Study Courses

The Growing in Faith Together (GIFT) committee creates and supports opportunities for people of all ages to gain knowledge and nurture in their faith. By linking Christian Study with our worship we are able to discern what God wants us to be, then we can build a framework for action.

St Andrew's Church Brighton offers the following GIFT supported courses:

 

 

 

Confirmation

Confirmation classes for young people and adults. Confirmation provides an opportunity to journey with others, while affirming and strengthening our Christian faith. Arrangements can be made to accommodate those who are interested in Confirmation, but are not baptised.

Confirmation classes of about 8 weeks duration are arranged each year as required and are led by a member of the clergy and a lay team. At the conclusion of the preparation, the Regional Bishop or Archbishop is invited to the Service for Confirmation, Laying on of Hands and prayers for the strengthening of the Holy Spirit in the lives of each of the candidates, in the presence of their families, sponsors and the congregation.
On the 1st June 2008, six candidates (five young people and one adult) were confirmed at St Andrews.

If you would like to explore the possibility of confirmation, please speak to or email The Vicar, the Revd Kenyon McKie at vicar@standrewsbrighton.org.au

Short Course Bible Studies

1. Lenten Study

Bible studies (using new material each year) are facilitated during Lent. Two sets of studies are offered. Each uses different material and formats:

1.1 Ecumenical Study Groups; run each week during Lent in conjunction with the Brighton Covenant Churches… there is a selection of times and venues, duration is approx 1.5 hours.

1.2 St Andrews Study Groups; run each week during Lent, from within the parish they are not limited to St Andrews parishioners. There are a selection of times and venues, duration is approx 1 hour. The material is also suitable for Home Study.

Please check the pew sheets for details 2-3 weeks before Lent commences or email enquiries to office@standrewsbrighton.org.au

2. Other Study Courses

The GIFT committee is currently reviewing other programs to be offered at St Andrews, findings will be posted in due course. Add this web page to your favourites.

3. Living the Questions 2.0

St Leonards Uniting Church Brighton is running a DVD and web based small group series of studies starting Wednesday 18th June 2008 over 4 weeks 7:30pm to 9:00pm, each Wednesday, led by Rev Peter Burnham cost is $10 for more details go to http://www.stleonards.org.au/main page. See page 8 of the May Ecumenical Newsletter, or contact Robert Timms.

Theological Education

Education for Ministry (EFM) is a 4 year part time, distance learning program that explores in depth, the scriptures, the traditions of the church, the major theologians of the church and Theological Reflection Methods and a lot more. Click to view more http://www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm Students sign up for 12 monthly periods and attend weekly or fortnightly seminars (maximum of 12 students per group). A group mentor facilitates and attends the seminars. Students use the extensive notes and common lessons and report back to the group at the seminars. In effect each student is responsible for their own learning. At the completion of the course, participants are invited to discover their own ministry in the church. Certificates are issued through the Anglican Church of Australia on completion. The current EFM group at St Andrews will be completing in June 2008, and a new group will commence in late 2008 early 2009. Email enquiries to office@standrewsbrighton.org.au

Last updated 15th June 2008