Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted, by Priscilla Shirer
What do we do when God interrupts our lives? Many times, like Jonah, we run! In this 7-session Bible study, Priscilla redefines interruption and shows that interruption is actually God’s invitation to do something beyond our wildest dreams. When Jonah was willing to allow God to interrupt his life, the result was revival in an entire city.
This study will require about 30 minutes of personal study for five days each week. They will meet on Tuesdays from 10-12 and 6-8pm beginning on March 27th. Contact Carol Knight for more information.
Companions in Christ: The Way of Scripture
Pastor Jaylynn Byassee will be leading a this 8-week study beginning on Sunday, March 18th from 4:30-6:00pm in room 128. This study is intended for committed Christians who are serious about adventuring into greater spiritual depths with God’s Word. The study will be have participants from Valle Crucis, Bethelview and Boone UMC. This study is open for men and women. Cost for the book is $12. Please contact Jaylynn , if interested.
When Helping Hurts, by Steve Corbett and Brian Fikkert
Luke Edwards will be leading the three week book study “When Helping Hurts” during Sunday school hour from March 18th to April 1st. This study will look at the issue of poverty and how church members can respond in a Christ-centered way. If you are interested please contact Luke to get your copy of the book.
Jesus and Darwin
Pastor Byassee and Dr. Scott St. Clair will teach this exciting new class on Sunday February 12 & 26 at 6:30pm, and March 4 at 7:00pm in the choir room located behind the Sanctuary. They will teach on theology and science generally and Christian faith and Darwinism specifically. Childcare is available, reservations are required. Contact the office for more information or Colette Krontz for childcare.
7: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess, by Jen Hatmaker
A true story of how Jen took seven months, identified seven areas of excess and made seven choices to fight back against the modern-day diseases of greed, materialism and overindulgence.
This book is funny, raw and not a guilt trip in the making, so come along and consider what Jesus’ version of rich, blessed and generous might look like in your life. So, what’s the payoff from living a deeply reduced life? It’s the discovery of a greatly increased God – a call toward Christ-like simplicity and generosity that transcends a social experiment.
This women’s study begins on Tuesday January 31st from 10-12 (in room 123) and 6-8pm (in room 132).
Strange Light, Unexpected Friends
On January 22nd, art will be displayed in the church around the theme “Strange Light, Unexpected Friends,” with art by students from ASU. Professor Lillian Nave Goudas will also be teaching a class during the Sunday School hour on how Christians engage art on January 29th and February 12th in the chapel. A reception for these artists, including original musical pieces, will be held on Wednesday evening, February 1st at 6:30.
We are blessed to have these artists as our guests. All are invited to attend and enjoy this wonderful opportunity.
Men’s Bible Study
This group of men meets every Saturday morning at 7:00 a.m. in room 200 except Christmas. This intergenerational group of men come together to focus on one book of the Bible at a time.
