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 2024 Inquirers
Begins Sunday, September 15
When & Where
Sundays, 10:00 am
South Parish Hall
Textbook
Your Faith, Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church by Jenifer Gamber
How to Join
Course Schedule
September 15, 2024
Welcome & Ethos
Introduction, pp. 1-14
The Rev. Sara Milford
September 22, 2024
Baptismal Identity
Chapter 1: Beginnings, pp. 15-30
Jonathan Leonard
September 29, 2024
Scripture
Chapter 2: Bible Stories, pp. 31-56
The Rev. Dr. Lora Walsh
October 6, 2024
Tippy Lecture
No Class
October 13, 2024
Polity & Anglican Communion
Chapter 5: Navigating the Church, pp. 95-118
The Rev. Sara Milford
October 20, 2024
Church History: Part I
Chapter 3: History, pp. 57-76
Dr. Elliott West
October 27, 2024
Celebration Sunday
No Class
November 3, 2024
Faith & Creeds
Chapter 4: Faith, pp. 77-94
The Rev. Evan D. Garner
November 10, 2024
Church History: Part II
Chapter 3: History, pp. 57-76
Dr. Elliott West
November 17, 2024
Baptismal Covenant & Spiritual Gifts
Chapter 6: Ministry, pp. 119-140
Beth Maze
November 24, 2024
Prayer, Daily Office, Rule of Life
Chapter 7: Spirituality, pp. 141-164
The Rev. Sara Milford
December 1, 2024
Thanksgiving Weekend
No Class
December 8, 2024
BCP & Worship
Chapter 8: Worship, pp. 165-186
The Rev. Dr. Lora Walsh
December 15, 2024
Sacraments & Tour of Church
Chapter 9: Sacraments, pp. 187-207
The Rev. Evan D. Garner
May 3, 2025
Confirmation Rehearsal & Reception
10:00 am
May 4, 2025
Confirmation Services
7:30, 8:45, 11:00 am