Great Hall Lectures
10:10 a.m. in the Great Hall

Join us for a lecture series for adults in the Great Hall, which addresses a variety of topics of interest. For a full list of the guest speakers and topics,email Rev. Sandy Rector.

November 16 - "How the Brain Learns to See the world: Why Meditation is Important in a Sensing Brain"
Lecture by Dr. Christopher Moore, Assoc. Professor, M.I.T.

November 23 - No Great Hall Lecture
One Service at 10 a.m. and Commitment Sunday Brunch

November 30 - Handel’s Messiah
Lecture by Rev. Barbara Greene

 

Fall 2008
Sunday Morning Adult Study Hour
10:10 am - 11 am

Below is a list of on-going adult Sunday School Classes. These meet between worship services from 10:10 am - 11 am. No homework is required and newcomers are always welcome to visit or join in.
If you have questions about our Study Hour, please contact Rev. Sandy Rector.

What It Means to be a Methodist - A short-term course offered several times each year for new members and those interested in learning the history of the denomination and its beliefs along with an exploration of the churches position on human issues in the contemporary world from a sound biblical and theological foundation.

NEW CLASS - Exploring Faith Sundays, 10:10 a.m., Fireplace Room Join the newly-forming Exploring Faith class on Sunday mornings at 10:10 a.m. in the Fireplace Room. Exploring Faith, a place to connect and grow our faith as we journey through a variety of shorter-term Bible and book studies, begins with a book and DVD-based discussion on November 2. The class will take a look at the polarization of America and the ever-hardening positions held by people less and less willing to listen to one another. Adam Hamilton, pastor of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection in Leawood, KS, one of the country’s most dynamic and distinctive congregations, offers a solution in his recently published book, Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White: Thoughts on Religion, Morality, and Politics. Hamilton’s book will be the basis for our discussion on how thinking persons of faith can model for the rest of the country a richer, more thoughtful conversation on the political, moral, and religious issues that divide us. Books are available for purchase for $20 (scholarships available), or you may order a copy online through Cokesbury.com or Amazon.com. Questions? Contact Rev. Sandy Rector. Reading and Discussion Schedule November 16 – How Should We Live? The Ethics of Jesus Scripture: Luke 10:25-37 Chapters: 5, 16, 17 November 23 No Class – Single 10am Commitment Service & Luncheon November 30 – Spiritual Maturity & Seeing Gray Scripture: Matthew 18:1-5; 1 Corinthians 13:13 Chapters: 2, 3, 4, 8 December 7 – What Would Jesus Say to America? Scripture: Jeremiah 9:24b, 22:3-5; Luke 12:48b Chapters: 20, 22, 23 December 14 – Our Own Miscellaneous Discussion from Other Chapters 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 (to be determined by class week prior) December 21 – More Miscellaneous Discussion from Other Chapters 7, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 (to be determined by class week prior)

Living Faith. A diverse, small-group fellowship, which studies the Bible and other literature in order to grow in faith, strengthens devotion to God, and serves others. This class participates as a group in Christian service and outreach. Sunday School class seeks to develop faith, Worship God and build community both within our own group and in outreach to others. This diverse small group conducts Bible study and related literature lessons through videos, books, Scripture reading and other means. Please join us this Fall for an 8 -week study of “Courageous Christians” (how to share your faith). A study of the New Testament in its historical context through a thought-provoking video series by Professor Bart D. Ehrman. Please join us in the Christie Room on Sundays at 10:10 a.m.! The following is a list of upcoming lectures: Nov 16 - The Historical Jesus - Solutions and Methods Nov 23 - Jesus the Apocalyptic Prophet For more information, contact: Pat Simpich or Nancy Wolfe.

Questions of Faith. This group addresses issues of personal faith development, current trends in Christian thought, as well as social and ethical issues in light of Christian faith. Meets in the Conference Room, in the church offices. For more information, email Jane Hart.

Science and Belief in God. Even though most of us have strong beliefs and adequate answers to their shallow challenges, many Christians have been concerned about the popularity of books that have been published in recent years by such “radical atheists” as Dawkins, Harris, and Hutchins. The Science and Religion class invites those from the congregation and the community to join them Sunday mornings for open and far-reaching discussions regarding these issues. The class meets at 10:10 a.m. in the parlor. Contact Maynard Moore for more information.