ADULT FORMATION

Faith is simple and complex. Having people around us who are also asking questions and figuring out how to follow Christ helps. We have times to sit by ourselves, times when we can talk with a few others, and times when we join a larger group to listen.

Summer opportunities

See below for groups who are meeting this summer.  All our groups will return in the fall. 

Sunday Classes, 9 am in July

20th Century Theologians You Should Know and how their thinking continues to shape common understandings of God and scripture and the life of faith. Professor Sandie Gravett leads through  July in Redhead Hall, hosted by YMBC and Agape classes.

A deep-dive study of the Gospel of John continues in the Seekers class, Main 125.

Small Groups

The Fork & Faith monthly luncheon for women will meet July 16 (RSVP by July 11) and August 20 (RSVP by August 15). Contact Dolly Jennings, dj6871202@gmail.com or call 336-854-2663.

The Community Service Group meets to handcraft lap blankets, hats, scarves, layette sets and more. July 16 & August 20, 10-11:45 am, Garden Room. Contact Hannah Britt, 336-288-9289. 

 

Coming this fall

Men’s Fall Fellowship Breakfast

Registration is open now for this free breakfast on Saturday, September 6, at 8:30 am in Mullin Life Center. Member Richard Beard Jr. will speak on sports tourism and how it benefits our quality of life and enhances recreation facilities around Greensboro that benefits the community. Richard is a highly regarded economic development professional and currently serves as president and CEO of the Greensboro Sports Foundation. A native of Greensboro and an alumnus of Greensboro College, he possesses extensive experience in both the public and private sectors. Notably, he spearheaded the development of Rock Creek Center, a project that resulted in the creation of over 5,000 jobs. Invite a friend and RSVP here by September 1. You can also register with Yolanda Baxter, 336-478-4722.

Women’s Retreat Registration opens August 24!  Learn more here.

Richard Dubose, president of the Montreat Conference Center, will speak Sunday, September 14, at 10 am.

The Faithful Families class will begin a study of The Whole-Brained Child by Daniel Siegel & Tina Bryson, on Sunday, September 14 at 10 am in Memorial 304.