SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

Formation Classes Start on Sunday

This Sunday, September 7, we begin a new season of Christian formation for all ages. Whether you’re 3 or 93, there’s a place for you to grow in faith, deepen your understanding of Scripture, and connect with our church community. Here’s a look at what’s being offered this fall:

🟢 Children’s Formation

Level I (Ages 3.5–Kindergarten)
Our youngest learners are welcomed into the atrium, where they begin to experience the wonder of God’s love. This fall, they will discover that Jesus is the Good Shepherd who knows, loves, and cares for each of His sheep. Through hands-on activities and prayerful work, they learn how to live in God’s presence.

Level II (1st–3rd Grade)
In this age group, children begin to see the bigger picture of God’s plan. We’ll explore the image of the True Vine and what it means to live in community, deepen our understanding of the liturgy and sacraments, and connect Scripture stories to God’s unfolding story of salvation.

Level III (4th–6th Grade)
Older children are ready to wrestle with big questions of faith and life. This fall, we’ll journey through salvation history—from Creation to Christ’s return—and reflect on what it means to live with responsibility, justice, and service in response to the Gospel.

🟡 Youth Formation (Grades 7–12)

Our youth will be diving into a new series called Let Them Cook, which explores leadership in both the Old and New Testaments. Together, we’ll look at how faithful leaders listened to God, guided their communities, and shaped the life of the Church, all while asking what this means for young people called to lead today.

🔵 Adult Formation

Why the Mystics Still Matter Now (Part 2)
Led by Greg Voiles, this class continues the journey begun in Why the Mystics Matter Now. Together, we’ll explore the lives, practices, and teachings of Christian mystics—both within and beyond the Anglican tradition—and discover how their contemplative wisdom speaks into our own time and struggles.

In the Beginning...
Why do we have four Gospels, and what makes each one unique? Join Fr. Josh and Dr. Ricky Shinall as they guide us through the opening passages of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Together, we’ll uncover how each Gospel shapes our understanding of Jesus and the Good News for our lives today.

Please join us this Sunday for Holy Eucharist at 8:30 or 11:00 a.m. The 8:30 service will be live-streamed and available on demand for later viewing. Fr. Josh will be preaching this Sunday.

For Families: The nursery will open at 8:15 a.m. for ages 0–3 years, and the 8:30 service will include a children's homily for 3 years through 6th grade.

Small groups at St. B's are intentional communities created to build connection and foster spiritual formation. This fall we'll be offering the following groups:

Women's & Men's Small Groups

These groups meet for 8-9 weeks with meeting time to be determined by group schedule. These groups will share their faith stories and begin to explore spiritual practices through The Way of Love curriculum. These groups will be limited to 8-10 participants each and begin in late September/early October.

All Ages and Stages Small Group

Shannon and Jason Truss will be leading a small group focused on building community and deepening your spiritual life (most) Monday nights at 6:30 p.m. at St. B's. This group is open to all and people from all ages and stages of life are welcome to join. The group will be limited to 12 members and begin September 22.

Centering Prayer Small Group

Centering Prayer is a receptive method of Christian silent prayer which deepens our relationship with God. This group will meet on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. at St. B's and last for a little over an hour. This group will be facilitated by Lee Shaw and begin September 23.

Please sign-up for a small group here no later than Friday, September 19. If you have any questions, please email Rev. Heather.

Whether you have been at St. B's for one week or over a year, you are invited to join Fr. Josh for a light lunch for newcomers in Wallace Hall at 12:15 p.m. on Sunday, October 5. Children are welcome.

Click here to RSVP by Thursday, October 2.

We were blessed that the entire Swihart family served in worship on St. B's Day!

From Sunday, September 7 – Sunday, October 5, we’ll be collecting food donations to support The Branch. Their most-needed items include pasta, tomato sauce, peanut butter, and cereal. Protein items like tuna are always welcome as well.

Please bring donations and place them in the collection bin located in the lobby by the Gym. All items will be delivered during our next visit to The Branch on October 11.

If you'd like to get involved with our partnership with Head Middle School, Head's AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) teacher, Mr. Brown, hosts a speaker series on Fridays where adults come and talk about their career path, what led them there, and what they enjoy about their specific career. Interested in speaking on September 19 or 26? If so, email Leslie to get connected!

The Children's Formation Team is looking for caring adults to support our children and their formation. It’s a simple but meaningful way to serve our families and support our parish community. If you're interested please click here.

👶🏽 Love caring for little ones? Volunteers ages 8–12 are welcome to help with a parent, and those 12 and older may serve on their own. We especially need extra hands during the 8:30 a.m. service. Sign up to volunteer here.

Want to serve all morning on Sundays and get paid? Email nursery@stbs.net for details.

For more events and happenings that are meaningful in the lives of St. B's parishioners, please check out the Community Bulletin Board online.

For Peace Among the Nations

– The Book of Common Prayer

🙏 Are you interested in being a Prayer Desk Volunteer during Sunday service? We are in need of volunteers, specifically for the 11:00 a.m. service. If so, please reach out to Pam MacArthur via email or by phone (615-519-1309).

• PRAYER REQUESTS •

If you have a prayer request or would like to add a name to the prayers, please send an email. 

Receive prayer on Sundays after communion at the prayer desk nearest the pulpit or on Wednesdays after the 12:15 p.m. Holy Eucharist. 

• WEEKLY SERVICES •

Wednesday 
Holy Eucharist with Healing Prayers in the Nave, 12:15 p.m. 

Sunday
Holy Eucharist in the Nave, 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. 

ST. BARTHOLOMEW'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH

4800 Belmont Park Terrace, Nashville TN 37215

stbs.net  •   615.377.4750