Our Current Adult Sunday School Class Offerings
Updated September 2026
If you have any general questions about our Adult Sunday School class offerings, you can email Pastor Deborah or call the church office (281-360-4500) during weekday office hours:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
and on Friday: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Adult Christian Education is an integral part of the Strawbridge experience. A variety of adult Sunday School classes are offered – each with its own special mix of styles and interests. Various classes pursue Bible study, study books by popular authors, cover topics on social concerns, or discuss family life issues.
Advent Class | 10:10 to 10:55 am | Room 151
The Advent Class (adults of all ages) is currently studying various topics led by class members. 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 “Dream Big: Know What You Want, Why You Want It, and What You’re Going to Do About It,” by Bob Goff. We all want to be the kind of people who release amazing things into the world and are willing to do whatever it takes to make it happen, yet somewhere along the way many of us have grown fearful, busy, or distracted and stopped dreaming. It's time to reclaim your long-forgotten dreams and step into the life you most deeply desire! Let us know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: John Swank
The Crusaders Sunday school class (May 2026)
Crusaders Class | 10:00-10:50 am | The Prayer Room (2nd Floor, near Elevator)
The Crusaders Class (senior women) is spending the next few weeks reviewing the Book of Acts by inserting Paul’s letters where they fit while concentrating on what was going on in the churches during those times and considering Paul’s advice, scolding or encouragement to each one. And we always keep an eye on how this might help us today. 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
The God's Garden Sunday school class (Fall 2025)
God's Garden | 10:00 to 11:00 am | Room 264
One of our newest Sunday School classes meets from 10:00 to 11:00 am in Room 264. God's Garden offers a uniquely crafted curriculum designed specifically for special needs adults. Please contact Rev. Deborah Hawboldt for any further information.
Class Leader: The Rev. Dr. Sarah Fensler (retired)
Koinonia | 10:00 to 11:00 am | Room 166
The Koinonia class consists of adults of all ages from many faith backgrounds. Many are newcomers to Strawbridge UMC, while others are long-time church members. While most have been Methodists for many years, others are new to Methodism and have come from other denominations. This diversity provides a wealth of ideas and perspectives that leaves everyone with a new, deeper understanding each week. They 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 Sunday school class (Fall 2025)
The New Directions class (adults of all ages) will be led by John Milligan on September 6 and 13 before they transition to a new study on September 20 that focuses on the relationship between Church and State based partially on the book of a similar name, "America's Best Ideas - The Separation of Church and State" written by Randall Balmer. That new 4-week series will be co-led by Jimmy Veith and Gary Burleson. They hope you will 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 165
Our Open Book Sunday school class (November 2025)
Our Open Book adult Sunday school class is delving into the Book of Esther to learn how God uses a beautiful young woman to thwart an evil plot and provide a lesson about courage and leadership in the face of such evil. The study opens with a powerful leader preparing to wage war in the Mideast. The story includes a foiled assassination plot on the leader, a beauty pageant, and a powerful aid to the ruler who seeks to gain power in the court by fostering hatred of the immigrant Jewish community. No, these lessons aren’t pulled from a history book about World War II or today's headlines. We’d love to have you join us! Our class requires no previous reading. This session is led by Lynetta Campbell. Leader: Nick Villella
The Pathfinders | 10:00 to 10:55 am | Room 209
The Pathfinders (older adults; couples and singles) class mirrors church worship series themes with inspiration from authors like Max Lucado, Amy-Jill Levine, and Mike Slaughter. Join them September 13 - November 15 as they review and discuss the Rev. Adam Hamilton's "Words of Life: Jesus and the Promise of the Ten Commandments" as they consider what if the Ten Commandments weren't just a set of ancient rules, but also a guide to experiencing the good life today?
Newcomers are ALWAYS welcome to join them at ANY time. They're on the 2nd floor in Room 209! Let them know if you're interested in learning more about this Adult Sunday School Class. Leader: David Klosterboer