Fall Inquirers Class
Begins Sunday, September 19, 2021
10:00 am • Conference Room
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.
If you're new to St. Paul's or you're interested in learning more about The Episcopal Church, you're invited to join us and see what you think.
Textbook
Your Faith, Your Life: An Invitation to the Episcopal Church by Jenifer Gamber
Sign up
Please email Samantha Clare to register.
COURSE OUTLINE
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Welcome & Ethos
The Rev. Evan D. Garner
Introduction: Transforming Questions, pp. 1-14
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Baptismal Identity
Samantha Clare
Chapter 1: Beginnings, pp. 15-30
Sunday, October 3, 2021
Scripture
The Rev. Dr. Lora Walsh
Chapter 2: Bible Stories, pp. 31-56
Sunday, October 10, 2021
Church History: Part I
Dr. Elliott West
Chapter 3: History, pp. 57-76
Sunday, October 17, 2021
Church History: Part II
Dr. Elliott West
Chapter 3: History, pp. 57-76
Sunday, October 24, 2021
Celebration Sunday: No Class
Sunday, October 31, 2021
Faith & Creeds
The Rev. Dr. Nathan Haydon
Chapter 4: Faith, pp. 77-94
Sunday, November 7, 2021
Polity & Anglican Communion
The Rev. Dr. Lora Walsh
Chapter 5: Navigating the Church, pp. 95-118
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Baptismal Covenant & Spiritual Gifts
Emma Mitchell
Chapter 6: Ministry, pp. 119-40
Sunday, November 21, 2021
Prayer, Daily Office, Rule of Life
The Rev. Suzanne Stoner
Chapter 7: Spirituality, pp. 141-64
Sunday, November 28, 2021
BCP & Worship
The Rev. Adelyn Tyler
Chapter 8: Worship, pp. 165-86
Sunday, December 5, 2021
Sacraments
The Rev. Evan D. Garner
Chapter 9: Sacraments, pp. 187-207