Small Groups Meeting Online

20s & 30s Anti-Racist Book Study

The anti-racism small group for 20s & 30s meets on the third Thursday of each month from 6 to 7 pm to gather and discuss books/articles from the Saint John’s anti-racist reading list. Contact Courtney Fay for the Zoom link or with any questions.

Anam Cara

Anam Cara is a group for women exploring an experiential and contemplative approach to Celtic Christianity. Share weekly reflections via Google Docs. Contact Jennifer Allen at or come to a Zoom gathering for prayer, silence, Celtic chants, and reflections on the first Tuesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 pm. Contact Pat Petrash at for the Zoom link.

Bible Study

All are welcome to join a virtual weekly, hour long bible study hosted by David Abbott. The group meets Fridays at 11 am via Zoom. Using a variety of translations and the HarperCollins Study Bible, the group will explore Paul’s seven authentic letters and the many ways they may surprise us with their compassionate and progressive message. Please contact David Abbott at  for more information and to be invited to this ongoing bible study.

Centering Prayer

All are welcome for Centering Prayer via Zoom on Sundays from 5 to 5:45 pm for Taizé chant, opening prayer, 20 minutes of silence, and closing prayer. Contact Pat Petrash at for the Zoom link.

Night Prayers in the Desert

All are invited to join us each Sunday at 7 pm via Zoom for Night Prayers in the Desert. We will use the Night Prayer liturgy from the New Zealand Book of Prayer. This service includes music, readings, and reflection. Please contact Liz Wolfert at  to be added to the email list.

Spiritual Direction

The spiritual directors are still here for you and are meeting directees through Zoom or telephone. Please contact Canon Katie Pearson at  to be connected with a spiritual director.

Sunday Book Group

This book group meets monthly on Sunday afternoons. The schedule and book list for 2021 is here. Please contact Diane Neumann at to join the Zoom discussion.