Christian Educational Offerings for All Ages

Open minds need a positive, loving, and challenging environment in which to grow.

Sunday School is held from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.

Sunday School Classes for Adults

Take an “Educational Opportunities” brochure from the brochure racks to learn of the current educational offerings at Peakland UMC. You would be welcomed into any class at anytime! Take the leap into a stronger relationship with God and His word – join a class!

BIBLE Alive!

Room 202

Rick Anderson, John Buckley, Mike Ohl, and Don Roy, Leaders

No matter where you are in your journey of faith, there is a long road to travel. Come travel with us! A focus on God’s Word will allow you to reflect on personal, family, church and community concerns.

The study uses material from the Cokesbury's Adult Bible Study Lesson Series that explores the biblical message and how to apply it to daily life. The lesson material provides pertinent scripture, commentary, and guides for reflection and discussion on a weekly topic. You can join in at any time.

The theme for this Fall is “The New Testament Community” and addresses questions of how a Christian Community forms and grows, key elements, and core values. The good news is we have a handbook (Holy Bible) and a Teacher (Holy Spirit).

November 30 "Persecution within the Community"

The lesson is from 2 Corinthians. We will learn that dependance on God provides the spiritual strength to overcome adversity and persecution.

Contemporary Issues

Room 205

Elizabeth Jenkins, Dick Potekhen, Bill Quillian, Coordinators

Current events and topics of interest will be provided by the class leaders and outside speakers. Open discussion adds to the chance for you to challenge and strengthen your faith.

Current schedule:

November 30 No Topic

Too many people will be on holiday. But if you’re here, join the rest of us in the classroom for fellowship.

December 7 Iraq on Pearl Harbor Day 2008

The commitment to speak from an informed Veteran is pending, but mark your calendar. More info to follow.

The Spiritual Magnolias

Room 207

Daneen Garcia, Joy Hilliard & Heidi Oliver, Facilitators

The Spiritual Magnolia’s Sunday School Class for Women announces their next study on

Philip Yancey's Prayer: Does it Make any Difference. This 6 week DVD study provides the opportunity to examine the most fundamental, challenging, perplexing, and deeply rewarding aspect of our relationship with God: prayer. Join the group to learn how to better relate to God through this valuable gift!

All women are welcome into this class of nurture and support! Come even if you haven’t read the material as the discussion will lead to learning. The class meets in room 207 at 9:45.

Sunday School Classes for Children and Youth

Nursery

Rachel Armstead & Iris Harrison, Caregivers

The Nursery is available each Sunday morning from 8:15 a.m. until the end of the 11:00 a.m. Worship Service. Infants through age 2 are welcome!

Preschool Class

Room 109

Nancy O’Brien & Whitney Garrett, Teachers

The Preschoolers will find God and His message through curriculum that is Hands-On!

Grades K through 5

Sanctuary

After greetings and prayer, the classes will be divided into grades to go to either storytelling, drama, games, music, art, science, or movies. Classes are taught by volunteers.

Middle School (grades 6-8)

Room 210

Kathy Hoskins, Leader

Join the Middle Schoolers for Grapple -- an exciting, attention-grabbing Bible study on Sunday morning plus an online community during the week with games, forums, weekly challenges and more.

Confirmation will be held for grades 7 & 8 for 10 weeks beginnign in January 2009.

Senior High School (grades 9-12)

Underground

Matt Foy, Elizabeth Gerde, Hannah Smith, John Vincent, Youth Leaders

Fred Shabestar, Adult Superviso0r

This class led by youth for youth provides a place for members to integrate the Bible, life and faith. This is the place to bring friends and enjoy getting to know each other.

Additional Educational Offerings on Sunday for Children

Children’s Moment

A special “child friendly” sermon is held during the 8:30 and 11:00 worship services. All children, ages 3 and older, are invited to come to the altar rail to hear a brief presentation based on the daily scripture or special occasion.

Worship time Class for Preschoolers 11:00 a.m.

Ages 2 - 4

Room 109

Teacher: Linda Harris

Children, ages 2 through 4, will encounter Gods world through games, group activities, crafts, and storytelling. The children will come into the Sanctuary for Children's Moment and then return to the class for the remainder of worship time.

Junior Church

K - 2nd Grades