Christian Formation @ St. Paul's on-the-Hill

Corporate worship is the bedrock of Christian Formation. From the foundational event of Holy Baptism and in the midst of a life nurtured over the times and seasons of life at the Holy Eucharist, we engage our relationship to God. The people of St. Paul's approach the spiritual life from a wide range of perspectives and life experience. It is in reflection upon our lived experience that we see the traces of God's presence and activity.

For Episcopalians, three lenses form a nexus for this reflection:Scripture, Tradition, & Reason. This "three legged stool" as it has been called forms a dynamic tension as each of the three challenges and critiques the other. We are a church where "faith seeks understanding" and quesitons are most welcome.

Retreats, Quiet Days, Study Course, Art, and Music all have a place in the process of living a life of spiritual depth. You will find a sampling of offerings below. Feel free to contact the office for a current list of offerings.

 

 

About Education For Ministry

EFM is a comprehensive four-year program designed for laity seeking theological education. It is an extension course based on the core curriculum of the School of Theology of the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee. The program helps lay persons to gain an understanding of the Christian tradition, to learn to find God’s presence in everyday life, and to decide how to live in response to that presence. See the EFM Website for more information about the program http://www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm

EFM @ St. Paul's on-the-Hill

EFM begins every fall at St. Paul's. If you would like to be a part of a group, then call the parish office or use our "Contact Us" page to send us a note.

A Doorway to Monastic Spirituality: Holy Cross Monastery, West Park, NY

Did you know there monks and nuns in the Episcopal Church? Yes, indeed there are many orders living lives dedicated to service, prayer, and hospitality. Holy Cross is one such community. The Prior Bede Thomas Mudge, OHC writes a blog that might be of interest as a place to start exploring ( http://priorscolumn.blogspot.com/ ) Check it out!

Any number of members of the parish and friends are members of The Third Order Francisans, The Order of Julian, & more... If you are looking to go deeper with spiritual direction, a silence retreat, other types of retreats, or just a chance to rest and reflect maybe one of these paths fits for you. Feel free to direct your questions to the parish clergy.