Fall Adult Classes | Four Options
Wednesdays October 11 – 25 | 6:15pm – 7:15pm | Second Floor Classrooms | Four 3-week classes to choose from
BIBLICAL: Sermon on the Mount with Dr. Bill Higgs - Matthew 5-7 contains some of the most familiar—and most challenging—passages in the New Testament, focusing not on what a Christian is to believe, but how a Christian is to behave. Then and now, Jesus teaches us how to live out our faith in the light of his Gospel.
PRACTICAL: Christ Church Connect with Rev. Dr. Eric Bryant and Rev. Amy Chapman - Whether you’re a new member of Christ Church, thinking about joining, or want to learn more about John Wesley and Methodism, we will share our church’s history and mission, introduce our ministry team, and lead a fascinating walking tour of the building.
SPIRITUAL: Lectio Divina with Shelah Woodruff - Lectio Divina is a traditional spiritual practice of treating Scripture, not as a text to be studied, but as the living Word, meant to be experienced. Moving through verses in measured steps—read, reflect, respond, rest—you’ll engage with Scripture in a deeper, more personal way.
SOCIAL JUSTICE: Stretching Our Love with Rev. Dr. Leanne Hadley, Kate Crandell, and Liz Matney - Join your Christ Church friends as together we use Scripture and prayer to envision an inclusive church for all God’s beloved, including our LGBTQIA+ members, friends and allies. “Do not fear, greatly beloved; you are safe. Be strong and courageous!” Daniel 10:19
Adult Online Study
Order the Book: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Between-Us-Enneagram-Relationships/dp/0830846425/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1687117603&sr=8-1
Order the Study Guide: https://www.amazon.com/Path-Between-Us-Study-Guide/dp/0830846433/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=
Questions? Please contact:
Liz Matney 502.648.2255
Kate Crandell 502.553.0707
The Path Between Us: An Enneagram Journey to Healthy Relationships | Beginning Thursday, September 7 | 7pm on Zoom
If you already know your Enneagram number and are ready to learn how to use it as a tool for developing healthier relationships, this Zoom class is for you! Liz Matney and Kate Crandell are leading this online study of Suzanne Stabile’s book, The Path Between Us: An Enneagram Journey to Healthy Relationships at 7pm on the first and third Thursdays in September, October, and November.
- September 7 Session 1: The Best Part of You Is the Worst Part of You
- September 21 Session 2: What We Want
- October 5 Session 3: What We Fear
- October 19 Session 4: What We Offer
- November 2 Session 5: Keeping Each Other Forgiven and Free
- November 16 Session 6: Ways to Help Ourselves and Others
A Zoom link will be provided once you have registered. Every other Thursday night beginning, September 7, simply click on the link using your computer, smart phone, or tablet at 7pm and join the study.
Both the book and the study guide are available on Amazon and are highly recommended for more self-discovery, increased compassion and personal growth.
Women's Bible Study: When You Pray
Thursdays 6:30-8pm | September 28 – November 9 | Room 260
Led by Tish Muldoon
In this 7-session study, gather with your Christ Church sisters and friends, along with six gifted Bible teachers on video, who guide you through prayers in the Bible that will inspire and inform your own. You'll learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. You'll see examples of how to pray when you're alone and when you're with others. Through studying and discussing When You Pray together, you’ll find your faith strengthened and your heart more deeply connected to Christ!
Order your copy of the When You Pray workbook HERE.
Booked for Lunch
Meets the Second Thursday of Each Month | 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Booked for Lunch is a monthly book club for women of all ages. We believe that stories provide a powerful avenue for thinking deeply about God and faith at work in the world. As we dig into books by bestselling authors, we ask deep questions: Where is God in this story? How do we see love, forgiveness, and grace play out in this text? How does this story affect me, or change my own faith journey as I’m becoming living proof of God’s love, one person at a time? Reading popular books gives us the opportunity to invite others into these conversations about God—whether at our monthly meeting or beyond—and to share the hope, joy and love that we experience while reading in community. We invite you to bring your lunch and join us on the 2nd Thursday each month.
God's Web
Thursdays at 2pm | On Zoom
Leanne Hadley, teacher
“God’s Web: Connecting Faith with Our Emotions” will draw from Scripture, from Brené Brown's new book, Atlas of the Heart, and from your own insights. Week by week you’ll discover how and why we all need connection, especially in these emotionally charged times.
If you would like to join the study, please contact .
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14
Christian Practices
Meets every Wednesday | 6:00-7:15 PM | Room 260
Combining the study aspect of a class and the fellowship of a small group, Christian Practices, led by John Derr, provides love, hope, spiritual guidance, and encouragement for those who are struggling or searching for answers. In addition to the Bible, this group considers the wisdom found in Richard Foster’s books, Celebration of Discipline, Celebrating the Disciplines: A Journal Workbook, and Spiritual Classics. For more information, contact John Derr:
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS LIST
All Things New
Finally, a Sunday morning class just for parents of littles! Led by couples from First Things First (a class filled with parents of who’ve been right where you are), All Things New will offer relational, spiritual, and practical encouragement for moms and dads with children from newborn through age five.
Join your peers in Room 002 for coffee and conversation, for the joy of laughing together and praying together, for the chance to let go of parenting guilt and celebrate the good stuff. We promise, these are your people.
Room: 002
Contact: Shelah Woodruff
Bible Study
This Bible study group focuses on various books of the Bible and what these books teach us about living the Christian life in today's world. Recent studies include Hebrews, 1 and 2 Samuel, Revelation.
Room: 253
Contact: Linda Underwood
Cana
This group is made up of singles and married couples who share in fellowship, study and worship. Study is on a scripture-based theme and is led by various church members. This group enjoys a variety of social activities together as well as class mission projects.
Room: 254
Contacts: Mark Vanderwerp, Gene Price and Walt Kunau
Chapel Discussion Group
This group meets after the 9:00 worship service to discuss the themes and scripture from the day’s sermon.
Room: Chapel
Contact: John Stover
Covenant
This class studies a specific book of the Bible each quarter and is involved in a variety of service projects. Adults of all ages are invited to attend.
Room: Zoom** or 252
**Contact Brad Asher for Zoom link.
Daily Walk
This group strives to gain a greater understanding of what it means to be a Christian in this complicated world. Each week the class selects a scripture passage from the sermon series or prompted by events in life to read and discuss.
Room: Meeting on Zoom. Contact Turney Berry for Zoom link.
Contact: Turney Berry
Explorers
This group is open to all who are interested in growing in their Christian faith in a relaxed and informal environment. We typically use the Bible and books and companion videos by authors such as Adam Hamilton and Max Lucado as the basis for discussion. Topics we’ve explored include the Beatitudes, Psalms, Gospel of John, the Apostle’s Creed, and more. We’ve read Adam Hamilton’s books Unafraid, When Christians Get It Wrong, Making Sense of the Bible, and Christianity’s Family Tree. Visit us any time!
Room: 251
Contact: Dorris Morrow
First Things First
This class primarily includes people with elementary to high school aged children. The group comes together to grow spiritually through prayer, study, fellowship and service while loving and supporting each other through life's joys and trials. This group often sponsors social gatherings, retreats and service projects. The class will begin studying The Walk by Adam Hamilton in September.
Room :014 (lower level on the east side of the building)
Contact: Jessica Rosenthal:
Mark Rosenthal:
Friendship
The Friendship Class was formed in the early `70s by six couples. Today we’ve grown to over 150 individuals. But don’t let our size intimidate you! We like to think we’ve grown so well because we offer a unique blend of individuals who have grown together in a special way through Christ.
So, who are we? We’re mostly couples who have cleared out our nests. Many are grandparents, some even great-grandparents. Some of us are single. But all of us are family! Our age range (not that that matters) is roughly 65 to 85.
We hope you will take the opportunity to visit The Friendship Class. Come and experience that special togetherness in Christ. We meet every Sunday with fellowship beginning at 10:05 AM in room 158 for in-person participation and on Zoom for virtual participation. Average attendance is 85 counting both in-person and Zoom.
Lessons are taught by class members and outside speakers on biblical topics as well as other topics relevant to the class. This group has a strong mission outreach emphasis as well as monthly social events.
Grouping Leader(s): Bill Stinnett, John Wieland, Rob Stockwell, Glenda Thacker
Room: 158
Contact: Bill Stinnett at
Ignite
This small group provides a study and fellowship opportunity. Lessons are facilitated by group members. Recent studies include the book of Judges, ancient Israel, John Wesley’s 22 Questions and the Seven Deadly Sins.
Room: 002 (lower level on the east side of the building)
Contact: Sarah Aten
Mulligans
This class is led by group members and guest speakers to study various books of the Bible as well as topical books. They meet longer than most (9:30 to 10:45 am) to allow plenty of time for group discussion. Upcoming studies include The Gospel for the Person Who Has Everything, Prayer in different traditions, When “Spiritual, But Not Religious” Is Not Enough, the book of Timothy, the life of John Wesley.
Room: Zoom** or 001 (lower level on the east side of the building).
**Contact Bryan Carter for Zoom link.
Contact: Bryan Carter
Pathfinders
The Pathfinders class originated at Broadway Methodist Church, a predecessor of Christ Church, and has continued uninterrupted to the present. Today, the Pathfinders class is for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of God’s Word through detailed study of the Bible, both Old and New Testaments. Our presentations are led by class and church members, as well as other guest speakers. We welcome people of all ages and stages of life and biblical knowledge. Join us on Sunday mornings for study and fellowship.
Contact: Pat Todd
Pioneers
The Pioneer Class is a closely knit supportive group of couples and singles seeking to study God and follow his teachings. Our big outreach is Red Bird Mission in eastern Kentucky, whose food pantry we stock with hearty, healthy foods so all can eat throughout the year. We welcome all to our class.
Room: 156
Contact: Sandy Bock
Seekers
The Seekers Class is composed of a caring and fun-loving group of individuals, who enjoy getting together whether it be for bible study or enjoying a group dinner. We pray for each other regularly whenever someone is facing medical issues or difficulties with family members. On Sunday mornings we have presentations from gifted speakers on a wide variety of topics over the course of a year. Each year a number of projects or activities are undertaken in support of local charities or schools.
The class warmly welcomes new members whether new to the Church or Sunday morning class.
Room: 250
Contact: Jack ShadleSOLO
If you're a woman who attends church on your own—whether you are single, never married, widowed, divorced, or the man in your life doesn’t attend church with you—consider SOLO your safe place to land.
Room: 260
Contact: Janet Yackey
Faith Formation Staff
Mike Porter
Director of Men’s Ministry and Discipleship/Interim Youth Ministry Leader
office: 502-897-9290
