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ADULT EDUCATION SERIES Proverbs 24:3-4 "By wisdom a house is built and by understanding it is established; by knowledge its rooms are filled with rare and beautiful treasure.
This year some exciting changes have been made in our adult education program. Because it is sometimes difficult for people to commit to the traditional nine-month courses we have added short courses of one to eight sessions. In addition, we are planning Lenten programs to make that special time of year more meaningful. These changes will provide a new level of variety that we have not had before. We will continue to have the Sunday morning Lectionary courses, movie nights, Bible Studies and book studies that you have enjoyed in the past. We hope that you will find a time or day that fits your schedule and topics that will help you to grow in your faith and understanding of God's love in community with the people of St. Peter's. We invite your suggestions for future programs. Contact: Karen Patton; 972-491-7485; max_patton@yahoo.com
A lively discussion of the gospel passage read in church that day. These passages are the words that Christ himself used to express his spiritual experience and invite us into the same. Come meet the Man and help others on their journey by sharing your own experiences.
The Field Guide to St. Peter's will be offered at several times this year. This class is for Newcomers or Visitors who would like to know about the Episcopal Church and St. Peter's. Each class will have five sessions covering both the Church and St. Peter's history, liturgy, the Book of Common Prayer, and opportunities to be involved at St. Peter's.
In this class, we will be looking at the weekly bible lectionary. If you have attended church service at 8:00 or 9:00 you can critique the sermon and take a look at the lessons that were not mentioned. The word BIBLE stands for Basic Instruction Before Leaving Earth.
TWO MASTERS: ESCAPING BONDAGE TO MONEY
10:30- Abigail/Mark Plemmons; 972-529-1145; am5212@comcast.net
MEETING JESUS Have you ever dreamed of meeting Jesus, getting to know him personally? The Bible tells many stories in which people meet Jesus and are changed. We will use group discussion and the video series Meeting Jesus which presents familiar encounters with Jesus to reflect on those encounters in new ways to come to fresh insight. Four (4) sessions during Lent (2/29, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28) LENTEN RETREAT: MODEL FOR PERSONAL SPIRITUALITY This overnight retreat will present a model that can help us recognize God's faithful presence in our personal life and His constant invitation to new life. We will explore how to enrich our relationships with God, others and ourselves and how to continue to change and grow throughout our spiritual journey. Contact:
TUESDAY NIGHT Mother Virginia will lead a Bible study looking at the Book of Isaiah in the context of the New Testament Scriptures. Each participant will need a Study guide ($6.00) which will be distributed at the first meeting. Virginia Holleman, 972-542-2145; vholleman@stpetersmckinney.com
I LOVE LUCY BIBLE STUDY Using the I Love Lucy Bible Study program we will take lessons from the classic I Love Lucy show and use them as a discussion starter for group study." Adam Miles; 972-562-4789; adam.miles@tenethealth.com
If you are new to the Christian Faith, new to the Episcopal Church or simply want to strengthen or refresh your understanding of the basics of our faith, come join us. If you desire to be Baptized, Confirmed or Received, this is the class you need to take. Join us for education, fellowship and discussion. Father Chuck Treadwell; 972-542-2145; ctreadwell@stpetersmckinney.com THURSDAY NIGHT EDUCATION FOR MINISTRY EFM, is a four year program of theological education by extension offered by the University of the South School of Theology. The participants use theological study, reflection and worship to explore the potentials for discerning gifts and ministries to be faithful witnesses of Christ. Contact: Betty Breyfogle; 972-562-9560; b-breyfogle@comcast.net
FRIDAY BOOK STUDY Father Chuck Treadwell will lead our book study. Parables of Grace by Robert Farrar Capon will be the next book for study. In his highly readable manner, Capon discusses Jesus' parables told between the feeding of the five thousand and the triumphal entry into Jerusalem. You may join the group at any time, but may find it easiest at the beginning of a book. Contact: Carol McQueary at 972 529-3713; cmcqueary@marykay.com
MOVIE NIGHT Once a quarter we offer a chance for adults in the parish to enjoy a movie together on our large screen TV. Questions or suggestions for future movies? Contact Carol McQueary; 972 529-3713; cmcqueary@marykay.com |
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