All classes begin on Wednesday August 17th and all start at 6:30pm, unless otherwise noted.

August 3rd

• Alpha Dinner 6:30pm in Activity Center
• Chancel Choir begins rehearsals

August 10th

• Dinner at 5:45 for everyone ($3/person or $12/family)
• Faith Journey Message at 6:30 for everyone in the Sanctuary Message provided by Ryan Collins, Youth & Family Ministry Director.
• Alpha Class meets at 6:30pm in the Activity Center
• For this one night only, Chancel Choir rehearsal will begin at 7:30pm

August 17th

• Dinner at 5:45 for everyone ($3/person or $12/family)
• Classes begin! See schedule for room numbers, classes begin at 6:30pm

Classes for Adults

Alpha

This is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed setting.  The 10 week course introduces Jesus and his way of life, answering questions like these:  Who is Jesus?  How does God guide us?   Why does God allow suffering?  No question is too simple or hostile.  Non-denominational.  Atheists and agnostics are welcomed.  This class does have a slightly different schedule than the others.  It begins Wednesday August 3rd 6:30pm in the Activity Center.  Ongoing classes every Wednesday beginning August 10 at 5:45pm.  Please let us know if you need child care for August 3.  It will be provided beginning August 10.  Mike Miller is facilitating, class is 8/3-10/12.

 Christianity and Islam

Christianity and Islam are the world’s two largest and most evangelistic religions and with modern advances in technology, we are more and more aware of one another.  However, Christians and Muslims have historically been largely uninformed about one another and our understanding has often been biased by popular mythology and media headlines. The two religions share many common beliefs and practices but the combination of    cultural differences and the hostilities of governments and liberation movements have often fostered hatred instead of tolerance.  Clearly, the more that we understand one another, the more likely we are to find ways to cooperate or, at least, coexist in the world.  Class will be on Wednesday evenings starting August 17th, 6:30pm in room 140.  It is a 13-week study.  Class is being facilitated by Sylvia Harris.  Class dates are 8/17 to 11/9.

Disciple Bible Study

This class is a continuation from the Spring Session.  It will continue to be facilitated by Molly Hahn but will now meet in room 142.  Class is scheduled to meet weekly from August 17th—October 5th.   Disciples is a study of the bible, book by book.

Hurting Moms, Mending Hearts

As Hurting Moms we experience pain caused by our child’s destructive decisions, disengaging from family, and disrespecting the values we have taught them.  Hurting Moms is a support group designed to be a safe place where Moms can come together to share with one another while they work through a process that will bring them freedom and healing from their pain. Begin the mending process by joining our 10 week class.  This class will meet on Wednesday nights starting August 17th from 6:30pm to 8:00pm through October 19, 2016 in Room 201.  Book cost is $20 and can be purchased in class.  Free nursery will be provided.  For more information contact: Sharon Kotsonas at sharonkotsonas@aol.com

Serving from the Heart

Does your ministry match who God created you to be?  In this seven week journey you will discover your intended role in the body of Christ.  This study will help you assess your spiritual gifts, talents and abilities, individuality, dreams, passions and experiences—all adding up to an enhanced capacity to serve God and neighbor.  This class will be taught by Rev. Gwen Mader in room 133, 8/17-9/28.

Surviving the Holidays—Divorce Care

This class is a two hour class that focuses on the difficulties of managing through the holidays after a divorce.  The class will be offered on Wednesday, December 7th from 6:30pm—8:30pm, in room 201.  Facilitator Adriana Hernandez.

The Life You’ve Always Wanted

What does true spiritual life really look like?  How is it achieved?  This eight week class will focus on the spiritual practices for ordinary people.  It is based on the book by John Ortberg and will be taught by Rev Gwen Mader.  Come and “morph” with us!  Class is set  for  10/5—11/30 in room 133.

Registration Form for adult classes:

A lot of thought goes into selecting classes that will appeal to a wide range of people.  Please feel free to contact the facilitator of each class directly if you have any questions.  If you are interested in taking a class (or classes) please complete the form above. Signing up beforehand is not a requirement but it is very helpful in assuring there are ample supplies available.

Classes for Children

The Wednesday evening activities are expanding this fall season.  We are happy to introduce a new book club to the line up!  An overview of what is being offered is provided below.  If you have any questions or would like to let us know your child will be participating please  email  Janelle or contact her via phone at 480-892-9166

Nursery

Your little ones up to kindergarten are welcome to the nursery.  This is a safe place where your kiddo can play with others and hear about God’s love for them.

Fruit of the Spirit

Our Kindergarten through 3rd graders will explore the fruits of the spirit in our traditional Wednesday Wilds night class lead by Lori Wilkins.  This will begin at 6:30 in Room 205.

Book Club

New this Fall:  A book club for kids based on the series by C.S. Lewis: The Chronicles of Narnia.  This is for students in grade 4-6.  The class will begin at 6:30pm each Wednesday and located in Room 203.  The first book to be read is “The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe”.  If you don’t have a copy of the book please contact Janelle, we have extra copies!

Confirmation Class (grades 7-12)

Starting on August 17th, we will gather for Confirmation Class from 6:30-7:30pm in room 200. This is a 9-month program for any and all 7th through 12th grade students who have not yet been confirmed.

During Confirmation students learn the basic  tenets of the orthodox  Christian faith as passed down from scripture and Christian history, as well as United Methodist specific doctrine and church practice. In addition to Confirmation classes, potential Confirmands participate in a number of “field trips” throughout the year to different worship experiences (Greek Orthodox Monastery, Jewish Synagogue, African Methodist Episcopal Church, etc.).

For more information or to register your student, please  email Ryan.

 Classes continue from August 17th—December 21st.  The only exception is that there will be no dinner or classes on Nov 23rd. 

The nursery will be open all night staffed with professional care givers.