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Adult Christian Education Fall 2010 |
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Faith United Methodist Church is committed to a vibrant Christian Education Ministry, grounded in God’s Word, that permeates all aspects of life at Faith United Methodist Church and our lives as individual Christians. Our goal is to educate members of all ages in the Christian faith for personal spiritual growth and renewal, and preparation for living lives as disciples of Jesus Christ. |
Visit the Soul Food Table during Coffee Hour on Sunday mornings for Christian Education resources.
Click on the Class/Event Title to view more information.
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Classes and Groups |
Special Events & Field Trips |
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Personal God: Can You Really Know the One Who Made the Universe? Sundays at 8:15am, beginning September 12th |
Movie & date/time TBD |
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Sundays at 9:30am, beginning September 12th |
Walk the Labyrinth at Washington National Cathedral Tuesdays at 7:00pm; Choose from September 28th, October 26th and November 30th Reservations Required |
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Sundays at 11:00am, beginning September 12th |
Walk the Labyrinth/Gardens at Brookside Gardens Wednesdays at 10:00am; Choose from September 22nd and October 13th Saturday at 10:00am, October 2nd Reservations Required |
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Sundays at 11:00am, October 3rd through 31st Reservation Required |
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Psycho/Spiritual/Education Support Group for People Who Life With a Spouse, Parent, Child, or Sibling Who Has a Mental Illness or Addiction Thursdays at 5:15-7:15pm, September 9th through October 14th |
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United Methodism 101, A Free Online Course Available October 6th through November 17th Pre-registration required |
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Personal God: Can You Really Know the One Who Made the Universe? 9:30am, Parlor, beginning September 12 Did you ever stop to think that God wants a personal relationship with you just as much as you want one with Him? Tim Stafford, in his book, Personal God, explores the infinite possibilities of a personal relationship with God, its benefits, and the implications in your life with God. Discussion led by Mary Nieter. Return to top
9:30am, Parlor, beginning September 12 Join us as we journey through the fascinating, troubling, bizarre and inspirational narratives of the Old and New Testaments, and maybe even the Apocrypha. Nothing is left out, no matter how confusing, lurid, or jarringly violent it might be. No homework. Frequent recaps, so you can join any time. Discussion led by Hunter Prillaman. Return to top
11:00am, Room 210, beginning September 12 Join us as we follow in the footsteps of Jesus’ earliest apostles as they, powered by the Holy Spirit, spread the Good New of Jesus Christ. Just think, without those first courageous steps amidst many trials, we would not be studying and growing as Christians. No homework. Join any time. Discussion led by Gina Dawson. Return to top
11:00am, Parlor, October 3rd to 31st Reservations Required Based upon Adam Hamilton’s book, “Enough: Discovering Joy Through Simplicity and Generosity”, join Rev. Ken Jones for five weeks in October as we rediscover the Bible’s wisdom in our relationship with money. As a 19th century Shaker song says, “Tis the gift to be simple, tis the gift to be free.” Reserve your space in class by contacting either Gina Dawson (301-881-1881, x2250 or via email at ginad@faithworkshere.com) or Rev. Ken Jones at 301-216-5210). Return to top
Psycho/Spiritual/Education Support Group For People Who Live With a Spouse, Parent, Child, or Sibling Who has a Mental Illness or Addiction Thursdays, 5:15-7:15pm, Beginning September 9 and ending October 14 This group is to provide support to family members who live with someone who has a mental illness and/or addiction, helping them to navigate the stress of caring and increasing their intimacy with God. We will look deeply at the ministry that family members have been called - asking and answering some of the difficult questions that go with being exposed to such suffering. Fun, new friends, music, movement, art, prayer and an anointing ceremony will be part of the weekly activities, but mostly we will be allowing ourselves to be healed by God, so that we might better love our family as ourselves. It is our hope that we might continue the work of removing the stigma of mental illness so that each of us might be free to share our joys and concerns and feel the support of our Christian family when struggling with mental illness.
This group is designed and facilitated by Tina Lightner-Morris, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Pastoral Psychotherapist, for her dissertation project at Wesley Theological Seminary. Tina is also the mother of an adult child who has lived with mental illness since infancy. In addition, she was a guest preacher here at Faith Church in June.
For more information, please contact Tina Lightner-Morris at 301-524-0808 or Tina@lightbalancecounseling.org.
Online Course on United Methodism United Methodism 101 Available October 6 to November 17 A free, basic online course designed for new United Methodists and anyone wanting to know more about the denomination, as well as long-time United Methodists who would like to check their basic knowledge of the church. Each of the four modules in this course contains many interactive features and takes about one hour to complete at the participant's leisure during the above window. Pre-registration is required prior to the official start date of October 6 in order to participate in this course, and no participants will be admitted once the course begins. Go to http://www.umcom.org/site/c.mrLZJ9PFKmG/b.3563949/k.E4C8/Training_United_Methodism_101.htm.
Movie TBD, On a Sunday evening this fall We have had some great movies and discussions over the past couple of years. We are not sure what movie we want to screen or when it will be, but stay tuned for updates. Return to top
Walk the Labyrinth at Washington National Cathedral September 28, October 26, November 30 Reservations Required As part of their Cathedral Crossroads program, the Washington National Cathedral (www.nationalcathedral.org) hosts a contemplative evening on the last Tuesdays of every month which is free and open to the public. They lay out two canvas labyrinths in the cathedral and provide some guides to help you on your walk, along with music playing in the background. Also available during this time are people performing a Laying on of Hands for Healing. We will meet at Faith Church at 7:00pm and carpool. To reserve your space for any of these dates, please contact Gina Dawson (ginad@faithworkshere.com). Please note that we will only go on any of these dates if people sign up. Return to top
Walk the Labyrinth / Gardens at Brookside Gardens September 22, October 2, October 13 Reservations Required Brookside Gardens has a variety of beautiful gardens and walking paths for all ages to enjoy. In addition, they have an outdoor labyrinth, which is made of crushed stone as the walkway, surrounded by bricks to mark the path. If you are unsteady on your feet, you should not attempt the labyrinth but are more than welcome to walk the gardens. For more information about Brookside, go to www.brooksidegardens.org. We will either meet here at Faith Church (and carpool) or at Brookside at 10:00am. Adults only for the Wednesday morning sessions and all ages are welcome for the Saturday morning session. To reserve your space for any of these dates, please contact Gina Dawson (ginad@faithworkshere.com). Please note that we will only go on any of these dates if people sign up. |
Gina Dawson, Director of Christian Education
301-881-1881, ext. 2250