Faith Formation Hour
Every Sunday from 10:45-11:30 a.m.
Adult Faith Formation Classes
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In The News
Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in the Prayer Room.
This class provides a safe space to examine currents events through a Christian lens. It is a topical study. We generally read a relevant article or story and discuss it in a single session. We often make use of articles provided by Wired Word, but occasionally, this group will focus on another topic, at the request of those attending the class. In either case, it is a lively discussion with many different perspectives.
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Reading the Bible Together
Sundays at 11 a.m. | Meets in Room 120 and on Zoom by request
This course is led each week by a class volunteer who reviews various sources in advance in order to guide the class and facilitate a deeper discussion of the selected scripture verses. Come join us as we seek to gain a better appreciation of God’s plan of salvation through the timeless teachings of these scriptures.
Join this class in person, in Room 120, or on Zoom.
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Great Courses
Sundays at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom
Join us as we continue with our video lecture series from the Great Courses Company - The Apocryphal Jesus.
Over the course of 24 revealing lectures, Professor David Brakke of Ohio State University surveys some of the major apocryphal works that have survived. This alternative body of literature falls under the category of “apocrypha,” which means “hidden” or “secret.” Although these writings are not considered by Presbyterian Church(USA) to be part of the Bible, some faith traditions accept them as scripture. In any case these writings can provide insight into the questions and concerns that existed in the early Christian world and through the ages.
Each half hour lecture is followed by a group discussion. Each lecture can be appreciated without the context of the other lectures.
This class takes place on Zoom.
Summer Re-run: Parables—Reading the Stories of Jesus in a New Light
Summer Re-run! Parables: Reading the Stories of Jesus in a New Light
Sundays 10:45 – 11:30am, Room 107-109 beginning July 12
Telling stories, parables, was a central facet of Jesus’s approach to sharing his message and vision. He was doing more than telling simple morality tales. His stories were grounded in the world in which he lived and his vision of the kingdom of God. Over a six-week period, this class will look at six of Jesus’s parableswithin their original context as well as what they mean for us today. Be ready to hear some fresh perspectives on these stories: Wine and Wineskins, the Mustard Seed, the Leavened Bread, the Wedding Party, the Workers in the Vineyard, and the Wicked Tenants.
This mini-series will use videos created by Josh Scott, the minister at GracePointe Church in Nashville. Each week we will view a 10-minute video on one parableand then have a casual discussion. Each class session is independent, so it’s ok if you can’t come every week. And there is no homework, so drop in anytime!
This mini-series class will run for 6 sessions on Sundays from 10:45 to 11:45am in room 107-109. We did this series in Fall 2025. This is a great chance to catch up on any sessions that you missed!
Kids & Youth Classes
Nursery
For our littlest (0-3) we offer continued Nursery care throughout Faith Formation Hour. Little ones can be checked into the Nursery at any point during Sunday Worship, or just for Faith Formation Hour.
Elementary
For our four year old-5th Grades friends we offer “Growing with God” during Faith Formation Hour. Together we are working on planning their garden and learning what it takes to make a garden grow. Whether your child can join us every week, once a month, or just for a single session, we can't wait to grow together!
Middle + High School
Teen Cafe is open for 6th-12th graders! Enjoy games, snacks and make new friends while wondering how to make the world a better place. This group meets weekly in the Youth Room and is always excited to welcome new faces!