Groups and Classes
We gather for worship regularly & and meet throughout the week for formation in community
One phrase you will hear often around St. Thomas is all may, some should, none must. That is a great way to describe our Groups & Classes! In the past, we have really prioritized doing one thing at a time. As our church continues to mature and grow, we want to offer more varied opportunities for formation in community. This isn’t for the sake of busyness, but in order to better serve our growing young church and those the Lord is bringing into our midst. The idea is not for everybody to do everything, but for you to prayerfully look through this list and see what you should do this Fall.
Fall 2026 Groups
There are lots of Groups and gatherings happening this Fall!
One of the main options for all adults at St. Thomas are our Fall Home Groups. Starting after Labor Day, we will gather throughout the week in living rooms, backyards, and around dinning room tables. By discussing the Sunday readings and sermon, these groups will give us an opportunity to apply what we hear and participate in on Sunday to our daily lives.
As our church continues to grow, groups provide an opportunity for individuals and families to continue growing spiritually and relationally.
You can sign up using this Google Form to participate in one of our Fall Home Groups and let us know if you would like to host and / or facilitate a group.
Coffee & Conversations - A group specifically for ladies that meets weekly for connection, in love and acceptance, to support each other in our daily walk with Christ. It’s a special time of fellowship, prayer, reading the scripture and discussing the previous Sunday's sermon over a warm cup of coffee or tea. We have a weekly email forum of continued conversations to help keep us connected through our "Prayer & Praise" lists. Mainly, as our bonds have grown tighter, in spite of our various ages and backgrounds, there is much love and laughter each week.
This group meets on Thursday mornings from 10:30 am - noon at the Parish House (395 S. Church St. Athens, GA 30605) and is led by Frances Chapman, who also serves on our Shepherding Team. Reach out to Frances for more information.
Church Fathers Study - A Study Group specifically for men that meets on the 1st Monday every month from 7:45 pm - 9:15 pm at the Parish House (395 S. Church St. Athens, GA 30605). This group is led by Andreas Copan, who also serves on our Vestry. Reach out to Andreas for more information.
Men’s Morning Book Study - A book discussion for men that meets every Tuesday morning in the fellowship hall from 8:30 AM - 9:30 Am. This fall the group will be discussing C. Fitzsimons Allison’s book, “Trust in an Age of Arrogance.” Meetings will begin September 8th. Reach out to Mike for more information.
Fall Classes Led By St. Thomas Clergy
Anglican Essentials - Our Rector, Fr. Daniel Adkinson led a 4 week class on Anglican Essentials in September. Those who completed the course had the option to be Confirmed when Archbishop Foley Beach visited. This is a regular offering. If you missed the class this Fall, look for it to be offered again. We alternate offering it as a weekly class and a weekend intensive / retreat.
Foundations - Foundations is an intensive 8-month discipleship experience led by our Rector, Fr. Daniel Adkinson. Foundations meets on Saturday mornings for prayer, discussion, and study. Foundations includes an overview of the big story of the Bible, the Christian life, and basic spiritual disciplines. Participants share a simple rule of life for the year. We will spend most of our time together walking through the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) and the Upper Room Discourse (John 13-17). The 2026 - 2027 Foundations cohort is currently meeting. Let Fr. Daniel know if you are interested in participating the next time it is offered.
Deacon Tex Bagley coordinates our Groups & Classes
Contact Information:
Deacon Tex Bagley - tex@stacathens.org