ONLINE LUNCH & LEARNLunch & Learn began as a response to a simple question: What if we offered short courses for busy people during lunch? Many local parish adult education programs occur in the evening, which can be difficult for those who prefer to avoid driving at night or want to avoid giving up their evening after a long workday. By scheduling midday, we could cater to those who could easily commute to the school late in the morning and leave before evening traffic. And so, Lunch & Learn was born. JOIN US!
Arriving on Thursdays in Advent
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Advent is a season of anticipation, waiting, and often about finding light in the darkness. Each liturgical year (Cycles A. B & C) focuses on one of the synoptic gospels. On the first Sunday in Advent 2024 we open the gospel of Luke. Our conversation for Lunch & Learn will explore the Christian story through the eyes, ears and voice of Luke.
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Join The Reverend Michael F. Delaney, Vicar, St. James of Jerusalem, Oceanside.
Mid-day following three Thursdays in Advent: December 5th, 12th, and 19th 12:00 Noon -- 1:00 p.m. via ZOOM. |
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Attention Rectors & Priests in Charge
LAY EUCHARISTIC VISITOR TRAINING SESSION
Saturday, December 7th at 10 am
MERCER SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY
MERCER SCHOOL OF THEOLOGY
Instructor
The Rt. Rev. Lawrence C. Provenzano
This workshop will prepare those nominated by their clergy to act as Lay Eucharistic Visitors to those hospitalized, confined to rehabilitation and nursing institutions, and the homebound. With the support of their rector/clergy-in-charge, those who participate in this workshop can then be licensed by the Bishop's Office as Lay Eucharistic Visitors.
Clergy must register their EV candidates by contacting the Mercer Office in writing or by email ([email protected]). Written permission to serve as an EV is required for all participants. Proof of their completion of required Safe Church training from 2023 or sooner will be required for their final licensing. REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 21st
There is no fee for this event. Space is limited.
The Rt. Rev. Lawrence C. Provenzano
This workshop will prepare those nominated by their clergy to act as Lay Eucharistic Visitors to those hospitalized, confined to rehabilitation and nursing institutions, and the homebound. With the support of their rector/clergy-in-charge, those who participate in this workshop can then be licensed by the Bishop's Office as Lay Eucharistic Visitors.
Clergy must register their EV candidates by contacting the Mercer Office in writing or by email ([email protected]). Written permission to serve as an EV is required for all participants. Proof of their completion of required Safe Church training from 2023 or sooner will be required for their final licensing. REGISTRATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NOVEMBER 21st
There is no fee for this event. Space is limited.
Welcome to a New
Academic Year at Mercer!
The School for Ministry began the first semester of its seventh year of operation with our revised three-year curriculum. Ten ordinands and twenty-four clergy and lay audit students enrolled in one or more of the ten courses offered. We have already begun planning for our second semester, which starts in February 2025.
Still online? Yes. We will continue to offer both our online core curriculum and program and our popular Lunch and Learn sessions on Zoom through June 2025.
Focus. We will stay laser-focused on our academic program supporting the formation of deacons for the Church while providing opportunities for clergy and laity to engage in the study of scripture, theology, church history, liturgy, and other churchy topics along with our ordination track students. There is no charge, and full participation in courses is encouraged.
Courses. We have designed our spring semester and will offer seven courses from our three-year program. We plan to post the spring online catalog on our website before the end of the year. Visit the Mercer booth at our Diocesan Convention in November to get a first look! Further details about our curriculum are available at:
https://www.mercerschool.org/courses-of-study.html
Faculty. Any school is only as good as its faculty. Most of our instructors have earned doctorates or other advanced academic degrees in their fields. Last year, we added three new, experienced scripture teachers. Beginning this academic year, we welcome Dr. Laura Nelson (philosophy and ethics), The Rev. Dr. Clair McPherson (church history), and The Rev. Jenn Pilat (liturgics) to the team.
Their biographies are posted on the school website at:
https://www.mercerschool.org/instructors.html
Still online? Yes. We will continue to offer both our online core curriculum and program and our popular Lunch and Learn sessions on Zoom through June 2025.
Focus. We will stay laser-focused on our academic program supporting the formation of deacons for the Church while providing opportunities for clergy and laity to engage in the study of scripture, theology, church history, liturgy, and other churchy topics along with our ordination track students. There is no charge, and full participation in courses is encouraged.
Courses. We have designed our spring semester and will offer seven courses from our three-year program. We plan to post the spring online catalog on our website before the end of the year. Visit the Mercer booth at our Diocesan Convention in November to get a first look! Further details about our curriculum are available at:
https://www.mercerschool.org/courses-of-study.html
Faculty. Any school is only as good as its faculty. Most of our instructors have earned doctorates or other advanced academic degrees in their fields. Last year, we added three new, experienced scripture teachers. Beginning this academic year, we welcome Dr. Laura Nelson (philosophy and ethics), The Rev. Dr. Clair McPherson (church history), and The Rev. Jenn Pilat (liturgics) to the team.
Their biographies are posted on the school website at:
https://www.mercerschool.org/instructors.html
Self-Study Course in Episcopal Church Law
New Updates coming soon!
We are excited to announce the Episcopal Church Law Self-Study Course. In a web-based multimedia format, you will be introduced to the structures and laws (canons) which make up the unique “polity” of the Episcopal Church.
In addition, we will consider the intersection of “church law,” as described in the constitutions and canons of the General Convention and the Diocese of Long Island, with the varieties of secular law.
This new format allows you to take the course at your own pace on your own schedule. This course is designed for clergy and lay leaders.
Registration is required.
Please check back soon.
In addition, we will consider the intersection of “church law,” as described in the constitutions and canons of the General Convention and the Diocese of Long Island, with the varieties of secular law.
This new format allows you to take the course at your own pace on your own schedule. This course is designed for clergy and lay leaders.
Registration is required.
Please check back soon.
More information about our School for Ministry program, please click here and contact Director of Academic Programs - Canon Ted Gerbracht [email protected].
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