Bible studies, Book studies and Prayer groups are a great way to connect and enjoy more intimate fellowship with others in our church community. At Christ Church, you will find a wide variety of groups that exist to inspire spiritual growth. Most studies and groups meet weekly. We also have opportunities for faith development through the Episcopal Diocese of Upper South Carolina. If you have any questions, please contact Anne Green Buckner.
Many of our Bible and Book Studies take a break during the summer. Check back in August to see our Fall 2025 offerings.
Wellness Ministry: Monday Morning Moms & Dads | 9AM | Parish House, Room 251
If you’re looking for support, insight and encouragement, bring your coffee to this weekly hour-long, weekly meeting and join fellow moms as they start the week praying together, exploring relevant scripture and sharing parenting successes and struggles. This class follows CCEP's calendar. Contacts: Greta Parkinson or Beck Williams.
St. Francis Bible Study | 12:15PM | Graham Library
Using N.T. Wright’s Luke: 26 Studies for Individuals and Groups, this women’s group will dig deep in the New Testament Gospel of Luke to discover how Luke’s story applies our own world today. Contact: Lib Ann Harrison
Evening Men’s Bible Study | 5PM | Earle Conference Room
Monday Night Men's Bible Study Following the lead of our own bishop, Bishop Richards, this group will be studying the Gospel Of John. We will utilize the John: N.T. Wright for Everyone Bible Study Guides. We welcome all who would like to attend. Contact: Chip Whitlock
Men’s Morning Bible Study | 7AM | Graham Library
Join a lively and thought-provoking discussion led by Ben Horne. This fall using the book Unseen Realm, by Michael Heiser, this intergenerational group will look more closely at the many passages in the Bible of things “unseen“ and how we tend to skip over because we don’t adequately understand the origin, setting, circumstances, or meaning. Contact: Ben Horne
Women’s Bible Study | 10AM | Earle Conference Room
Using Genesis: God's Creative Call, a LifeGuide Scripture Studies, this women's group will study how Genesis reveals the amazing truth that the God who called a world and nations into being also calls each of us to serve Him. Contact: Chan Boyd
Centering Prayer | 12:15PM | On Zoom
Centering Prayer is a way of deepening our relationship with God by letting go of thoughts and spending time with God in silence, daily. It involves consenting to God’s presence and action in our lives, resting in God and praying without words. This prayer is grounded in ancient and revered Christian contemplative prayer practices. We welcome you to come be with us as we seek to deepen our relationships with God. Contact: Judy Lineback at 864.423.1688.
Men's Ministry: A Study of the Stories of the Old Testament | 5:30-7PM | ASC Room 100
The Men’s Ministry will be sponsoring this five-week class focused on the Old Testament. “Old Testament Refresher” will start with an introductory class on the Old Testament featuring a guest speaker with perspectives from the Jewish tradition, and the general relationship of the Old and New Covenants. From there classes will focus on familiar but lesser studied aspects of the Old Testament: Genesis after Creation; Joshua after Moses; David after Goliath (with reference to the new David series on Netflix). Together we will choose a Prophet for the final class. All you need is a Bible and a desire to dig deeper into the best stories ever told.
Men's Prayer Breakfast | 7AM | Eggs Up Grill, McAlister Square
The group was formed over forty years ago as a before-work prayer and life-experience sharing group. Today we use Bible passages and devotional pieces to stimulate discussion about faith at work in our lives and at work. On the first Friday of each month during the school year we meet for breakfast at the church and host a speaker on Faith at Work. Contact: Tom Roy
Cursillo
One of the adult retreats/conferences we offer through Christ Church is Cursillo. “Cursillo” is a Spanish word meaning “short course.” Cursillo is a transformative experience where God touches individuals' lives and hearts in a special way. Cursillo Weekends are offered Thursday night through Sunday afternoons three times a year at the Gravatt Camp and Conference near Aiken, SC.
A Cursillo Weekend is a time of encouragement and learning in a positive and spiritual environment for individuals or couples who are already participating members of the Church. Great meals, uplifting music and meaningful worship, short teachings by priest and lay persons, and small group time combine for a fulfilling weekend.
The next Cursillo Weekend takes place October 2-5 at Camp Gravatt in Aiken. Click here to register.
The cost of attending the three days is $200 for a double occupancy room, $250 for single occupancy, and includes meals and lodging from Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon. Scholarships are available as needed. Learn more or download the registration form from the diocesan Cursillo website. Contact Kristin Bennett for more information.
EFM - Education For Ministry
Education for Ministry (EFM) is a four-year program of theological education by extension for the laity offered by the Theology School at Sewanee. Many people have been taught that one must be ordained to be a minister, but our vows at baptism say something different: that all baptized Christians are ministers. EFM offers an opportunity to discover how to respond to the call to Christian service. The program starts September 7 and runs through May. Please contact Kevin Mertens at 864.282.3100 for more information.
