| Advent (Room 319) - Members of the Advent Class consist of
married couples, both with and without children, and single adults. Average age is between 30 and 50
years. Discussions are often spirited with all opinions given consideration. Studies have included a
wide range of topics. |
| Big Brothers (Room 204) - The Big Brothers Class was organized in
1923. The International Lesson Series is taught by members on a weekly rotating basis. You'll like
our music! Composition of members is usually older adults, but a welcome is extended to men
of any age. |
| Billie Scott (Room 214) - A ladies class for all ages, the Billie Scott
Class was organized in 1960. The class studies the International Lesson Series and has five teachers,
each teaching a specific Sunday a month. There are also special interest groups which meet on a
regular basis.
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| Faith (Room 313) - The Faith Class was formed in 1960 and has
grown into an "over 40" class of 55 members, including couples and singles, who enjoy fellowship and
study together. for our lesson we use the Serendipity Study Bible and explore the scriptures verse
by verse.
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| Friendship (Gathering Place 101) - The Friendship Class is just
what the name indicates. The class includes both married and single adults mostly in their twenties
and thirties. The class studies and discusses a wide variety of topics including Bible studies, current
events and religious beliefs.
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| Hannah (Room 323) - If you are female (single, married, divorced,
widowed, etc.) between the ages of 18 and infinity, then this may be just the class for you. The class
focuses on Biblical content with a mixture of lecture, drama, and discussion that keeps you wondering
what's coming next. We hope you will join us! |
| Hope (Room 321) - The Hope class is a growing class of parents
of young children. Our goal is to continue exploring our Christian values in combination with parenting
skills. Our class members believe it is important to develop friendships within the church family to really
become involved in the life and activities of the church. Come join us!
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| KOINONIA (Room 311) - This is a class of singles and married.
We are currently using the Serendipity Bible as our course of study. We have monthly evening pot-luck suppers,
and "get togethers" regularly for special events, e.g. trips to the museum in Memphis, white water rafting, bowling,
Stars games, Southern Adventure and Saturday lunch at Miss Bobo's. Some members assist with the UMYF program. |
| McCoy-Becomers (Room 219) - We believe the Bible to be the
Word of God and our guide for daily living. Our study materials are the United Methodist Adult Bible
Study curriculum which is taught by four teachers on an alternating schedule. We are a caring group
of men and women, single through grandparents. |
| McDonnell/Need Us (Room 206) The McDonnell/Need Us class
is a very caring class of adults who are always ready to help where needed. We use the International
Lesson Series and have excellent teachers.
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| Pathfinders (Room 314) - The Pathfinder Class is made up of
young adult couples. Our class discussions focus largely on current events and our United Methodist
understanding of these events. We also find occasions to meet outside of Sunday School. Come visit us!
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| Seekers (Room 315) - The Seekers Class has begun a Bible Study
journey traveling through the Bible in a systematic, detailed manner. The journey is entitled "Genesis
To Revelation". It is our second time to take the journey. The class instruction is provided by capable
and dedicated members, and the class is conducted in a manner which encourages participation and
expression of beliefs and opinions by the membership.
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| Singles ( Conference Room) The Singles class welcomes singles
of all ages. Coffee time begins at 9:50 with bible study/discussion beginning at 10:00am.
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| Strugglers (Room 221) - The class is made up of adults aged 30-50
who only reluctantly admit they are no longer young adults. As the class name implies, our members
are struggling with the demands of family and career and how to apply our religious beliefs to life's
everyday problems. Class members participate in selection and presentation of lessons as well as
inviting special guest speakers. |
| Sunshine (Room 212C) - The Sunshine Class is a church school
class for adolescents and adults who are mildly or moderately mentally retarded. A team of teachers
work with the students on a rotating basis. |
Upper Room (Room 501) Unity in Diversity
We are couples, singles, new parents, grandparents, and in-betweens.
We study together—the Adult Bible Series with volunteer teachers and lively discussion.
We work together—the Loaf Every Sunday program for the Salvation Army, our on-going service project.
We play together—intergenerational activities with plenty of good food.
We learn from on another, support one another, and have lots of fun; we feel like a family.
We are the Upper Room Sunday School Class, and we invite anyone looking for a Sunday School home to visit us Sunday at 10:00 a.m. in room 501 on the second floor of the Wesley Center.
Upper Room Clas Lesson Schedule for June - August 1999 |
