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Lay Servant & Disciple I & III Classes (Updated!)
July 18, 2018 / By Beth Holdridge / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Here are some upcoming opportunities for Lay Servant classes and Disciple I and III classes.
Disciple is a program of disciplined Bible studies aimed at developing strong Christians. Disciple I, “Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study,” is a 34 week course that provides an overview of the entire Bible. The study gives the Old and New Testaments equal time, emphasizing the wholeness of the Bible as a revelation of God. Disciple draws upon the work of scholars, the personal Bible reading and study of the participant, and dynamic group discussion to aid understanding of the Bible. Whether you're new to Christian faith or a long-time believer, this course offers the opportunity to strengthen and deepen your relationship with God and develop lasting friendships with fellow followers of Jesus Christ.
Attica: Trinity UMC will offer this 34 week course beginning in the fall. The class must have at least 10 participants registered by September 1. Schedule to be determined by the group. You may register by calling the Trinity office at 585-591-1949 or contact Rev. Pam Klotzbach at 716-560-0290 or revpamumc@gmail.com.
Pendleton Center UMC will offer the class on Thursday evenings from 6:30-9pm beginning September 13. (Registration deadline is Friday, September 6.) They will take a break for Thanksgiving, Christmas and Holy Week, completing the course in May. Child care will be available if needed. Course materials are a Bible and the Disciple 1 study guide. Study Guides may be ordered at the time of registration. Questions or to Register, contact Pastor Lisa Taylor at LisaTaylor@pcumc.org or the church office at theoffice@pcumc.org or phone 716-625-8306.
Disciple III, “Remember Who You Are,” will be offered at Wilson: Exley UMC on Tuesdays beginning August 28 from 6:30-8:45pm. This is a 32 week study led by Pastor John Loeser that includes the Old Testament prophets and the letters of the Apostle Paul. A study manual is required and can be purchased at Cokesbury.com. Please call the church office at 716-751-6057 for more information or to register.
A Mission Journey – This 6-session Advanced Lay Ministry Course encourages short-term mission volunteers to reflect on the reasons why they engage in mission and how they plan and prepare to be more intentional. It helps volunteers shape the stories of their mission experiences in a way that enhances their personal and spiritual journeys. Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm beginning September 18 at Trinity UMC in Attica. To register, contact Rev. Pam Klotzbach at 716-560-0290 or revpamumc@gmail.org The book may be purchased from Upper Room. ISBN 9780835817868
Fall Basic Lay Servant Course – Judy Johnson-Paonessa, CLM, will lead the Basic Lay Servant class on consecutive Wednesday evenings (September 12-October 10) from 6:30-8:30pm. The classes will be held at the Emmanuel UMC, 75 East Ave. in Lockport. Please contact Judy (jljgesq@aol.com) for details and to register for the class. To register, please send your name, street address, phone and e-mail address by August 24. You may also mail the information to Judy’s attention at the church address.