Westminster Presbyterian Church

TUESDAYNIGHTTOGETHER

The second and fourth Tuesdays of the month (February 14 & 28, March 13 & 27 and April 10 & 24) at 6:00pm

Everyone is welcome for all or part of TNT. A light supper is served at 6:00pm in the fellowship hall [a donation of $2 per person ($5 per family) is appreciated]. At 6:30pm there are activities for all ages including Kid’s Club (grade school ages), Youth Group and adult education classes.

Childcare is provided.

EXPLORATORY: TEACH ON BEING SERIES “SUSTAINABLE FAITH”

6:30pm in the chapel

Facilitator: Linda Bell

791-3806 or fishlegz@comcast.net

This class is a unique way for adults to launch conversations about God – “Life changing decisions start with changing conversations.” Discover a wide spectrum of interviews with spiritual leaders about sustaining faith.

PRACTICAL – “HOW MUCH IS ENOUGH?”

6:30pm in room 8 / Facilitator: Donna Burkhart

357-4210 or gregndonna@comcast.net

Book by Jean Illsley Clarke & Connie Dawson

This is an excellent class for parents and grandparents alike trying to find balance for children and grandchildren. Topics include: no guilt/no blame ways to teach what ‘enough’ means, to instill responsibility and independence, and to raise children in a loving and balanced way. Books may be purchased the first day of class. Please let Donna know of your interest before the class begins.

“CONVERSATION AND CRAFT FELLOWSHIP” 6:30pm on TNT nights in the library

Phyllis Ryan, 456-6625/Ja_ryan4701@comcast.net

Bring any craft you are working on, or just come for the fellowship! Please note that Phyllis Ryan is still the contact for the Prayer Shawl Ministry.

Adult Christian Education

Winter 2012

“Adult Education is vital to a healthy growing congregation.”

The purpose at Westminster Presbyterian Church is to foster our faith and gifts in an environment of loving challenging Christian growth and to address the world with peace, justice, hope and love.

WEDNESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays from 10:00am until noon, room 12

Joan Schlect, 456-4674 or edjoansch@aol.com

This Bible study group enjoys studying God’s Word and praying together and you are warmly invited to join us at any time. Our discussions are stimulating as we search the scriptures together, sharing our insights with each other as we all endeavor to grow in God’s grace. For more information, please give Joan a call.

HORIZONS BIBLE STUDY

For more information about Circles and/or this study, please contact Marty Braun at 438-5619 or alaskabraun@gmail.com

Horizons Bible Studies, published by Presbyterian Women, PCUSA, are used in many of our church circles at their monthly meetings. The study this year is “Confessing the Beatitudes”.

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION

Pastors: David Kegley and Christine Long

Meets in room 12

New member classes are held periodically for those who would like to learn more about the church. The class explores our faith journeys, what it means to join a church, the mission of our congregation and what it means to be a Presbyterian. For information about the next new member class, please call the church office.

SUNDAY MORNINGS

KERYGMA BIBLE STUDY:

“The Gospel of Mark: Jesus- Powerful, Courageous, Trusting”

Meets in room 7

January 8 through February 26, 2012

(8 classes)

Facilitator: Kevin Krueger

754-1318/kdkrueger@comcast.net

The portrait of Jesus we find in Mark is one of a powerful man, confident in his choices, but thoroughly trusting in God even as he faces persecution and ultimately death. Those who struggle in their discipleship are comforted to read in Mark’s gospel how even Jesus’ followers often fail to understand the depth and breadth of Jesus’ power and authority.

“Hosanna: A Spiritual Journey through Holy Week”

Meets in room 7

March 4 through April 1, 2012 (5 classes)

Facilitator: Kevin Krueger

754-1318/kdkrueger@comcast.net

Hosanna invites you to explore, in all four Gospels and in Paul’s writings, the main texts that deal specifically with the last week of Jesus’ life and with the resurrection.

Practical – “An Altar in the World:

A Geography of Faith”

by Barbara Brown Taylor

Meets in room 11

January 8 through April 1

(12 classes)

Facilitator: Pastor Christine Long

357-5750 / ctlong@wpcoly.org

Author Barbara Brown Taylor reveals meaningful ways to discover the sacred in the small things we do and see – from simple practices such as walking, working and prayer. Through Taylor’s expert guidance and delicate, thought-provoking prose, we learn to live with purpose, pay attention, slow down and revere the world we live in. Please notify Christine by December 30th. (Books may be purchased at most book stores and through Amazon – about $10.50)

“THE UPPER ROOM”

A year-long class, room 12, Elsa McLain 357-9674 or temclain@gmail.com

Study books are available for $4

The PCUSA Bible study, “THE PRESENT WORD” focuses on how the Bible speaks to our contemporary lives in today’s world. The class focuses on prayer time and shares in social events. Everyone is most welcome to join at any time.

Practical – “Nutrition & Fitness”

Meets in room 8 / beginning January 8 Facilitators: Terry Shaw, wpcmusic@msn.com and Deb Haynie, 943-9456 or rlhaynie@comcast.net

This class on nutrition and fitness will be informative as well as practical! You will have the chance to learn exactly what you need to enhance your current diet and exercise regimen. This class is for everyone, no matter age, fitness level, size, shape or anything else. If you want to learn more about your body and how to sustain a healthy lifestyle, come to this class for a fun experience.