Adult Spiritual Growth Class: The Holy Spirit
A class held on Sunday mornings at 9:30 in the Parish Hall
April 18: The Holy Spirit in the Christian Era: Symbols, Intellectual context, Doctrine, Isaiah's 7, Fruits of the Spirit, Charismas
April 25: Baptism, Eucharist and the Holy Spirit
May 2: Healing and the Holy Spirit
May 9: Communicating and the Holy Spirit
May 16: Ministries in the Holy Spirit
May 23: Seasons of the Holy Spirit
May 30 and the Feast of the Pentecost: Listening to the Holy Spirit
The Marriage Course
The Marriage Course is designed for couples who are already married, whether for fifty days or fifty years. It begins with a dinner, with a couple at their own table, followed by a teaching, interrupted by opportunities for the couple to discuss the issue being discussed, guided by a manual. Topics include: communication, conflict resolution, family and in-laws, expressing affection, sex, and building foundations. The course is open to anyone. Please phone the parish office for more information (412-828-9680)
Spiritual Growth for Adults
The Alpha Course began on February 3, 2010, at 6pm in the Parish Hall (although new members are allowed to join the course until March 3). Within the context of good food, a weekly joke and a completely open atmosphere of questioning, this fascinating course examines some basic questions of life: How do I overcome evil? Why and how do I pray? Does God heal today? Following each presentation, an opportunity is given within a short small group setting to ask any question or make any comment whatever. A nursery is offered whenever needed and there is no charge, although contributions to cover the cost of the food are welcome. Pre-registration is encouraged by phoning the parish office: 412-828-9680.
Beginning on the first Sunday after Lent, February 21, at 6pm, a six week course will be offered in the Parish Hall of St. Thomas Church. "Challenging Lifestyles" is a course that is based on Jesus' Sermon on the Mount (Matthew chapters 5-7). Some of the topics on Christian living it includes are: how to find the secret of happiness, how to handle anger, how to change the world around you, how to approach sex in the 21st century, how to understand the Old Testament and how to respond to divorce. The evening begins with a supper and, after the short presentation, a small group discussion is offered to respond to what has been said. A nursery can be provided for those who need it. Pre-registration is encouraged by phoning the parish office: 412-828-9680
Winter and Lenten Adult Small Groups
Winter 2009
Classes and Small Groups meet January 31-March 27, Sundays at 9:30 AM
Sundays in Lent: The Spirituality of the Apostles, taught by Father Koehler, Father Murph, Mrs. Alice Ramser and Ms. Darrell Powell
February 21: Introduction to the Spirituality of the Apostles: their faith, their mission, their challenges and their obstacles, taught by Fr. Chips Koehler
February 28: The Spirituality of St. Thomas, taught by Fr. Jeff Murph
March 7: The Spirituality of St. Matthew, taught by Alice Ramser
March 14: The Spirituality of St. Mary Magdalene, taught by Darrell Powell
March 21: The Spirituality of Sts. Peter and Paul, taught by Fr. Chips Koehler
March 28: The Spirituality of St. James the Just, taught by Fr. Jeff Murph
During the Week:
Shop Talk for Men meets on 2nd and 4th Tuesdays in the Guild Room at noon. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy the conversation.
Women’s Bible Study led by Karleen Shepard meets at 9:00 AM on 2nd and 4th Wednesdays at the home of Dory Dietz, 10 Denny Estates in Harmarville.
Choir begins Advent Rehearsals
Louise Lugar, our Organist/Choirmaster, announces choir rehearsals on Thursdays, beginning at 7:00pm. Anyone high school aged or above is welcome to come "make a joyful noise unto the Lord!" If these rehearsal dates won't fit into your schedule please give Louise a call anyhow. All are welcome!!!
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