Adult Formation & Fellowship
Growing in faith, together.
At St. Peter’s, we believe that faith is a lifelong journey. Our adult formation groups create sacred space for learning, prayer, connection, and transformation. Whether you're new to the Bible or seeking deep theological study, there's a place for you here.
Upcoming Advent Forum
Christmas is when God surrounded the divine with senses of his own. “This will be a sign to you,” the angel told the shepherds, and they traveled to Bethlehem and found a child. What signs do you see during the Advent and Christmas season that point you to the divine? This Advent we'll explore a new series on “Experiencing Christmas: Christ in the Sights and Sounds of Advent” by Pastor Matt Rawle. Each week will have a reading and in session we'll see a video and discuss that week’s perspective on Advent. We begin November 30 after the 9:30am service in the Parish Hall.
Current Sunday Forum
Each Sunday after the 9:30am service, we meet in the Parish Hall for our Sunday Forum - a weekly gathering designed to engage the heart and mind as we explore topics of faith, theology, and current issues. Open to all, this time of fellowship and learning provides a space for thought-provoking discussions led by clergy, guest speakers, and fellow parishioners.
We’re currently going through a book called “The Path,” produced by the Episcopalian organization Forward Movement.
Bible Studies
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Women's Bible Studies
Dive deeper into Scripture in a welcoming, discussion-based setting. Weekly gatherings explore the Bible through an Episcopal lense.
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Men's Bible Study
Join Deacon Pete Martin and a welcoming group of men for honest, engaging conversation around Scripture. No prep needed—just curiosity and community. Meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays on Zoom.
Monday Book Group
Our Monday Book Group meets every Monday from 1 – 2:30pm in the Library. They’ve recently started a new book, Freeing Jesus, by Diana Butler Bass, exploring the different images and stories that shape our understanding of who Jesus is for us.
Feel free to show up any week — no need to RSVP.
Education for Ministry (EfM)
Education for Ministry (EfM) is a unique four-year, small-group formation program based on study and practice in theological reflection. Many of St. Peter’s parishioners have gone through the process and found it to be immensely fulfilling — especially since we’re fortunate to have some great EfM coordinators!
Prayer
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Healing Prayer
Private prayer with a member of the Healing Prayer team, available after each of our services.
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Prayer Chain
Submit a prayer request anytime to be included on our Prayer Chain.
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Centering Prayer
A contemplative practice of quiet time with God. We have two groups that each meet once per week.
Grief Support
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Grief Sharing Group
A group that meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month. Offered in partnership with Del Mar Community Connections.
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Stephen Ministries
A practice of pairing individuals with trained lay people to support them during difficult times.