Adults
We embrace God’s love through connection.
We embrace God’s love by engaging our minds and sharing our lives with others. Around 25% of our active adult congregants are in a formation group. All adults are invited to grow and learn and to find meaningful connections with us.
Discover how you can connect with our parish life and groups.
Below is a quick overview of our offerings and small groups. All groups are open to new participants. Groups identified by high commitment have particular periods that they are open to new participants. Calendar variations do happen so check with the contact person ahead of time. You can access the email of the contact person by emailing our office administrator (office@stchriscarmel.org).
Social
4C’s Men’s Group
Men of the parish gather monthly to foster connection in a casual setting.
Second Mondays, 6:30pm
Upland Brewery (Clay Terrace)
Kevin Price
Social
LIFT Women’s Group
Women of the parish gather monthly to foster connection in a casual setting.
Third Mondays, 6:30pm
Bru Burger Carmel
Deb Carpenter
Social
Young at Heart
Seniors in the parish gather for conversation and a meal prepared by Daughters of the King.
Fourth Wednesday 11:30am
St. Christopher’s
Nancy Barney
Study
Bible Study
Group meets weekly to study a book of the Bible or explore a theme over several months.
Tuesdays 3:30pm
St. Christopher’s
Nancy Barney
Study
Contemplative Prayer
Group meets weekly to reflect on prayer life with time for silent prayer.
Tuesdays 11:00am
Virtual
Rich Gibson
Study
Becoming Beloved Community
Group committed to being reconcilers and justice-makers by pursuing anti-racist education and activities.
Various
St. Christopher’s
Steve Lawson
Social
Young Families
Group gathers for connection and support periodically throughout the year.
Occasional, advertised in advance
Varies
Heather Monger
Study
Wednesday Book Group
Weekly group gathers for spiritual renewal through shared reflection on a book. Fall 2024 book: Karen Armstrong’s Sacred Nature
Wednesdays 10:00am
St. Christopher’s
Deb Vine
Study
Men’s Bible Study
Men of the parish gather weekly to study a book of the Bible over several months. Fall 2024 book: NT Wright’s Mark for Everyone
Thursdays 7:30am
Virtual
Kirk King
Study
Reflection Days and Lectures
Several times a year we offer a lecture on a theological topic or a day-long retreat to explore our faith together.
Saturdays, advertised in advance
St. Christopher's
Study
Episcopal Dips
Offered quarterly to introduce newcomers to aspects of the Episcopal Church.
Saturdays, advertised in advance
St. Christopher’s
Study
Epilogos
A 10 minute lecture series offered many Sundays after the services in the Sanctuary. Fall topic: Pondering Particularly Problematic Parables
Sundays 11:15am
St. Christopher’s
Jason Mutzfeld
High Commitment
Discipleship Group
Group meets for twenty weeks for guided conversation on following Jesus in daily life. Alums of program have an ongoing drop-in monthly discussion group.
Varies
Virtual
Rev. Cara
High Commitment
Armchair Theologians
Weekly group gathers for introspective conversation and deep reflection on a theologian’s book. Fall group meets 9/9 to 11/11 (except 9/30 and 10/14) to explore Karen Armstrong’s In the Beginning: A New Interpretation of Genesis
Mondays 6:30-8:00pm
St. Christopher’s
The Rev. Dr. Kirsten Guidero
High Commitment
Daughters of the King
A group of women dedicated to a life of prayer, service, and evangelism. There is a preparation time of prayer and study for women interested in joining the Daughters of the King.