Adult Education
Fall 2010
Adult Breakfast in Weiss Hall on Sunday September 12th at 9:30
All Adults are welcomed and encouraged to come to the fellowship hall for a light breakfast to check out the adult classes we will be offering and meet their teachers/leaders. This is also a time for parents to register their children for Sunday school.
Our plan is to offer several classes for adults:
Disciple 1 (begins at 9a.m.)
Book Discussion
Parent’s Class
Social Justice Class
Fall 2010 Classes
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| Revelation is the Bible’s most puzzling book. Though it has inspired some of the world’s greatest literature and art, to many readers the book remains a total mystery—a hodge podge of strange, mystical symbolism and obscure references. Now James (Mickey) Efird provides a clear, readable look at the meaning of Revelation. Probing the mysterious book to its very core, Efrid offers the best of modern scholarship in a accessible way. Efird places Revelation in its historical context (approximately AD 90_, and explains its message for us today Here is a little about the Gipsons: “We have been attending West Side for about a year having moved here to take positions as physicians at the U-M Hospitals. We were fortunate to have been able to participate in two excellent adult Sunday School classes at our church for 10 years, sometimes filling in as teachers. Also, we were fortunate to participate in two classes at our Chapel Hill church taught by James (Mickey) Efird, the Duke University professor who wrote the book "Revelation for Today". We have been participants in and leaders of mission trips to Panama, Brazil, Zambia and Kenya, and have a continuing interest in International Missions. We also have interests in kayaking, hiking, reading, theology, medicine (especially as pertains to the kidney), children, medical ethics, clinical research, and, like most people, a lot of other things.” Sign Up Here |
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| Disciple 1 is typically a 34 week study of both the Old and New Testaments however this year we are going to offer it on Sunday morning beginning September 19th at 9am. (September 12th meet in the fellowship Hall at 9:30 for breakfast, to meet Nicole and pick up your book) Disciple 1 is a Bible study of both the Old and New Testaments it is both challenging and very rewarding, with daily reading assignments and weekly discussion groups. It is a big commitment, but very well worth the effort on many levels .Individuals take Disciple 1 for different reasons, and with different expectations. This is one of the reasons the discussions are so stimulating. There are no prerequisites; only a shared desire to learn more about the basis of our Christian faith and to progress in our relationship with Jesus. Many of the participants have never read significant portions of the bible before (and that is alright); others are very familiar with it. Both can benefit. All will discover that they receive more from this course of study than they had hoped for. It is a truly transforming experience; a once in a lifetime opportunity. If you are interested and would like more information you may contact Mary Marzec at 663-4164. Sign up here or a sign-up sheet is posted on the bulletin board outside Mary's office. It will follow the same schedule as the Sunday school program from September – May. . Please sign up as soon as possible we must have 8-12 people to offer this class. Childcare will be provided for all age children from 9- 9:30am they will then be lead to their Sunday school. Classes end at 10:15 so everyone can be in the sanctuary for the beginning of the service at 10:30. | |
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| We welcome all parents/guardians interested in a growing relationship with Jesus through a curriculum for all ages. Families will study the same Bible passages (at different levels, of course) and they will emerge from Church with a common point of reference that will spark discussion and application at home. This class is specifically for parents/guardians of all age children and youth who are attending Sunday school, however all adults are welcome. Ellen is a board certified child and adolescent psychiatrist with a private practice in Ann Arbor. Jim is the business manager with Zingerman's Roadhouse in Ann Arbor. They're the parents of Katie (14) and Laura (11). They welcome others to join them in 1) learning concurrently with our kids and 2) sharing the joys and challenges of parenting in the context of our faith. |
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| Living to Lead – a weekly Bible study/class led by Pastor Drew. This class is open to any interested adult, but is geared toward those in the congregation who provide leadership in worship (choir, praise band, etc.). Class content and discussion will focus on how to live our everyday lives in a manner that best prepares us to be worship leaders. Note: this weekly class is only 15 minutes long, and meets from 9:30am – 9:45am. Location: Choir Room. Sign Up Here |
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| "Wherever he went, whatever he did, Jesus started discussions about what matters most, because for Jesus, God is always inviting us to open our eyes and join in. NOOMA is a series of short films that explore our world from a perspective of Jesus. NOOMA is an invitation to search, question, and join the discussion." (from the NOOMA web site at http://nooma.com/). NOOMA is a series of short (approximately 15 minute) films designed to spark discussion around issues that we all face: loneliness, love, forgiveness, prayer, pain, time, values. The films are designed to provoke Christian group discussion. They are narrated by Rob Bell. He is the founding pastor of Mars Hill Bible Church in Grand Rapids, a musician, and a well-known Christian author. Bell has been called "the next Billy Graham" and was voted #10 of "The 50 Most Influential Christians in America" in one survey. The class will watch a different NOOMA film each week, and then discuss the message and themes raised in the film. Here’s a little about Harold Tuckett Harold W. Tuckett and his wife Jan have been members at West Side for 3 years. He's a librarian at the UM by trade, where he has taught hundreds of classes and workshops for students, faculty, and staff over the last 23 years. He is the current Chair of the Caring Ministries committee at West Side, as well as serving on Church Council, the Visioning Team, the Worship Transition Team, and the Technology Team. He likes to think he has the essential Wesleyan genealogy, since his maternal grandfather was a Methodist minister and his paternal grandfather was a copper and iron miner. He's also a fan of baseball, hockey, movies, and jazz. | |
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| Wednesday Morning Bible Class will continue the study of the book of Matthew beginning Wednesday September 8, at 10am in Room 208. Begins Wednesday, September 8, 10:00 a.m. Led by Mary Marzec |
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Christian Education for adults is foundational at West Side United Methodist Church, beginning with classes at 9:30 and continuing into the worship service at 10:30 in order to move us out into the world better prepared to live our lives as faithful Christians. We try to offer a variety of classes and class times to make it interesting and convenient for many people to attend. All are welcome and encouraged to enquire about the classes and sign up to attend, either through this website or by contacting Mary Marzec at West Side 734- 663-4164.