Several people have asked for a schedule of topics to be covered at Fr. Lonnie's upcoming "Episcopal 101 Classes." Please see below.

These classes (also known as "Confirmation Classes" or "Inquirers' Classes") are for those who are interested in learning more about St. Anne's and the traditions, customs, and beliefs of the Episcopal Church. These sessions are open to all who are interested, but are required for those adults who wish to join the Episcopal Church formally via baptism, confirmation, or reception. Classes will be held 4-6 p.m. on Sunday afternoons from February 28 - March 28. (Youth confirmation classes for teens in middle and high school will be offered at a later date.) Please contact Fr. Lonnie at the church office if you are interested in participating.  

Schedule and Topics

Feb. 28 Introductions & A Brief, Fun Crash-Course in Church History

• Getting to know one another.
• All the sacred stories and juicy scandals that have led to the existence of the Episcopal Church.

Mar. 7 Going By the Book: Why We Use (and Love) the Prayer Book 

• Why the Book of Common Prayer is central to us.
• Why we pray ‘written’ prayers.
• Secret treasures in the BCP every Episcopalian should know and use.

Mar. 14 Symbols, Sacraments & Seasons: What does all this STUFF mean?

• How and why we use bread, wine, oil, colors, incense and more.
• 8 days of church you should never miss.
• Behind-the-scenes tour of the church. 

Mar. 21 Those Bizarre Episcopalians: How Our Beliefs Do & Don’t Differ 

• The core beliefs that makes us different from and similar to other Christians.

Mar. 28 Next Steps & Going Forth: Living as a Christian (and a Good Episcopalian)

• How to officially join St. Anne’s.
• Becoming a ‘better’ Christian.
• Ways to get involved.