Programs for Adults
We have multiple programs for adult members of our parish. These programs create special moments of community and help people to grow in their spirituality, gain greater literacy around the Bible and its historical context, and discuss how the gospel connects to modern life.
Activities include:
Roots of Faith Interfaith Bible Study: This popular interfaith bible study taught by Rabbi Daniel Gropper and the Rev. Kate Malin continues for its second year with a deep dive into the Abrahamic narratives and exploration of their significance in New Testament writings. The book Abraham by Bruce Feiler will be referenced. The class meets in person at the Community Synagogue of Rye and on Zoom. To register, click here.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study: Our Wednesday Morning Bible Study meets every Wednesday from 9:30am-10:30am on Zoom beginning on September 13 and running through June. We begin this year with a look at the bible’s “Early Christian Letters.” These shortworks, vivid, realistic and practical, were written by leaders in the fledgling Jesus movement and helped spread the message of the early church to the wider world. For more information and to receive the Zoom link, please email Jannine Moran at jmoran@ccrye.org.
Women Wine & Word: Alternating Tuesdays - 7:30pm. Tuesday night bible study is transforming into a prayer study group. We will gather in the Guild Room to share community, then read from the Bible, the weekly Gospel and extra-canonical writings of early Christianity for inspiration. Our prayer will be focused on the list of aspirations and cares we create at the beginning of the meeting. We can experiment with different forms of meditation before prayer. We will share books about the impact prayer has on our lives and the world. All ideas are welcome for exploration into supporting our world through prayer. First meeting will be held in the buttery. For more information, email LisaPell at lisavpell@gmail.com.
Theology on Tap: First Tuesday of the Month - 7:00pm. Theology on Tap (ToT) is a lay led and clergy supported men’s monthly gathering that tackles the intersection of modern life and spirituality. If you are interested,please bring a beverage of choice and an open mind, and meet us at Columbarium Garden on the first Tuesday of every month. To be added to the ToT mailing list,please email Andrew Swank at aswank62@gmail.com.
Saturday Morning Men’s Group: Second and Fourth Saturday of the Month - 7:30am. The Saturday Morning Men’s Group meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturday at 7:30 am for a light breakfast and conversation about Sunday’s scripture readings. If you are interested in joining the mailing list, please contact Bruce Macleod at bmacskye@yahoo.com.
Short-Form Progamming:
Newcomers/Inquirers' Class: If you are new to Christ's Church or simply interested in learning more about "why we do what we do", join us for a three-session introduction to Christianity, the Epsicopal Church, and our parish home. Classes will take place on October 22, October 29, and November 5 from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Buttery conference room at Christ's Church. To register, click here.
Genesis and Gender: A class taught by Rabbi Daniel Gropper and the Reverend Kate Malin begins on October 12 and runs through November 9 from 7:00pm-8:30pm every other Thursday evening. The classes will be held in-person at Christ's Church Rye. It is a three part series on faith, scripture and gender identity that looks at what the bible says (and doesn't say) about gender and sexuality and explores how current controversies in the public square impact modern people of faith. To register, click here.
Understanding the Episcopal Identity: The Nicene Creed states that “We believe in one, holy, catholic, apostolic church.” You may wonder how that word “catholic” applies to Episcopalians, especially if you were raised in the Roman Catholic church.What are the differences in our beliefs, practices and traditions? What do we share? How can Christ’s Church better welcome those outside our tradition through a clearer understanding of our Episcopal Identity? Join Bob Flanagan for a lively and enriching discussion about the history,structure, and worship of the Episcopal Church. The course meets on Sunday November 12, 19, and December 3 after church and is open to all. To register, click here.