ADULT FORMATION
We are a people committed to growing together in faith. We do so through conversation, challenging questions, deep listening, and continuous reflection on scripture, sacred writings, and faithful scholarship. Delve into the deep waters of life in Christ with us. Where two or three are gathered, Christ is with us.
Formation Offerings in the Fall of 2025
Weekday Offerings:
Ongoing:
Men's Prayer Group - Parlor, Tuesday, 7 am
Starting Sept 3 (Wednesday evenings and Thursday mornings):
Bible Study with Alexander - The Psalms
Sunday Morning Offerings
Sept 14 - Oct 5
Parish Hall - 9:15 am - "Who is Jesus?" (4 weeks)
1) Do you turn to Jesus? (Who do you say that I am?)
2) Son of God (fully divine)
3) Son of Man (fully human)
4) Resurrected and Ascended, Ruler of Heaven and Earth
Oct 12 - Nov 9*
Parish Hall - 9:15 am - "Being Jesus' People in the World" (5 weeks)
1) Making Choices - What Do We Value?
2) Worship and Prayer
3) Continuing to Grow in Faith and Relationship
4) Service and Mission
5) Extravagant and Gracious Generosity
Sept 14 - Nov 9
(101, Old Transept)
Small Group Offers
The Book of Forgiving (Desmond Tutu) OR
Turning to Jesus
Each small group will select their preferred study during their first session on Sept 14
Beginning Sept 14, after the 10:30 service:
"Deeper Dive" - Garden Room
Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
(Book link: https://a.co/d/eJssp47)
Important Dates:
Nov 16 - 9:15 am - Parish Hall - Meet the Vestry Candidates
Nov 23 - 9:15 am - Parish Hall - All Parish Meeting/Vestry Voting
Dec 7 - 21
(9:15 am - Parish Hall Class for All)
Advent with Isaiah.
EFM in Ascension
Education for Ministry (EfM) is a non-credit extension program of the University of the South School of Theology. Continuing Education Unit credits are available. EfM is a four year program covering the Old Testament in the first year, the New Testament in the second year, Church History in the third year, and Theology in the fourth year. Ascension is excited to offer a session on Friday mornings at 9:00 am. The cost per year is $375, which includes books. For more information, contact info@knoxvilleascension.org.