Here’s a preview of this week’s Christian Education offerings for children, youth, and adults.
Children and Youth Sunday School
Nursery for Kids up to Age 3
Our Nursery is now staffed on Sundays, 8:30 am–12:30 pm. Children sing songs, hear stories, and engage in play to learn about God’s love.
Children Age 4–Grade 3
Children are invited to Sunday School: Sacred Stories for Kids after the Moments with our Children in the Sanctuary (11:10 am). Parents pick up their kids after worship in Room 206.
Using the Godly Play curriculum, kids hear, see, touch, and retell the sacred stories of our faith while asking “I wonder …” questions and responding with art. Children also pray, sing, and share a simple snack.
Tweens in Grades 4–6
Youth are invited to Sunday School: Sacred Stories for Tweens after the Moments with our Children in the Sanctuary (11:10 am). Parents pick up their kids after worship in Room 207.
Tweens currently are working through a New Testament survey course, and dig into Bible stories through games, conversations, crafts, drama, and teamwork to discover what these stories mean to them in today’s world.
Teens in Grades 7–12
Teens meet on the first and third Sunday of each month, 9:45–10:45 am, in the Second Floor Parlor.
Adult Church School
Journey with Scripture | Highland Room & Zoom
The Journey with Scripture class reads together various Scripture readings for that week in worship, whether from the lectionary or our pastor’s choosing. These readings span across the entire Bible. The class uses a variety of methods of engaging the scripture texts and is conversational in nature. Prior knowledge of the Scriptures is not necessary for participation. Rev. Henk Bossers and other class members facilitate the class. Contact Sara Hackett for Zoom information.
Seekers | Garth Overlook Room & Zoom
The Seekers class desires to grow in religious understanding, insight, faith, and practice. We create a space for spiritual and intellectual exploration, enrichment, and sharing. Together we seek a broad, inclusive dialogue, including respecting and learning about other faith traditions. All viewpoints are welcomed and encouraged at our classes. The Seekers class consist of speakers and videos, with time for sharing and questions. Contact Gwen Puza for Zoom information.
Incarnation: When God Becomes Small
Pastor Michael will be with us to discuss how much of Christian theology celebrates the vastness and omnipotence of God, but the infancy narratives reveal a quieter truth: God becomes small. What if the spiritual life is not about becoming big or powerful but becoming small enough to love and be loved? What if God’s power is revealed not in magnificence but in tenderness?
Soul Food | Good Samaritan Room & Zoom
Soul Food is an adult class that focuses on feeding our spirits and nurturing our awareness of God’s presence. We use a prayerful, contemplative format that includes small group discussions of spiritually nourishing texts and personal experiences. The Soul Food class is facilitated by the Rev. Joe Hajdu and other class members. Contact the Rev. Joe Hajdu for additional and Zoom information.
This week, we will spend time discussing Season’s Greetings by Ruth Boling, our book for Advent and Christmas. New participants are always welcome!