Faith Formation
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Fall Sunday Morning Class
"Ephesians Chapters 4-6: Living into Our Calling" Six Sundays, September 9-October 14 9:30-10:30 AM Downstairs Classroom (Room 104) Pastor Kim Wells, Leader |
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After our study of Ephesians chapters 1-3 last spring, this fall we are continuing our study of chapters 4-6. Last spring, we saw how the first three chapters developed a sweeping theological statement about God's "plan for the fullness of time, to gather up all things in Christ, things in heaven and things on earth" (1:10). After explaining how Christ makes possible the cosmic reconciliation and reunification of all things, the author moves on, in chapters 4-6, to lay out the practical implications for our daily lives. How are we "to lead a life worthy of the calling to which we have been called" (4:1)? Join Pastor Kim for this study of Ephesians at 9:30 AM in the downstairs classroom on Sundays through October 14.
Contemplative Formation
Lectio Divina & Group Spiritual Direction
Kim Wells, Leader
Contact Kim for upcoming dates
Lectio Divina & Group Spiritual Direction
Kim Wells, Leader
Contact Kim for upcoming dates
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There are two kinds of reading– one is for information, and the other is for formation. Reading for information is like reading a newspaper, filling our mind with the facts. Reading for formation, though, is like reading a love letter – we savor every word, allowing what we read to deepen our relationship with the one who writes to us. When we read the Bible for formation rather than simply for information, we read it in a holistic way that allows our relationship with God to deepen, and we are formed by our encounter with God through scripture.
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Meaning “spiritual reading” in Latin, lectio divina is a simple, facilitated group process that invites participants to contemplate how God is speaking to them personally through scripture. All are welcome, and no experience is required!
Children, Youth, and Families
Our children and youth participate in the whole, intergenerational life of the church, including our worship, education, and outreach ministries. We also have programs and activities specifically for children and youth. Confirmation classes are offered for youth who are ready to explore membership. For more information about the schedule of opportunities for children, youth, and families, contact Pastor Kim.
Women's Circles
SPIRITUALITY CIRCLE
Last Thursdays, 2:00 PM in rotating members' homes
ALPHA CIRCLE
Third Thursdays, 1:30 PM at Givens Estates
HORIZONS STUDY GUIDE
Though not officially part of Presbyterian Women, both circles are using the PW Horizons study guide:
God's Promise: I Am with You.
You can purchase it from the Horizons website.
SPIRITUALITY CIRCLE
Last Thursdays, 2:00 PM in rotating members' homes
ALPHA CIRCLE
Third Thursdays, 1:30 PM at Givens Estates
HORIZONS STUDY GUIDE
Though not officially part of Presbyterian Women, both circles are using the PW Horizons study guide:
God's Promise: I Am with You.
You can purchase it from the Horizons website.