See the Adult Education opportunities listed below or click here for a pdf of the classes be offered.
Social Principles-Creation in Crisis
Facilitators: Deacon Nancy Lanman and Sue Klescewski
September 14 thru October 12 for 5 Sundays – Monthly Second Sunday Social Principle discussions will resume after worship (11:45 am) beginning November 9th.
Location/Time: Lighthouse Room, 9:00-10:00 am
Description: “We acknowledge that unsustainable human activities have placed the entirety of God’s
creation in peril. Further, we confess that the degradation and wholesale destruction of the natural environment threatens unprecedented harm, bringing danger to human and nonhuman life alike” (from the United Methodist Social Principles). In class, we will discuss and reflect on the final section of our UMC Social Principles. Additional articles from The Plough Journal and Christian Century Magazine, like the ones that were shared this summer in the Gathering Room, reinforce concepts from the principle and will be discussed in class. Join our group discussions, which will help us to grow in our understanding of climate change, how we can think more deeply about our role as disciples, and how we can more actively respond.
ReConfirm
Facilitators: Tom Bolton
October 19 thru November 23
Location/Time: Fireside Room, 9:00-10:00 am
Description: Were you one of those kids that was preoccupied with other things–like boys or girls–back during your Confirmation classes in 8th grade? Did you have a teacher who didn’t engage you? Was it so long ago that you forgot lots of what you learned? Are you looking to renew your vows? Ready to fire up your discipleship? Then ReConfirm is the class for you. Lay Leader Tom Bolton will lead this class for anyone interested in reviewing Confirmation material. We will start on October 19th, after Social Principles Class ends, at 9:00 Sunday mornings in the Fireside Room. If there is enough interest, there will be a second session on Tuesday nights, via Zoom, at 6:30 pm. We will pause during Advent studies and Lenten studies, and meet all other weeks for about 16 weeks in all. A “ReConfirm” class in the United Methodist Church, as it’s sometimes called, is essentially a repeat of a Confirmation Class, with lots of
discussion.
Introduction to Using Your Bible
Facilitators: Val Holzman
October 19th– November 23rd
Location/Time: Sundays – Lighthouse Room, 9:00-10:00 am
Description: Whether you’re new to scripture or looking to refresh your skills, this class is for you. Ever wondered, “How do I find that verse?” or “Do I have to memorize all the books of the Bible?” We’ll explore simple tools and helpful shortcuts that make reading more enjoyable and spiritually enriching. Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your desire to grow, and we’ll learn together. Join this class to deepen your journey with scripture and learn basic skills for using and understanding the Bible.
2025 Advent Book Study
Facilitators: Deacon Nancy Lanman and Sue Klescewski
November 30th – December 21st
Location/Time: Sundays – Lighthouse Room, 9:00-10:00 am
Wednesday mornings from 9:30-10:30 am
Description: Journey into the wilderness with John the Baptist and rediscover the call to prepare your heart for Christ’s coming. In Prepare the Way for the Lord: Advent and the Message of John the Baptist, best-selling author and pastor Adam Hamilton invites us to reflect on the powerful themes of repentance, renewal, and readiness that shaped John’s life and ministry. For centuries, Christians have looked to John’s prophetic voice during the weeks leading up to Christmas—a voice that still echoes today, urging us to clear the path and make room for the Messiah. Through Scripture, reflection, and practical insight, this study offers a meaningful way to deepen your faith and embrace the transformative hope of Advent. Come journey with us as we prepare the way—watch for more details soon.
Other Adult Education Opportunities
Sometimes it is just easier to have the Bible read to us than to read it our-selves, isn’t it? Here are three FREE good options for hearing the Bible read on a daily basis. Each reads a selection from the Old Testament, New Testament, Psalms, and Proverbs. All are available as an app also.
- OneYearBiblePodcast.com – The Bible is read in a clear, straightforward fashion without commentary.
- DailyAudioBible.com – The Bible is read through in a year by rotating what version is read each week. There is a ten minute meditation/commentary each day.
- DailyRadioBible.com – The Bible is read through using the New Living Translation. There is a ten minute daily meditation/commentary each day.
- Check out Pastor Glenn McDonald’s 5-minute morning reflection program. It’s accessible on your phone and available as a podcast. Join by going to glennsreflections.com.