Adult Spiritual Formation
We want you to grow and thrive as a follower of Jesus. We offer a variety of classes in both large and small group settings. The learning atmosphere is welcoming, with many opportunitiesto deepen your faith and equip you to better serve others.
55 AND UP (and going)
Please join us this Fall-Spring for a variety of social activities designed to gather our “55ish” and older church members. The goal of this group is to create opportunities for fellowship and friendship. Guests are always welcome.
Past meetings have included: Nature Walks, Coffee Meet-Ups, Local Lunches, Books-Sandwiched-In, Guest Speakers and a visit to Beth Yam Synagogue in Hilton Head.
Praying With the Beatles
Where: 205 (Second floor of the Education Bldg.)
When: Thursdays 10:00 AM
Facilitator: Dr. Patrick Perryman
Description: Come together to explore prayer in a fresh and meaningful way through the music of the Beatles. Whether you saw the Beatles at Shea Stadium or on the Ed Sullivan show—or you first heard them on the radio, the chances are you know many of their melodies and lyrics by heart. In this six-week course, we’ll listen to some well-known songs and discover how they can help us pray with scripture, tradition, and imagination. Each week, a song will open the door to a biblical example of prayer and a practice you can use in daily life.
Don’t carry the world on your shoulders, after all it may just be that all your life you were only waiting for this moment to arise. There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be on Thursday mornings starting in September. And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make or at the very least—ohb lah dee, ohb lah dah, la la life goes on.
No singing required, but some may happen!
September 11 – Help! – Prayers of Lament & Petition
September 18 – With a Little Help from My Friends – Praying Together
September 25 – Let It Be – Prayers of Submission & Trust
October 2 – Revolution – Prayers for Peace & Transformation
October 9 – Yesterday – Prayers of Reflection & Examen
October 16 – All You Need Is Love – Prayers of Adoration & Living Love
Other Weekly Adult Bible Studies
Adult Bible Study
Where: 205 (Second floor of the Education Bldg.)
Start Date: September 9, 2024—November 4, 2024
When: Mondays from 6:00 PM –7:30PM
Facilitator: Rob Cooper & Bert Owen (Deacon)
Description: After Jesus delivers the most impactful sermon in history, the disciples assume life will improve now that they’re following the Messiah. Judas has joined the group. Simon and Eden are reunited and everyone is ready to live out His teachings. But problems emerge. Pressure from the Romans and the religious leaders increases and with thousands of pilgrims pursuing Jesus, the disciples can’t decide if they should hide or fight. And Jesus doesn’t immediately provide solutions.
It all reaches a stunning climax when Jesus and the disciples are surrounded by over 5,000 people in a dangerous region, and with tensions high, they run out of food. Until a little boy with five loaves and two fishes shows up. The Way of the Chosen parallels season 3 of the groundbreaking television series about the life of Jesus. The study text provides thought provoking commentary and questions matched to each episode.
Materials needed: The Way Of the Chosen: An Interactive Bible Study By: A. Jenkins, D. Jenkins & Douglas S. Huffman. (Available in the church office)
Women’s Spirituality Class
Where: In the sanctuary Parlor
When: Wednesdays at 10:00 AM - 11:30ish AM
Facilitator: Mary Tatum & Kathy Hodges (Elder)
Description: This class provides a unique opportunity of bonding with other women of all ages through study, prayer and sharing life experiences. This Fall our FPC Women’s Spirituality Group will read and consider We Make the Road by Walking by Brian McLaren. This study will take us on a journey through the Bible blending scripture, story, and reflection. With themes of aliveness, justice, and love, McLaren invites us to experience our faith as a dynamic, unfolding path. We beging each class with discussion of the book we’re studying, and close with a method of prayer known as “lectio divina”. Lectio divina is an ancient form of prayer which we pray into scripture listening for God’s words to touch our hearts. Please join us.
Materials: We Make the Road by Walking, Brian D. McLaren
Presbyterian Women Circles
Four monthly women’s small group Bible studies for every age and stage. The 2024-2025 Presbyterian Women Horizons Study is called Let Justice Roll Down: God’s Call to Care for Neighbors and All Creation. Readers will learn about ecological systems, the challenges we face in this time of accelerated climate change, and the possibilities available to address or counter the impact of human-made stress on our environment. Further, readers will explore theological questions that point us to act and engage, in small and large ways.
Men's Breakfast
Who: All Men Welcome
Where: Blackstone Café— 205 Scott St
When: The first Wednesdays at 8:00am-9:00am
Facilitator: Dr. Patrick Perryman
Description: The monthly men’s breakfast provides an opportunity for spiritual formation and fellowship among the men of our congregation. Whether you are on your way to work, or enjoying retirement, all ages and stages are encouraged. Friends and guests are always welcome. A Bible study and discussion will be led by Dr. Perryman.
Adult Sunday School
“Young(er)” Adults Sunday School Class
Class Dates: October 5th
October 12th
October 19th
November 2nd
November 9th
November 16th
Where: Room 205 (Second Floor Education Building)
Time: Sunday, 10:00-10:45am
Materials: The Message of Jesus: Words that Changed the World
By: Adam Hamilton
Leader and Facilitators:
Dr. George Jacobs
Blakely Williams batwilliams@yahoo.com
Ashley Amundson ashamundson@gmail.com
Description: This six-week class for young(er) adults is designed to ignite conversation, and dig into the four gospels- revealing an abundant, diverse, and complementary picture of God's work in the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
We are excited to fold in Dr. George Jacobs for team teaching. George is an ordained Presbyterian minister and co-founder of the Davidson Centre for Professions. This class is for singles, couples, and anyone interested in exploring themes of justice, poverty, freedom and love.
Childcare and supervision will be available for babies-youth.
2 and under - Nursery
3yrs old - 1st - Sonshine Room (106)
2nd - 5th - Spirit Seekers Room (206)
Youth - Fellowship Hall
Adult Sunday School Class
Starts: September 14th
Where: Room 102- Library
Time: Sunday, 10:00-10:45am
Topic: Revised Common Lectionary
Leader and Facilitator:
Dr. Rob Blumer robblumer9@gmail.com and
Owen Hand (Elder) owenhand@gmail.com
Description: This eight-week class will examine and evaluate lectionary texts for the upcoming Sunday! This format will allow scripture insights and ideas to process and prayerfully develop throughout your week, culminating in Sunday worship. Any generative content may also be shared with Dr. Perryman for inspiration and consideration. We are thrilled to have Dr. Rob Bumer ( Retired- PC(USA) minister) leading this time of discussion and growth. Video “jump-starts” will be sent to participants on the Friday prior to Sunday morning class. Regular participation is helpful, but not required. Please connect with Dr. Rob Blumer via email prior to class so that you can receive class content.
