Spiritual nourishment and growth is essential for the journey of faith.
Spiritual Growth
In the Episcopal tradition, we find this nourishment in study, practice, prayer, and service, as individuals and as a community. At St. Stephen’s, we engage the wisdom of ancient and contemporary teachers, holy scripture and popular culture, rich liturgical experience and the events of daily life.
We seek to know God, each other and ourselves more deeply so that we can grow as followers and emulators of Christ’s message of love, liberation, and reconciliation. Come participate in a class or forum in person, join a small group, or take a look at the resources on our website!
Advent Spirituality
December 1, 2024
Advent is a time of preparation and wonder as we anticipate Christ’s birth—the one who brings light and life for the world. Come reflect on Advent symbols and traditions and learn about spiritual practices that can deepen your faith that “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it” (John 1:5).
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St. Hildegard de Bingen
November 17, 2024
Come learn about Saint Hildegard von Bingen, a polymath and German Benedictine abbess who lived from 1098-1179 in the Rhine Valley. She was a Prophetess, Composer, Physician, Environmentalist, Preacher, Mystic, Political Advisor, Advice Columnist and Inventor of Language. The Rev. Danáe Ashley is an Episcopal priest, international speaker, and author of a forthcoming book on Hildegard and psychotherapy.
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Summer Spirituality
July 14 and August 11, 2024
Summertime is a bit of a liminal season—a time to rest and reflect between program years and experience nature in all its abundance and beauty. We will gather after church to explore spiritual practices that nurture our souls and draw wisdom from creation.
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Bible 101
May 19 and 26, 2024
How do Episcopalians read and interpret the Bible? Come explore this topic in a two-week class/discussion on Sunday, May 19 and May 26. Richard Rohr’s very short book What Do We Do with the Bible? is a good (optional) foundation for this discussion.
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