Inquirers Class
What’s Inquirers Class?
The Inquirers Class, offered twice-yearly, is a basic introduction to the Episcopal Church and St. Paul’s Church here in Fayetteville. It is also a way to prepare for Confirmation, Reception into the Episcopal Church, or Reaffirmation of your baptismal vows during the Bishop’s visitation in May.
Our textbook is Your Faith, Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church by Jenifer Gamber.
Please have this book with you in class, as the leader may want to refer to it within the discussion.
Books are available through St. Paul’s bookstore for $25. Checks can be mailed to St. Paul’s with Inquirers in the memo line. To pay online, be sure to select “Bookstore” from the dropdown menu.
Fall 2025 Inquirers
Begins Sunday, September 7
When & Where
Sundays, 10:00 a.m.
South Parish Hall
Textbook
Your Faith, Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church by Jenifer Gamber
How to Join
Course Schedule
September 7, 2025
Ethos
Introduction
Teacher: Evan D. Garner
September 14, 2025
Baptismal Identity
Chapter 1: Beginnings, pp. 1-30
Teacher: Charles G. Martin
September 21, 2025
No Class - Tippy McMichael Lecture
September 28, 2025
Scripture
Chapter 2: Bible Stories, pp. 31-56
Teacher: Sara M. Milford
October 5, 2025
Church History: Part I
Chapter 3: History, pp. 57-76
Teacher: Elliott West
October 12, 2025
Church History: Part II
Chapter 3: History, pp. 57-76
Teacher: Elliott West
October 19, 2025
Faith & Creeds
Chapter 4: Faith, pp. 77-94
Teacher: Evan D. Garner
October 26, 2025
No Class - Celebration Sunday
November 2, 2025
Polity & The Anglican Communion
Chapter 5: Navigating the Church, pp. 95-118
Teacher: Sara M. Milford
November 9, 2025
Baptismal Covenant & Spiritual Gifts
Chapter 6: Ministry, pp. 119-140
Teacher: Lora J. Walsh
November 16, 2025
No Class - Capital Campaign Kick-off
November 23, 2025
Prayer, Daily Office, & Rule of Life
Chapter 7: Spirituality, pp. 141-164
Teacher: Charles G. Martin
November 30, 2025
No Class - Thanksgiving Weekend
December 7, 2025
BCP & Worship
Chapter 8 Worship, pp. 165-186
Teacher: Lora Walsh
December 14, 2025
Sacraments & Tour of the Church
Chapter 9: Sacraments, pp. 187-207
Teacher: Evan D. Garner
May 3, 2026
Confirmation Rehearsal & Reception
10:00 a.m.
May 4, 2026
Confirmation Services
7:30, 8:45, 11:00 a.m.