Adult Learning
We never "graduate" from learning about or exploring our relationship with God. Engaging the Bible, learning the teachings of the Church, delving deeper into our spiritual practices and learning how to meet the challenges of life through faith are constant needs. We offer a variety of opportunities to learn and grow in faith for adults. We invite you to take advantage of these so that you can become the person God calls you to be in even new ways.
Wednesday Adult Learning meets most Wednesdays at 7:05 pm during the school year. A new programming year will begin in September.
Wednesday Adult Learning meets most Wednesdays at 7:05 pm during the school year. A new programming year will begin in September.
Once you've joined the Adult Learning group on Realm, you will receive on-going notifications about classes and videos. You do not need to sign up again for future adult learning classes.
Upcoming Sessions
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September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18
SIGNS AND WONDERS – A six-part series based on the book Signs and Wonders: A Beginner’s Guide to the Miracles of Jesus by Amy-Jill Levine, a prolific author and professor of New Testament and Jewish studies. Levine discusses not only how past witnesses would have understood the events, but also how today’s readers can draw meaning from Jesus’s words and actions. Levine describes herself as “an unorthodox member of an Orthodox synagogue and a Yankee Jewish feminist who, until 2021, taught New Testament in a Christian divinity school in the buckle of the Bible Belt.” |
October 25, November 1, 8, 15
CHRISTIANS, EVANGELICALS, & NATIONALISTS – Over four sessions we will explore the ways in which Christian faith and nationalism have become “strange bedfellows” redefining what it means to be American, Christian, and evangelical to the detriment of each.
November 29, December 6. 13. 20, January 10, 17
THE GOSPEL OF MARK - A six-part series based on the book The Gospel of Mark: A Beginners Guide to the Good News by Amy-Jill Levine, a prolific author and professor of New Testament and Jewish studies. The earliest gospel written, Mark provides a powerful presentation of the essence of the good news announced and ushered in by Jesus of Nazareth. Levine describes herself as “an unorthodox member of an Orthodox synagogue and a Yankee Jewish feminist who, until 2021, taught New Testament in a Christian divinity school in the buckle of the Bible Belt.”
January 31 & February 7
TABLE TALK: WHERE NO QUESTION IS SILLY AND ANSWERS ARE NOT GUARANTEED – Pastor Tim will field questions submitted anonymously from the adult study group on any topic.
February 21, 28, and March 6
FREED IN CHRIST: RACE, ETHNICITY, AND CULTURE – A discussion of the long-term and seemingly eternal issues of race and racism. Using the ELCA’s study guide on the recent social statement, the group will learn and grow in a non-threatening atmosphere of love.
March 20
TABLE TALK: WHERE NO QUESTION IS SILLY AND ANSWERS ARE NOT GUARANTEED – Pastor Tim will field questions submitted anonymously from the adult study group on any topic.
April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8
WOMEN IN SCRIPTURE EXPRESSING FAITH – This five-part series will look at some of the faithful and powerful women of faith found in scripture with the goals of learning from their witness and understanding the powers that both shaped and stifled them.
CHRISTIANS, EVANGELICALS, & NATIONALISTS – Over four sessions we will explore the ways in which Christian faith and nationalism have become “strange bedfellows” redefining what it means to be American, Christian, and evangelical to the detriment of each.
November 29, December 6. 13. 20, January 10, 17
THE GOSPEL OF MARK - A six-part series based on the book The Gospel of Mark: A Beginners Guide to the Good News by Amy-Jill Levine, a prolific author and professor of New Testament and Jewish studies. The earliest gospel written, Mark provides a powerful presentation of the essence of the good news announced and ushered in by Jesus of Nazareth. Levine describes herself as “an unorthodox member of an Orthodox synagogue and a Yankee Jewish feminist who, until 2021, taught New Testament in a Christian divinity school in the buckle of the Bible Belt.”
January 31 & February 7
TABLE TALK: WHERE NO QUESTION IS SILLY AND ANSWERS ARE NOT GUARANTEED – Pastor Tim will field questions submitted anonymously from the adult study group on any topic.
February 21, 28, and March 6
FREED IN CHRIST: RACE, ETHNICITY, AND CULTURE – A discussion of the long-term and seemingly eternal issues of race and racism. Using the ELCA’s study guide on the recent social statement, the group will learn and grow in a non-threatening atmosphere of love.
March 20
TABLE TALK: WHERE NO QUESTION IS SILLY AND ANSWERS ARE NOT GUARANTEED – Pastor Tim will field questions submitted anonymously from the adult study group on any topic.
April 10, 17, 24, May 1, 8
WOMEN IN SCRIPTURE EXPRESSING FAITH – This five-part series will look at some of the faithful and powerful women of faith found in scripture with the goals of learning from their witness and understanding the powers that both shaped and stifled them.
Past Sessions
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Sermon on the Mount: A Beginner's Guide to the Kingdom of Heaven
This six-part series features video presentations by Dr. Amy-Jill Levine of Vanderbilt Divinity School and University. This study of the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) focuses on the marks of discipleship and the Reign of God in our daily living. Click to watch the sessions: Session One Session Two Session Three Session Four Session Five Session Six |
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Finding God in 2020
God of Tempest, Whirlwind, and Pandemic: Finding God in 2020 - A look at the disasters, Derechos, diseases, and destruction around us with a quest to discern what God is doing. This course is available for personal and group use. Click to watch the lessons: Session One Session Two Session Three Session Four Session Five Session Six |
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Surprised by Hope
Surprised by Hope: Rethinking Heaven, the Resurrection, and the Mission of the Church – This video-based series featured biblical scholar N.T. Wright. Click to watch the lessons: Session One Session Two Session Three Session Four Session Five Session Six |
Virtual Faith Formation
“Grace Notes” blogs are a way for the pastors, staff, and leaders of this congregation to communicate about the grace we witness and share with one another and with the world. We hope that these will be another way for us to communicate with each other as the body of Christ in this place and time. If you’d like us to talk about something in particular, drop us a note through this site. We’ll do our best!
Devotions & Books
There are many books and resources to grow in faith. Click here for recommended books about spiritual transformation, racism, and other topics.
Other Opportunities to Learn
