we give thanks to the father
who has made us worthy
to share in the inheritance
of the saints in light
Joshua Maria Garcia
Biblical
studies
Joshua teaches Bible Study and Biblical Hebrew throughout the year. Some classes are free, while others are reasonably and flexibly priced. Please scroll down to see current learning opportunities.
spiritual counseling
& direction
writing
and other media
Joshua’s spiritual counseling practice is ideal for clients who are finding their place in the Church, navigating the complexities of sexual/gender identity and faith, or discerning a vocation. A typical session opens with prayer, followed by deep listening to the client’s experiences and concerns. Drawing from a wide variety of contemplative practices, Joshua assists clients with charting a path forward on their spiritual journeys.
Joshua has written two devotional guides and a poetry chapbook which are available on Etsy. Click here to learn more. Check out Joshua’s comments on the Lectionary and current events here.
Biblical Studies
reading
hebrew
The first of three, 6-week blocks of Hebrew in 2024! Beginning January 21, learn how to read Hebrew from the ground up and acquire some vocab along the way.
Each Hebrew Block is
6 Sunday Evenings 7-8:30; $90
Reading Hebrew begins January 21.
Bible Study:
the body in psalms
Joshua is currently teaching a series on the Body in the Psalms. Head, Heart, Neck, Hands, Feet, and more! Bible Study meets at St. Martin’s Episcopal Church in Providence, RI most Tuesday nights at 7PM. Contact Joshua below to get on the mailing list, or click on this Bible Study link to join in on Zoom.
biblical hebrew
grammar I, II
For students who can already read or have taken Reading Hebrew with Joshua, these subsequent two blocks of Grammar will guide you through the basics and get you reading real biblical text.
Block I begins March 3.
Block II begins May 5.
Online Community for the Twenty First Century
pear society
The Pear Society, a Christian devotional society, gathers on Stella Maris and is organized around three aims: providing a space for discernment in a private and loving group setting, accountability in spiritual practice, and promoting participation in the sacraments, Marian devotion, and intercessory prayer. The Pear Society is accepting applications for new members and you can learn more by clicking below or attending an open meeting. Joshua is a founding member of the Pear Society and current Secretary.
stella maris
Stella Maris is an online, ecumenical Christian community (on Discord) where folks from around the world gather for prayer and conversation. Joshua founded Stella Maris in 2022 to serve as a gathering place for spiritual seekers in need of fellowship.
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tiktok live
Joshua regularly hosts the Episcopal Daily Office and other devotions on TikTok Live. The broadcasting schedule is available on Stella Maris and generally includes 10AM Morning Prayer on Mondays, with Evening Prayer on feasts or eves of feast on the Western Christian Calendar. Follow Joshua on TikTok to get notifications when they go live!