Adult Education

Adult Education at St. Matthew's

For many years, the people of St. Matthew's have gathered for regular small-group meetings to discuss and learn a world of theological and scriptural topics and more. Both virtually and in-person, we continue to gather collegially to dig into progressive Christianity and issues, the intersection of the news and issues of the day, and the impact of our baptismal covenant on our everyday lives. If you are interested in any of the groups, we invite you to register for Adult Education; we will keep you informed about all the groups, and you are warmly welcome to take part in any or all. Join us! 

Weekday Programming and Classes

Book Group
Daughters of the King
EfM (Education for Ministry)
Foyers
Going Deeper
Ladies Lunch Bunch
Grief Support Group
Singles Dinner
LGBTQIA+
Men in Conversation
Men's Breakfast Group
Monday Morning Bible Study
Pub Theology
Women in Conversation
Virtual Adult Education

Sunday Formation Classes

Clingman Forum
St. Matt's Newcomers' Class
Contact Us about Programming

  

Program Descriptions


Book Group

Second Monday 1:30p
Lounge
 We read a wide variety of books that are available with the Louisville Public Library’s Book Kits.  No purchase of books is necessary.  The focus of the group is fun, fellowship, and lively discussions of the books and any other subject that may present itself.  We welcome all.


Clingman Forum

Sundays After 10a Eucharist
Clingman Chapel
Clingman Forum aims to help the St. Matthew’s community get through life by listening to and educating each other and creating something new together. It aims to provide a non-judgmental, apolitical forum to encourage out-of-the-box or divergent thinking. Classes are in-person and streamed via Zoom.


Daughters of the King

  First Sunday 12:00p
Meeting Room A
As a Daughter of the King, each Daughter takes a lifetime vow to live by the rules of life: prayer and service. A Daughter pledges herself 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 her parish. We welcome all women to become a member of the Daughter of the King. 


EfM (Education for Ministry)

One Day Per Week
Zoom
EfM is an in-depth adult educational opportunity that combines the study of scripture, church history, and theology. The four-year course is intended to help lay church members gain a strong understanding of the Bible. Students learn to reflect from a theological perspective on issues that face us daily. 

Foyers

Times TBA
Locations Vary
Foyer--a French word meaning 'hearthside' implying the warmth of a close group of friends sharing a common love and concern for each other. There are four types of foyer groups: restaurant dinner, restaurant brunch, home, and family. We join together for a meal and fellowship. 

Going Deeper

Second/Fourth Thursday 9:45a
Locations Vary
This study group of 9-12 people meets for fellowship and support as we participate in various studies that lead us deeper spiritually. Everyone is welcome to join any of the studies, where we share and honor our personal insights and stories and value different perspectives. 

Ladies Lunch Bunch

Third Thursday 11:30a
Locations Vary
Lunch Bunch is open to all women in the parish and meets monthly on the third Thursday of the month at 11:30 A.M. We gather at a local restaurant, chosen by the group, to enjoy each other and good food. 

Men in Conversation Breakfast Group

Third Tuesday 8a
Location in eSpirit
The Men’s Breakfast gathers like a foyer group to enjoy a good meal and good company. The focus is on caring for one another. The group generally meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 8a. Restaurant locations are announced in the eSpirit the week before. 

Alzheimer's Support Givers Group

Third Wednesday 11a and 7p
Clingman Chapel
The group for family, friends and caregivers in conjunction with the Alzheimer's Association of Louisville. 

Monday Morning Bible Study

Monday 10:00a
Zoom/Church Library
We start by visiting with one another and asking questions about what is going on in our parishes and in the larger church. At 10:15a, we begin the study with a prayer. Individuals take turns reading through the text and then ask questions together. 

Pub Theology

Second Thursday 6:00p
Location Varies
In a blend of adult education and social gathering, we gather monthly over food and drink to enjoy being together while we discuss a theological, spiritual, or scriptural topic relevant to current events. 

LGBTQIA+ Group

Third Tuesday 6p Youth Space
The LGBTQIA+ group is a monthly meeting for adults to join, talk, learn, enjoy fellowship, and experience God’s affirming love within each other. There are no requirements to join, and we welcome all who identify within LGBTQIA+, including but not limited to bisexuals in heterosexual relationships, asexuals, and anyone who is questioning their sexuality or gender.

St. Matt's Newcomers' Class

Sunday 11:00a Spring/Fall
Myll Chapel
This is a class for newcomers and those curious about the Episcopal Church and St. Matthew’s. It is held several times throughout the year after the 10a Sunday service.

  Women in Conversation

Tuesday 12:00p
Church Lounge
We gather weekly in Virtual Adult Education for lively, collegial discussions in which everyone has a voice. We often include a video with a modern theologian or teacher as we seek to learn more about faith and life and a world of theological and scriptural topics and more.

  Virtual Adult Education  

    Monday 6:00p
Zoom
We gather weekly in Virtual Adult Education for lively, collegial discussions in which everyone has a voice. We often include a video with a modern theologian or teacher as we seek to learn more about faith and life and a world of theological and scriptural topics and more.   

  Virtual Adult Education  

Grief Support Group  

  Second and Fourth Wednesdays 10:30a
St. Matthew’s offers a drop-in Grief Support Group on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of the month at 10:30a in the lounge just inside the glass front doors. Some of us also attend the Healing Eucharist in the Chapel at 10a before the group. Our time is spent in quiet prayer and sharing. We also have access to other resources, including other groups, books, programs, and articles.  

For more information about programming, please access the Ministry Booklet below. 

Ministry Descriptions Booklet