Adult

Christian

Education

 

At First United Methodist Church we are committed to equipping Christians through educational and fellowship opportunities.  As an active family of faith, we invite everyone to choose an area of interest and join in a journey of becoming faithful disciples of Jesus Christ.

 

The Purpose of

Christian Education

 

“Jesus wants his listeners to know that God still seeks us out and longs to live in relationship with us.  God still desires us, gives to us the One who will free us from bondage, and invites us to respond to love with love.  Jesus reminds us that, if we love God, we also live in loving relationship with all God’s people.  We claim and live God’s relational promise when we live in the same quality of relationship that God puts before us in Jesus, a relationship of love, justice, and faithfulness that frees us from all bondage.”

 

Foundations: Shaping the Ministry of Christian Education in Your Congregation, page 39

 

 

Adult Opportunities Include

 

ON-GOING CLASSES

56 Followers—Room 305

This very active class consists of senior church members. The class, formed in 1956, studies both the Bible and other current topics.  Fellowship events include a summer picnic and a Christmas Party.During this summer Edna Coldsmith is teaching and using Adam Hamilton’s DVD set entitled Confronting the Controversies: Biblical Perspectives on Tough Issues.  Major controversies such as the death penalty will be presented and discussed from the Christian perspective.

 

New Seekers—Room 304

The group meets on Sunday morning during the 9:15a.m. Sunday School hour. The Class membership enjoys both social and service oriented activities. The class is appropriate for both singles and married couples in the 50+ range. The learning structure for the class is directed towards contemporary Christian issues and Bible studies. Both are supplemented on occasion with video presentations and guest speakers. Drop-in guests are always welcome. This summer class members facilitate discussions over James W. Moore’s book, The Top Ten List for Christians: Priorities for Faithful Living. Another one of Moore’s books, At the End of the Day: How Will You Be Remembered will follow.

Pathfinders—Room 306

Membership is made up of younger adults both single and married. Emphasis is on small-group discussions with a variety of resources. The class meets on Sunday morning during the 9:15 Sunday School hour.  The class membership comes from diverse occupational backgrounds and enjoys both social and service-oriented activities.  The class is appropriate for both singles and married persons. Phil Coleman-Hull will facilitate the use of the Serendipity Bible for Groups (NIV) in discussing the Biblical  lectionary and other scripture passages.

Cornerstone Café—Room 101

Is a coffee/breakfast café open every Sunday morning from 9:00am-10:30am.  Coffee, cold drinks and breakfast treats are served for a donation.  Everyone is welcome.The Cornerstone Café is located in the basement, room 101, under the Chapel. 

We are a fellowship oriented, multigenerational class who enjoy lively discussion on parenting, marriage, current events and our faith. Each week the Sunday School Lesson will begin at 9:30am at the couch seating area of the room. Everyone is welcome to join the discussion whenever they visit the café or stop by before heading off to another class in the church.This summer Jennifer Bennett facilitates the study of James W Moore’s book, If God Has A Refrigerator, Your Picture Is on It.. Later in the summer Andy Griffith’s TV episodes from Mayberry will be watched and discussed.

Advent Study —Parlor

A study of Sunday’s scriptures. Included will be time for music, prayer, and sharing.  There will be a new lesson each week.  Join Pastor Nancy Gammill at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings.

College-Age Class—Kitchen

This is a fellowship oriented group studying contemporary events from a Biblical perspective.  Breakfast is provided. Ann Coulson is the teacher.

 

 

Know Christ

…

Live Christ

 

Other Christian Education Opportunites

 

 

Sanctuary Choir—Choir Room (behind the Sanctuary)

Open to those from high school age through adulthood. The choir meets

the first Thursday evening of the

month at 7:00 p.m. and each Sunday morning at 9:30 a.m.  These study

and practice sessions include time

for devotions and prayer.  For more information, please contact Helen Williams.

 

United Methodist Women

United Methodist Men