The College Class, taught by Tom
Hanks, discusses questions its
members think would be worth
discussing (or sometimes, questions
Tom thinks are interesting). They
meet over doughnuts and orange juice
conversing on different questions
each Sunday.
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The
Jesse Derrick Class
has no designated teacher. Members
discuss current events (church,
city, nation, world, religious,
political, social, racial, economic)
with no limit to subject matter.
Room 208
The Metanoia Class is new as of
fall 2010 and is led by Mike
Sciretti and Andy Powell. The class
will explore metanoia
together, which literally means to
“go beyond the mind,” and will
encourage one another to practice
metanoia on a weekly basis.
Using the week’s lectionary texts,
the class is designed to be both
contemplative and practical. The
class will meet in the church
library.
The Faith in Literature Class
reads and discusses literary
selections, which may or may not
have overtly religious themes, as
they address and illuminate
religious questions and issues.
Dianna Vitanza is the teacher.
Room 202
The Philia Class, taught by
Mary Louise Baker, is a women's
class that uses Smyth & Helwys
curriculum as a basis for Bible
study. The lesson follows a
time of sharing.
Room 209
The
Koinonia Class
is a place of friendship, support,
spiritual seeking (and humor).
Discussions often include books by a
wide variety of authors from
different religious and
philosophical backgrounds and
traditions. Class participation and
interaction are welcomed and
encouraged. Leader: Celia Dupree.
Room 204
The Connections Class, led by
Kristi SoRelle, is a safe, caring,
supportive group for women which
focuses on the trials, tribulations,
and celebrations of daily life.
The Peace Garden is a quiet
place of meditation for those who
seek the gift of silence and
restoration; no structured class.
The Peace Garden is located behind
the back parking lot.
