!

Episcopal 101 This Thursday, September 15 at 6:30pm

Episcopal 101 meets THIS THURSDAY, September 15 at 6:30 pm.

This month’s Episcopal 101 will focus on that nagging question in the back of your mind — “What is God Calling Me to Do?”
Are you new to St. Nicholas? Are you new to the Episcopal style of faith and worship? Are you a long-time Episcopalian who needs a jumpstart on why we do things the way we do them? Then you need to join our Episcopal 101 class! This monthly class is a perfect place to learn more about our church and what makes us unique as Episcopalians. Each month, we explore different topics that are important to us. If you are thinking about becoming an Episcopalian, this class is very important.

Musical Episcopal 101

Episcopal 101 Thursday, July 21, 6:30pm

This month’s Episcopal 101 will focus on music! Sam Roney, our music director, will lead the class to inform you on our musical tradition in the Episcopal Church and at St. Nicholas and to get your thoughts on how music is important to you in worship. Don’t worry, you don’t have to sing in this session! All are welcome!

Are you new to St. Nicholas? Are you new to the Episcopal style of faith and worship? Are you a long- time Episcopalian who needs a jumpstart on why we do things the way we do them? Then you need to join our Episcopal 101 class! This monthly class is a perfect place to learn more about our church and what makes us unique as Episcopalians. Each month, we explore different topics that are important to us. If you are thinking about becoming an Episcopalian, this class is very important. If you want more information, please contact Fr. Jeff.

Gotta Have Faith-Episcopal 101 This Thursday

Episcopal 101 Thursday, June 16 6:30pm

This month’s Episcopal 101 will focus on the concept of faith. How do you get faith? What do you do with it once you get it? Can you increase faith, or does God give you a set amount? Join us as we talk about our faith!

Are you new to St. Nicholas? Are you new to the Episcopal style of faith and worship? Are you a long-time Episcopalian who needs a jumpstart on why we do things the way we do them? Then you need to join our Episcopal 101 class! This monthly class is a perfect place to learn more about our church and what makes us unique as Episcopalians. Each month, we explore different topics that are important to us. If you are thinking about becoming an Episcopalian, this class is very important. If you want more information, please contact Fr. Jeff at fatherjeff@stnicholashamilton.org.

Devotion for Friday, June 3

Below you’ll find a brief liturgy from the Book of Common Prayer called Daily Devotion, as well as the readings for today. Choose one reading to focus on, or if you want, read all three. Pace yourself. Don’t blow through the readings or the prayers. Ponder them. Ask yourself what God might be trying to say to you at this very moment. If you have questions about the meaning of a text, or the context,  e-mail me or comment below.

Daily Devotion for June 3, 2011 Read more

Tags: devotion, episcopal 101, meditation, prayer

Episcopal 101-Church History

Episcopal 101, Thursday, May 19, 6:30pm:

This month’s Episcopal 101 will focus on the history of the Episcopal Church. Did we really get started over something as smarmy as a divorce? What’s up with that? Come find out how we have developed and how our history informs who we are today.

Are you new to St. Nicholas? Are you new to the Episcopal style of faith and worship? Are you a long-time Episcopalian who needs a jumpstart on why we do things the way we do them? Then you need to join our Episcopal 101 class! This monthly class is a perfect place to learn more about our church and what makes us unique as Episcopalians. Each month, we explore different topics that are important to us. If you are thinking about becoming an Episcopalian, this class is very important. If you want more information, please contact Fr. Jeff.

Episcopal 101 after Maundy Thursday Service

Our next E101 class is this Thursday, April 21, which is Maundy Thursday. Maundy means “commandment,” which refers to Jesus’ new commandment to us to “love one another as [he] loves us.” The service will start at 6:30pm. It is one of the most beautiful and dramatic liturgies in the Episcopal church. It includes a service of footwashing, where the congregation is invited to engage in that loving act of serving one another by washing each other’s feet. Then, at the end of the service, we have the “stripping of the altar” where everything goes dark and everything is taken away from the altar, much like that time where Jesus is stripped of his garments. It’s beautiful, sad, and holy.

After the service, we will meet for 30 or so minutes to reflect on the service and how it relates to how Episcopalians see Scripture, especially the New Testament. No liturgy better illustrates this than Maundy Thursday.

It will be a great evening, so please come and be a part of it. Hope to see you then! Our class in May will be on the 19th at 6:30 and we’ll be looking at the history of the Episcopal Church. Mark you calendar now!

Episcopal 101 Change This Month

Episcopal 101, Tuesday, March 15, 6:30pm: NOTE CHANGE OF NIGHT!

Scripture is vital to who we are as Episcopalians. The Bible is more than just ancient tales, it’s a rich library that tells the story of God interacting with his beloved Creation. In many ways, we are continuing that story today. But it’s important to read the Bible on our journey with God. In this month’s Episcopal 101, we will start by looking at the Old Testament, which for some Christians is a difficult part of the Bible. Fr. Tom Jones will be with us as well to lead the discussion. Episcopal 101 is for all newcomers, long-timers, and anyone who has questions! If you want more information, please contact Fr. Jeff.

Episcopal 101 This Thursday - Baptism & Confirmation

Join us as we discuss the sacraments of baptism and confirmation and why they are important to who we are as Episcopalians. Are you new to St. Nicholas? Are you new to the Episcopal style of faith and worship? Are you a longtime Episcopalian who needs a jumpstart on why we do things the way we do them? Then you need to
join our Episcopal 101 class! This monthly class is a perfect place to learn more about our church and what makes us unique as Episcopalians. Each month, we explore different topics that are important to us. If you are thinking about becoming an Episcopalian, this class is very important. It’s also a great way to meet other new folks to St. Nicholas! If you want more information, please contact Fr. Jeff.

Above and below are two videos by the Rev. Matthew Moretz about the sacraments of baptism and confirmation. Check ‘em out!

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