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Wednesday Night Live!
Food, Fellowship & Fun for All Ages
January 11 to May 2, 2012
Please note that WNL will not be running
on 3/28 and 4/11
Supper is served in Fellowship Hall
from 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
Click here for a printer-friendly brochure. |
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Adult Education Classes |
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*Entrée
Wesley Room
Jan. 11 - Mar. 14, 2012
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
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We launched Entrée last fall to great reviews, so we are offering again!
Come to engage in lively conversation as you pursue basic questions of faith such as
‘How do you understand God?’, ‘Did Jesus see himself as Messiah?’
Facilitated by a lay and clergy team. Contact Loretto Steinmetz
or Pastor Wiley for more information or to register.
Testimonial from fall participant in Entrée:
"I joined the Entree group with the thought of 'dipping' into
questions that I've longed had regarding my Christian faith as well
as about Methodist traditions and history. The presented material
each week was thought-provoking and interesting, and the format
lended itself to so much more than a 'question/answer' type
classroom experience. The discussions were relaxed and easy. I
looked forward each week to some new insight that truly helped me to
better understand my own faith experience as well as excite me to
learn and continue my journey. Entree provided an opportunity for me
to learn and grow, and identify more fully with my Christian faith.
I heartily recommend this class." |
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Spiritual Parenting Discussion Group
Room 211
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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Join us as we
discuss topics related to parenting children of all ages, offer
support, encouragement and share parenting tips, suggestions and
ideas for growing children in Christian faith and values. Rotating
leadership and guest facilitators. For more information, contact
Dana Saxton or Christy West. |
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*Academy of Lay Leadership
Every
other week, starting
Sept. 14 - April,
2012
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. |
The Academy is for potential
servant leaders to be personally mentored by the Senior Pastor for
the high calling of growing persons as deeply committed followers of
Jesus Christ who LOVE God, CARE for each other and SERVE in the
world. Our goal is to equip people to be servant leaders in the
church, workplace and the greater community. Brochures are available
in the Jones Narthex. For more information on participating in the
Academy, contact
Dr. Susan Patterson-Sumwalt
or Nell Nash. |
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*The History of the People
Called Methodist
Room 225
March 21 - May 2, 2012
6:30 - 7:30
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In this class, we will explore the history of the Methodist movement,
setting its theological context through a review of the English Reformation.
Next we will study the life and beliefs of its founder John Wesley.
Other significant topics will include the practices of the early Methodists,
the emphasis on small groups and social justice,
the movement of Methodism in America up until its restructuring as the United Methodist Church.
There may also be time to explore topics of the class' choosing.
Facilitated by Jackson Lashier. Contact
Jackson Lashier for more information. |
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Jesus, the Bible and Homosexuality: Explore
the Myths, Heal the Church
Wesley Room
January 12 & 19 (1/26 TBA)
6:00 - 7:00 pm
NOTE: THIS HAS BEEN CHANGED TO
BE ON THURSDAY! |
As part of the on-going conversation
regarding our Welcoming Statement, Pastor Susan will lead a three
week Bible Study on Jesus, the Bible and Homosexuality. Jack Rogers,
a Presbyterian pastor and former Moderator for the Presbyterian
denomination has written a book out of his own experience, research
and conversations with over 4500 churches. Participants in the class
are invited to purchase a copy of the book in the church office, but
it is not necessary to participate in the class. Facilitated by
Dr. Susan
Patterson-Sumwalt. |
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*Joseph: How God Builds Character
Room 225
February 1 - March 14
6:30 - 7:30 pm |
The power of Biblical stories lies in
their ability to speak to us in our own way, as God’s dealings with
persons in the past resonate with our experiences today. Covering
the last 14 chapters of Genesis, this is the story of Jacob’s
favored son, sold by jealous brothers into slavery and rising to
become a powerful ruler in Egypt. We will look at how God’s hand was
upon Joseph as part of God’s chosen family, the pain of family
conflict and frustrated dreams, the importance of faithfulness in
the face of adversity. Books are $8 and can be purchased the first
night of class. Facilitated by Brian Sigmon. |
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*Interpreting Tough Bible Passages
Chapel
April 18 , 25, and May 2
6:30 - 8:30 pm |
Many passages in the Bible are either
difficult to understand or are interpreted in many different ways.
All Christian denominations believe in the same Bible, but each
tradition takes certain passages as more important than others, thus
arriving at different conclusions. Are there verses or passages you
would like to discuss? Bring them with you. And, we will look at
some of the difficult passages that continue to divide thoughtful
Christians.
Examples:
Jesus said, “So
therefore, none of you can become my disciple if you do not give up
all your possessions.” Luke 14:33
“Wives, be subject to your husbands...” Ephesians 5:22
“And I heard the number of those who were sealed (saved),
144,000...”Revelation 7:4
Facilitated by Pastor Emeritus Dick Jones.
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Israel and
Egypt Highlights
More information
coming soon |
This opportunity will provide persons
with a series of slides, and conversation into the thoughts and
experiences of our church's recent travelers to Isreal and Egypt.
Watch JOY and website for details. Facilitated by different
participants. |
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Bazaar Craft
Making Class
More information
coming soon |
This fall class returns on demand for
all those creative people in our midst. Watch JOY and website for
details. |
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Mental Health Support Group
Room 220
1/11,
2/8, 3/14, 4/11, 5/9
6:30 p.m
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Our church established a support group for families dealing with a mental
health diagnosis (e.g.,
depression,
anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, post traumatic stress
disorder, etc.). Currently, meetings are monthly.
All are welcome! |
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* Denotes a class in God's Positioning
Strategy 'CORE' curriculum. |
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