We use a modified version of the Morning Prayer service from The Episcopal Church’s Book of Common Prayer to create a developmentally appropriate and uplifting Chapel experience everyday. Students of all backgrounds are invited to sing and pray in ways that honor their own spiritual journeys.
Episcopal schools affirm belief in the innate spiritual capacities of all children. Through daily Chapel, we hope to build a community where each child can belong and find companionship and strength for the journey of life.
Religion classes at The Episcopal School of Knoxville are non-dogmatic. Students become familiar with dominant narratives of the Judeo-Christian tradition and are also introduced to the religions of the world. We believe religion study better prepares our students for success in an increasingly diverse and culturally-complex society.
“Religion doesn’t narrow our view of the world; it broadens it to the love God has for all people.”
Students attend one religion class per week. Classes seek to encourage a child’s spiritual curiosities by exploring major stories, themes and personalities of the Scriptures. Students are also briefly introduced to major world religions.
Students attend one religion class per week in a combined study with Guidance. Classes seek to inform students about the Christian tradition and the world’s religions while offering structured avenues of self-reflection and strategies for developing inner strengths.
All Episcopal School of Knoxville classes participate in community service projects. By emphasizing the responsibilities we have as citizens and members of God’s created world, we hope that every child will serve people in need and find a deep sense of purpose through compassionate ministry.