Adult Formation at the Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew. The Journey is an organized process for welcoming, supporting and caring for people and for providing a place where the human story and God's story can be heard and told. The Journey meets weekly throughout the year.
Education For Ministry (E.F.M.) is a 4 year course which meets weekly in one year terms from late September– May. Persons enrolled in E.F.M. will learn theological reflection, and will study scripture, church history, and theology.
Bible Study meets at 10:15AM each Wednesday. Folks are welcome to drop in at any time. The group studies a book of the Bible or a theme from the Bible.
Centering Prayer groups meet weekly to practice contemplative prayer.
Spiritual Direction is available to individuals by appointment to those seeking to deepen their personal relationship with God.
Other Opportunities
Programs, prayer groups, and seasonal opportunities are offered throughout the church year.
St. Andrew’s Youth The curriculum foundation is “Journey to Adulthood”, a parish based program of spiritual formation for young people. Our youth are also involved in parish and diocesan programs.
Church School
During the school year, St. Andrew’s offers Godly Play, a Montessori based method of Christian education and spiritual direction primarily for children aged 2- 12.
During the summer, a children meet together to explore the themes of personal prayer (June), the Eucharist (July), and service (August).
Vacation Bible School
This year’s theme is “All in The Family, Celebrating God’s creativity and love witnessed in families of all shapes and sizes in the world”. It will be held on August 15 – 19, 2005. The program is from 9:00 to 2:30 and includes daily field trips.
Nursery
The nursery is open from 9:30 to 11:30 each Sunday morning. Older infants and toddlers experience a loving Christian environment with chances to play with other children, and to hear stories about Jesus. This sets the foundation for all that follows. Our nursery staff includes trained adults and teens who care for toddlers and children up to age 4.
Seasonal Activities
St. Andrew’s offers a variety of programs for people of all ages throughout the year. These range from a Seder Meal to our Annual Parish Weekend.
You are invited to join in any of these events and programs. Please contact Jenny Wallace, the Director of Christian Formation for more information. Just phone (524-2822 ext. 220) or email jennywallace@hawaii.rr.com.