There is a place for you in Sunday School
Hold on to God's Word!
Classes meet on Sundays at 9:45 a.m.
*Central UMC is a Safe-Sanctuaries Church.
It is our belief that the Sunday School teaching program provides the glue with which our church family comes together in a relationship with each other. Spiritual enrichment and lasting friendships are a by-product which benefits the entire congregation.
Sunday School Assistants provide a presence on Sunday mornings, offering the hospitality of God to all who enter with a particular focus on our nursery, preschool and elementary children and their families. Central UMC wants to offer a welcoming and safe environment for all children with reduced risk of child abuse.
Adults have the opportunity to study and discuss the Old and New Testament considering applications to our daily lives. Dedicated teachers enlighten class members with their knowledge and abilities for encouraging continued growth throughout our lives. These classes provide invaluable service to our church in many areas and is our hope that Sunday School strengthens marriages, families, single-life and our relationships with God and our fellow man.
Preschool classrooms are on the first floor and school age classes are on the third floor.
The LAMBS (Infants & Young Toddlers Nursery):
Loving, caring staff and volunteers provide excellent care for babies.
The GUPPIES (Toddlers & Twos):
Come see the underwater scene of fish and mermaids painted on the walls and have oceans of fun!
The STARS (Threes & Fours):
Loving teachers use the Hands-On Bible curriculum, which teach the way that Jesus taught.
GODLY PLAY:
teaches children the art of using religious language: parable, sacred story, silence and liturgical actions to help interpret what happens in their daily lives. Patterned from the Montessori method of using manipulatives to tell the story, the storyteller uses wondering questions to help the children reflect on the story.
SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN:
participate in classes for study and activities that are “Bible-centered” through Rejuvenation Station. This model provides exciting “hands-on” experience through class rotations each month of learning focuses on learning one Bible story through the use of drama, computers, cooking, games, storytelling, art, music and audiovisuals.
The DAILY GRIND CLASS (Youth):
meets on the third floor of the Sanctuary building. Teen Sunday School starts off with a caffeniated wake-up call beginning at 9:30 am in the PAC, just inside the door of the Education Building. There is coffee, soda, and hot chocolate offered to help jolt teens morning off with a blast of fellowship and tastiness. Students are asked to bring their Bibles and a coffee mug to use at the church each week. Join youth for The Daily Grind and wake up and smell the Gospel.
The COLLEGE/YOUNG ADULT CLASS:
This is a relatively new class which is for college students and young adults who are both single and married. It is intended to be a class which young adults can be in fellowship with one another. The class members will rotate teaching on topics which are relevant to their lives and it will allow for active discussion among members. It is designed to be flexible for those young adults who may not be in attendance each week.
The CORNERSTONE CLASS:
is the place to come if you’re a young adult, single or married, or a college age student home on break. The class deals with contemporary topics in a Biblical context that is relevant to their lives and to this day and time.
The GOLDEN LINKS CLASS:
is a group of older ladies, both married and widowed. The class studies the International Lesson Series with a different teacher each week who is very dedicated. This active group of ladies participate in two socials each year, and help with a lot of local church projects.
The GROWING CHRISTIANS CLASS:
includes mostly young adults and married couples who wish to grow in their Christian knowledge and service to the church. Teachers rotate, leading the class in discussing topics of interest to the class. Class members are involved in all areas of the church. this class frequently offers socials and Sunday fellowship dinners.
The HOEY BIBLE CLASS:
is the oldest existing Sunday School Class. It is steeped in local and church history due to the influence of two former governors. In the past it was a men’s class but presently is serving males and females of varying ages. Music is an integral part each Sunday morning class.
The LIVING FREE CLASS:
invites young adult women to join their new class, which focuses on study and discussion of contemporary topics.
The LIVING WORD CLASS:
has participants from all ages, both male and female. They have two teachers who bring the lesson each week strictly from God’s word and do not use any standard curriculum.
The LOST AND FOUND CLASS:
seeks to attract young and early middle age participants and provides warm fellowship and lively discussion. Regular social events and service projects are enjoyed by class members.
The SAINTS AND SINNERS CLASS:
has couples and singles of varying ages. Several class members rotate as teachers covering a variety of topics with active discussions. Activities and projects are varied such as assistance to foster children at Christmas and occasional socials.
The WESLEY CLASS:
is composed of mostly retired women and couples who take active roles in the ministry of the church and their class. The International Lesson Series is used in their class with rotating teachers. Regular fellowship events with emphasis on service to others is evidenced with faithful mission projects. Music is an integral part of each session.
YOUR PARTICIPATION WOULD BE WELCOMED IN ANY OF THESE CLASSES!
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