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First United Methodist Church offers a wide variety of
Sunday School classes. There is sure to be one for you!
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Bart Peak
Teacher: Rotates among class members, includes lay persons and retired
ministers.
Meets in Slaton Chapel
Ages: Working and retired couples and singles
Typical attendance ranges from 30 to 40 people. The class uses the Adult
Bible Studies from the International Lesson Series. Members
demonstrate a concerned interest in and for each other, as well as other members
and friends of the church. They observe illnesses, celebrations, birthdays, and
anniversaries.
The class enjoys several potluck dinners during the year as well as frequent
coffee and refreshment times before class. This class is a fellowship-loving
group.
Through the class budget and giving, the class helps support various mission areas, including Nathaniel United
Methodist Mission, High Street Neighborhood Center, UMCOR, the Kentucky United
Methodist Homes for Children and Youth, Wesley Foundation and Hope Center.
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Bible Study Class
Teacher: Nancy Stengel
Meets in Conference Room-#123
Ages: Unlimited
This lecture-style class covers the
background, history and contents of the Old and New Testament books and themes.
The Bible Study class is designed to meet the needs of those who want a broader
understanding of the Bible. The class focuses on characters, events and themes
in the Bible.
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BLT (Bible Learning &
Teaching)
Teachers: Tim Mowery, Vickie Heierman &
Dulaney Wood
Meets in Room 1
Ages: 30 and up, singles or couples
This class focuses on Biblical studies, current events and occasional special topics. The format is reading and
discussion. The class engages in social activities
including participation in the Baby Boomers activities of the church and in
various sports programs and service projects.
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Contemporary Issues
Teachers:
Chris and Betsy Dixon, Jim and Barbara Foster, Melissa Palmer, Ross
Stinetorf
Meets in Rokeby Hall
Ages: 30 and up
Uses Faith Link online United
Methodist curriculum based on current issues, sent by e-mail to class
members weekly, discussion oriented.
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Cornerstone
Teachers: Wes and Meredith Clark
Meets in the Parlor - Room 107
Ages: Mid 20's - 40's
Bible study and discussion for young adult couples, with or
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Dorothy Hays Class
Teacher: Ann Asbury
Meets in Room 110
Ages: 60+
The Dorothy Hays class uses the Adult Bible
Series for curriculum. The format is primarily lecture with exchange of
ideas welcomed by the teacher.
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Forty - Sixty
Facilitators: Julie
and Gary Koch
Meets in Room 111
Ages: 40+
Appeal for those grappling with mid-life issues; fellowship
and scripture - based studies; discussion and interaction. |
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Forum
Teacher: Dr. Jim Heidinger
Meets in Room 13
Ages: Men and women 40+
The class studies the books of the Bible in an in-depth format in which the
entire Bible is covered over a ten year period. Old Testament and New Testament
books alternate in the cycle, so that portions of both are covered each year.
The format for the class is lecture, followed by discussion. Social gatherings
are usually held about four times a year.
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Grand Sweep
Teacher: Mary Lee Kerr
Meets in Rokeby Hall
Ages: Wide Range
Read, study and discuss the Bible in a year; join the class at
any time. |
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Open Door
Teacher: Dr. Ben
Witherington, Dr. Ben Kibler
Meets in Room the West Chapel
Ages: Wide range
The class is scholar led. Various curriculum. |
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Prospects Unlimited
Teacher: Dr. Bill Arnold
Meets in Room 14
Ages: Working singles and couples with children of all ages
Dr. Arnold, a professor of Old Testament at Asbury
Theological Seminary, leads Bible study, generally focussing on
books/topics from the Old testament. A typical class might
include close reading of passages, explanation of historical context, and discussion of application to our lives.
In the summer, class members take turns teaching from
self-directed studies.
Class members gather socially several times throughout the
year and often include children.
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Rays of Light
Teacher: Dr. Billy Ray Jennings
Meets in Room 12
Ages: 20's to 50's
How our Christian faith touches real life.
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Shaped by the Word
Teacher: Dr. Bob Mulholland
Meets in Rokeby Hall
Ages: Working singles and couples with children of all ages
Uses New Testament as a guide to faithful discipleship
(Does not meet from Memorial Day to Labor Day)
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Seekers
Teacher: Jerry Miller
Meets in Room 2
Ages: 40’s and up, couples or singles
Focus on Bible Study and theology for lay
people. |
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The Word
Teacher: D. Merricks
Meets in Room 214
Ages: College students
Detailed Bible Study for college students; FREE
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