Sunday Forums at 10:00 am
Every Sunday at 10:00 am, adults gather in the Great Hall and on Zoom for teaching and discussion. This fall’s series is Outtakes from the Kingdom of God: Personal Reflections from the Pews of Epiphany.
Epiphany is a congregation of people whose stories illuminate what life in the Kingdom of God looks like from the inside. All stories matter equally in the Kingdom of God, yet some unfold in ways that are dramatic, surprising, and hard to forget. This is our chance to hear those stories and know a few of our fellow parishioners a little better. This series invites five people to share their spiritual journeys, and challenges each of us to reflect on our own.
- October 11 – Ashley Smith
- October 18 – Michael Migalli
- October 25 – Kevin Beshlian
- December 13 – Judy Mayotte
- December 20 – Gordon Okumu
Other Sunday morning sessions this Fall:
- September 20 – The Year Ahead: Capital Campaign reflections, Adult Ed, and the AI Charter
- September 27 – A Look back on Kate’s Sabbatical
- November 8 – The Spiritual Exercise of Worship: Epiphany’s Architecture (Rev. Kate Wesch) — in the Church
- November 15 – The Spiritual Exercise of Worship: Symbolism (Rev. Doyt Conn) — in the Church
- November 22 – The Spiritual Exercise of Worship: Sacred Objects (Diane Carlisle)
- November 29 – Advent Preparation with Cadence Granados and Rev. Kate Wesch
There is no forum on the first Sunday of the month.
Watch past forums on YouTube
The Rector’s Bible Study: Singing in the Dark
The Rev. Doyt L. Conn, Jr. | Begins Friday, September 18, 10:30 am
Christie House Library
Drop-in welcome, no registration or preparation required
The Psalms are the oldest prayer book in the world, and still the most honest. This fall, we’ll spend twelve weeks with twelve psalms that together cover the full terrain of human experience: creation and death, joy and rage, desolation and adoration, pilgrimage and worship. Along the way, we’ll discover why these ancient Hebrew poems have sustained Jewish and Christian communities for three millennia, and why they still speak. Whether you’re new to the Psalms or have prayed them your whole life, you’ll find something here that surprises you. Join us this fall for Singing in the Dark.
You may also join by Zoom if you cannot make it in person. If you would like to participate in that way, please contact Diane Carlisle at dcarlisle@epiphanyseattle.org.
Sunday Morning Bible Study
Ben Bradstreet & Kyler Granados | Begins Sunday, September 20, 10:00 am (concurrent to Sunday Forum)
Upper Room | Every Sunday except the first of the month | Drop-in welcome
This practice is communal Bible study. The hope is to enhance biblical literacy, personal spiritual insight, historical context, and a practical guide for how to bring scripture into one’s heart. One book from the New Testament will be studied this fall.
Education for Ministry (EfM)
Diane Carlisle | Begins Wednesday, September 9, 6:30 pm
Christie House Library | Registration required | Contact Diane for more information
Education for Ministry (EfM) is a unique four-year distance learning certificate program in theological education based upon small-group study and practice to help people discover and nurture their call to Christian service. Developed by Sewanee: University of the South and lay-led, this is a demanding curriculum that also fosters long-lasting relationships.
If you have questions or would like to enroll, contact Diane Carlisle at dcarlisle@epiphanyseattle.org.
C. S. Lewis Minyan
Jon Roberts | Begins Thursday, October 15, 8:40 am
The C.S. Lewis Minyan will resume on Thursday, October 15. We’re returning to Narnia by reading “The Magician’s Nephew,” which chronologically, is the first book in the series. It’s a delightful read which provides unique insights into the Christian notion of creation, loss, evil, and our relationship with Christ/Aslan. Lewis is addressing many of the same themes we just finished discussing in “The Problem of Pain.” That book spoke to our reason; this one directly speaks to our hearts. Following “The Magician’s Nephew” we’ll dive back into the deep end with “Miracles.” The Minyan meets weekly on Thursdays at 8:40 am in the Christie House Library. To join in person or via Zoom, email Jonathan Roberts at jonro@rprime.com.
Evensong Talks with Zach
Zach Hemenway, Director of Music
Every third Sunday, immediately following Evensong | The Church
Every third Sunday immediately following Evensong, join Director of Music, Zach Hemenway, for a 15-minute talk about the service you just experienced. Epiphany is one of only a few churches in the United States where Choral Evensong is sung weekly year-round. Each month, Zach will take you deeper into a different aspect of it: its history, its structure, how the music is chosen, and more. Come discover why this centuries-old service still has so much to offer us today. There will be no talk in December.
Priest’s Office Hours
The Rev. Kate Wesch or the Rev. Doyt L. Conn, Jr.
Begins Sunday, October 4, 10:00 am | First Sunday of the month
Fireside Room | Drop-in welcome
Have a question, any question? It could be a theological question or a church operational question or a liturgical question, or any question that has anything to do with Christianity or religion or Epiphany or anything that happens on this campus. This is a chance to drop in and get feedback for whatever is on your mind.
Renovaré Spiritual Formation
The Rev. Kate Wesch | Starting September 20 | 3rd Sunday of the month, 12:30 – 3:30 pm
Christie House Library | In person only | Registration required | Bring your own lunch
This is a 400-series spiritual formation conversation that is highly self-directed, based on the Renovaré Spiritual Formation Bible and Workbook. Once a month for eight months, participants meet in person to discuss one chapter from the workbook. This requires a great deal of independent study, with guidance from the Rev. Kate Wesch. The goal is to learn how to use scripture for personal spiritual formation — or, in the words of the authors, how to most fully live the with-God life.
Young Adult Theology Fireside Chats
The Rev. Doyt Conn and Ian Scott | Begins Friday, September 11, 5:30 pm | Three sessions
Christie House Library | Drop-in welcome
Epiphany Fall Discernment Retreat
Diana Bender | Saturday, October 10, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Is change looming?
It can be hard to figure out what to do when we sense or know for sure that change might be coming, especially when the decision is not fully clear, the stakes feel significant and/or your decision might impact others. The good news for people on an intentional spiritual journey is that God can actually help in these situations and we can become more aware (more discerning) about what God might be up to with us. In the end, God does call us in and out of seasons in our personal and professional lives and partnering with God in these big decisions can be powerful and helpful.
Make space to let God more fully into your changing circumstances by participating in the fall Epiphany Discernment Retreat October 10th from 9 am to 4 pm. You’ll learn more about discernment generally, learn about and try some discernment tools and have the opportunity to develop your own plan or approach for engaging God in all your decisions, both large and small.
With a combination of large group lecture, individual work on your own, experiential exercises to try and the opportunity for small group conversation (if you’d like to talk with others), this will be a powerful opportunity to deepen your spiritual journey while getting practical help with the change before you.
This retreat is facilitated by Diana Bender. Questions? Contact Diana at diana.bender@outlook.com. To register, email Cadence Granados at cgranados@epiphanyseattle.org.
Women’s Retreat Group
Valerie Conn | Begins Saturday, September 12, 8:00 – 11:00 am
First Saturday of the month thereafter, September through June | Drop-in welcome
The Women’s Retreat Group (WRG) is an energetic group of women at Epiphany engaged in spiritual formation and community building across our parish and community. They gather monthly, from September through June, with the program based on Forward Day by Day. Additionally, WRG offers two in-depth retreat cycles, one half-day in November and one multi-day in April. To find out more, contact Cadence Granados at cgranados@epiphanyseattle.org.
WRG Book Group
Sophie Hager Hume | Mondays, 5:30 pm, beginning September 14
Fireside Room | Drop-in welcome
The WRG Book Group is a ministry within Epiphany’s Women’s Retreat Group, open to all Epiphany women. We gather most Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7:00 pm in the Fireside Room for conversation around that month’s book. Each gathering is a chance to read carefully and think together. All are welcome. Questions? Email Cadence Granados at cgranados@epiphanyseattle.org.
The Spiritual Exercise of Learning Scripture
Clip Kniffin & George Brumder | Wednesdays, 7:30 am
Fireside Room | In person | Ongoing | Drop-in welcome
Memorizing parts of the Bible is an excellent practice for spiritual growth. It allows you to have Gospel truths ready at all times, whether your day brings you joy, heartache, or a friend in need of encouragement. We use the Topical Memory System (TMS) curriculum from NavPress. Drop in whenever you’re able; no prior experience is required.
Wednesday Morning Meditation
Michael Megalli & John Neff | Wednesdays, 7:30–8:00 am
In the Chapel | Drop-in welcome
Wednesday morning meditation returns to Epiphany. Join Michael Megalli and John Neff in the Chapel for a simple half hour: a brief opening and short reading, twenty minutes of silence together, and a few minutes to reflect before the day begins. Experienced meditators and first-timers are equally welcome—no technique, training, or preparation required. Just come and sit. Questions? Contact Michael at megalli@live.com or John at johnneff1860@gmail.com.
Getting to Know Epiphany
Amanda Eap and Staff | Tuesday, September 16, 5:30 pm
Chapel | Drop-in welcome
An introduction to Epiphany for newcomers and anyone wanting a closer look at parish life.
Road to Wisdom
Paul Lange | Wednesday, September 9, 6:00 pm
Great Hall | Drop-in welcome
A one-time gathering exploring wisdom for daily living.
20s & 30s Financial Foundations
Sundays in October, 10:00–11:30 am
Christie House Library | Registration required
A four-session class for parishioners in their 20s and 30s who want to get more comfortable with how money actually works. Each session tackles a different foundational topic, led by financial experts from within the parish.
- October 10 | Budgeting: Practical tools for tracking income, controlling spending, and building margin.
- October 17 | Business Literacy: Foundational concepts for understanding how businesses work, whether you’re an employee, entrepreneur, or investor.
- October 24 | Investing: The basics of saving, compound growth, and long-term wealth-building.
- October 31 | Theology of Money & Stewardship: A conversation with Doyt on what Scripture says about wealth, ownership, and our role as stewards rather than owners.
To register, email Cadence Granados at cgranados@epiphanyseattle.org.
More to Come
Further offerings begin later in the term, including the Catechumenate and RELATA. Details will be posted here as dates are confirmed.
