| These classes meet from 9:15 to 10:15am each Sunday: |
| |
| 2:17 |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 217 |
| Class members: Singles - 18 - 29 |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Jessica Sarpu |
Description: 2 Thessalonians 2:17 - May he encourage your hearts and give you strength in every good thing you do or say.
Our class exists to unite First Methodist's young adults to God, the church and the community through relevant study, powerful prayer and Christ-like service. |
| Curriculum: 2012 - Relevant discussion-based studies through a variety of books and videos. |
| |
| Adult Bible Hour |
| Location: Hinson Chapel (C101) |
| Class members: Men & Women - intergenerational |
| Format: Lecture |
| Teacher: Varies |
| Description: We are the largest Sunday morning class, where stories of the Bible are brought to life in engaging ways. The class is well organized and takes great care of its members and our church family. There's a place for you in ABH! |
|
| Curriculum: April - June, 2012 - Good News: A Study of the Gospels |
| |
| Encouraging Word |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 216 |
| Class members: Men & Women - 33 to 55 |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Teri Marsh |
| Description: We invite you to join this great group of people whose purpose is to grow in faith and encourage one another through study, prayer and fellowship. |
|
| Curriculum: April - June, 2012 - The Book of Psalms |
| |
| Good News |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 140 |
| Class members: Men & Women - intergenerational |
| Format: Lecture/Discussion |
| Teacher: Keith West |
| Description: Our class studies basic beliefs of the Christian church - emphasizing practical everyday theology.. Understanding what we believe and growing together in our faith is our objective. |
| Curriculum: Began April 2012 - A Skeptic Challenges a Christian: An Honest Conversation About Reasons to Believe by Dr. David Pendergrass. |
| |
| Impacto! |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 215 |
| Class Members: Spanish speaking men & women - intergenerational |
| Format: Lecture/Discussion |
| Teacher: Susie Morales |
| Description: La clase IMPACTO! estudia el libro de Romanos, comenzado el 29 de Abril. |
| Curriculum: April 29 - Summer, 2012 - A Life Changing Encounter with God's Word from the Book of Romans by Navigators. La Vida Cambia en un Encuentro Con la Palabra de Dios del Libro de Romanos |
| |
| Journey of Friends |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 218 |
| Class members: Men & Women - 50's & up |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teachers: Pat & Patricia Walker and Kevin O’Brien |
Curriculum: April - May, 2012 - Lies Women Believe by Nancy Leigh Demoss
Summer 2012 - Outlive Your Life by Max Lucado |
| |
| Open Door |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 201 |
| Class members: Men & Women - intergenerational |
| Format: Lecture and discussion |
| Teachers: Mary Daffin, Larry Harman and Ray Jones |
| Description: Join us for excellent Bible-based teaching and fellowship, and a commitment to support mission work, both financially and physically. This class was one of the original classes of the Westchase Campus and countinues to thrive both in members and spirit. |
| Curriculum: 2012 - Various books of the Bible |
| |
| Pastor Paul's Bible Study |
|
Location: Wesley Academy, Room 208
|
| Class members: Men & Women - intergenerational |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Pastor Paul Clines |
| Description: Each week, Pastor Paul will delve deeper into his previous week's message. Great fellowship and great discussion. All are welcome. |
| Curriculum: June 17 - August 19, 2012 - The Lab: Where Faith Is Shaped |
| |
| Proverbs 31 Women |
|
Location: Wesley Academy, Room 214
|
| Class members: Women - intergenerational |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Tanya Sterling |
| Description: Join us as we candidly discuss the realities and balancing act women have as they journey through life. |
Curriculum: April - May, 2012 - Lies Women Believe by Nancy Leigh DeMoss
Summer 2012: Bad Girls of the Bible by Liz Curtis Higgs |
| |
| Salt and LIght |
| Location: Wesley Library |
| Class Members: Men & Women - 40 - 49 |
| Format: Multimedia message |
| Teachers: Paul & Kara Conrad |
| Description: We are all about linking faith in Jesus Christ and Biblical precepts to contemporary life. We seek to to live out our faith with passion an intentionality. Join us! |
Curriculum: April - May, 2012 - James: Guidelines for a Happy Christian Life by John MacArthur
June - July 2012 - Your Divine Reign - Discover, Develop and Deploy Your Spiritual Gifts by Chip Ingram |
| |
| Three Strands |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 235 |
| Class members: Couples 20's - 40's |
| Format: Discussion |
| Teacher: Varies |
| Description: Ecclesiastes 4:12 - Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. Our members include committed couples; both engaged and married. Our focus is on building strong partnerships based on a growing relationship with Christ and a deeper understanding of God’s Word. |
| Curriculum: April - July, 2012 - Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White: Thoughts on Religion by Adam Hamiliton |
| |
| Truth Seekers |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 213 |
| Class members: Men & Women - 50's & up |
| Format: Lecture/Discussion |
| Teacher: Mark Harwell |
| Description: The members of this class typically have teens or grown children. We are actively involved in missions projects, and have a social gathering once a month. We take seriously the goal of living as followers of Jesus. Come be a part! |
| Curriculum: Began April, 2012 - A Skeptic Challenges a Christian: An Honest Conversation About Reasons to Believe by Dr. David Pendergrass |
| |
| Women of the Word |
| Location: Wesley Academy, Room 220 |
| Class members: Women - intergenerational |
| Format: Video/Lecture/Discussion |
| Teacher: Kathy Behrman |
| Description: Our class offers excellent Bible teaching, supplemented with research and personal insights. The women of this class support each other and the church through prayer, service, fellowship and shared experiences. |
| Curriculum: April - August, 2012 - The Book of Daniel |
 |