Upcoming Special Events and Classes

• Adult Forum
  • May 4 - "For the Bible Tells Me So" - A sensitive, loving analysis of what the Bible really says about homsexuality and religion. This movie features the Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson adn Dick Gephardt's family as well, as they struggle to come to terms with a child who has come out. We will watch the first part of the movie and then have a discussion time.
  • May 11 - "For the Bible Tells Me So" - The conclusion of the movie and discussion time.
  • May 18 - Sneak Peek of the Summer Series "Parables from the Back Side" - Readings and discussion about various parables but from different perspectives.
  • May 25 - The Rev. Dennis Campbell will speak to the congregation during this time.

At St. Thomas all adults are invited to participate in programs designed to deepen our understanding of the Christian faith and life so that we can practice the Christian faith and life more meaningfully. The curriculum is balanced according to this categorization:

The Adult Forum meets on Sunday mornings at 9:15 am. The program is topical, and series normally last from one to five weeks.  Recent series in the Adult Forum include:

• The Spirituality of the Psalms
• Our Anglican Identity
• Forgiveness
• Millenium Development Goals
• The Work of Christ—Doctrines of Salvation
• The Reinvention of Work
• What does the Bible say about...War, Sex and Drugs?

Inquirer’s Classes are designed especially for those new to the Episcopal Church, or for those wanting a refresher course. These are offered from time to time through the year. If you would like to learn more about this series, please contact the church office.

Education for Ministry, affectionately known as EfM, is a program of theological education-at-a-distance of the School of Theology of the University of the South. Students sign up one year at a time for this four-year program. It covers the basics of a theological education in the Old and New Testaments, church history, liturgy, and theology. Students meet regularly, usually once a week, in seminars under the guidance of a trained mentor. The program grants a certificate at the completion of the four years and 18 Continuing Education Units for each year's work. If you are interested in learning more about this program, please contact the church office.

Special Programs and Events are also offered periodically. Recent titles include:

• The Rapture Exposed—Leaving Behind a “Left Behind” Theology
• Relationships as a Spiritual Path
• Chocolate for Lent
• Faithful Living, Faithful Dying
• Ears to Hear—A Spiritual Gifts Inventory
• Intergenerational Advent Event
• Ministry Fair