ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

Acts 29 Class | 10:05 to 10:55 am | The Prayer Room (2nd floor near elevator)
Our Acts 29 Class (adults 30-years-old and under) is our newest Sunday School class and is led by Pastor Tiffani Whitaker. It is based upon content provided by The Wired Word which develops weekly lesson plans ripped straight from the latest headlines and happenings from around the world. Discussions are always timely, relevant, and thought-provoking. Feel free to join them on any Sunday in The Library. Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class.

 

Advent Class | 10:10 to 10:55 am | The Great Hall (Room 114)
The Advent Class (adults of all ages) is currently in a multi-week study led by Tom Chandler that focuses on the women in Scripture that God chose to deliver His message to us. They will study their stories and examine their life applications for us today. Let them know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leaders: Tom and Pat Chandler

 

Connect Class | 10:00-10:50 am | Room 212
The Connect Class (connecting through video and open conversation) is studying “The Christmas Letters: Celebrating Advent with Those Who Told the Story First”. Magrey deVega invites you to hear about the miracle of Christ’s birth from those who first told the story. The letters in the New Testament, known as the Epistles, contain the first attempts by the church to understand and celebrate the mystery of the Incarnation. They point us to the origins of what we believe about Jesus, fully human and fully divine. By spending time with these holy, ancient words this Advent, you’ll come to know the meaning of Christ’s coming like never before. Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: John Swank

 

Crusaders Class | 10:00-10:50 am | The Bride's Room
The Crusaders Class (senior women) is currently studying the devotional, "Jesus Calling", by Sarah Young. Members will read from the devotional then share in fellowship and prayer. Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: Bev Pugh

 

Families Finding Faith | 10:00 to 10:55 am | Room 210
Beginning on Sunday, September 8, you can join our Families Finding Faith class as they embark upon a 6-week study, "Bible Stories for Grown-Ups: Reading Scripture with New Eyes" as the author, Pastor Josh Scott, looks at familiar Bible stories and reveals new details and interpretations for an adult audience. This study will consider stories many of us read as children including Noah's Ark, the binding of Isaac, Jonah and the big fish, Jesus and Zacchaeus, Jesus healing a blind man, and the parable of the talents. Pastor Scott reimagines these stories and opens new visions for us to understand well-known pieces of Scripture in our current cultural environment. Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: Mikel Russell-Nelson

 

Koinonia | 10:00 to 11:00 am | The REC Center
Our Koinonia Sunday school class (adults of all ages) will conclude their study of "Radicle Methodism:  Back to our Roots" this Sunday, September 8.  This study has been an in-depth look at Methodism from the earliest days to the present and serves as a great prelude to the upcoming study of Paul Chilcote's book, "Multiplying Love" which will begin on Sunday, September 15. This 8-week study "underscores what matters most and stands in contrast to divisive misreadings of essential Methodist teachings." Newcomers are always welcome and can jump in at any time! Join us for lively discussions, discernment, fellowship, and a great opportunity to meet new people. Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leaders: Carlos Ochoa and Meredith Koerner

 

New Directions | 10:05 to 10:55 am | Room 207
The New Directions class (adults of all ages) will start an Advent study on Sunday, November 24. It will be the 10th Anniversary update of "The Journey - Walking the Road to Bethlehem." In "The Journey", Adam Hamilton travels from Nazareth to Bethlehem in a fascinating look at the birth of Jesus Christ. Using historical information, archaeological data, and a personal look at some of the stories surrounding the birth, the most amazing moment in history will become more real and heart-felt as you walk along this road. Join them in Room 207. Let them know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: Jim Telljohann

 

Open Book Class | 10:00 to 10:55 am | Room 151
The Open Book class (adults of all ages) is now studying Hebrews, a letter to the early church that explores Jesus as the final revelation of God's character and ultimate mediator between God and humanity. For centuries, Hebrews has encouraged Christians to persevere in their faith. Come join our class as we discuss and seek that same encouragement. Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: Miranda Hofstad

 

The Pathfinders | 10:00 to 10:55 am | Room 103
The Pathfinders (older adults; couples and singles) class mirrors church worship series themes with inspiration from authors like Max Lucado, Adam Hamilton, and Mike Slaughter. They are currently studying a series based on Pastor Josh Scott's book, "Context" where they take a life-giving, liberating and fresh look at Scripture by 'exploring the chapter behind the verse.' 

"Context" looks at verses we know by heart but may not know the people, places, and times that give them meaning. Josh Scott delves into these well-known Scripture verses, exploring their true meanings by examining them in their original biblical context. Through this process, he unveils fresh and enlightening interpretations that are often missed when these Scriptures are taken out of context.

Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: David Klosterboer

 

The Seekers | 10:00 to 10:55 am | Room 209
The Seekers Class (adults to active older adults) is wrapped-up their study, "Faith Lessons on the Prophets and Kings of Israel: Being In the Culture and Not of It" by Ray Vander Laan. They'll introduce a new Advent-themed study this Sunday, November 24 before starting it - in earnest - on Sunday, December 1. The Advent study is based upon Max Lucado's riveting title, "Because of Bethlehem." Max is one of the class's favorite authors and speakers and they expect this to be an especially meaningful study. Newcomers are always welcome to join them at any time! Let them know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: Skip Richardson