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Beyond 90 Days Class: Revelation Study

 
The Beyond 90 Days Sunday School class will be studying the book of Revelation starting Sunday, March 1. All are welcome to check out the class and the study. The class meets at 9:45 a.m. Sundays in Room 262. This study will be led by guest teacher Rev. Bayard Pratt. The Book of Revelation is complex and fascinating, but it's also puzzling to many readers. This Immersion study will deepen your knowledge of Revelation and provide hope in the revelation of Jesus Christ. Please stop by room 262 during the Sunday School hour to get more information and pick up a study book.
 
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Revelation: Bible Study Class

 
From Anton Jacobs: The Bible Study Class has started a study of Revelation, so why not come and join us? Our teacher, Ken Bittiker, has spent two weeks making an introduction to the last book of the Bible. The class meets Sundays at 9:45 a.m. in Room 270. The class has a bridge group and a “42” group that meets monthly. We have a class party at least once every six months. The class has supported the Snack Sacks program monthly for over ten years and also supports other local outreach programs. Come and join us on Sundays for a Revelation.
 
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Fellowship Class: “Sacred Parenting”

 
The Fellowship Sunday School Class is studying "Sacred Parenting" by Gary Thomas on Sunday mornings. What if one of God’s goals for you as a parent isn’t about raising perfect children, but about you becoming more holy?
 

This study will help you and your children grow closer to Christ as you learn to: freely enjoy your kids for who they are; reduce the pressure for your kids to turn out perfect; manage negative responses toward your child’s behavior; and increase your sense of worth as a parent. Fellowship Class meets at 9:45 a.m. Sundays in the Worship Center.
 
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Fellowship Class: “Sacred Parenting”

 
The Fellowship Sunday School Class is going through the “Sacred Parenting” Bible study. What if one of God’s goals for you as a parent isn’t about raising perfect children, but about you becoming more holy? 
 

Come join the Fellowship Class as we discuss “Sacred Parenting” by Gary Thomas. This DVD-based Bible study will help you and your children grow closer to Christ as you learn to: freely enjoy your kids for who they are; reduce the pressure for your kids to turn out perfect; manage negative responses toward your child’s behavior; and increase your sense of worth as a parent. Fellowship Class meets at 9:45 a.m. Sundays in the Worship Center.
 
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Women’s Bible Class Studying “Becoming a Woman of Faith”

 
We invite women of all ages to participate in a Bible study based on the book “Becoming a Woman of Faith” by Cynthia Heald. The class meets at 9:45 a.m. in Room 224. In this new Sunday School class we will be studying scripture and having small group discussion in order to discover for ourselves what it means to be a woman of faith. For more details, please contact Kelly Keller or Debbie Shannon.

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Open Door Class Study of the Book of Acts: “The Acts of the New Church”

 
The Open Door Sunday School Class is currently studying the Book of Acts. The Book of Acts was written to provide a history of the early church. The emphasis of the book is the importance of the day of Pentecost and being empowered to be effective witnesses for Jesus Christ.
 

The Book of Acts emphasizes the importance of obedience to God’s Word and the transformation that occurs as a result of knowing Christ. Come join us as we study God’s Word together chapter by chapter and verse by verse. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 223.
 
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The Journey Class Study: "Countering Pharaoh Today"

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is studying "Countering Pharaoh Today: A Journey from Slavery to Covenant" featuring Walter Brueggemann. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. More details: Tom Harkrider.
 

Session One, January 11: The Way Out. Exodus 1-19; Exodus 2:23, 3:7-10, 19:8. Explore the struggle of people in slavery versus the Pharaonic system described in Exodus; God’s action; how that is re-enacted today. #RapaciousEconomics #VoicedPain
 
Session Two, January 18: The Decalogue. Exodus 20 (10 Commandments, Exodus 16 & 17 (wilderness passages). Explore the 10 Commandments and how they counter the Pharaonic system of production and consumption. #AcquisitiveEconomics #AntiHaranicCovenant
 
Session Three, January 25: Countering Caesar. Luke 2 & 3, John 19:14-16, Acts 17:6, Romans 12. The story of Jesus’ life is completely bracketed by Caesar (the New Testament cognate for “Pharaoh”). Jesus calls the disciples to an alternative obedience outside the definitions of reality offered by establishment power. Explore the similarities of Pharaoh’s system, the Roman system, and our system today. #JunkFoodofPharaoh #PharaohsScarcity #YahwehsAbundance
 
Session Four, February 1: An Act of Imagination. Psalm 73. Where does Pharaoh show up now? In technological, therapeutic, military consumerism. We live in a Pharaonic society marked by conformity and isolated individualism that is legitimated by idolatry for which there is no longer any maintenance for a public fabric. “Neighborhood” is a choosable alternative.
#CommodityVsCommunion
 
Session Five, February 8: On Not Doing God Any Favors. Psalm 50, Deuteronomy 6. God is not in need of what we have, not open to bribery or flattery or any manipulation. God does not want or need or permit worshipers to do any favors for the almighty. Transforming our culture from one of greed to gratitude. #Shemah #BilateralIntimacy
 
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Women’s Bible Class Begins New Study Sunday, January 11

 
We invite women of all ages to participate in a new Bible study based on the book “Becoming a Woman of Faith” by Cynthia Heald. The study begins Sunday, January 11 at 9:45 a.m. in Room 224. In this new Sunday School class we will be studying scripture and having small group discussion in order to discover for ourselves what it means to be a woman of faith. For more details, please contact Kelly Keller or Debbie Shannon.

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The Journey Class Starts New Study January 11: “Countering Pharaoh Today”

 
The Journey Sunday School Class begins a new five-week study on Sunday, January 11 called “Countering Pharaoh Today: A Journey from Slavery to Covenant” featuring Walter Brueggemann. The topics include: The Way Out, The Decalogue, Countering Caesar, An Act of Imagination, and On Not Doing God Any Favors. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. More details: Tom Harkrider.
 

January 11 session (“The Way Out”): Explore the struggle of people in slavery versus the Pharaonic system described in Exodus (chapters 1-19; 2:23; 3:7-10; 19:8); God’s action; how that is re-enacted today. #RapaciousEconomics #VoicedPain
 
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Fellowship Class: “Sacred Parenting” Study Starts January 11

 
The “Sacred Parenting” Bible study starts January 11 in the Fellowship Sunday School class. What if one of God’s goals for you as a parent isn’t about raising perfect children, but about you becoming more holy? 
 

Come join the Fellowship Class on Sunday, January 11 as we discuss “Sacred Parenting” by Gary Thomas. This six-session, DVD-based Bible study will help you and your children grow closer to Christ as you learn to: freely enjoy your kids for who they are; reduce the pressure for your kids to turn out perfect; manage negative responses towards your child’s behavior; and increase your sense of worth as a parent. Fellowship Class meets at 9:45 a.m. Sundays in the Worship Center.
 
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Women’s Bible Class Begins New Study Sunday, January 11

 
We invite women of all ages to participate in a new Bible study based on the book “Becoming a Woman of Faith” by Cynthia Heald. The study begins Sunday, January 11 at 9:45 a.m. in Room 224. In this new Sunday School class we will be studying scripture and having small group discussion in order to discover for ourselves what it means to be a woman of faith. For more details, please contact Kelly Keller or Debbie Shannon.

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The Journey Class “Advent Interviews” - Dec. 21 With John McAteer

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is going through the video series “Advent Interviews” this holiday season. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. For more details on the class, contact Tom Harkrider.
 

“Advent Interviews” involves discussions by authors, moms, friends, pastors, and other humans. Remaining lineup: December 21: “Soul Re-Integration,” with John McAteer; December 28: “Starting to Wake Up,” with Tim Coons; and January 4: “The Risk of Incarnation,” with Parker Palmer.
 
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The Journey Class “Advent Interviews” - Dec. 14 With Jenny Flannagan

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is going through the video series “Advent Interviews” this holiday season. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. For more details on the class, contact Tom Harkrider.
 

“Advent Interviews” involves discussions by authors, moms, friends, pastors, and other humans. Remaining lineup: December 14: “The Hope of the World,” with Jenny Flannagan; December 21: “Soul Re-Integration,” with John McAteer; December 28: “Starting to Wake Up,” with Tim Coons; and January 4: “The Risk of Incarnation,” with Parker Palmer.
 
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The Journey Class “Advent Interviews” - Dec. 7 With Jenny Flannagan

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is going through the video series “Advent Interviews” this holiday season. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. For more details on the class, contact Tom Harkrider.
 

“Advent Interviews” involves discussions by authors, moms, friends, pastors, and other humans. The lineup: November 23: “A Resurrected Christmas,” with Rudy Rasmus; November 30: “Coming to Find Us,” with William P. Young; December 7: “The Hope of the World,” with Jenny Flannagan; December 14: “Soul Re-Integration,” with John McAteer; December 21: “Starting to Wake Up,” with Tim Coons; and December 28: “The Risk of Incarnation,” with Parker Palmer.
 
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Christmas Angel Tree to Benefit Children from a Local Elementary School

 
You can help make a child’s Christmas wishes come true! The New Hope Sunday School class is hosting an Angel Tree this Christmas Season.
 

Beginning Sunday, November 30, angels will be available at tables located in the Upper and Lower Commons. Each angel will have listed on it either specific wants or needs identified by the family and school counselor. The wrapped and tagged packages are due back to the same areas no later than Sunday, December 14. Thank you for making this a special Christmas for these precious children. We greatly appreciate your kindness.
 
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The Journey Class “Advent Interviews” - Nov. 30 With William P. Young

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is going through the video series “Advent Interviews” this holiday season. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. For more details on the class, contact Tom Harkrider.
 

“Advent Interviews” involves discussions by authors, moms, friends, pastors, and other humans. The lineup: November 23: “A Resurrected Christmas,” with Rudy Rasmus; November 30: “Coming to Find Us,” with William P. Young; December 7: “The Hope of the World,” with Jenny Flannagan; December 14: “Soul Re-Integration,” with John McAteer; December 21: “Starting to Wake Up,” with Tim Coons; and December 28: “The Risk of Incarnation,” with Parker Palmer.
 
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The Journey Class “Advent Interviews” - Nov. 23 With Rudy Rasmus

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is going through the video series “Advent Interviews” this holiday season. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. For more details on the class, contact Tom Harkrider.
 

“Advent Interviews” involves discussions by authors, moms, friends, pastors, and other humans. The lineup: November 23: “A Resurrected Christmas,” with Rudy Rasmus; November 30: “Coming to Find Us,” with William P. Young; December 7: “The Hope of the World,” with Jenny Flannagan; December 14: “Soul Re-Integration,” with John McAteer; December 21: “Starting to Wake Up,” with Tim Coons; and December 28: “The Risk of Incarnation,” with Parker Palmer.
 
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Fellowship Class Advent 2014 Study: Everyone Welcome!

 
Need some help focusing on the real Reason for the season? Come join the Fellowship Class for our four-week “Under Wraps” Advent study at 9:45 a.m. each Sunday in the Worship Center.
 

Using a daily devotional and DVD insights from UMC pastors, John Sieverling will lead our discussions as we explore God’s character through both the Old Testament and Jesus. For more information and to order a devotional guide, email us.
 
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Involved in an Advent Study?

 
Need some help focusing on the real Reason for the season? Come join the Fellowship Class for our four-week “Under Wraps” Advent study at 9:45 a.m. each Sunday in the Worship Center.
 

Using a daily devotional and DVD insights from UMC pastors, John Sieverling will lead our discussions as we explore God’s character through both the Old Testament and Jesus. For more information and to order a devotional guide, email us. Our Advent study begins Sunday, November 23.
 
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The Journey Class Study for the Holidays - “Advent Interviews” - Starts Nov. 23

 
The Journey Sunday School Class is going through the video series “Advent Interviews” this holiday season. The six-week study starts Sunday, November 23. The class meets during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:45 a.m.) in Room 260. For more details on the class, contact Tom Harkrider.
 

“Advent Interviews” involves discussions by authors, moms, friends, pastors, and other humans. The lineup: November 23: “A Resurrected Christmas,” with Rudy Rasmus; November 30: “Coming to Find Us,” with William P. Young; December 7: “The Hope of the World,” with Jenny Flannagan; December 14: “Soul Re-Integration,” with John McAteer; December 21: “Starting to Wake Up,” with Tim Coons; and December 28: “The Risk of Incarnation,” with Parker Palmer.
 
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