The Inquirers’ Class

This five-week series offered in fall and winter is facilitated by clergy and canons and explores the basics of the Christian faith through the lens of the Episcopal Church. Whether you are new to Saint Mark’s or simply interested in sharing and learning, we welcome your participation. After completing the series, many people decide to receive the sacrament of baptism or are confirmed or received into the Episcopal Church. Attendees are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions.

Canon Wendy Claire Barrie (wbarrie@saintmarks.org)

Winter 2026 Inquirers' Class

Class Schedule

SUNDAYS 12:30–2 P.M., Leffler Living Room OR online via Zoom

This series is a hybrid offering, with in-person and Zoom options.

  • September 27, 2026: How We Worship (this class will meet in the cathedral nave)
  • October 4, 2026: Images of God
  • October 11, 2026: How We Read Scripture
  • October 18, 2026: Prayer and Spiritual Practices
  • October 25, 2026: Faith in Action
Please contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie with questions.

Dates for Sacramental Rites

2026 & 2027 Baptism Dates

  • Sunday, November 1, 2026 – The Feast of All Saints
  • Sunday, January 10, 2027 – The Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord
  • Saturday, March 27, 2027 – The Great Vigil of Easter
  • Sunday, May 16, 2027 – The Feast of Pentecost
  • Sunday, November 7, 2027 – The Feast of All Saints

2026 Confirmation, Reception, Reaffirmation Dates

  •  Saturday, May 1, 2027 - Cathedral Day!

Useful Links

About Sponsors

Sponsors accompany someone on their journey and in congregational life as they move toward baptism, confirmation or reception. Learn about others’ experiences in this handout, or watch the video below:

Types of Sacramental Rites

Baptism: This sacramental rite is full initiation by water and the Holy Spirit into Christ’s Body, the church. God establishes an indissoluble bond with each person in Baptism, adopting us and making us members of the church and inheritors of the Kingdom of God [BCP, p. 298, 858].