Adult Ministries Educational Opportunities Winter / Spring 2008

One definition of theology is that it  is “faith seeking understanding.” As Christians at FPC, we are not content to merely say “I believe,” and stop there.  As people of faith we believe we have a responsibility to continue the lifelong process of seeking further understanding so our knowledge of who God is and what God has done in Jesus Christ can grow. When we study together we build our community of faith and grow both individually and as a church community. Please consider attending the following classes offered throughout the week.

For further information, please contact Cindy Merten, Director of Christian Education at 248-644-2087 Ext. 145.

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Morning Readers’ Circle
Fourth Wednesday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in Fireside.
Contact Kathy Nyberg at (248) 644-2906 or kathynyberg@gmail.com. This book group meets each month to read and discuss current books. All are welcome.

Evening Readers’ Circle
Second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in Fireside.
Contact Ginny Axon at ginnya@ameritech.net or(248) 835-5747. This evening group meets each month to read and discuss current books. All are welcome.

Tuesday Morning Bible Study
Ongoing at 7:00 a.m. in Rooms 141-142.
Discussions on Bible stories with a twist led throughout Lent by Bruce Meyer based on Ellsworth Kalas’ book, Parables from the Back Side. Ongoing study of 1 & 2 Samuel resumes after Lent. All are welcome

Third Wednesday Bible Studies
Third Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. in Calvin Hall.
All are welcome to join Presbyterian Women for this study Above and Beyond: Hearing God’s Call in Jonah and Ruth authored by Carol M. Bechtel. What does it mean to hear God’s call? It is often assumed that only those who go into some kind of formal, full-time ministry have heard a “Call.” In the 2007-2008 Horizons Bible Study, Old Testament scholar and pastor, Carol Bechtel, looks at what God’s call meant for Jonah and Ruth. Not just a “fish story” or a Cinderella tale, these biblical books, says Bechtel, offer us insight into what it means for each of us to hear and heed God’s call.

Thursday Morning Bible Study
Thursdays at 9 a.m. in the Library.
Getting Involved with God – Always a good idea...and also the title of the book we’ll use for the Thursday morning Bible Study, starting January 31 at 9:00 a.m. Pick up a copy in the church office, and come be a part of the study, led by Mary Austin.

Believing in the Face of the Unbelievable
Led by Hank Borchardt at 11:00 a.m. in Room 141-142.
Sundays, April 6, 13, 20, 27:  Case studies using specific biblical passages.

Lenten / Easter Studies
Sundays, March 16 and 30. Led by Bruce Meyer at 11:00 a.m. in Room 141-142
March 16:  Four Biblical Accounts of the Crucifixion
March 30:  Four Biblical Accounts of Jesus’ Resurrection 

Preparing for Eric Law
Sundays, April 27 & May 4. Led by Bruce Meyer at 11:00 in the Library.
April 27: Loving the Stranger (Multi-cultural Church, Hospitality)
May 4: Living the Vision: Becoming a Multicultural Church

Inquirer’s Class
Sundays, April 6, 13, 20 & 27. Led by Mary Austin at 11:15 a.m. in Fireside.
If you want to learn more about the church, or are ready to join, this is the class for you. We’ll learn about Presbyterian history and beliefs, and about the inner workings of this church. Come and meet fellow travelers in faith as we explore what it means to be a member of this church. To register, or for more information, contact Mary Austin. New members will be received on May 11 at the 10:00 service

Beginning Yoga
Wednesdays, January through April from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. in the Youth Room.
If you’re curious about yoga, need a relaxing place to unwind in a no-pressure class, or want a kind teacher, this is the class for you. Drop in any Wednesday with your mat. Yoga instructor, Linda Pruss, offers this free class.

First Friday Flicks
First Friday of each month at 7 p.m. in the Red Sea Cinema.
Join your friends on a Friday evening for a movie at 7 p.m. when the doors of the Red Sea Cinema open. Popcorn, movies and conversation make for a fun Friday night. For more information, contact Al Huberty at alhuberty@comcast.net.

Click here for a printable brochure of all the educational opportunities for the current season:  Winter / Spring  Adult Education Opportunities.