Adult Education
There is a wealth of opportunities for adult Christian education here at First United Methodist Church, Winter Park. While Sunday morning classes offer great variety, there are other classes available at different times during the week.
Listed below are our adult Sunday school classes as well as some of the other opportunities for study during the week. We invite everyone to become involved in one of these small learning groups which the church provides.
Fall Classes 2010 • Sunday School
Men and Women
- Young Adult Study
Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm, 313 MFLC (more info) - Everyone Walking with God
Begins Sunday, September 12, 6:30-8pm, 238 Wes (more info) - Dr. Bob's Lunch Study: Come Thirsty
Begins Wednesday, September 15, noon-1pm, 313 MFLC (more info) - Crown Ministry: Dealing with the Unexpected
Begins Wednesday, September 15, 6:30-8pm, 313 MFLC (more info) - Disciple I
Begins Wednesday, September 15, 6:30-8pm, 319 MFLC (more info) - Disciple IV
Begins Wednesday, September 15, 6:30-8pm, 316 MFLC (more info) - Sweetly Broken (men and women)
Begins Thursday, September 9, 6:30-8pm, 315 MFLC (more info)
Men Only
- Men’s Tuesday Morning Study
Begins Tuesday, August 31, 7-8am, 313 MFLC (more info) - Men’s Wednesday Lunch Study
Begins Wednesday August 25, noon-1pm, 319 MFLC (more info) - Men’s Thursday Morning Study
Thursdays, 7-8 am, Resource Center in MFLC (more info)
Women Only
- G.I.R.L.S.
(more info) - Traveling Light: (book study)
Begins Monday, September 13, 6:30-8pm, 236 Wes(more info) - For Women Only: What You Need to Know About the Inner Lives of Men
Begins Monday, September 13, 6:30-8pm, 236 Wes (more info) - M.O.M.S.
Begins Sunday, September 19, 6:30-8pm, Parlor (more info) - Beth Moore: Beloved Disciple – The Life and Ministry of John
Begins September 9, 9:30-11am, 313 MFLC (more info) - The Hole in Your Gospel: (book study)
Begins Wednesday, September 8, 9:30-11am, Parlor (more info) - Sweetly Broken
Begins Thursday, September 9, 7-8am, 236 Wes (more info) - Early Riser’s
Begins Thursday, September 9, 7-8am, 236 Wes (more info) - Women of The Word
Begins Monday, September 13, 9:30-11am, 313 MFLC (more info)
Men and Women
- Young Adult Study: This group was created for young adults as an opportunity for them to connect to each other and grow deeper in their faith journey.
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Room 313 Matthias Family Life Center
Contact: Pieter Van Zyl (407-644-2906 or pieterv(at)fumcwp.org)
No childcare available - Everyone Walking with God: (book study): This six-week study helps men and women begin a more intimate relationship with God today. Giving an example of what intimacy with God can look like, John Eldredge, author of Wild at Heart, asserts that everyone can have conversational intimacy with Christ.
Begins Sunday, September 12, 6:30-8 p.m.
Room 238 Wesleyan Building.
Reserve childcare here - Dr. Bob’s Lunch Study: Come Thirsty (book study): An eight-week study will help participants consider what happens when they deprive their souls of spiritual water. The book extends hope to those whose souls are dehydrated from neglect, fear, and guilt.
Begins Wednesday, September 15, noon-1pm
Room 313 Matthias Family Life Center
Reservations are necessary for lunch.
Contact: Julie Fisher (407-644-2906 or julief(at)fumcwp.org)
Reserve childcare here - Crown Ministry: Dealing with the Unexpected: This 10-week class will help participants face the unexpected financial burdens in life. It happens to everyone at some time in our lives, whether it's a sudden illness, a broken appliance, or a lost job. And while it's a good idea to plan ahead, no one can foresee everything. The course will take a biblical approach for through those seasons with a new perspective and help to plan for the unexpected in life.
Begins Wednesday, September 15, 6:30-8 pm
Room 313 Matthias Family Life Center
Reserve childcare here - Disciple I: This 34-week study is an overview of the entire Bible. It will also provide the fellowship of a small group and guidance for ministry and service with other Christians.
Begins Wednesday, September 15, 6:30-8pm
Room 319 Matthias Family Life Center
Contact: Dale Perkins at 407-349-9009 or dale67cubs(at)aol.com
Reserve childcare here - Disciple IV: This 34-week study focuses on The Writings, John, and Revelation. It also provides the fellowship of a small group and guidance for ministry and service with other Christians.
Begins Wednesday, September 15, 6:30-8pm
Room 316 Matthias Family Life Center
Contact: Jack and Janet Hays at 407-687-4221, Jackhaysjr(at)live.com or Janethays(at)live.com
Reserve childcare here - Sweetly Broken (men and women): Life is messy and challenging at times, and emotions arise out of those moments. Some are recent, others were created in the past and are hard to let go of. Feelings of pain, anger, fear, loneliness, anxiety, doubt, regret, unforgiveness may leave people feeling unloved or unworthy. How we handle the brokenness determines what kind of life we will lead. This six-week study will look at and start to deal with the emotions that are standing in the way of leading a healthy, joyful and abundant life.
Begins Thursday, September 9, 6:30-8pm
Room 315 Matthias Family Life Center
Contact: Merrill Frailey at 407-455-3120 or merrillfrailey(at)gmail.com.
Childcare will not be available
Sunday School Classes
All Classes are at 9:45am
- Bethel Seekers Class: For ages 60 and older, contemporary topics and Bible studies are presented by lecture, audiovisual materials and class participation. A variety of church leaders are used as teachers. Fellowship activities include a monthly bridge group.
Room 205, Family Life Center, ages 60 and older - The Branches: This class focuses on Biblical studies as well as contemporary issues with lots of discussion determining the spiritual application.
Room 236, Wesleyan Building - Ages 30 to 50 - Cornerstone Class: We are a laid back group of people, quick to laugh, ready to discuss, and yearning to be Christ to one another and in the world. While we are knee deep in professional and family demands, we understand the importance of having a community of believers with whom we can journey through life, always mindful of what God wants from us and our lives. To find out more about us and what we’re currently doing and learning, click here.
Room 315, Family Life Center – Late 20's through 40's - Forum Class: This class is for those interested in contemporary issues. Participants engage in a lively, mutual and committed discourse on themes of practical interest, examined against the backdrop of the Christian journey.
Room 305, Family Life Center - All ages - JOY Class: Class members are involved in an eclectic quest for religious truth through Bible study and exploration of relevant social issues. The class sprinkles fun along the way.
Room 316, Family Life Center - Ages 35 and older - Mary Martha Class: Participants engage in a lively, committed discourse on biblical themes which are of spiritual and practical interest, examined against the backdrop of the Christian journey.
Room 234, Wesleyan Building - Women of all ages - Sojourners Class: An exciting class for those who like to be involved in an in-depth study of the various books of the Bible.
Room 205 Wesleyan Building - All ages - Study Class: This class is engaged in a search for personal Christian growth and understanding. It is led by various class members.
Room 204, Wesleyan Building - Mature ages