Class Title: Common Worship: Prayer Book 101
When: Mondays, 6:15 – 7:30 pm | June 12–July 31
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathways 1, & 4

Using The Book of Common Prayer can be difficult if you are unfamiliar with it or if you have come from a non-liturgical background. If you have found yourself puzzled by the liturgy on Sunday or would like to be able to use the Book of Common Prayer in your daily prayer life, this class is for you. Over the course of seven weeks, we will explore the origins of the Book of Common Prayer, the history of Christian liturgy, the Daily Office (Morning Prayer and Evening Prayer), the theology of the sacraments, the Eucharist, Holy Baptism as a model for the Christian life, the Sunday collects and Scripture readings, the liturgies for Holy Matrimony, the anointing of the sick, Reconciliation, Ministry at the Time of Death, the seasons of the Church year, and the Prayer Book vision for individual and common worship and prayer. By the end of the class, you will not only have a better understanding of the “how” of Anglican worship but also a better understanding of the “why”. The resource book for this class is A Walk Through the Prayer Book by Arnold Klukas.

Class Title: The Anglican Catechism: The Christian Basics
When: Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15pm | January 10-March 20
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathway 1: Cultivate a life of prayer and worship
Pathway 2: Scripture and Christian Doctrine
Pathway 4: Formation Through Living Out Our Baptism as Public Witnesses For Christ

To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism is the official catechism of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). It was designed to introduce people to the Christian faith as well as to provide instruction to those who have already been baptized. The Catechism presents teachings on the Apostles’ Creed (what a Christian should believe), the Lord’s Prayer (how a Christian should pray), and the Ten Commandments (how a Christian should live). This class provides an in-depth introduction to the Catechism and an opportunity to discuss its meaning and implications for life. Participants should Purchase a copy of To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism (available in St. Peter’s Bookstore).

Class Title: Common Worship: Prayer Book 101
When: Mondays, 6:15 – 7:30 pm | 18 September–30 October
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathways 1, & 4

Prayer Book 101 is an introduction to The Book of Common Prayer, 2019 which is the official prayer book of the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). This class focuses on how to use the Prayer Book for both common and private prayer and is a good introduction to liturgical worship for those who do not come from a liturgical tradition. Topics include The Daily Office (Morning and Evening Prayer), the foundations of liturgical worship, the theology of the sacraments, the two eucharistic liturgies (Anglican Standard and Ancient Renewed), liturgies for Holy Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Matrimony, and other pastoral rites, the Church liturgical calendar and major feast days. Participants should purchase a copy of The Book of Common Prayer, 2019, available in St. Peter’s Bookstore.

Class Title: The Anglican Catechism: The Christian Basics
When: Wednesdays, 6:15-7:30pm | September 13 – November 15
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathway 1: Cultivate a life of prayer and worship
Pathway 2: Scripture and Christian Doctrine
Pathway 4: Formation Through Living Out Our Baptism as Public Witnesses For Christ

To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism is the official catechism of the Anglican Church in North America (acna). It was designed to introduce people to the Christian faith as well as to provide instruction to those who have already been baptized. The Catechism presents teachings on the Apostles’ Creed (what a Christian should believe), the Lord’s Prayer (how a Christian should pray), and the Ten Commandments (how a Christian should live). This class provides an in-depth introduction to the Catechism and an opportunity to discuss its meaning and implications for life. Participants should Purchase a copy of To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism (available in St. Peter’s Bookstore).

Class Title: Common Worship: Prayer Book 101
When: Mondays, 6:15 – 7:30 pm | 20 February–13 March
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathways 1, 2, & 4

Prayer Book 101 provides an introduction to The Book of Common Prayer, 2019 which is the foundation of all worship at St. Peter’s.  This nine-week class explores the biblical foundations of liturgy, Morning and Evening Prayer (The Daily Office), the theology of the sacraments, the liturgies for Baptism and Eucharist, the Pastoral Rites, and the Church’s liturgical calendar.  The class also includes an instructed Eucharist.  In order to understand Anglicanism, it is essential to have a grasp of the Book of Common Prayer. Participants should purchase a copy of The Book of Common Prayer, 2019, available in St. Peter’s Bookstore.

Class Title: Common Faith: The Anglican Catechism
When: Sundays, 6:15-8:00 pm | 29 January–19 March
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathway 1: Prayer and Worship
Pathway 2: Scripture and Christian Doctrine

To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism presents the official teaching of the Anglican Church in North America and is offered as an essential foundation for discipleship.  The Catechism consists of three parts: Believing in Christ (the Apostles’ Creed), Belonging to Christ (the Lord’s Prayer), and Becoming Like Christ (the Ten Commandments).  This eight-week class provides a complete introduction to the Catechism, emphasizing its foundation in Scripture and Tradition and the guidance it offers for Christian living.

To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism can be purchased in St. Peter’s Bookstore.

Class Title: Common Worship: Prayer Book 101
When: Mondays, 6:15 – 7:30 pm | 19 September–31 October
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathways 1, 2, & 4

Prayer Book 101 provides an introduction to The Book of Common Prayer, 2019 which is the foundation of all worship at St. Peter’s.  This nine-week class explores the biblical foundations of liturgy, Morning and Evening Prayer (The Daily Office), the theology of the sacraments, the liturgies for Baptism and Eucharist, the Pastoral Rites, and the Church’s liturgical calendar.  The class also includes an instructed Eucharist.  In order to understand Anglicanism, it is essential to have a grasp of the Book of Common Prayer. Participants should purchase a copy of The Book of Common Prayer, 2019, available in St. Peter’s Bookstore.

Class Title: Common Worship: Prayer Book 101
When: Mondays, 6:15 – 7:30 pm | September 13 – November 8
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathway 1: Prayer and Worship

Prayer Book 101 provides an introduction to The Book of Common Prayer, 2019 which is the foundation of all worship at St. Peter’s.  This nine-week class explores the biblical foundations of liturgy, Morning and Evening Prayer (The Daily Office), the theology of the sacraments, the liturgies for Baptism and Eucharist, the Pastoral Rites and the Church’s liturgical calendar.  The class also includes an instructed Eucharist.  In order to understand Anglicanism, it is essential to have a grasp of the Book of Common Prayer. 

Textbook: The Book of Common Prayer, 2019

Class Title: Common Faith: The Anglican Catechism
When: Sundays, 6:30-8:00 pm | September 12 – October 31
Led by: Fr. Michael Petty
Pathway 2: Scripture and Christian Doctrine

To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism presents the official teaching of the Anglican Church in North America and is offered as an essential foundation for discipleship.  The Catechism consist of three parts: Believing in Christ (the Apostles’ Creed), Belonging to Christ (the Lord’s Prayer), and Becoming Like Christ (the Ten Commandments).  This eight-week class provides a complete introduction to the Catechism, emphasizing its foundation is Scripture and Tradition and the guidance it offers for Christian living.

Textbook: To Be A Christian: An Anglican Catechism.