ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL

Advent Class | 10:10 to 10:55 am | The Great Hall (Room 114)
The Advent Class (adults of all ages) is currently studying The Epic of Eden: A Christian Entry into the Old Testament, by Sandra Richter, via a 30-minute video and then a group discussion. Let them know if you are interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leaders: Tom & Pat Chandler

 

Connect Class | 10:00-10:50 am | Room 212
The Connect Class (connecting through video and open conversation) is studying “If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat,” by John Ortberg. This study helps us answer Christ’s call to greater faith, power-filled deeds, and a new way of knowing how to discern God’s call, transcend fear, risk faith, manage failure, and trust God. Relating the story in Matthew 14 to life today, Ortberg invites us to consider the incredible potential that awaits outside our comfort zones. 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 Prayer Room (2nd Floor, near Elevator)
The Crusaders Class (senior women) is currently reading "Sacred Tensions"  by Old Testament professor and scholar, William P. Brown. Join us as we embrace the complexities of the Old Testament with curiosity and courage! As people of faith, the words of the Bible are sacred. They tell us about our spiritual heritage and convey our ever-present hope. But sometimes, if we're being honest, the Bible — especially the Old Testament — can bring more confusion than clarity. Apparent contradictions and a wide variety of different accounts about God, faith, and humanity's role can leave us perplexed with more questions than answers. How are we to read the Bible in a way that helps us understand its deepest truths? Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leaders: Bev Pugh and Maria Vaughan

 

Families Finding Faith | 10:00 to 10:55 am | Room 210
Families Finding Faith is a small group community committed to nurturing spiritual growth together as families while living out the call to justice, compassion, and service. Grounded in their Methodist Heritage, they seek to embody faith in action, striving to make a difference in our communities and the world through education, advocacy, and acts of mercy. Together, united by faith, they are committed to building a more just and loving society for all. 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 class consists of adults of all ages from many faith backgrounds. Many are newcomers to SUMC, while others are long-time church members. While most of us are long-time Methodists, others are new to Methodism and have come from other denominations. This diversity provides a wealth of ideas and perspectives that leave us all with a new, deeper understanding each week. We enjoy studying a variety of topics, from current social issues as they relate to Christianity to studies of Scripture.  

 

New Directions | 10:05 to 10:55 am | Room 207
The New Directions class (adults of all ages) begins a study of Max Lucado's book "What Happens Next" on August 24.  "What Happens Next" is an optimistic, accessible, and non-sensational guide to what the Bible says about heaven's time line that will empower us to face the future with faith. Max takes us on a well-researched overview of what God's Word says, exploring four big ideas that provide a solid foundation for understanding God's eternal plan. 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 | 10:05 to 10:55 am | Room 151
Open Book is doing a multi-week study of the "Promises of God." They are exploring what it means for God to make promises to us and what our response might be. They will be spending the first half of the study on conditional promises and the second half of the study on God's unconditional promises to us. 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. For anyone struggling with fear, worry, or anxiety - or who wonders how families and communities can live as peacemakers in troubled times - join The Pathfinders in their current study of Adam Hamilton's, "Unafraid". This study will run from September 28 through mid-to-late November depending upon how much time is spent in class discussion of each week's lesson. Newcomers are ALWAYS welcome to join them at ANY time. They're on the 1st floor at the end of the hall in Room 103! 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 engaged in a study based upon Ray Vander Laan's book, "Walking with God in the Desert:  Experiencing Living Water When Life Is Tough" coupled with its 7-session video presentation. Last week (10/5), they viewed the video for Session 1, "Join the Journey." This Sunday (10/12), they will view and discuss the Session 2 video, "It's Hot Here and There's No Way Out." Newcomers are always welcome! Let them know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: Skip Richardson