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  • WINTER 2026 SMALL GROUP STUDIES

    In an endeavor to provide more opportunities for learning, connection with one another, and spiritual growth, below you will find our list of small groups for January 2026. Some are just a few weeks long, and others continue for a couple of months.

    Please read through them and then register to join one (if required). The groups which are meeting in homes have limited capacity—please sign up to reserve your place. Several other groups do not need registration, and do not have a capacity limit. Mark them on your calendars, and attend as you are able to do so.

    We are on a journey together, pursuing a life-changing experience with God, and discovering the treasures of the ancient Orthodox Faith.

    Read through the various Small Group studies available, and then choose which one you would like to register to attend.  4 of them require registration (attendance is limited); 3 of them do not (everyone is welcome to attend any of the meetings).

  • HOW TO READ THE BIBLE

    Leader: Dn. Micah Friesen

    guinnessforbreakfast@gmail.com

    *Registration Required -- Click HERE to join this group*

    WHO:     Open to everyone; 12-person capacity

    WHAT:    A 6-week Home Group study to introduce those attending to the traditional and historical Orthodox way to approach and read the Holy Scriptures. If you love the Bible, then you will enjoy participating in this 6-week discussion group.

    WHEN:   Group meets Monday evenings, starting Jan. 12. 7-9 PM

    WHERE:  At the home of Tony and Stephanie Zerbin, 512 Butchart Dr NW, Edmonton.

  • GOSPEL OF MARK

    Leader: Fr. Seraphim Bohatskyi

    s.bohatskiy@gmail.com

    *Registration Required -- Click HERE to join this group*

    WHO:     Open to everyone; 12-person capacity

    WHAT:    This 9-week Home Group Bible Study will help you read and understand the Gospel of Mark in the light of Holy Tradition, seeking a deeper communion with Christ and the strengthening of our life in Him

    WHEN:  Thursday evenings, starting Jan. 15. 7-9 PM

    WHERE:  Home of James and Melanie Samaroden, 1022-108 St. NW, Edmonton

  • LIONHEART SESSIONS (for men)

    Leader: Brendan Schmidt

    Brendanschmidt92@gmail.com

    *Registration Required -- Click HERE to join this group*

    WHO:    Open to men of the parish; 12-person capacity

    WHAT:    A 4-week men’s group study to help engage men in parish life and challenge them to evaluate what it means to be an intentional Orthodox Christian man, focusing on relationships and spiritual pursuits.

    WHEN:  Thursday evenings, starting Jan. 8. 6:30-8 PM

    WHERE:  Home of Brenden and Destany Schmidt, 43 Tilia Place, Spruce Grove

  • MOM AND TOTS

    Leader: Jill Karampelas

    jillkarampelas@gmail.com

    *No Registration Required*

    WHO:     Open to all women with children under 5 yrs

    WHAT:    A weekly group to provide an opportunity for moms of little ones (under 5 yrs) to meet together to have some coffee or tea and enjoy some conversation to encourage one another. The children will also build bonds and friendships with each other as they play in the play area

    WHEN:   Monday mornings, from 10 am – noon, starting Jan. 5

    WHERE:  St. Herman's Fellowship Hall

  • YOUNG ADULTS

    Leaders: Fr. Ryan and Fr. Seraphim

    fr.ryan.bishop@gmail.com          s.bohatskiy@gmail.com 

    *No Registration Required*

    WHO:     Open to all young adults, 18-35 yrs

    WHAT:   This group is geared towards Young Adults aged 18-35(ish), to gather and find community, and build their Orthodox faith with the guidance of a priest. 

    WHEN:   One Saturday evening per month following the service of Great Vespers (7-9 PM). Winter meeting dates: Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 21, and Apr 18.

    WHERE:  Meeting places vary; see bulletin for upcoming meeting address

  • ORTHODOXY 101

    Leader: Fr. Vincent Lehr

    PriestVincent@gmail.com

    *Registration Required -- Click HERE to join this group*

    WHO:     Open to anyone wishing to learn more about the teachings of the ancient Orthodox Church

    WHAT:    8-week series of classes

    WHEN:    Wednesday evenings, 7-9 PM, starting Jan. 7

    WHERE:  Church Fellowship Hall

    WHY:      There are three purposes for this group study:

    • Inquirer’s Class – this group will help those who have an interest in learning about the Orthodox Church.  They may have no interest in becoming a part of the Orthodox Faith, but they are interested in knowing what the Church is all about.
    • Refresher/Bootcamp – this group will help those who are Orthodox to more fully understand why we do what we do, and why we believe what we believe.
    • Catechism – this group will help those who are interested in becoming Orthodox to learn more about the Church, its history, its beliefs, and its practices.  This class is required prior to being received into the Orthodox Church

  • ORTHODOXY 201

    Leader: Fr. Vincent Lehr

    PriestVincent@gmail.com

    WHO:     Open to anyone wishing to learn more about the PRACTICES AND RITUALS of the ancient Orthodox Church. 

    WHAT:    6-week series of classes, starting February 21

    WHEN:    Saturday evenings, 6-7 PM (following Great Vespers)

    WHERE:  Church Nave (upstairs)

    WHY:     Whereas Orthodoxy 101 answered the question, "Why do we believe what we believe?", Orthodoxy 201 answers the question, "Why do we do the things we do?". This series of classes explores the practical side of being Orthodox, and teaches us how to live as Orthodox Christians in our everyday lives.

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