Adults

Sunday Morning

Rally Sunday (September 13) through mid-May

Join us on Sunday mornings for worship, biblical teaching, and opportunities for all ages to grow in faith through fellowship, study, and service. 

The St. Philip's Academy building is located on the corner of Cumberland and State Streets (25 Cumberland Street).

The Gospel of John
The Rev. Jeffrey Miller
Great Hall (St. Philip's Academy), 9:30 a.m.  

Join the Rev. Jeffrey S. Miller, Rector, as he continues his study of the Gospel of John, an extraordinary book breathed out by God. This gospel, described by Martin Luther as the “unique, tender, genuine, and chief Gospel,” has had a profound impact on countless lives and the history of the world. Bring your Bible so that you may fully read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest these remarkable words.

A Journey of Faith (two sessions per year)
The Rev. Andrew O’Dell
Chapel of the Good Shepherd, 9:30 a.m.
Questions? Drop Andrew a line.

Foundations is one of the best ways to get connected at St. Philip's. This semester-long course explores the foundational beliefs of the Christian faith in an environment that allows for conversation and connection. For those who feel led to join St. Philip's, the class will culminate in the service of Confirmation when the bishop makes his annual visitation (typically on the Wednesday in late springr). Foundations is offered both in the fall (beginning on Rally Sunday) and in the winter/spring (generally beginning the Sunday that falls after the New Year). Both newcomers to the church and longtime members will find the journey of Foundations to be an enriching, encouraging and spiritually enlightening experience! 

Foundations is an adult Sunday School class for those who are:

  • New to St. Philip’s, or
  • Looking for a refresher on what we believe as Christians and why we believe it, or
  • The parent of a student currently enrolled in our Confirmation Class, or
  • Interested in:
    • Being baptized
    • Becoming a member of the St. Philip’s family through Confirmation/Reception
    • Having their infant baptized
    • Getting connected into the St. Philip’s community
    • Reaffirming their faith in Jesus Christ

Weekday Clergy-Led

Mid-September through mid-May

Theology on Tuesdays is a bi-weekly gathering of young adults in Charleston who long for meaningful conversation about life and God. We meet in the Whiskey Room at Henry's on the Market, just a short walk from the church. Doors open at 7:00—enjoy pizza and water provided by St. Philip’s and beverages of your choice (cash bar). At 7:30, Alonzo Crawford and Brian McGreevy will begin a 20-minute discussion on a given topic with an anonymous, text-in Q&A to follow. Park for free in the church parking lot—and feel free to bring a friend!

C.S. Lewis's The Voyage of the Dawn Treader
The Rev. Brian K. McGreevy
St. Philip's Church, Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m.

What do a picture on the wall that comes to life and splashes real water out of the frame, a valiant warrior mouse, a petulant boy turned into a dragon, and stars in the heavens that come to earth to retire all have in common? They are all part of the glorious imagery of C.S. Lewis's beloved classic The Voyage of the Dawn Treader, the third book in the Chronicles of Narnia, which is the book we will be studying on Wednesday nights in C.S. Lewis class this year. 

Yet all these marvelous images pale beside the profound spiritual truths contained in this remarkable book--truths about the corrosive nature of temptation, our need for transformation by Jesus rather than just getting good advice, the importance of leaning into our longings for what is Good, True, Beautiful, and Eternal, and so much more. 

Join us on Wednesdays in the church from 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. as we set sail on a voyage through this important book that is full of Gospel truth. No previous reading or knowledge of the Narnia books is necessary.  Come bring a friend and enjoy this journey!

The Book of Genesis
The Rev. Jeffrey Miller
St. Philip's Church, Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. or join online.

The Rector's Thursday Bible Study is THE best way to spend your Thursday lunch hour! Newcomers are welcome and encouraged.

To be notified by email of schedule changes due to weather, special events, etc., please join the Rector's Bible study group or contact Rachel Murphy in the church office.

Adult Ministries