Adult Education

Adult Fellowships

What is an Adult Fellowship?
An Adult Fellowship is an ongoing mid-size group that provides opportunities for friendship, genuine caring, serving and Bible study. These groups meet at various times on Sunday, some in the morning and others in the evening. You’ll not only grow as a follower of Christ, but you’ll build valuable friendships as you meet together regularly.

After I Do: Newly Married (20+)

First Sundays, 12:30 PM
Meet in the atrium after the 11:15 AM service to go out to lunch.

Second and fourth Sundays, 6:00 PM
Starts in the Common Ground Café

This group meets the unique needs of young newlyweds. The purpose is twofold: 1) creating community among young couples and 2) helping them to become grounded in their marital relationship through the application of biblical principles within marriage topics.

Young Families (25-35)

Sundays, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
Lounge C, Led by Bob & Holly Smith

Current Study: In the Dust of the Messiah, DVD Series

Author Ray Vander Laan leads us on a journey through Galilee and Asia Minor, a region where the rabbinic practice of selecting disciples was well-known, and where disciples walked the walk Jesus taught them. Filmed in Israel and Turkey, this DVD explores what it means to be a follower of Jesus, not only in the first century, but now in the twenty-first century.

Home Builders (35+)

Sundays, 11:15 AM
Lounges A & B, Led by Dan Noel

Homebuilders is a relationship-driven group for parents (of infants to teens) which provides opportunities for couples to connect and share their faith. This ministry emphasizes round-table discussions and group interaction. Topics include parenting, marriage, social-justice, personal faith as well as studies through particular parts of the Bible.

Mariners (55+)

Second and fourth Sundays, 6:00 PM
Room 001

Ambassadors (65+)

Sundays, 9:30 AM
Lounges A & B, Led by Pete Schwalm

Current Study: Precedents to the 2nd Coming of Christ

We have all read and/or heard a variety of theories about the end of time (i.e. the second coming of Jesus Christ.) These 12 sessions will develop three precedents that set the stage for the final climax to history as we know it. Historical precedents offer us a clear window that provide clarification to the ultimate conclusion of justice for our world system and of eternal hope for God's people in the 2nd coming of Jesus Christ!

Adult Classes

What is an Adult Class?
An Adult Class is an elective class that is open to anyone. Classes may meet for a quarter or continue longer. If topic and content are what you value most, these classes are for you. Led by gifted teachers, these electives will help you move forward in your journey of faith.

February 26 – Day of Caring Pancake Brunch - No Adult Classes in Lounges
March 11 – Combined Classes for 6 Degrees within Reach Missions Conference

Sundays 9:30 AM

Adult Elective
James – Putting the Gospel into Action
Schwalm Chapel, Led by Stephen Julian

One of the most commonly studied biblical books, James calls to put our faith into action. Three reasons the book attracts attention: 1) Written by the half-brother of Jesus, James is seen as providing a counterbalance to the writings of Paul, 2) The core issues James addresses never go away – they are as relevant today as they were in the first century, and 3) The book is short and easily digested. Unfortunately, just because it is easy to comprehend certain truths doesn't mean it is easy to live them out. Our challenge will be to understand James, to interpret it properly in the context of the whole Bible, and to challenge one another to embrace its calls to action. If you're looking for a safe study, then avoid this course. If you want to experience iron sharpening iron, then come prepared to question, interact, challenge and be challenged, so that, in the power of the Holy Spirit, and to the glory of God the Father, we may live out the transformative work of Jesus.

Adult Elective
Exploring Christianity
Lounge C, Led by Brian & Shirley Kest

Christianity Explored is an informal 7-week course for people who'd like to investigate Christianity, or just brush up on the basics. Looking at Mark's gospel, it explores who Jesus is, why he came, and what it means to follow him. Course topics include: What are we doing here? Who is Jesus? Why did Jesus come? Why did Jesus die? Why did Jesus rise? How can God accept us? What does it mean to follow Jesus? Study guides are available in Common Ground.

The Man In The Mirror (Men's Study)
Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 PM, January 24-March 6

The Man in the Mirror has helped hundreds of thousands of men understand the person who stares back at them in the mirror each morning. This powerful book invites men to take a probing look at their identities, relationships, finances, time, temperament and integrity, and then directs them to take the first step toward lasting change. Find out the man God created you to be! Contact in the church office (937-836-1069) if you are interested in participating.