Do you have questions about what it means to be a Christian, particularly an Episcopal (Anglican) Christian? There is more to the Episcopal faith than just sitting in the pews on a Sunday morning. Get involved and be inspired by your faith. The Episcopal Church has so much to offer and we want our congregation members to experience the true colors of our faith tradition.

This fall, St. Andrew’s is offering a model of radical hospitality with an eight-week program inviting people to come together for a meal, to watch a video and have a small group discussion about a variety of topics of interest to Anglican Christians. The video series is entitled "Via Media". Via media is a tool that presents the basic tenets of Christianity from an inclusive, Anglican approach to scripture, tradition, and reason that leads the participants to a broader view of the faith journey and the role that the Church can play in society. The Seekers Group meets every Wednesday at 5:30 pm in the Von Holt Room.

Education for Ministry (EFM), a four year extension course offered by the School of Theology, University of the South (Sewannee, TN) will begin its 12th consecutive year this fall at St. Andrew's. In short, the purpose of this adult study course is to help participants find their own "theological" voice and become better prepared to live out their ministries. All six of last year's students are planning to continue at their next level. Our Diocese sponsors the EFM program which will allow us to keep the tuition (payable to the Univ. of the South) at $325 for this year. Student committments are made on a yearly basis.

The multi-level class meets weekly for approximately 2 1/2 hours over nine months, and has been meeting on Thursday evenings at the Cathedral. Actual starting date (October) and class evening will be reviewed with this year's interested students. The curriculumn, which involves a substantial amount of reading, class discussion & theological reflection, is mentored by trained facilitators. Our goal will be to complete enrollment by the end of August. Please be in touch with either John Condrey (message - 484.2965) or Canon Jenny Wallace (524-2822, ext 220).