WEEKLY WEDNESDAY Night DINNER
5:00 – 6:00pm | The Wright Place
Join us for dinner and fellowship with your church family! Dinner can be purchased for $10/adult, $4/child, with a max cost of $27/family.
PLEASE NOTE: Dinner reservations are no longer required!
October 4
Cheeseburger in Paradise, French Fries/Potato Chip, Pina Colada Cake, Methodist (Virgin) Margaritas
October 11
Bratwurst with Peppers and Onions, Sauerkraut, German Potato Salad, & Dessert
October 18
Fish Fry, Hushpuppies, Cole Slaw, Dessert
October 25
TBA
Session 1 – Adult Classes
Pastor’s Bible Study | Exodus
Wednesdays, through September 27| 6:00–7:00pm | The Great Hall
Everyone is welcome to gather in the Great Hall after dinner for the Pastor’s Bible Study. Dr. Geoffrey Lentz will be leading us in a study called “Exodus: the Movement of God’s People.” The heart of the Old Testament and Torah is the Book of Exodus. It details the central story of the Hebrew Scripture: the delivery of Hebrews from slavery in Egypt and their wilderness journey to the Promised Land. In the process, God disclosed God’s name and nature and made with them an everlasting covenant. This journey of liberation has been a road map for all who yearn for freedom whether it is political or spiritual. But, most of all, it is an invitation to be in relational covenant with Almighty God.
Session 2 – Adult Classes
Starting October 4
Jonah
Wednesdays, starting October 4 | 6:00–7:00pm
Taught by Alex Brown
A look at Jonah, the Prodigal Prophet: In this discussion-based class we will read through the book Jonah and identify key themes in the book and important truths that we can use to help guide our daily lives. To help direct this study of the book of Jonah, Alex will share helpful insights from the book The Prodigal Prophet: Jonah and the Mystery of God’s Mercy by Timothy Keller. No book purchase required.
The Path Between Us: An Enneagram Journey to Healthy Relationships
Wednesdays, starting October 4 | 6:00–7:00pm
Facilitated by Rev. Emily Kincaid
Click HERE to Register and Purchase Book ($17)
Come learn how the Enneagram can be used as a spiritual growth tool for deeper insights about ourselves and others’ personalities so that we can have healthier, more life-giving relationships. Book required: The Path Between Us: An Enneagram Journey to Healthy Relationships by Suzanne Stabile available through Amazon, Kindle, or Audible. If you would like to purchase a hard copy through the church, please pay $17
Looking for Lovely: Collecting the Moments that Matter
Wednesdays, starting October 4 | 6:00–7:00pm
Facilitated by Katy Lauderdale
Click HERE to Register and Purchase Book ($17)
Only when we learn to spot the lovely in the midst of hardship can we experience the transcendent peace of God that keeps us persevering when we want to give up. In this 7-session Bible study, Annie F. Downs examines the ordinary people of the Bible – fishermen, farmers, musicians, women – to discover how they sought beauty in their everyday lives to hold onto the hope of God’s presence with them. Book required: Looking for Lovely – Bible Study Book: Collecting the Moments that Matter available through Amazon. If you would like to purchase a hard copy through the church, please pay $17.
Invitation to Journey: A Road Map for Spiritual Formation
Wednesdays, starting October 4 | 6:00 – 7:00pm
Facilitated by Donell Seager
Click HERE to Register and Purchase Book ($17)
Originally published in 1994, Robert Mulholland’s Invitation to Journey: A Road Map for Spiritual Formation was expanded and updated in 2016 by Ruth Haley Barton, just a few years after Robert Mulholland’s death. I cannot think of better teachers to sit under to grow spiritually than these two teachers.
Nursery
5:30-7:00pm | Education Building
Nursery is available for infants up to 2 years old for parents attending class and choir practice. No registration required.
WEEKLY ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:30pm | Choir Room
Weekly rehearsals take place on Wednesday nights from 6:00 – 7:30pm. No experience needed. Open to all adults and sings at either the 8:30 or 11:00am worship services.
first kids programming
Our Wednesday programming for Kindergarten–5th Grade starts at 3:00pm with a time for great extracurricular classes, developing relationships in small group settings, and having fun singing and playing together. Afternoon programs are divided by age-group and listed below. This lasts until dinner. After dinner, parents can attend classes while kids continue their fun with our Midweek program starting in the gym.
KID CONNECT (for K–3rd Grade)
Wednesdays | 3:00–5:15pm | Starts in Wesley Abbey | Register Online
All children, Kindergarten to 3rd Grade, are invited to join us for KidConnect, our midweek connection time with camp style classes like sports, music, drama, drawing – Pinterest Party games and more. We will meet for worship in Wesley Abbey, enjoy an extracurricular activity, and connect with friends. Students who love to sing and would like to participate in our Christmas musical are invited to stay and participate in our Children’s Choirs. Pick up will be at 5:15pm in the gym.
CHILLTIME (for 4th & 5th Grade)
Wednesdays | 3:00–5:15pm | Starts in Wesley Abbey | Register Online
Each week, all 4th and 5th Graders are invited to join us for Worship and Chilltime in the Wesley Abbey Cafe. We will enjoy lots of fun activities along with a yummy snack while we chill out with friends. We will start in Wesley Abbey for worship with the other children, then we will have our own Chilltime in the cafe. Students who love to sing and would like to participate in our Christmas musical are invited to stay and participate in our Children’s Choirs. Pick up will be at 5:15pm in the gym.
FIRST KIDS: MIDWEEK (for Preschool–5th Grade)
Wednesdays | 5:50–7:00pm | Gym, Education Building (Drop-Off In Gym)
This Wednesday evening program is a great time of fellowship and faith building for Preschoolers and Elementary kids. Each age group will have a devotion/story and play time while parents enjoy a class and fellowship with others.
first students programming
6:00–7:00pm | Youth Building
Students, 6th to 12th Grade, are invited to the Youth Building for fellowship, games, learning, and worship on Wednesday evenings.