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
Our Sunday morning Bible study, Reading the Bible Together, resumes on Sunday, September 20 at 11:00 a.m in Room 120. We pick up where we left off, in the book of Isaiah, one of the longest and most quoted books in the Old Testament. Spanning more than a century of upheaval, exile, and homecoming, Isaiah moves from searing judgment to some of Scripture's most enduring images of hope which still echo in our worship, our music, and our prayers. Different class members take turns facilitating discussion, each drawing on the commentaries of their choice, so every week brings a fresh voice and a fresh angle on the text. No experience or preparation is required. This class meets in person with a hybrid option available when needed. All are welcome!
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 pursue an engaging lecture series from the Great Courses Company. This is a chance to listen to highly-regarded academic leaders to gain new insights into our world. Each half hour lecture is followed by a group discussion. On September 20, we will be starting a series “Who Wrote The Bible? Searching for Its Origins and Authors.” This question has fascinated readers, theologians, and scholars alike. While countless viewpoints have circulated, the matter of who wrote the Bible remains a compelling issue.
Each lecture can be appreciated without the context of the other lectures.
This class takes place on Zoom.
“Love God, Neighbor, and Enemies”
Beginning September 20th
The instruction from Jesus to love God with your whole heart, soul, strength, and mind—and your neighbor as yourself—has come to be called the Great Commandment. And it is great! But love of God and neighbor is not fully expressed if we are only loving when it is convenient or comfortable. Through the exploration of this commandment, participants will learn how—from those who may be hard to love to those who we fear or who may do us harm—the imperative to love enemies, just as we love God or our neighbor, is throughout Scripture. This series explores this call to love through action by serving a stranger, showing mercy, washing another’s feet, being courageous, and living peaceably. Each week we will view a short video and then have a casual discussion. Each class session is independent, and there is no homework, so drop in any time!
Sundays 10:45 – 11:30am, Room 107-109.
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!