Spirtual Life
Newcomers Classes
We offer Newcomers Classes twice a year - one in the fall and one in the spring. These classes are taught by Cathedral clergy and provide newcomers a chance to meet each other and the clergy, ask questions and learn about St. Luke’s and the Episcopal Church. These classes are held on Sundays at 9 am in person.
For more information, please contact the parish office.
The Young and the Restless (20 and 30-Year-Olds)
The Young and the Restless is St. Luke’s 20s-30s-year-old ministry. They are an active group at the cathedral which also gets together outside of the church.
Join them for a variety of activities such as hiking, ice skating, play trivia, or just enjoying each other’s company!
If you are new to to the group or want to join, they welcome you! A weekly meeting takes place each Tuesday at Maine Beer Company in Freeport, 6-8 PM for Trivia.
Other events happen sporadically throughout the month, however trivia is a wonderful opportunity to meet members of the group if you’re joining for the first time.
Contact Shana Rose to stay up to date with group activities and information.
Adult Education
We have a variety of adult programs throughout the year, some depending on the liturgical season, and some start when interest arises. Adult education programs include book groups, study groups, newcomers classes, etc. For more information, please contact the parish office.
The Biblical Study Group
The Biblical Study Group meets in the Oratory at 8:30AM on Sunday mornings.
Join us for our study of the search of becoming “who we were meant to be.”
We are led by Bob Hanson, retired university professor, Episcopal priest, author, peace activist, and Jungian analyst.
Luke's Garden LGBTQIA+ Group
“We are St. Luke’s family and friends dedicated to supporting, building, and protecting LGBTQ+ community in the Greater Portland area. We offer a non- judgemental space to discuss and celebrate how religion and queerness interact in our daily lives. All religions, ages, and identities welcome.”
This is the mission statement for Luke’s Garden, the LGBTQ+ group at St. Luke’ Cathedral. As stated above, we are a group dedicated to understanding the intersection between our spiritual lives and sexual or gender identities.
Luke's Garden began in May of 2023, and now has around 30 members.
The group has also presented educational slideshows about the basics of gender and sexual identities along with some of the history of prominent people, places, and symbols in the LGBTQ+ community.
In the coming years Luke’s Garden looks to expand their presence and opportunities for education and activism throughout Greater Portland. It is their hope this will be accomplished through getting in contact with other LGBTQ+ groups in the area, advertising through the Diocese as well as through local media, and reaching out to guest speakers and LGBTQ+ educators to assist us in teaching group members about their unique stories.
To learn more about Luke's Garden, contact Orion Williams