Adult Ministries
Sometimes church people think that once they get passed confirmation classes there’s relatively little they need to learn about their faith. We would disagree. Exploring the Christian faith is a lifelong task. As we grow and experience new things, our understanding of God also changes.
On Sundays we have coffee hour and conversation in our Parish Hall following the 8am service (usually at 8:50). This informal time allows for further discussion of the sermon, other events in our parish life, or just connecting with one another.
Following our 10am service each Sunday, we host Adult Faith Formation, or Adult Forums, in our Parish Hall, studying and discussing together a variety of topics over coffee and snacks. In the past, we’ve explored topics like The Dead Sea Scrolls, Islam, and have had a basic introduction to the Bible. We’ve had classes on the history of the Church of England, what happens at Eucharist and the Hope of the Resurrection. Sometimes we use videos or have speakers either from within our congregation or from outside organizations.
Adult Forums in Lent 2026:
During the first three weeks in March, we will be exploring Cultivating Healing and Wholeness through the Living Compass devotionals.
March 1st – Biblical stories of healing and how they apply in our lives
March 8th – Physical healing and wholeness in heart, soul, strength and mind. Looking at when we can be strong and when we need help
March 15th – Extending healing and wholeness to all – how we can extend God’s love out in ever-widening circles
On March 22nd, we’ll be exploring how Jesus responded to the provocative (both then and now) question, “Who is My Neighbor?”.
Additionally, we’ll offer studies in the evenings or on Saturdays from time to time. Recently we’ve done a session exploring near-death experiences and one on the connections between faith and film.
Our Men’s Group meets each Thursday at 7am at the Lost Shoe coffee house in Marlborough and 4pm in our Parish Hall, and all are welcome!
Our Women’s Bible/Book Study meets Wednesdays online. Reach out to our parish office (office @ stmarks-sb.org) for more info!