Category: Adult Enrichment
Working with Wisdom
Workshop, Sat morning, Sep 26
As disciples of Christ, we want to help our neighbors. But do we truly understand who they are? Do we know what our own blind spots are when it comes to doing this work? The Rev. Dr. Amantha Barbee helps us answer these questions in her upcoming workshop. Join us in Pope Hall Saturday morning, September 26th for a close look at these issues.Read more
Reclaiming the Good News of God’s Grace
Adult Ed, Through Oct 18, 9:45am
Revs. Ashley Birk and San Williams lead a 4-week adult ed series based on the book Being Presbyterian in a Dysvangelical America. The book provides an accessible overview of what distinguishes core Presbyterian beliefs and practices from that of the loud voices of Christian Nationalism. Classes dates are Sep 20 & 27 and Oct 11 & 18.Read more
TWO Journaling as a Spiritual Practice Offerings
Monthly Sessions, Sep-June
This year, Journaling as a Spiritual Practice offers two courses, one in person and one online. As we begin a new season for both groups, you are welcomed to join in with the form of your choice and see what we are all about! A love of words but no journaling experience is necessary. Each course will include 10 monthly sessions, September-June.Read more
Queer Theology Study & Meditation
Zoom, Tues, Sep 15–Oct 20, 5:30-7:30pm
Join a diverse group this fall in an FPC six-week series that explores queer theology, which is a way of understanding God and our relationship with God through the lens of God’s radically inclusive love. Deacon Tony Arnold leads the exploration of concepts, and Spiritual Director Jeannie Bowman leads guided meditations.Read more
Organ Sound Bath
Aug 6, 4-5pm, Sanctuary
Join Dr. Marshall for the unique experience of a “Sound Bath” using an organ instead of singing bowls. An Organ Sound Bath is a meditative experience where participants lie down on the floor, or sit in a relaxed position and are surrounded by healing vibrations from the C. B. Fisk organ. A freewill offering is taken.Read more
The Spirit of the Arctic
Adult Ed, Jul 26, 9:45am
VIDEO. Journey with Pastor Andrew and prepare to be awed by the views and sounds of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. From polar bears to wild caribou, he will take you inside the beauty and mystery of a land that is as wild and untouched as the Garden Eden.Read more
Pride Is About Struggle for Liberation and Equal Dignity
Adult Ed, June 14, 9:45am
This Sunday Tony Arnold presents the third class in a three part series to help us understand Pride and our LGBTQIA+ siblings. This is about how Pride—from its origins as a riot at the Stonewall Inn to its present day struggle for the rights and humanity of trans people in society—has been a social justice movement, not just a celebration.Read morePride Is About Finding and Making Community
Adult Ed, Begins May 31, 9:45am
This Sunday Tony Arnold presents the second class in a three part series to help us understand Pride and our LGBTQIA+ siblings. This class looks at the real (and often unmet) need for a truly inclusive community and how our church can be more welcoming, inclusive, and empowering.Read more
But what does it mean?
Adult Ed, May 24, 9:45am
In Acts 2, Luke describes the gift of the Holy Spirit during the Jewish festival of Pentecost—the rush of a mighty wind, tongues of fire, and a cacophony of languages. No wonder the crowd shouted, “BUT WHAT DOES THIS MEAN?” Join Rev. San Williams on Pentecost Sunday, and we’ll pick up the cry of the crowd and talk together about what it means for us today.Read morePage 1 of 17