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Officer Nominations The officer nominating committee solicits recommendations from members of the congregation for the office of elder, deacon and members of next year's nominating committee. Persons holding office should be a member for at least a year, a person who endorses our church vision and direction, demonstrates involvement and is a financial supporter of record. Nomination forms are available at the info centers and the front desk receptionist. An online form is available here. Return forms to the church marked to the attention of the nominating committee by the deadline date of June 23, 2008. Elders Griff Shuler and Larry Nycum, Co-Chairs
Help at First Presbyterian If you enjoy interacting with visitors, volunteer as an info center host on Sunday mornings. We are looking for a couple people to offer one Sunday a month working before and after the 9:30 sevice. If you are interested in trying this out, contact Linda at 723-1621.
Available during the weekday? We need a couple people willing to cover lunch for our receptionist, Ronda, for an hour during the day. Contact Linda for details, 723-1621.
Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries Would you like to tutor an adult in reading, writing, and math skills? Forsyth Jail & Prison Ministries needs volunteers to work with male inmates at the Forsyth Correctional Center. Many of these men are working towards a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Contact Jone Reid at 759-0063, x37, or jone@forsythjpm.org.
El Buen Pastor After School Tutoring 4:00-5:00, Monday - Thursday. Tutors and homework helpers are needed to work with Hispanic students. Spanish not required! To volunteer or find out more contact Mary Bolton, 922-2323 or marysbolton@alltel.net. Map to El Buen Pastor
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Adult Sunday School
The purpose of Adult Sunday School is to help men and women become mature Christian disciples through the study of God's word and it's application to their lives. We encourage you to visit one of the classes and take advantage of the great teaching and fellowship time.
ALL CLASSES BEGIN AUGUST 24
Eagle's Wings (Fellowship Hall)
- Topic: Rotates through an alternating study of Old and New Testament books of the Bible. Fall 2008 Colossians.
- Format: Class of diverse ages which opens with worship and prayer, followed by Bible teaching in lecture format. An emphasis is placed on community (shared worship with mutual prayer and support) along with biblical study.
- Participants: Truly multi-generational, this class is open to people of all ages and comfortable for people in all stages of the spiritual journey.
- Teachers: Jim Johnson and Joe Moore
Table Talk and Listen (A-207)
- Topic: The sermon text of the day.
- Format: Class begins with sharing prayer requests, praying for one another, and then engages in discussion-style Bible study led by prepared facilitator.
- Participants: Open to singles and couples of all ages.
- Facilitators: Tim Sechrest & Lori Gaillard
Students of the Word (A-208)
- Topic: Rotates through Old and New Testament books of the Bible.
- Format: A prepared facilitator guides discussion and application of Scripture text.
- Participants: Open to adults of all ages, with a focus on couples and singles with 30 years of wisdom or more.
- Facilitators: Billy Rice, Dave Meyer, Scott Wray, Martha Lowery, Jeanette Wilhelmi.
Covenant Class (A-211)
- Topic: Various
- Format: Guest teachers are invited to share with the class using various formats.
- Participants: Adults with 60 or more years of wisdom.
- Contact: Sam Blythe
Younger Adults (A-215) - NEW CLASS
All younger adults are encouraged to come to this new class! Not sure if you fit the "younger adult" category? There is only one guideline we are using to define young adult. If you call yourself a young adult then you are! We don't place emphasis on age, marital status, kids/no kids, or family situation. If you are able and interested, join!
Adult Bible Study (A-216)
- Topic: Rotates study of Scripture text and Biblical topics. Fall 2008 - Daniel.
- Format: An in-depth and interactive study led by prepared facilitator.
- Participants: Open to all ages with a focus on adults with 50 years or more of wisdom.
- Contacts: Dick Glaze and Anne Rigby
Pathway (A-217) NEW CLASS
- Topic: Biblical principles using topical study and Scripture.
- Format: Lecture with general class discussion and interaction (no small groups). Emphasis is on daily life application of Biblical study.
- Participants: Open to all ages with focus on adults who are parents.
- Teacher: Griff Shuler
Discipleship Class (B-205)
- Topic: Alternates Old and New Testament book study with occasional topical Bible study.
- Format: Each participant may study the selected text during the week to engage in small-group discussion on Sunday, led by rotating facilitators from the class.
- Participants: Open to all ages with a focus on couples and singles with 40 years or more of wisdom.
- Contact: Betsy Hoppe
Coming to Wednesdays in Sept '08 and to Sundays in Jan '09:
OUR FIRST CORE CLASS: "Know What You Believe." No matter where you are on your spiritual journey, this class is a safe and comfortable place to learn and a place to be challenged! Come any Wednesday/Sunday as we explore the basics of our faith including grace, salvation, the Trinity, prayer, and the other beliefs central to Christianity.
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For more information on the Adult Sunday School classes, please email or call Amy Holloway at 723-1621, ext. 228, or ask a Greeter on Sunday morning.
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