CHRISTIAN EDUCATION - CONNECTING WITH GOD'S TEACHING
Disciple Bible Study
‘Disciple I’ This is an intensive 34 week study that gives a great overview of the whole bible. This study transforms members of the class by reading the word of God, self-examination and introspection. Each person brings their own feelings and experiences and allows the daily readings to transform them into better Disciples. The group grows closer in fellowship and class members begin to identify their gifts and how they might use these gifts in service to God and the church.
‘Companions In Christ ’ 2009-2010. This 28 week study offers small groups a powerfully transforming experience in spiritual formation.
Children ’s Church
SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:15 a.m.: We welcome a new Cokesbury curriculum - Rock Solid - to our Sunday School this year to help them build a strong faith foundation. Activities, crafts, stories, and games will contribute to a faith experience of God, the Bible and the message of Jesus.
Grades K-3 - meet for snacks, a message, and activities based around Bible stories and values.
Grades 4-6 - are studying more Old Testament stories starting with stories about Moses. Students should bring their Bibles as they read from scripture and learn how to use the Bible every week. These students meet with Cathy Leininger upstairs in the Education Wing in the room at the end of the hall.
Grade 7 Confirmation - This year-long curriculum will teach those interested in confirmation about different religions, the history of the church, a Bible overview, and the values and beliefs that Christians hold. At the end of the course they can choose confirmation which occurs on Easter Sunday. (Not currently available for 2009)
Grades 10-12 - meet with Jim Enloe and explore a teen curriculum.
After the Children's Message (in the 10:30 am Worship service)
Pre-K and K students go upstairs with Pam Beasore for snacks, crafts and a short Bible lesson. The children spend the time getting to know each other and work on social skills and have fun at church.
Jr. Church - 1st-3rd grade (and some 4th and 5th graders who help) These children go upstairs with Cathy Leininger to do their own Worship Service, which includes participating in putting up the paraments, acolyting, choosing music and singing, praying, delivering a message, and leading joys and concerns. After worship the children do a craft, game or activity related to the sermon message. Children stay in worship with their parents on the first Sunday of the month.
Coffee House/Current Events
The Coffee House Group studies contemporary issues and the United Methodist position on the issue using the FaithLink Curriculum. Mark Guererro and others lead this study group and there is usually a lively discussion. Sundays, 9:15 a.m.
Vacation Bible School
GALACTIC BLAST! June 14-17, 2010, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
5-Week Study
Secrets of the Vine
Tuesdays, beginning April 20, 2010, 7-8:30 p.m.
During this 5-week class, we will read and discuss Bruce Wilkinson's "Secrets of the Vine". Dr. Wilkinson is also the author of "The Prayer of Jabez". The class will run concurrently with a sermon series based on the book.
Contact the Pastor or church office if you are interested in joining this class. 293-7279.