Signs and Grace: An Introduction to the Sacraments
Welcome to Signs and Grace: An Introduction to the Sacraments, a three session, video-based course designed to give basic teaching and space for discussion around the sacraments.
This FREE resource is intended for congregations or small groups to use during three weekly gatherings, either in Sunday morning formation, a weekday small group, or an online session.
Signs and Grace invites participants to engage more deeply with scripture and the liturgy of The Episcopal Church to explore the richness of baptism, Eucharist, and the sacramental rites of the church.
¡Bienvenidos a Signos y gracia: Una introducción a los Sacramentos! Signos y gracia es un curso de tres sesiones basado en videos; el curso ofrece enseñanza básica y la oportunidad de conversar acerca de los Sacramentos. Este recurso GRATUITO está destinado a congregaciones o grupos pequeños para que lo utilicen durante tres reuniones semanales, ya sea en clases dominicales, en grupos pequeños entre semana o en sesiones en línea.
Signos y gracia invita a los participantes a estudiar en profundidad las escrituras y la liturgia de la Iglesia Episcopal y así explorar la riqueza del bautismo, la Eucaristía y los ritos sacramentales de la iglesia.
Why Sacraments?
It’s important for all Episcopalians to understand sacraments, because the sacraments are at the center of how we practice our faith. Our life in Christ begins in baptism, and we are nourished throughout our lives by the Eucharist. More to the point: sacraments give us tangible ways to encounter God. We can truly taste and see the goodness of the Lord.
How to Use The Course
Signs and Grace: An Introduction to the Sacraments is a free class designed for adult forum, Sunday School, or small group use. Each session—three total—is intended to last 45-60 minutes and includes:
Facilitator Guide:
- Tips for group facilitation
- Italicized script
- Bible study passages
- Group discussion questions
- Options for going deeper
Video:
- 20-minute video on the sacraments.
- Videos will be available for online streaming, or to download in advance.
Participant Guide:
- Group discussion questions
- Note-taking and reflection
45- or 60-Minute Options
Signs and Grace is designed to be flexible so that you can use it in the way that best suits your community.
45-Minute Class
- Use facilitator guide
- Omit Bible study
- Encourage reading Bible passage between classes
60-Minute Class
- Use facilitator guide
- Include Bible study
