Adult Formation Classes
Sundays @10am
October 2018
Chapel Class
Chapel
God's World and God's People
A scriptural study of Genesis
God Destroys and Recreates   
  • Oct, 7 - Noah's Steadfast Faith - Genesis 6, 8:19 (Rich Neidinger)
  • Oct. 14 - SERVICE SUNDAY - no class
  • Oct, 21 - Abraham and Sarah Birth God's People - Genesis 18, 21 (Scott Wallace)
  • Oct. 28 - Isaac and Rebekah Continue the Legacy - Genesis 24 (Rich Neidinger)

In this weekly Bible study, seasoned teachers provide the lesson using  The Present Word  curriculum and accompanying scriptural texts.
Conversations Class
Frances Browne Dining Room P212
Ten Prayers That Shaped the World
Sept. 9 - Dec. 16 
led by Rev. Mary Margaret Porter
This series looks at ten prayers of the past to begin to understand and illustrate the ways God was and is active in our lives. We wrestle with the ways in which God responds to prayer (or does not respond) and the ways prayer helped to shape these individuals, and our own, spiritual experiences.

Join us for some or all of these weekly studies from history. We are usingJean-Pierre Isbouts’ book  Ten Prayers That Changed the World: Extraordinary Stories of Faith That Shaped the Course of History . Although reading it prior to class is not necessary, it may be helpful in your own spiritual lives and in the Sunday discussions.

This class uses its round-table setting to exchange ideas from the day's lesson about understanding Scripture and applying it to our lives. 
Passages Class
Pattie Cole Room S203
Caring for Yourself in Times of Change
October 7, 21, 28
Lisa Cashion
Presbyterian Psychological Services
Change happens. While some people adapt more easily than others, everyone can benefit from self-care when going through transitions.

For three weeks Lisa Cashion, Spiritually Integrative Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor, will us walk through mechanisms for easing the impact of a new situation.

  • Oct. 7 - Being present - Get an overview of mindfulness history and centering techniques, including prayer and meditation
  • Oct. 14 - No class - SERVICE SUNDAY 
  • Oct. 21 - Building connection - Find strength and support through friendship and spiritual practices
  • Oct. 28 - Embracing the wilderness - Learn to welcome the process of mystery and discovery by tapping into your own God-given creativity 

This class presents rotating topics that invite exploration of Scripture and ways of living the faith personally and for the world. Teaching and discussion are attentive to the needs and interests of those who are navigating mid-life passages, but
the class is open to all.
Good Samaritan Class
Will meet in Lemma Howerton S202 in October
Color and Character Book Discussion
October 7, 21, 28
facilitated by Ross Loeser
This 3 week series explores the 80-year history of West Charlotte High School to examine issues of race, education, and community. Many of us have experience with busing as a means of integrating schools, and several members of our church attended West Charlotte High in the 1970s, 80s and 90s. We'll hear from some of them. 

The current issue that we'll discuss after looking at this history is what to do with schools that are largely segregated today. Should we use systems like choice and competition, or find more direct ways to racially and economically integrate schools?

Join the conversation in the Lemma Howerton Room. 
No need to have read the book to participate. 
(Facilitated by Ross Loeser)

  • Oct. 7 - Chapters 1-3 - West Char. History and Era of Busing 
  • Kenny Archie and David Dillard
  • Oct. 14 - SERVICE SUNDAY
  • Oct. 21 - Chapters 4-5 - An Integrated School
  • Lanier Hoy and Sara Hoy
  • Oct. 28 - Chapters 6-9 + Final Thoughts - Re-segregation and Looking Ahead
  • Melissa Toth