2023 Lenten Study Class

​     Join Fr. Warren for a six-week Lenten Study “Practicing Compassion with all your Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind” starting Thursday, March 2, at 10 am in the Parish Hall. (The study is part of the Living Compass series.) Register for the class in the Parish Office during the week or on Sunday morning. A free study booklet will be provided
​​2023 Lenten Suppers/Guest Lecturers
     The Lenten Supper Speakers’ series, New Beginnings, will be held each Wednesday beginning March 1, and running through Wednesday, March 29.  The speaker lineup is:
March 1, Canon Pam Hyde: Care for Creation
March 8, Cameron Taylor (Head of School) and
  The Rev. Susan Smith (Chaplain and Co-Founder) of Imago Dei Middle School in Tucson
March 15, Jeannie North, Bereavement Care
March 22, The Rev. Dr. Sam Dessordi Leite, St. James the Apostle, Tempe
   Franciscan Spirituality and Third Order Franciscans
March 29, Gary and Pam Chambers, Stress Busters--
   Care for Caregivers of people with Dementia
April 5, Fr. Warren: Seder Supper
Week 1:  March 1, Canon Pam Hyde: Care for Creation
Week 2: Cameron Taylor & The Rev. Susan Smith of Imago Dei School
Week 3: March 15, Jeannie North, Bereavement Care
​Week 4: March 22, The Rev. Dr. Sam Dessordi Leite
Week 5: March 29, Gary & Pam Chambers

Episcopal 101

​Introduction to the Episcopal Church
Fr. Warren taught a one-hour introductory class on the Episcopal Church on Tuesdays in October and November 2022. If you are new to the Episcopal vibe – or would just like to brush-up your knowledge – this class will give you what you need. (Note: Session 6 was a tour of the church and was not recorded.)
Session 1
Session 2 - In this session the Rev. Judith Turberg goes over the prayer book.
Session 3 - 
Session 4 -
Session 5 - 
Session 7 -

Adult Faith Formation

Lenten Study with Fr. Warren
Living Well Through Lent 2022
Theme: Letting Go with All Your Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind
Week 2:
Week 3:
Week 4:
Week 5:
​​2022 Lenten Suppers/Guest Lecturers
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​ Our guest lecturers for the 2022 Wednesday Lenten Series include Rev. Kim Crecca, The Rev. Laura Adelia, The Rev. John Caleb-Collins, Bishop Jennifer Reddall, Canon Anita Braden , and Fr. Warren Leibovitch. Fr. Warren’s presentation will include a Seder Meal. 
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Week 1: March 9, 2022 - Canon Debbie Royals 
Week 2: March 16, 2022 - Rev. Kim Crecca
Week 3: March 23, 2022 - Rev John Caleb-Collins
Week 4: March 30, 2022 - Bishop Jennifer Reddall
Week 5 - Rev Canon Anita Branden
Life And Message of St. Francis Of Assisi
An exploration of how the historical person of St. Francis of Assisi exemplified the mission of our parish, “to live as Christ’s heart and hands in the world.”   Dr. Arthur Remillard, Professor of Religious Studies at Saint Francis University, summarizes St. Francis’ life and legacy.
March 3, 2022
​Saint Francis Beyond the Birdbath
Dr. Arthur Remillard
Professor of Religious Studies
​Saint Francis University
Advent Study
​Led by Fr. Warren
You are invited to join Fr. Warren for an Advent study to include daily reflections and practices throughout the four weeks of Advent, similar to the Lenten series. The theme of the study is Practicing Patience with all your Heart, Soul, Strength, and Mind. 
Week One, November 30: Practicing Awareness of Our Impatience
Week Two, December 7: Practicing Patience with Ourselves
Week Three, December 14: Practicing Patience with Others
Week Four, December 21: Practicing Patience with God.
Plan to join Fr. Warren at 10 am in the Parish Hall for every session; he will be delighted to see you.
Session 1:  November 30, 2021
Practicing Awareness of Our Impatience
​Dr. Warren Leibovitch
Session 2:  December 7, 2021
Practicing Patience with Ourselves
​Dr. Warren Leibovitch
Session 3:  December 14, 2021
Practicing Patience with Others
​Dr. Warren Leibovitch
Session 4:  December 21, 2021
Practicing Patience with God.
​Dr. Warren Leibovitch
Rooted in Love
The Episcopal Way
            You are invited to join us for a course to explore how to grow your spirituality and faith! Although Episcopal clergy will teach our classes all who are interested in learning about the Christian faith through an episcopal lens are welcome to attend. And you are welcome to select or drop classes as you schedule allows.
                     Didn't catch the class in person?  No problem.  You can catchup here.  The classes were recorded, and the videos are available here or on YouTube for viewing any time.
Session 1   October 27, 2021 
​Dr. Warren Leibovitch​
Session 2   November 3, 2021 
​Dr. Warren Leibovitch
Session 3  November 10, 2021
Deacon Becky Williamson
Session 4  November 17, 2021
​Rev. Judy Turberg
Session 5  November 24, 2021
​Rev. Judy Turberg

Inquirers Class

For those who are new to the Episcopal Church, we offer a multi-week course on the beliefs, worship, and governance of the Episcopal Church -- a sort of "Episcopal 101" class.  This course is scheduled when there are enough potential attendees to hold a class, and is open to Episcopalians who want a refresher course as well as those new to the Episcopal faith.  Please check with the St. Francis office to express your interest or inquire about the timing of the next course offering.