In addition to the Sunday Worship and the weekly spiritual formation of the liturgy, preaching, prayer, and song, EPC offers classes and practices throughout the year.

During the Lenten season we gather to learn such ancient practices as Lectio Divina and to adapt newer practices like Centering Prayer.

During Advent we explore ways to grow and deepen in Christ as we await Christ’s coming and the celebration of Christmas. Each year we have service of hope and healing called Blue Christmas, in which we lift up to God the times when Christmas is difficult.

On Emmanuel’s campus, you will find a labyrinth painted on the floor of our pavilion. It is always open for anyone to use as part of a devotional practice. Check in at the church office for prayers and readings to use with the walking labyrinth, bring your own, or simply walk on the path inward and outward, giving the Lord space and time in your day.

Some folks find the labyrinth too small, and need space and time to walk out a rambling prayer with God, in which case, the north field to the left of the church is kept mowed for those who wish to stop and walk, commune with nature, and breathe in the Spirit of the Lord. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Pastor Jane who has years of experience in spiritual formation and formative practices.

Each year we host special guest speakers and teachers that add to our formation and understanding of our place in the world as Christians. Most recently, we heard from Dr. Emily Denton from Spalding Univeristy who taught a month-long class on the religions of release: Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism. Dean Victor Judge has led several classes on the theological themes in the writings of Claire Keegan and Emily Dickinson. Keep an eye on the church calendar or send us a query if you are wondering what’s currently going on today!