- Equipping Through Education -

The Winter semester starts Sunday, January 8^th, 2012!

Sunday Mornings at 9:00

Standard Lesson Quarterly Bible Study

Standard Lesson Quarterly combines meaningful Bible study with culturally relevant examples and discussion questions. SLQ is the nation’s most popular adult Bible school lessons based on the International Sunday School Lesson (ISSL) Program. The Winter study is “God Establishes a Faithful People” using readings in Genesis, Exodus and Luke and Galatians to reveal how God works in our lives to help us become faithful to Him as He is faithful toward us. More information at www.standardpub.com

Join the Friendship Circle at 9:00AM in Rooms 108-109.

Sunday Mornings at 10:00

"Outflow: Outward-Focused Living in a Self-Focused World"

DISCOVER THE SIGNIFICANCE OF A LIFE OVERFLOWING. Outflow introduces you to principles for enjoying a life that's filled to the brim with God's love, joy, and hope. It starts with a deep relationship with God, then flows out to touch your family and friends. Your neighbors. Your world. They'll notice a difference... and so will you.

Get ready to experience God's love in a new way - and to share it with others in a manner that's natural, simple, and heart-felt. Here is your field guide to not reaching, but letting God's love fill you with joy that flows from you to your family, friends, neighbors... world.

Join Tom Johnson at 10:00 in Room 121

If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat” by John Ortberg

Far too many of us have put our faith in a casual Christianity that never compels us to leave our comfort zones. But, deep within our hearts we know that Christ has not called us to comfort, but to an exciting, sacrificial and overwhelmingly fulfilling faith. In If You're Going to Walk on Water John Ortberg teaches us how to step out of the "boat" of casual Christianity so that we can faithfully follow the Lord who is calling us out onto the risky, exciting waters of the high seas. Let Pastor Ortberg teach you how to leave your comfort zone for a remarkable life of faith.

Join Kelly Reinard and Alan Alesius at 10:00 in the Prayer Room

The Bible: “Why Does It Endure?”

For centuries the Bible has remained the number one bestselling book worldwide, influencing more people than any other published work. Although millions have honored the Bible as God’s revelation to humanity, its foundations and credibility continue to be challenged. How can an ancient book like the Bible really be considered God-breathed and inspired, offering timeless wisdom to all generations? Why does this collection of 66 books endure?
In this 3-part documentary you’ll take a closer look at the Bible with Daniel Wallace Ph.D., founder of the Center for the of Study of New Testament Manuscripts, and Peter Williams Ph.D., CEO of Tyndale House research center in Cambridge, England. From their travels abroad—researching manuscripts, events, people, and places—they share the fascinating process of their explorations and their results.
Gain a deeper understanding of what is revealed in these ancient manuscripts, what Jesus’ life and words say about the Bible, and what history reveals about the accuracy of the biblical text. Discover for yourself whether you have reason to believe the Bible to be the inspired Word of God.

Join Alice Breuninger and Jill Townsend at 10:00 in the Choir Room.

Bible Study - Walk Through the Bible
“The Wisdom Literature”

This course explores the “wisdom” literature. The books of Ecclesiastes and Song of Solomon are among the “writings” in the Old Testament. They present insights on life, love and God’s plan for God’s people. They also challenge us to find new ways to serve God in the Twenty First century.

Join Andy Blackwood at 10:00 in Room 120.

Sunday Mornings at 11:30

“Presbyterian Beliefs: A Brief Introduction”
by Donald K. McKim

Donald K. McKim is Executive Editor for Westminster John Knox Press. McKim has served as Academic Dean and Professor of Theology at Memphis Theological Seminary and as Professor of Theology at the University of Dubuque Theological Seminary in Iowa. He is the author or editor of over twenty-five books. This book is a clear introduction to the major beliefs of Presbyterians. It is written non-technically to provide readers with a clear discussion of what Presbyterians believe about key theological topics. This book is ideal for personal and group study in churches.

Join Sue Sweetland, John Yurkutat, Dave Cowburn & Anne Cowburn at 11:30 in Rooms 108-109

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The Wednesday Winter session begins January 4^th, 2012!

Wednesday Evening Classes (6:30-8:00PM)

The Alpha Course (Jan 18th - Apr 11th)

Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting over eleven thought-provoking weekly sessions and a weekend getaway. During each session, people enjoy great food, laughter, and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life or God is seen as too simple or too hostile…questions like - Is there a God? Why am I here? Where did I come from? Where am I going?
Dinner starts at 6:00 PM. Read more at: http://alphausa.org/
Free childcare is provided.

Join Steve Hinz and the Alpha team at 6:30pm in Rooms 108-109.

"The Prayer Experiment" (Jan 4th - March 30th)

One of the best ways to learn to pray is “by doing it”! On Wednesday nights, you will be given an opportunity to learn about some of the different ways God’s Holy Spirit leads as we practice praying together and praying for each other. There will be short lessons or mediations from the Word of God to help prepare us for the work of prayer each evening. But most of “learning” will come from “doing”. Then talk about what God was doing in our time.

Join Pastor Denny Finnegan at 6:30pm in Rooms 106-107.

Walk Through the Bible (Jan 4th - Feb 8th)
“Exile & Restoration”

The children of Israel did not obey God’s law, and their kings encouraged the worship of false gods. Finally, God sent them into exile, but God still loved them, and finally God returned the exiles to Jerusalem. Through selected readings from Chronicles, Ezra and Nehemiah, the course explores this difficult time in the lives of God’s people.

Join Andy Blackwood at 6:30pm in Room 120.

Adult Education Ministry

The Adult Education Ministry of CPC desires to support you in your growth as a follower of Jesus Christ and in your growth as a person. And we believe that the core values we promote through our Adult Education classes can vitally contribute to your growth in both of these areas of your life.

At CPC, we commit ourselves to these core values. To be:

• Christ Centered
• Biblically Based
• Worship Focused
• Missionally Committed
• Relationally Connected

As we prepare and present our classes, we will keep in the forefront of our minds the question, “How will the love, truth and character of God, as revealed in His Word, change our lives?” To that end, we offer to you the above slate of classes for your spiritual and personal enrichment.

PLEASE prayerfully consider which classes offered are a part of God’s plan for you and your spiritual and personal growth.