Adult Sunday School
9:45 – 10:45 a.m. in the Church School Building
For John and Charles Wesley, education was essential. From its inception Methodism has emphasized certain core beliefs, among them: that humankind is created in the image of God, and every person is endowed by God with the gift of free will. As persons endowed with free will, we are obliged to exercise our wills with maturity and in accord with God’s own will, as we are given the grace to see it. We cannot do this well when our experience is limited by ignorance or bigotry. Rather, we are obligated constantly to use and nourish to the fullest all of the gifts which God has given us.
Glenn’s program emphasizes the Great Commandment: We are to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength (Mark 12:30). All of these attributes are given weight in our educational efforts. We encourage all members, young and old, to participate fully in the educational offerings available at Glenn. By doing so, we hope to respond to the challenge given by Charles Wesley: to grow in “knowledge and vital piety”.
Below is a list of our adult Sunday School classes:
THE WIRED WORD
Theologian Karl Barth once gave this advice to some young pupils of his: “Take your Bible in one hand and take your newspaper in the other, and read both. But interpret newspapers from your Bible.”
That advice is the foundation of this conversation group hosted by Pastor David Jones every Sunday in the church parlor from 9:45 to 10:40. The starting point for the conversation each week will come from a new Internet resource, “The Wired Word,” every Thursday, participants in the group will receive an email that includes biblical commentary and thought-provoking questions related to a topic in the news that week -- sometimes even the same day.
The Wired Word meets in the Parlor (Room 305).
VENTURES IN FAITH
Join us for fellowship, prayer, and good conversation each Sunday
from 9:45 a.m.–10:45 a.m. in the Wesley Fellowship Room
(211 of the Glenn Church School Building)
September 12 – October 17, 2010
Conversations on If you Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat by John Ortberg, will remind us that Jesus’ invitation to walk on water—as Simon Peter does in Matthew 14—is for us all. But walk on water? What does that mean? Through this video based program, we will learn that walking on water means facing our fears and choosing not to let fear have the last word; discovering and embracing the unique calling of God on our lives; and experiencing the power of God to accomplish what we would not be capable of doing on our own.
| September 12 |
What is Water-Walking? |
| September 19 |
The Tragedy of the Unopened Gift |
| September 26 |
Find Your Calling and Get Your Feet Wet |
| October 3 |
Facing Our Challenges, Conquering Our Fears |
| October 10 |
Good News for Cave Dwellers |
| October 17 |
Learning to Wait on Our Big God |
For more information, call Mary Lou or Gordon Boice at 404-634-2999, or email them at mboice@emory.edu or g.boice@emory.edu.
THE NEW CLASS
Now in its tenth year, the class was formed to explore issues of faith in professional life. During that time class members have read and discussed all kinds of books and articles on contemporary issues and on the Bible, ethics, Methodism, politics, ecclesiology, international affairs, other faiths (especially Islam), and theories of a just war.
The class this year will engage several topics and contemporary issues from biblical, ethical, theological, political, personal, pastoral, and international perspectives. Conducted in seminar style, the class relies on reading, reflection, discussion, and broad class participation in leadership and conversation.
The resource person for the New Class is Dr. Theodore R. Weber, Professor Emeritus of Christian Social Ethics at the Candler School of Theology, Emory University. The class also benefits from presentations by other members of the class and by guest speakers from the Glenn/Emory/Candler community and from other interests/organizations. Visitors and new members are most welcome. The class meets in room 422. For more information, contact Joan or Gerald Lord at 404-636-6373.
COVENANT CLASS
The Covenant Class, which meets in room 420, is composed of adult singles and couples and is led by Bob and Janet Gary. This is a group-centered experience in which members covenant to support each other’s journey toward mature faith as Christians. Confidentiality is maintained to facilitate personal sharing. All are welcome.
LIVE 'N LEARN
The Live ‘n Learn Sunday school class is comprised primarily of adults with younger children through early teenage years. The class will begin its 9th year together in the fall of ’08. In recent years the class has dedicated a term (fall or spring) to the study of a particular part of the Bible. However, with an emphasis on the pertinence of the “here and now” and living sacramentally, the class’ study differs from a conventional Bible study. Classes are typically facilitated by Bill Mallard, Professor Emeritus of the Emory University School of Theology, with candor and a fun, quirky style of humor. The classes are typically in a lecture format, yet are quite casual with time for an interesting exchange of ideas and questions. On occasion members of the class will also facilitate the discussion or have visitors join the class to lead a discussion. Meets in Room 419.
THE PIONEER CLASS
The Pioneer Class is a diverse class in gender, age, background, and professions. Topics, books, and articles brought to the class are discussed as they relate to class members’ faith journeys, tests of faith, and the strengthening of faith. Current events are discussed, but politics are avoided. There are several class traditions: occasional, in-class, Sunday morning breakfasts, Thanksgiving Dinners, Christmas brunches, and a late summer picnic/Barbecue. All are welcome. The class is led by John Bracewell. The pioneer class meets in Room 401.
JAKE WARD CLASS
This class was formed in 1938 by a small group of young married couples and named the couples class. In 1953 Dr. Judson C. Ward, then Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Emory, became our teacher. On his 30th anniversary as teacher the name was changed to honor him, and we continue still today with the legacy of Dr. Ward and many others. As the longest running Sunday School class at Glenn Memorial, we are honored to host distinguished guest speakers. We welcome to join us for this unique community full of wisdom and grace. Meets in Room 208.
ECKO CLASS
We invite you to stop by the EcKo adult Sunday School class for a lively discussion. Our focus is on what it means to be Christian in today’s world. A healthy exchange of ideas is sometimes kicked off by a synopsis of the reading material. We value the concerns of class members over the material at hand. Another way to say this is “Love people and use things”. You will find us in room 421. For more information contact Carolyn Bugel at internet4cb@yahoo.com.
PARENTS OF TEENS AND TWEENS
Join us for engaging discussions of our faith and parenting - at critical times in our children's lives and our own! Class model varies from casual conversations, book discussions, and guest speakers on adolescent issues. For more informaiton, contact Kathy Brockman (kbrockman@mindspring.com, 404.634.6156). This class meets in the Library (Room 309).
