Adult Formation
At Saint Peter's, we offer various opportunities for spiritual growth and deepening your faith. Join us in prayer, socializing, and serving together as a faith community. Attend programs on Christian Spirituality, prayer practices, and Bible studies led by members of the congregation like Jeff, Mark, Carlyle, and Kathy. Check the bulletin for special events to nourish your mind, heart, and soul. Contact the office or clergy for more information.
The Rev. Paula Waite M.Th., ACC
Timothy "David" Schofield Jr. MSc, MACM, Chaplain
Creation Care: Water, Water everywhere...
David was a marine mammal conservation biologist for 33 years working for the National Aquarium in Baltimore and for NOAA's Pacific Island Regional Office. He holds a Master of Science degree in neonatal bottlenose dolphin behavioral development and, more recently, a Master of Arts in Christian Ministry. He moved from Hawaii in 2021 to Lewes, DE to be closer to his mother and to start a Hawaiian Outrigger Canoe Ministry. He likes to share animal rescue and conservation stories while connecting people to Biblical concepts of creation care.
to register visit https://soah-de.org/
Nancy Alexander, Executive Director, Community Resource Center -
Due to space limitations, the Labyrinth Walk has been canceled. We appreciate your understanding and will share the rescheduled date soon.
the Rev. Kathryn Andonian -
Thursday, July 3, 2025 we will offer "Walking the Labyrinth: A Path to Peace, Hope, and Wisdom." Our facilitators will be:
The Rev. Kathryn Andonian is one of the many retired clergy who make their spiritual home at St. Peter’s. Prior to moving to the
Delaware Beaches in mid-2023, Kathy served as rector of a
growing, multi-generational, and innovative parish in Pennsylvania for nearly 20 years. Prior to her second vocation as an Episcopal priest, Kathy enjoyed a first career in public policy in the areas of gerontology and health care. Kathy is an avid quilter. She and her husband, Marc, are enjoying this new season of life and this welcoming church community.
Rebecca Fitton, a newcomer to St. Peter’s, is an advanced trained labyrinth facilitator. Her interest in labyrinths began in 2004. She has attended labyrinth conferences in the United States and at Chartres Cathedral in France. Her facilitator training workshops were in 2006 and 2025. Walking the sacred path of a labyrinth is an inherent part of Rebecca’s spiritual life.
the Rev. Dr. Elizabeth Kaeton -
the Rev. Fred Day – (May be expanded)
Lisa Swanger, Director of Outreach & Education at the Delaware Center for the Inland Bays -
Monks without Temples: the future of the church with the Rev. Jeffrey Ross, Rector, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes, DE
When Thomas Cranmer penned the first Book of Common Prayer in 1549, he fused together the monastic breviary with the worship services of the parish church to create one book to guide the Anglican Church and shape the formation of its members. In her book, The Great Emergence, Phyllis Tickle postulated that every 500 years or so the church engages in a major reappraisal of itself, not unlike a garage sale, in which we bring everything out of the house and decide what to put back in for the next 500 years or so. We are now approaching the 500th anniversary of the first Book of Common Prayer and are in the midst of another one of those reformation moments. We have seen denominational identity become less important for many Christians and a renewed interest in monastic practices and communities. This presentation will compare and contrast the gifts of both the congregational and monastic traditions of the last 500 years in search of a coherent understanding of where we are going as the Church and the potential impact for congregations.
T.J. Thomas, Minister of Music, St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Lewes, DE –
Taieshia Hyacinth, urban farmer, culinary artisan, and educator based in Dover, DE -
Following a Power Point Presentation by Jessica Clark, Journalist, First State African
American Black Farmers Association will present a panel discussing experiences and challenges.
Summer Spiritualty Series
St. Peter's hosts the Summer Spirituality Series from Memorial Day to Labor Day on Thursdays at 7 p.m. The series has proven to be a huge success, with standing room only on several occasions. Inspirational speakers present a diverse range of topics. Many attendees from the surrounding community enjoy free ice cream and fellowship after each presentation.
Summer Spirituality Series
This very popular series returns every summer with a great line up of presentations. Come join us Thursday evenings in the Parish Hall as we explore topics, different services, and our own spiritual practices. Each session starts at 7pm and ends with ice cream from King's Ice Cream. The series runs from the Thursday after Memorial Day until the Thursday before Labor Day every year.
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Centering Prayer
Deepening Your Spiritual Journey: Centering Prayer
Most of us want to deepen our experience of the presence of God. Centering Prayer, a form of Christian meditation, is a way to do just that. It is a simple prayer practice that requires no prior experience or knowledge – just a willingness to go deeper in our relationship with God.
We will begin a new Centering Prayer Group on January 15th at 10:30 a.m. in the Parish Hall. You are invited! The Centering Prayer practice will be taught. We will also watch Father Thomas Keating’s video series titled, “The Spiritual Journey.” For more information, contact Mother Carlyle Gill.
Contact the office to get login information or Subscribe to our Weekly E-blast to receive group updates and learn more about our current book.
SCRIPTURE, TRADITION AND REASON
Explore your own spirituality and relationship to Christ and the Universe
Study to Engage, Challenge and Enrich Your Spirit by:
Meeting weekly on Tuesdays from 1pm-3pm beginning Sept. 9th.(Full)
Leaders: Jackie Ferris and Robert Gotwalt
The books for this class will be provided for you.
Meeting weekly on Wednesday from 5pm-7pm beginning Sept. 10th.
(Spaces Available)
Leaders: the Rev. Jeff Ross and the Rev. Deacon Chris Miller-Marcin
Participants in the Wednesday class will need to purchase their own books.
Be open and willing to listen to all ideas.
Explore your own spirituality and relationship to Christ and the Universe. The class size is limited to 12 and is currently full. Please contact the office to add your name to the waitlist. Contact Robert Gotwalt for any additional class information.
SCRIPTURE, TRADITION, AND REASON
Explore your own spirituality and relationship to Christ and the Universe.
Study to Engage, Challenge and Enrich Your Spirit by:
Meeting weekly on Tuesdays from 1pm-3pm beginning in September (Full)
Meeting weekly on Wednesday from 5-7 beginning in September.
To sign up contact the office.
Be open and willing to listen to all ideas.
Explore your own spirituality and relationship to Christ and the Universe. The class size is limited to 12 and is currently full. Please contact the office to add your name to the waitlist. Contact Robert Gotwalt for any additional class information.
Men's Spirituality
A Spiritual and Personal Growth Discussion Group for Men
We will meet on Monday, May 8, from 7-8:30 p.m., for open and lively conversation about growth issues in our lives. All men are welcome to join us for this time of enriching discussion of spiritual matters without judgment or criticism.
This will be a “hybrid” meeting -- those who wish to meet in person can gather in the Conference Room in the church basement, with masks recommended but not required; We will also broadcast via Zoom. Contact the office or subscribe to the eblast for the meeting Id and Passcode.
Our normal meeting schedule is the second and fourth Monday of each month.
Thursday Bible Study 9:30 am
The Thursday morning 9:30 am group follows the hybrid model: in-person for those who are comfortable gathering together, or via Zoom for those who either need or want to join from home. This group has lively and informative discussions about the text they are studying together. There is always room for more participants if you are interested.
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For those participating via Zoom contact the office for the log in information.
St. Peter's Readers
ST. PETER'S READERS
St Peter’s Readers are continuing to meet using a hybrid meeting format. We meet in person in the church conference room and on Zoom. Contact the office for the zoom log in information or subscribe to our e-blast. Our meetings are on the third Sunday of the month at 5 p.m., during daylight savings time and at 4 p.m. during standard time.
If you would like to be added or deleted from our email list, please contact Roberta Williams Lindsay or Carole Somers.
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Women's Spirituality Group
The WSG meets on the 1st & 3rd Fridays at 10:30 am in the Community (Parish) Hall. Books are chosen by the women and facilitated by the Rev. Dr. Carol Flett. Join in our group for amazing discussions. Women are always welcome to attend, even if you have not read the book. Subscribe to our weekly email for updates on what we are reading and discussing. For questions, contact revflett@gmail.com.
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