ADULT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Throughout the year, St. Augustine's offers Adult Christian Education in Byrd Hall on Sundays in between services from 9:15 am - 10:15 am, following Coffee Hour. The subject matter of the discussion, program or series will be announced ahead of time in the Torch or emails. Father Heine or a member of St. Augustine's Church educated on the topic leads each discussion, program or series.
There is no registration for Adult Christian Education. You simply participate by attending anytime you want. This is a great opportunity for newcomers and long-time church members alike to share a cup of coffee and learn about historical and current events forming and affecting our lives in Christ.
Contact: Father AJ Heine (504)887-4801, ajheine@bellsouth.net
BIBLE STUDY
The Bible study group gets together in the Parlor every Tuesday from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm to read and discuss the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday's services. You may read the Gospel in advance of the gathering by following the calendar in the Book of Common Prayer or you may wait until you are with the group to do your reading.
Church members, friends, and guests who are interested in studying the Bible are welcomed to come by the Parlor on Tuesdays. Registration is not required and you may drop in and participate whenever you are available.
Contact: Ronald Benoit (504)888-0028.
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
The Order of the Daughters of the King® (DOK) is a national, spiritual sisterhood of lay-women founded in 1885 who pledge themselves to a life-long program of prayer, service, and evangelism dedicated to the spread of Christ's kingdom and the strengthening of the spiritual life of the parish. DOK members are communicants of the Episcopal Church, churches in communion with it, or churches in the Historic Episcopate. Present day DOK membership includes women in the Anglican, Episcopal, Lutheran (ELCA) and Roman Catholic churches.
All women Church members, newcomers and friends are encouraged to learn more about DOK. DOK is an Order, a community under a religious rule, not a club with simple enrollment and meetings. Thus, women must complete twelve weeks of study and discernment before deciding to become members of the Order, and are required to undertake a Rule of Life including solemn, life-long vows to follow the Rule of Prayer and Rule of Service.
St. Augustine's chapter of DOK meets on the 2nd Saturday of every month in the Parlor.
Contact: Tammy Verrette (504)453-2758, imflutterby@aol.com
EDUCATION FOR MINISTRIES (EFM)
EFM is an intense study program with an Anglican (not specifically Episcopal) focus for individuals wishing to develop and clarify their own theology in order to become more capable ministers. Studies focus on a) the Old Testament, b) the New Testament, c) Church history, and d) theology, ethics, and interfaith encounter.
This four-year curriculum was developed by and the materials for the program are acquired from The School of Theology at Sewanee: The University of the South. Participants enroll in this certificate program and commit to one academic year at a time. The EFM fee for each participant is $350 per year (as of 2014) when enrolled with a class having parochial or diocesan sponsorship.
EFM is open to all serious students, and classes may include Episcopalians and Non-Episcopalians from around the Greater New Orleans area. Each newly formed class has a trained mentor and that EFM class will meet at a location selected by that mentor, weekly for 2 1/2 - 3 hours during the nine month academic year. Because EFM is a structured curriculum, a new EFM class does not form until a minimum of 6 people are ready to begin.
Contacts: Bet Byrd (504)888-7605 and Caroline Arceneaux (504)887-3356, mcdamd@cox.net
LENTEN PROGRAM
The Lenten program offers an informative and meditative format in which participants can share with Jesus in his journey, think and pray about his crucifixion, explore the meaning it can have in their own lives, and understand the relationship between grief and Easter hope.
It takes place each Wednesday evening during Lent. Everyone is invited to gather for worship at 6:00 pm followed by a soup and salad supper at 6:30 pm, and lesson beginning at 7:00 pm. You may join everyone for all or part of each evening.
Volunteers are needed for this program and may sign up to provide the soup and salad for a particular Wednesday during Lent.
Contact: Father AJ Heine (504)887-4801, ajheine@bellsouth.net
RENOVARÉ / SPIRITUAL FORMATION GROUP
A Renovaré Spiritual Formation group is “where Christians meet to learn the Six Traditions of the Church, to do the related disciplines, to hold each other accountable, and to encourage one another.” These groups offer a plan to put yourself in a place where God can transform your life from the inside out. They provide balance, knowledge, and encouragement which can bring you to a renewed, deepened spiritual life. In short, your life gets better and you become more capable of handling life’s ups and downs in a healthier, more spiritual way.
Church members, newcomers and friends can commit to beginning a Spiritual Formation group and starting this process together.
Contacts: Pat Roy (504)887-1930, plroy1234@gmail.com and Mary Lou Felkner (504)289-0336, mlfelkner@att.net
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Children entering Pre-K through 12th grade are encouraged to attend Sunday School. Although there is a registration at the beginning of the academic year, drop-ins are always welcome and regular attendance is not mandatory. Sunday School is held at 9:15 am on regular Sundays and 9:30 am on 1st Sundays. Sunday School is held during the school year, approximately Labor Day through Mother's Day.
Contact: Catherine Coats (504)616-8433, Catherine.Coats@ATT.net
TUESDAY EVENING STUDY GROUP
If you are interested in learning... to satisfy your curiosity, to expand your knowledge, to understand the world around you, to improve your life and the lives of others, or just in learning for the sake of learning, join this group of men and women who gather to watch and discuss "The Great Courses" lecture series. This series includes audio/video lectures from brilliant professors on diverse topics from history, science, philosophy, mathematics, the arts, economics, literature, and everything in between.
There is no registration and newcomers are always welcomed. The group meets on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm until about 7:30 pm in the second-floor conference room of Byrd Hall.
Contacts: Bet Byrd (504)888-7605 and Caroline Arceneaux (504)887-3356, mcdamd@cox.net
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
St. Augustine offers a fun-filled and educational Vacation Bible School the first week in June every summer for children 3 years of age (and potty trained) through 10 years of age. The children enjoy a Bible lesson, music, a craft, and snack every day. Vacation Bible School runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. The cost is only $25 per child for the week. The cost for siblings is discounted to $20 per child.
Registration for Vacation Bible School is required as space is limited and supplies must be ordered ahead of time. Registration forms are made available in Byrd Hall and the Church office near the end of the academic school year.
Adult and youth (12 years old and up) volunteers are always needed to make Vacation Bible School a success, and church members, friends and neighbors are welcomed to volunteer for this ministry.
Contact: Jane Ard (504)455-3077, janeard504@att.net
YOUTH GROUP
The St. Augustine's Youth Group is intended to provide a safe and nurturing space for youth in grades 6 to 12 to come together in order to develop community, deepen their faith, and serve God's people. Regular meetings are held on Sundays at 5:00 pm, and dates for special events and programs are announced ahead of time.
Contact: Rachel Whitley, Youth Group Director, (225)571-3272, rfwhitley@gmail.com
Throughout the year, St. Augustine's offers Adult Christian Education in Byrd Hall on Sundays in between services from 9:15 am - 10:15 am, following Coffee Hour. The subject matter of the discussion, program or series will be announced ahead of time in the Torch or emails. Father Heine or a member of St. Augustine's Church educated on the topic leads each discussion, program or series.
There is no registration for Adult Christian Education. You simply participate by attending anytime you want. This is a great opportunity for newcomers and long-time church members alike to share a cup of coffee and learn about historical and current events forming and affecting our lives in Christ.
Contact: Father AJ Heine (504)887-4801, ajheine@bellsouth.net
BIBLE STUDY
The Bible study group gets together in the Parlor every Tuesday from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm to read and discuss the Gospel for the upcoming Sunday's services. You may read the Gospel in advance of the gathering by following the calendar in the Book of Common Prayer or you may wait until you are with the group to do your reading.
Church members, friends, and guests who are interested in studying the Bible are welcomed to come by the Parlor on Tuesdays. Registration is not required and you may drop in and participate whenever you are available.
Contact: Ronald Benoit (504)888-0028.
DAUGHTERS OF THE KING
The Order of the Daughters of the King® (DOK) is a national, spiritual sisterhood of lay-women founded in 1885 who pledge themselves to a life-long program of prayer, service, and evangelism dedicated to the spread of Christ's kingdom and the strengthening of the spiritual life of the parish. DOK members are communicants of the Episcopal Church, churches in communion with it, or churches in the Historic Episcopate. Present day DOK membership includes women in the Anglican, Episcopal, Lutheran (ELCA) and Roman Catholic churches.
All women Church members, newcomers and friends are encouraged to learn more about DOK. DOK is an Order, a community under a religious rule, not a club with simple enrollment and meetings. Thus, women must complete twelve weeks of study and discernment before deciding to become members of the Order, and are required to undertake a Rule of Life including solemn, life-long vows to follow the Rule of Prayer and Rule of Service.
St. Augustine's chapter of DOK meets on the 2nd Saturday of every month in the Parlor.
Contact: Tammy Verrette (504)453-2758, imflutterby@aol.com
EDUCATION FOR MINISTRIES (EFM)
EFM is an intense study program with an Anglican (not specifically Episcopal) focus for individuals wishing to develop and clarify their own theology in order to become more capable ministers. Studies focus on a) the Old Testament, b) the New Testament, c) Church history, and d) theology, ethics, and interfaith encounter.
This four-year curriculum was developed by and the materials for the program are acquired from The School of Theology at Sewanee: The University of the South. Participants enroll in this certificate program and commit to one academic year at a time. The EFM fee for each participant is $350 per year (as of 2014) when enrolled with a class having parochial or diocesan sponsorship.
EFM is open to all serious students, and classes may include Episcopalians and Non-Episcopalians from around the Greater New Orleans area. Each newly formed class has a trained mentor and that EFM class will meet at a location selected by that mentor, weekly for 2 1/2 - 3 hours during the nine month academic year. Because EFM is a structured curriculum, a new EFM class does not form until a minimum of 6 people are ready to begin.
Contacts: Bet Byrd (504)888-7605 and Caroline Arceneaux (504)887-3356, mcdamd@cox.net
LENTEN PROGRAM
The Lenten program offers an informative and meditative format in which participants can share with Jesus in his journey, think and pray about his crucifixion, explore the meaning it can have in their own lives, and understand the relationship between grief and Easter hope.
It takes place each Wednesday evening during Lent. Everyone is invited to gather for worship at 6:00 pm followed by a soup and salad supper at 6:30 pm, and lesson beginning at 7:00 pm. You may join everyone for all or part of each evening.
Volunteers are needed for this program and may sign up to provide the soup and salad for a particular Wednesday during Lent.
Contact: Father AJ Heine (504)887-4801, ajheine@bellsouth.net
RENOVARÉ / SPIRITUAL FORMATION GROUP
A Renovaré Spiritual Formation group is “where Christians meet to learn the Six Traditions of the Church, to do the related disciplines, to hold each other accountable, and to encourage one another.” These groups offer a plan to put yourself in a place where God can transform your life from the inside out. They provide balance, knowledge, and encouragement which can bring you to a renewed, deepened spiritual life. In short, your life gets better and you become more capable of handling life’s ups and downs in a healthier, more spiritual way.
Church members, newcomers and friends can commit to beginning a Spiritual Formation group and starting this process together.
Contacts: Pat Roy (504)887-1930, plroy1234@gmail.com and Mary Lou Felkner (504)289-0336, mlfelkner@att.net
SUNDAY SCHOOL
Children entering Pre-K through 12th grade are encouraged to attend Sunday School. Although there is a registration at the beginning of the academic year, drop-ins are always welcome and regular attendance is not mandatory. Sunday School is held at 9:15 am on regular Sundays and 9:30 am on 1st Sundays. Sunday School is held during the school year, approximately Labor Day through Mother's Day.
Contact: Catherine Coats (504)616-8433, Catherine.Coats@ATT.net
TUESDAY EVENING STUDY GROUP
If you are interested in learning... to satisfy your curiosity, to expand your knowledge, to understand the world around you, to improve your life and the lives of others, or just in learning for the sake of learning, join this group of men and women who gather to watch and discuss "The Great Courses" lecture series. This series includes audio/video lectures from brilliant professors on diverse topics from history, science, philosophy, mathematics, the arts, economics, literature, and everything in between.
There is no registration and newcomers are always welcomed. The group meets on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 pm until about 7:30 pm in the second-floor conference room of Byrd Hall.
Contacts: Bet Byrd (504)888-7605 and Caroline Arceneaux (504)887-3356, mcdamd@cox.net
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
St. Augustine offers a fun-filled and educational Vacation Bible School the first week in June every summer for children 3 years of age (and potty trained) through 10 years of age. The children enjoy a Bible lesson, music, a craft, and snack every day. Vacation Bible School runs Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm. The cost is only $25 per child for the week. The cost for siblings is discounted to $20 per child.
Registration for Vacation Bible School is required as space is limited and supplies must be ordered ahead of time. Registration forms are made available in Byrd Hall and the Church office near the end of the academic school year.
Adult and youth (12 years old and up) volunteers are always needed to make Vacation Bible School a success, and church members, friends and neighbors are welcomed to volunteer for this ministry.
Contact: Jane Ard (504)455-3077, janeard504@att.net
YOUTH GROUP
The St. Augustine's Youth Group is intended to provide a safe and nurturing space for youth in grades 6 to 12 to come together in order to develop community, deepen their faith, and serve God's people. Regular meetings are held on Sundays at 5:00 pm, and dates for special events and programs are announced ahead of time.
Contact: Rachel Whitley, Youth Group Director, (225)571-3272, rfwhitley@gmail.com