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Are you interested in studying Scripture? Or discussing a practical approach to life, faith, and church matters? How about social justice issues? Wherever your interests lie, you will likely find a class in which to participate. (Click here to see samples of classes held earlier along with some of the handouts.) Adult Christian Education classes are offered on Sunday mornings or, depending on the topic and time requirements, during weekday evenings or on the weekend. Sunday morning classes begin at 11:00 AM and end at noon. Weekday evening or weekend classes are scheduled at a variety of times and typically last between 1½ and 2 hours. Most Sunday mornings, you may choose from two concurrent sessions, divided along three distinct tracks – Bible Study, Faith Matters, and Social Justice. Please see below for this term’s schedule. Our weekday evening and weekend classes are known as Gatherings for Growth. Gatherings for Growth provide more time for a variety of Christian experiences. A Gathering may be a single event or a series held over several weeks. Some series may include sharing a meal together; others may offer simple beverages and a light snack. Childcare is provided for both Sunday morning classes and Gatherings for Growth. Please read about our Options for Children to learn more about childcare. Our goal, as an Adult Christian Education committee, is to offer classes that not only educate but also inspire and motivate. We strive to keep in mind our congregation’s variety of backgrounds, viewpoints, and experiences when choosing classes, but we are always looking for ways to improve our offerings. Please be sure to share with us any ways in which you feel we may improve our programs!
A TIME FOR TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGE On Sunday, February 15, we’ll begin two adult education classes to entice your engagement in conversation, both following worship and Fellowship Time, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Does “transformation” scare you? Or sound exciting? As our nation enters a new era with the clarion call for “change” – how does the church need to change? What about your own need for personal or family transformation - maybe a shift in focus or new discovery of what God may be calling you to do and to be? Now may be the time! So, how about starting this new year with an Adult Ed class to consider together the transformation we need for a vibrant faith and future at First Congregational UCC? “Transforming Congregational Culture” is a six-week class (February 15 - March 22) based on Tony Robinson’s book by that title. Tony led an exciting weekend for us last Spring, and this class will get specific about his recommendations, following up our 175th Anniversary theme of “Awakening to the Promise.” Led by Rev. Greg and Lou Aderman. The book will be available for purchase for $13.50. Please call the office or speak with Greg to reserve a copy. “Let’s Talk Teens” is a ten-week course led by Holly Teitsma, Ph.D., exploring “Ten Questions to help connect parents, teens and God.” (February 15 - April 26) Holly is a member of FCC, and a psychologist, who has just completed leading this course at another church, and we’re excited she is willing to offer it for us as well! The course workbook, by Diane Overgard & Janice Rubin, is $15. Join Holly and church friends for a lively study of surviving and thriving during this amazing time of life for you and your teen/s. Call the office or talk with Holly for more information.
Adults of all ages are encouraged to take part in Adult Education offerings. On Sunday mornings those adults who are parents of younger children may attend an offering while their children, from birth to 12 years of age, enjoy their own special time. Our youngest congregational members (from birth to 3 years of age) are supervised and cared for in our nursery. Those children 3 to 12 are encouraged to take part in our “Bible Adventure” offering led by Lisa Mitchell. Bible Adventure incorporates meaningful content into various engaging activities that include (but are not limited to) play-acting, charades, songs, Pictionary, Jeopardy, Bingo, and trivia games. Age appropriate activities are used to ensure that all children feel a part of the "team" of adventurers in the faith. In addition to the Sunday morning options for children, during Gatherings for Growth, childcare is provided as needed. So that we may know your childcare needs in advance, please call the church office at 630-355-1024 a few days prior to any scheduled Gatherings for Growth event.
Evening Programs - Gatherings for Growth"Exploring God's Ways in Our World" First and third Wednesday evenings, beginning October 1, 2008 through December 17, 2008 from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Wish you could understand the Bible a little better? Want to spend some time with friends from church getting re-acquainted with some of those old puzzling stories about God's mysterious ways in our world? Please consider joining Rev. Greg on first and third Wednesday evenings, beginning October 1, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. for a series on "Exploring God's Ways in Our World.” Call Rev. Greg (630- 355-1024) with questions, or if you're interested in attending. Dances of Universal Peace:
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