Adult Formation 

After the 10:00 service, we hold lectures and discussions on a variety of topics in our Parish Hall, accompanied by mid-morning snacks and good coffee.

Upcoming Series: Summer 2025

Defending Democracy from its Christian Enemies
Banning books. Silencing the press. Persecuting scholars and universities. Defunding social services for the most vulnerable. Threatening the LGBTQIA+ community. Targeting immigrants and foreigners. Consolidating executive power. Hosting military parades. It’s a well-known playbook for oppressive totalitarian regimes, yet happening before our eyes in the Unites States and other countries. Why do so many Christians in the U.S. reject democratic values, democratic practices, and democracy itself as a means of governance? And what might some moral responses be from Christians who believe democracy is worth holding onto? On Sundays July 27, August 3, and August 24 from 11:15am to 12:00pm, join the Interim Rector, the Rev. Wes Smedley, in the downstairs St. Cecilia Room for some conversation based on the book Defending Democracy from Its Christian Enemies by Christian ethicist David P. Gushee. You do not need to have the book or have read it to participate, just be encouraged to come as you are able.

Previous Series: Lent 2025

Lent 2025 Adult Forum: Entertaining Angels Unawares-The Spirit of Hospitality
Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. - Hebrews 13:2

The Christian season of Lent is a time set aside for self-examination, prayer, and the study of Scripture in community and individually. For four weeks, you are invited to engage these spiritual practices with your church community. The Rev. Wes Smedley, Interim Rector, and SPR parishioners will facilitate conversation. You are also invited to join one of the small groups led by SPR parishioners which will meet in person or by Zoom on different days of the week for four weeks.

The focus of this year’s Lent forum is the spirit of hospitality in Scripture, tradition, spirituality/theology, and practice. By the final session, you will have created your own “ethic of hospitality.” If you have any questions, please reach out to the church office or to the Interim Rector.

Click here to view the readings for this adult formation series!

Click here to view the discussion guide!