Women's Voices in the Church
Sundays in Lent
Women have played a leading role in the Christian faith from the very beginning, yet their role is too often overlooked and their voices too often go unheard. On Sunday mornings throughout March, in conjunction with Women’s History Month and the meeting of the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations, St. Bart’s features leading women’s voices within the Church and the academic world as our guest speakers at The Forum at 10 am and preachers at our 9 am and 11 am services of Holy Eucharist.
March 5: The Reverend Martha Sterne, Priest and Writer, The Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta
March 12: The Reverend Dr. Eboni Marshall Turman, Associate Professor of Theology and African American Religion, Yale Divinity School
March 19: Dr. Caroline Walker Bynum, University Professor Emerita, Columbia University (The Forum); The Reverend Meredith E. Ward, Associate Rector for Pastoral Care (Preacher)
March 26: The Reverend Dr. Amy Peeler, Associate Professor of New Testament, Wheaton College
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Lenten Organ Recitals
Sundays March 5 & 19 at 4 pm
The tradition of Lenten organ recitals at St. Bart’s goes back many decades and Great Music is delighted to offer two of these 40-minute programs this season. As at last year’s concerts, the organists’ hands and feet will be visible on a large video screen in the chancel.
Paolo Bordignon
Alexander Pattavina
Pathfinders: Taking the Next Step in Christian Community
Sundays at 12:30 pm February 26 - March 26 in person
This five-week course is for anyone who wants to deepen their understanding of the Episcopal Church and the Christian faith, with an open and inclusive lens. Led by St. Bart’s clergy, we’ll explore the Bible, prayer, church history, the liturgical calendar, and the sacraments. Participants may be formally Confirmed or Received into the wider Episcopal Church by the Bishop of New York on April 16.
Online Classes for Lent
Medieval Religious Drama
Thursdays, February 23-March 30,
6:30-8:00 pm via Zoom
In the early 4th century, Christian bishops banned the theater, threatening ex-communication of anyone who attended the theater during Holy Week. By the early 10th century, however, drama revived within the Church itself, with little plays representing and interpreting the Easter story. Join Professor Larry Welborn from Fordham University as he explores the earliest church dramas, offering insight into the life and faith of Medieval Christians. Selected antiphons and scenes will be presented by readers from the St. Bart's Players.
Saturday Mornings @ St. Bart's: The Bible With and Without Jesus
Saturdays, February 25-June 3, 10-11 am via zoom
The Saturday morning discussion group turns to The Bible With and Without Jesus: How Jews and Christians Read the Same Stories Differently by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine and Dr. Marc Zvi Brettler. Newcomers are welcome!
Theology and Television:
The Chosen
Mondays, February 26-April 3,
7-8 pm via Zoom
The series, a favorite of St. Bart’s parishioners, continues its discussion of the popular streaming show about Jesus’ life.
Children, Youth, & Family Events
Sundays in Lent
Services in the Church
Majestic, energetic, bright
* 9 am, with St. Bart's Singers
* 11 am, with St. Bartholomew's Choir (Live streamed)
Services in the Chapel
Intimate, contemplative, quiet
* 8 am, without music
* 5 pm, with congregational singing
Join us for The Forum at 10 am to explore important issues at the intersection of faith and the modern world.
*Free parking available at the Doubletree Hotel Garage (136 E. 51st Street). Voucher required. (Pick up a voucher from St. Bart's Central or one of our ushers.)
LEARN MORE ABOUT SUNDAYS AT ST. BART'S
Ongoing Prayer and Study
Lenten Resolves
Download our Lenten Resolves Booklet
Centering Prayer
Fridays from 9 am - 10 am via Zoom
Clear away the distractions and focus more deeply on God this Lent through the practice of Centering Prayer, led each week by lay facilitators. Register here.
Weekly Bible Study
Wednesdays at 1 pm via Zoom
Thoughtful reflection and lively discussion of the upcoming Sunday readings, hosted by our Rector, the Right Reverend Dean E. Wolfe. Please contact Liz Gillespie to be added to our weekly Bible study via Zoom. Click here for Sunday’s reading.
Living Christ Sangha
Sundays 3-4:30 pm via Zoom
Each Sunday afternoon 3-4:30 pm, a group meets for meditation practice via Zoom. Wear comfortable clothes. The practices are simple and instructions are provided. Our weekly practice consists of sitting meditation, walking meditation, a Dharma reading and sharing as well as feedback for future sessions. All are welcome. Click this link to join on Sunday afternoon (3-4:30 pm)