Connections
We grow together as a church, not only through worship and service but also in community. Through the Connections Ministry, you can attend community-centric events and classes, while actively growing in your faith and spiritual formation. Please check out the Calendar for all upcoming Connections events.
Becoming Beloved Community
Becoming Beloved Community helps the parish create ongoing programs and activities that support The Episcopal Church’s long-term commitment to racial healing, reconciliation, and justice, with greater care for and preservation of God’s creation. Join us in dreaming and working to foster Beloved Communities where all people may experience dignity and abundant life and see themselves and others as beloved children of God.
The team meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. We welcome visitors or those interested in our work.
Bible Study
Drop in to learn and leave enlightened! We’ll take turns reading the scriptures and passages followed by a lively discussion. No prep. No homework. That’s how we like it—we hope you’ll join us!
We meet Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. in person at St. Barnabas and online via Zoom.
Book Club
Do you love to read? Join the St. B. book club! We meet at 7 p.m. on the second Wednesday of the month at the church. Plus, we provide a Zoom link for those wishing to participate online. Check our calendar for upcoming gatherings. Books are listed in the event for that month.
Breath of Life
Exercise with us - come enjoy standing or seated exercise. All skill levels are welcome. We meet weekly in the Great Hall. On the third week of the month, we have a yoga instructor lead our group. Other weeks we walk or do circuit exercises together.
Bridge
Do you like card games? Join us for bridge! All levels, including beginners, are welcome.
Ladies Bridge
Every other Thursday, 11:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Great Hall.
Couple’s Bridge
First Friday of the month, Noon in the Great Hall. Please come with a partner. Partners need not to be couples or spouses, friends and family members are welcome!
Life of Prayer
Learn and practice ancient to contemporary forms of prayer. The Life of Prayer group meets every Monday in the Chapel of the Rose.
Men’s Coffee
The Men's Coffee Group meets on the third Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM. Join us at the Dunkin Donuts backroom at 9321 Montgomery Rd. There is no agenda or set discussion topics, just some laid-back morning of camaraderie, catching up, coffee, juice, donuts or other snack items of your choice.
Sunday 9 a.m. Reflection Group
Join Rev. Jane between the services for a reflection on different topics related to faith and life. Past reflection groups have included discussions about finding God in the news; Poetry and Resurrection; The Universal Christ by Richard Rohr; The Way of Love; Spiritual practices; and social issues. All are welcome for conversation and community every Sunday at 9 a.m.