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Adult Education Takes Off During Lent

• Open Door Lenten Study: Preparing to Lead a More Christian Life. How are we, as Methodists, called to live in this world? What actions should we take when faced with social issues? The Social Principles of the United Methodist Church outline positions on social issues and offer suggestions for responsible action on compelling questions of our time. As Christians and Methodists, what actions should we take on these compelling issues? During the Lenten season, we are called to reflect on our faith and prepare ourselves for new beginnings as Easter people. Join our class in examining these issues through the series, Becoming the People of God, on Sunday February 10 through Sunday, March 16, at 9:30 am, in the Browning Lounge. Each week we will review our church's stance on these issues, read and discuss related Scripture and pose actions we should take. Come and explore how Jesus calls us to act in the world today. Sign up on Sundays between services, in the Ministry Hallway, or with the Church Office to reserve a copy of the study book, Working Together, Sharing the Bounty.



• NEW! "Becoming Well Versed: A Deeper Look at the Bible Texts of the Sermon" is a Sunday morning class for all church members and visitors interested in learning more about the Bible in a structured, inter-generational, interactive, casual setting. Preparation can be as much or as little as your time permits. Starting the first Sunday in Lent, the class will be held at the 9:30 hour. We will delve into the context and background of the lectionary texts – the texts that are the basis for that morning's sermon. No background in Bible study is required. Indeed, this is a safe way to begin Bible study – no expectations of prior knowledge, and the ability to miss a Sunday without missing the point. (An inexpensive quarterly will be available if you wish to prepare ahead of time or review a missed week.) We hope this will be a truly intergenerational interactive class with college-age to retirement-age participants. Although beginning with Lent, the class will continue throughout the year, becoming a regular feature of Sunday morning. Please mark your calendars for February 10 and sign up in the Ministry Hallway if you expect to attend any of the Sundays in February, to help determine the size of the room and the number of quarterlies needed.



• Active Christian Parenting Classes: In just 6 one-hour sessions, parents will understand how to use nonviolent discipline, positive communication, and effective encouragement. Christian Active Parenting is designed for parents of children ages 5 to 12. It combines video, activities, reading, scripture that relates to each lesson and discussion to help parents raise responsible, cooperative children.
  • Part I (Weeks 1 and 2): Styles of parenting; Mutual respect and how to achieve it; "Method of choice"; Handling problems; Cooperation; Active communication.
  • Part II (Weeks 3 and 4): Teaching responsibility; Effective discipline techniques; "I" messages; Logical consequences; Family meetings.
  • Part III (Weeks 5 and 6): Building courage and self-esteem; The FLAC method of defusing power struggles; Power of encouragement; The BANK method of encouragement. This 6-week Sunday School Class will be taught by Jen Hegerty from 9:30 to 10:30 AM, Sunday, February 3 through Sunday, March 9, in the Chapel Lounge. Books are $13.00. Please RSVP with Linda Kretschmaier (885-5365 or ldk@worthingtonumc.com) if you are interested in attending.


• Youth Parenting Class: "Connected Christian Parenting in an Age of IM and MySpace" Have you ever felt like your teenager is communicating in a different language? Want to know more about IM, MySpace, text messaging, and more? Come and learn new ways to communicate with your teenager while finding support from other parents. Mark it on your calendar now. Class will meet on Sunday mornings, February 10-March 9, 9:30-10:30 am, in South Fellowship Hall. Youth Minister Heather Moyers will be leading the class discussion. Contact Heather, at 885-5365 or heather@worthingtonumc.com, to reserve your spot.