Here’s a list of what’s happening this week in our Church School classes. We offer Christian Education classes for persons of all ages, from infancy through adulthood, on Sundays, 9:45–10:45 am, unless otherwise noted. Youth classes are currently meeting after our Sanctuary worship service. Read more about our adult classes and children and youth offerings.
Journey with Scripture
“I am the Alpha and the Omega…who is and who was and who is to come.”—Revelation 1:8
This month, we begin a new series of readings entitled, The Apocrypha and The Apocalypse – Word Hidden and Revealed. Over the next few months, we will read and reflect upon the Book of Revelation with reference to contemporary interpretations including feminist and African American perspectives. Each week, we also will read a Psalm and a selection from one of the 15 books of the Apocrypha. These books were written in the period just prior to the New Testament. While not recognized as authoritative by many churches, they have nonetheless inspired poets, artists, composers, ministers, and citizens through the centuries. Join us on the journey!
Join us for this week’s readings: Psalm 57, Susanna 1–27, and Revelation 1:1–20.
Contact Sara Hackett for Zoom information.
Parenting Circle
We will continue discussing excerpts from Lauren Burdette’s book, This Life that is Ours, and how her insights connect to our unique perspectives and experiences of parenthood. Each class will have time for personal sharing and reflection on brief readings from the book. All people involved in parenting are welcome to join us, even if you haven’t read the book.
If you would like a copy of the book, contact the Rev. Heather Schoenewolf.
Seekers
Embracing A Mexican Advent Tradition: Exploring La Posada
Kathryn Ophardt, our intern from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, will tell us about an Advent tradition called “La Posada” (The Inn), which she experienced in Mexico. We will learn about this tradition and consider what it has to teach us about the practice of radical hospitality. The study will focus on the traditional “Posada” song that puts us in the place of the different characters in the story of Mary and Joseph looking for shelter as they made their way to Bethlehem for the census.
Contact Gwen Puza for Zoom details.
Soul Food
The Rev. BJ Woodworth will lead us in a time of Advent reflection. If you’re interested in joining our class, email the Rev. Joe Hajdu.