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 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.
Examining the Movement to Make Conversion Therapies Legal
Jason Van Ness—a licensed social worker and investigative journalist who focuses on the intersection of faith and politics—will lead a presentation on the specifics of the upcoming Chiles v. Salazar Supreme Court case, and examine whether state bans on conversion therapies for minors by licensed medical professionals are unconstitutional. The presentation also will review the rise of the Christian Right in the U.S., the influence of white Christian nationalism in public policy, the history of conversion therapy providers in the U.S., and implications of the case once a decision is handed down by the Supreme Court.
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 continue discussing So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo. New participants are always welcome!