Bible Studies/Classes

All middle and high school girls are welcome. Participants should purchase the book “Get Out Of Your Head” by Jennie Allen, available at local and online bookstores. Contact Cassidy Tryon with questions.

Location: Youth Room

Facilitator: Cassidy Tryon

The book of Ecclesiastes can be one of the more puzzling books of the Bible. Some question why gospel hope seems absent, but others note that the writer paints a remarkable Christ-shaped silhouette where the darkness is masterfully painted in with the fullness of Him “in whom are all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge.” We can read Ecclesiastes with the benefit of knowing the whole story ­- that the puzzling aspects of life connect to create a coherent picture. We will learn how this book points to Christ as the satisfaction of our restless pursuits. Together, we will apply the truths presented by the author to better understand what is happing in the world today. This will inform our witness and reshape our appetites so that we may embrace life with new vigor and purpose. (Note: This class will not meet on Apr. 2 or Apr. 9)

Facilitator: Brian Stuart
Location: Fellowship Hall
Childcare: No

Join us for this video-based bible study followed by a viewing of the movie War Room, and a shared meal (9 weeks total).

“As a believer in Jesus, you are in an invisible war every day. It’s unseen and unheard, but it affects your life and everything that matters to you… Jesus has not left you unarmed, and the enemy always fails when he meets a woman properly dressed. The Armor of God, (based on Ephesians 6:10-20), more than merely a biblical description of the believer’s inventory, is an action plan for putting it on and developing a personalized strategy to secure victory.”

Facilitator(s): Christine Muller, Jennifer Rayburn
Childcare: No

• Did you know that isolation, sadness and depression are on the rise among adults and teens?
• Have you ever had a friend, family member, or co-worker who seems to be going through a difficult time, and you wanted to help them, but really didn’t know how to approach them, or what to say that would be helpful?
• Have you ever had someone in your life who is very needy, perhaps someone who wants to call or text or just be with you way more than you can handle, but whom you find it hard to back away from?

This class addresses situations such as these from a Christian perspective with the purpose of motivating, equipping and training us to care for those who are going through hard times without becoming overwhelmed by their needs. Topics include Jesus’ mandate and scriptural examples, ways to connect and earn people’s trust, the art of listening, maintaining healthy boundaries, and ways to bring Jesus into our conversations. Classes include scripture study, video, testimonies, guest speakers, panel discussion, role playing and group sharing.

Adults and teens welcome.

Sign up online here or at the Welcome Table by April 16 (please indicate if childcare is needed).

Class will not meet on Mothers Day, May 14.

Facilitators: Bill & Betty Casey