Formation
Formation
Formation
Build Community and Deepen Your Relationship With God
We can’t practice our faith alone – relationships are the heart of the church. Consider one of the following opportunities offered throughout the year to build relationships within the community and grow as a follower of Jesus.
Formation Opportunities
Episcopal 101 and 201
Beginning Sunday, September 22 | 9:15 a.m. in the Heritage Room
This course is for anyone who is simply interested in who we are as a church, as well as for those who are considering membership in the Cathedral or Confirmation in the Episcopal Church. Episcopal 101 is more introductory, and 201 going more in depth. You are welcome to join one or both.
Way of Love
Beginning Tuesday, October 29 | 6:30 p.m. on Zoom
Do you wonder how to follow Jesus in a world in need of hope? The Way of Love invites us to learn practical disciplines that remind us of God’s Love for us and the invitation to share this Love with others. This small group is a great way to learn the steps to deepen your faith journey as well as get to know fellow Saint Markans. The 6-week series will be Tuesdays, October 29-December 3 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Zoom. Group leaders are Joan Olson and Lois Satterberg.
The Round Table
Beginning Wednesday, October 15 | 6 p.m.
One of the most important fellowship and learning opportunities is our annual series of Round Table discussions.
Dates and Topics:
- October 15 – The Experience of Being Served
- October 23 – How Not to Serve
- October 30 – The Experience of Serving
Members of the St. Mark’s community will lead these sessions. Plan to come to learn, fellowship, and, as always enjoy wine, cheese, and wonderful soup!
Gospel Based Discipleship
This is a small group opportunity that combines study of Scripture with reflection on our spiritual lives. Focusing on the Gospel selection prescribed for the upcoming Sunday, we ask three questions, reading the passage each time. We meet every Friday at 12:15 p.m. via Zoom. Click the "Learn More" link below for the Zoom link and more information.
Godly Play
Godly Play | An approach to spiritual engagement, learning and discovery based in sacred stories of Christianity, spiritual practices, and Montessori principles.
Godly Play for Children 3 years through 3rd Grade, every Sunday and in person at 9:15 – 10:15 a.m., St Mark’s Children’s Hall.
Children's Chapel
Children's Chapel takes place during the 10:30 a.m. service. Prior to the sermon, children are invited to come down to the front and follow our children's chapel leaders to the Whipple Chapel. Parents may join their children or allow them to leave on their own.
During this time, children are taught an age-appropriate lesson based on the readings for the day before returning to the regular service during the passing of the peace.
Upcoming Events
Newcomers Gathering
The next St. Mark’s Newcomers’ Connection gathering will be held at the Cathedral following the 10:30 service Sunday, July 28. This 45-minute gathering is an opportunity to become better acquainted…
July’s Common Reading & Sharing Opportunity
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Safeguarding God’s Children and Adults
Safeguarding God’s Children and Adults is a commitment that all of us share. The Episcopal Church requires ministry leaders and key holders to attend training sessions. Due to the importance…
Newcomers Gathering
The next St. Mark’s Newcomers’ Connection gathering will be held at the Cathedral following the 10:30 service Sunday, September 8. This 45-minute gathering is an opportunity to become better acquainted…
The Call to Gather – Fall Potluck
We begin our new program year focused on the theme of The Call to Serve. We will have a ministry fair where you will be able to speak to representatives…
Sheriff Witt Listening Session
Saint Mark’s has the opportunity to host a listening session with Hennepin County Sheriff Witt. The Sheriff is wanting to learn more about the needs, perspective, and hopes of community…
Community of Hope International Opening Gathering
COMMUNITY OF HOPE INTERNATIONAL is a curriculum for pastoral care training especially developed for Episcopal communities by the Reverend Helen Appelberg in 1994. A number of churches in the Diocese…
FORUM – Wells Foundation Update
Hear from Martha Hoover of the Wells Foundation. Wells Foundation is an independent non-profit formed by Saint Markans as the charitable arm of the church, with an endowment provided by…
