Lent, Holy Week, and Easter at St. Peter’s
March 25, 2022 by Saint Peter's in Latest News
View a schedule of services and other activities at St. Peter’s during this most holy of times.
John Bell of the Iona Community is coming to Maine
Rev. John Bell, celebrated preacher, hymn writer, song leader, and inspiring member of the Iona Community in Scotland, will lead us in singing & exploring various dimensions of faithful and engaged living. Friday, March 25 through Tuesday, March 29. All events are open to the public (free will offering).
Lenten Scripture Study Program: Pardes
This Lent we will focus on the spiritual practice of reading Scripture using PRDS or Pardes. Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm in the parlor. Those who would like to join the group online may do so on Zoom. Please call the church office to get the link. This form of “reading” is derived from the Jewish mystical tradition developed by and for rabbis during the Middle Ages. It is Bible Study that purposefully engages all of you: mind, heart, body, and soul to strengthen your consciousness of the reality of the spiritual world
Ancient Celtic Gifts for Modern Times: A Workshop with John L. Bell
We are excited to announce that St. Peter’s will host a workshop with John Bell on Saturday March 26, from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM. The workshop is titled “Ancient Celtic Gifts for Modern Times.”
Ash Wednesday
On Wednesday, March 2, two Ash Wednesday services will be held at St. Peter’s: A contemplative Eucharist at 7:00 AM in the chapel, and Holy Eucharist at 5:30 PM in the main sanctuary.
Centering Prayer Group Temporarily Suspended
Given the current evidence that vaccinated and boostered persons are contracting the omicron virus, the Centering Pray group has made the decision to temporarily suspend meeting either in-person at the
Sacred Ground 2022
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is sponsoring this study program developed by The Episcopal Church that brings awareness of racial history in this country. Sessions will run every other Wednesday, 5:30 – 7:00 PM on Zoom, beginning January 5. Registration closes on December 29.
Festival Service of Lessons and Carols
Sunday, September 19, at 5:30 PM. This beloved service ushers in the end of our Advent waiting and prepares us for Christmas in just five days.
Advent Quiet Day
Saturday, December 18, from 2:00 to 5:00 PM, in the church. Lael will offer brief reflections on the hour, but this is really an opportunity for you to get away from the hustle and bustle of the pre-Christmas season and enter into some quiet.
Advent and Christmas Services and Activities at St. Peter’s
See what’s happening at St. Peter’s in Advent, Christmas, and Epiphany.