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Adult Formation

Spiritual formation at St. Paul’s encourages, develops, and supports disciples for ministry in the world. Below are opportunities to deepen your faith, explore God’s Word, and engage in enlightening discussions with fellow parishioners.


Adult Forum – Sunday mornings at 10 am in Norton Hall

Grab a cup of coffee and gather with others as we hear from notable speakers on range of engaging topics at the intersection of faith and daily life. Come listen, learn, and ask questions. Forums are also recorded and posted to St. Paul’s YouTube channel for later viewing.

Sunday Morning Forum Schedule September 18th – May 14th

You can view recordings of most past Adult Forums on the St. Paul's YouTube channel. Click the link below to access.

Click Here to Visit the St. Paul's YouTube Channel


Annual Lecture Series

Each year, we welcome celebrated speakers to honor the legacy of three important figures in St. Paul’s history.

Bishop Mark Dyer Lecture

This annual lecture was established by the Vestry of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in 2017, to remember and honor the life and witness of Bishop Mark Dyer. Bishop Dyer was the Bishop of the Diocese of Bethlehem, leader in the worldwide Anglican Communion, professor of theology at VTS, and parish associate at St. Paul's.

​Benjamin H. Latrobe Lecture

Each year, St. Paul’s hosts a lecture honoring the legacy of architect Benjamin H. Latrobe. Latrobe played a significant role in the design of St. Paul’s Church, which was completed in 1818. Since that time it has been modified, expanded, and renovated, always preserving the basic integrity of Latrobe’s design. The annual lecture typically features an acclaimed church architect and takes place in mid-winter.

​Martha J. Horne Lecture

The Martha J. Horne Lectures were established to recognize and celebrate the significant contributions that Dean Horne has made to the education and formation of many women and men for service in the Church. Her efforts to prepare students have been significant and far-reaching. These lectures strive to honor the commitment she made to the Virginia Theological Seminary during her 13 years as Dean and President and to St. Paul’s through her long-standing ministry as a Parish Associate. The lecture typically takes place in late winter.




Pious Pint

This group meets the third Sunday of every month (during the program year) following the 5 p.m. service for conversation about the intersections of faith and daily life.
Questions? Contact the Rev. Alyse Viggiano – 703-549-3312 x19


Special Formation Events

Lenten Quiet Day – February 25th, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm

Gather at St. Paul’s for a morning of reflection, prayer, and gentle conversation based on the Book of Forgiving: The Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World by Desmond Tutu and Mpho Tutu. Facilitated by the Rev. Jenni Ovenstone. Please contact Jenni at [email protected] to sign up or find out more.

Book description: Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Nobel Peace Prize winner, Chair of The Elders, and Chair of South Africa’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission, along with his daughter, the Reverend Mpho Tutu, offer a manual on the art of forgiveness—helping us to realize that we are all capable of healing and transformation.

For nursery requests, please sign up by February 16th. Otherwise, please sign up by February 23rd. There is a $10 registration fee to offset costs.

Click here to register


Small Groups, Classes, and Studies

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Breath and Body: Fundamentals of Yoga Tuesdays beginning September 13th, 12:30 – 1:30 pm in the Johnston Room

Each session will open with a brief meditative reflection by the Rev. Jenni Ovenstone followed by a 50 minute active yoga class led by parishioner and certified yoga instructor Julianne Belevetz. This class is open to anyone who wants to have fun, learn a bit more about yoga and/or refine their current practice.



Inquirers and Newcomers Classes:

“Deepening Discipleship” Dinner Discussion Course
Wednesday evenings in Lent
March 1st, 8th, 15th,* 29th, and April 5th (*Please note there will be no class, Compline only, on 3/22)
6:00 pm–7:15 pm in Upper Norton Hall.

This course is designed especially for people who are:

  • new to exploring Christian faith, particularly in the Episcopal tradition
  • seeking to re-engage or deepen their spiritual life in community
  • looking for connection and conversation around questions of faith
  • considering making a renewed affirmation or commitment in faith through the sacramental step of Confirmation or Reception in the Episcopal Church.
Each week participants will be asked to view a video in advance from the “Owning our Faith” series taught by the clergy of St. Paul’s. We then gather in person on Wednesday evenings over a light meal for fellowship, reflection, and guided conversation about each week’s theme with the intention of exploring, and more deeply living, our faith.
Participants are encouraged to stay after discussion for Compline by Candlelight worship at 7:30 pm in the church.

​Center for Spiritual Direction

St. Paul’s Center for Spiritual Direction, established in September 2016, serves as an extension of our pastoral ministry and as a resource for spiritual guidance to the parish and to the larger community. To be paired with a spiritual director, contact any of the directors directly or complete the form below. We recommend three sessions with a director to discern if it is the ri…

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St. Paul’s Episcopal Church
228 South Pitt Street
Alexandria, VA 22314

Phone: 703-549-3312

Office Hours:
The parish office is open Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m..

Staff are best reached via email or you may reach them via the auto attendant on the phone message.

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Service Times

The Regular Service schedule resumes Sunday, January 8th and continues through Sunday, May 21st. All worship takes place in the church.

Childcare is available in the Nursery on the first floor of Wilmer Hall for children ages newborn through 4 years old. The Nursery is open each Sunday from 8:45am until 12:15pm.

8:00 am Holy Eucharist: Rite One a traditional spoken service

9:00 am Family Eucharist: Worship for all ages

10:00 am Formation Hour for all ages. Sunday School for ages 4 yrs through 5th grade students. Adult Forum in Upper Norton Hall (varies weekly).

11:00 am Holy Eucharist: Rite Two a service with traditional language, hymns, organ, and choir. Livestream available.

5:00 pm Holy Eucharist: Rite Two a contemplative service with candle lighting and prayers for healing

Monday - Friday

9:00 am Morning Prayer in the chapel

Wednesday

12:00 pm Holy Eucharist Livestream available.



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228 South Pitt St
Alexandria, VA 22314

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