St. Mary’s Church, Selly Oak
Study Groups
“The Way”
This is an informal group of people wishing to explore avenues for spiritual growth. They meet on the second Monday of most months at 7.30pm. The group members take it in turns to lead a discussion on a topic chosen by the group, which can comprise: readings; poetry; images and/or music. All members participate in the discussion and bring examples to share. We conclude the sessions with a short prayer and usually a meditation.
Every year the group arranges a retreat day or a weekend for further reflection and contemplation.
The programme for 2022 is:
A DIFFERENT GROUP PHOTO WILL BE HERE!
14th Feb
14th Mar
9th May
13th Jun
11th Jul
12 Sept
10th Oct
14th Nov
12th Dec
A book that has special meaning in my life.
Walking through the valley of the shadow of death: talking to the terminally ill.
Praying with colour
Discussion: My question as I grow older is not, “Am I qualified to show Jesus to people?” but “Am I weak enough?” Do I accept my failures and the wounds of life as more important than my strengths in witnessing to Jesus?
Communion and buffet.
Celebrating Michaelmas.
Getting to know our new curate Jacob Pallett.
A writer’s perspective on the gospels.
Christmas readings and buffet.
For information on how to join the group, please contact Mary Cutler at: enquiries@stmarysellyoak.org.uk
Issues Group
This is a group that meets monthly on a Thursday evening to discuss topical events and trends.
Book Group
The book group meets mid-week to study a religious book at a leisurely pace. We tend to do three books a year with a couple of novels in between. Please contact the clergy for further details.
Other short courses and groups on the Bible, church life, and prayer run throughout the year. For details see the current This Week's Sheet, the notice board, or contact the clergy.