Pastor(s):
Heidi Regier Kreider, Pastor
Ruth R. Harder, Associate Pastor
Some adult classes at our church
are structured; others are quite informal. Through these classes adults
gain support from the church family as well as the Bible. Some groups
use the Adult Bible Study or Good Ground materials from Faith & Life Resources, a division of Herald Press, publisher for Mennonite Church USA
. All classes welcome new participants.
FaithMatters (Back of sanctuary, under the balcony). An hour long theology session designed for those who are in and around college-age.
The Belayers(Room B8). The class is made up of 20- and 30-year-olds who are interested in discussing current political, social and family issues as they relate to the Mennonite faith. The group meets for book study and other discussion, and holds social gatherings.
Catacombs (Room B5). Members of
the Catacombs Class take turns leading or invite guest speakers. They
emphasize open-ended discussion, prompted by materials that range from
Adult Bible
Study to issue-oriented videos. The
group holds a quarterly social event, such as dining out or traveling
to a point of interest. About 30 people attend representing a variety
of professions.
Mosaic(Stage in Fellowship Hall). The class members are adults of all ages. Sources for discussion include The Mennonite, Bible
study guides, newspaper articles, current and societal issues and hot
topics brought to the class. Social activities include meeting occasionally for games, singing, eating and fellowship.
Seekers(Room 21). The name of this class
reflects the exploratory nature of the group, which discusses
contemporary theological and ethical issues, often using books as
guides. Members take turns leading discussion. The class has joined the
Supporting Congregations Network, an affiliation of Mennonite and
Church of the Brethren congregations that welcome gay, lesbian and
bisexual members. The group welcomes people of all ages, desiring to be
a genuine, intergenerational class open to any “seeker” who wants to
explore the Christian faith.
Sojourners(Room 28). In this class, rotating
smaller committees choose topics for discussion, including faith and
church issues, personal and family issues and other topics. Frequently,
outside resource people are invited to give input. The 40 or so people
in the class meet bimonthly for a social event.
Bible Study(Room 14). This intergenerational group meets for inductive Bible study from September to May.
Fellowship(Room 11). Discussion in the Fellowship Class is often informal, on topics related to personal experience or various other issues: hot topics in Christian thought, cultural trends and world events. Class members sometimes lead
discussion on books or videos. Class members are in their middle years.
The group meets for potlucks.
Fine Arts(Room 24). The class begins with
sharing of news and concerns and an opening prayer. Class members take
turns leading discussions, usually focusing on one chapter of a book
chosen for the term. The books deal with theology, social issues,
personal growth, Bible interpretation and other topics. Sunday
attendance is about 25-35. The class views itself as informal yet
informative, “Open to discussion without intimidation.”
Issues and Christianity(Room 23). Members of this group
take turns leading discussion on a variety of topics and describe
themselves as “very diverse.” Resources may include The Mennonite, newspaper
articles, videos or other materials. Topics include world events,
religious issues, personal or family experiences. Members eat out
together nearly every Sunday noon
(usually pizza), and also gather for potlucks. The 24 people in this
“warm, accepting, informal group” range in age from 55 to 65.
Chapel Class (Little Chapel). About 40 people
participate in the class. The teacher is Floyd Bartel with assistance
from various members of the class where needed. The Adult Bible Study
is used as the source and discussion guide. The group holds three or four regular socials per year. The
class provides funds for the financial support of community and church
needs.
Worship: Sundays 9:30 a.m. unless noted otherwise Fellowship time: 10:30 to 10:50 a.m. Christian Education hour: 10:50 to 11:45 a.m.
Special Events
August
3 Bring Food for Salvation Army
9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Lou Gomez 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments in foyer and under balcony 10:50 a.m. Sunday
school for children grades K-8 in Fellowship Hall. Youth in Room 22
(Youth Room). Christian education for all ages. Noon Creation Care Committee potluck - Fellowship Hall 1:00 p.m. Creation Care Energy Efficient Transportation Show -- East end of 25th Street
6 7:00 p.m. Youth Adult Gathering - KIPCOR Meeting Room, 2515 College Avenue, North Newton, KS
10 9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Ruth R. Harder - Music by Diane Fast 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments in foyer and under balcony 10:50 a.m. Christian education for all ages. Youth will meet in Room 22 and Children's Sunday school will be in Fellowship Hall 17 9:30 a.m. Christian Education Sunday - Worship with
sermon by Heidi Regier Kreider in the second in a series on gifts
discernment, "Jesus calls us to share his ministry as disciples", and
music by Jesse Graber and friends. 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments in foyer and under balcony 10:50 a.m. Christian education for all ages. Children's Sunday school begins for Fall. Noon Potluck for children, youth, their Sunday school teachers and families in Fellowship Hall. 24 9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Heidi Regier Kreider
with the third in a series on gifts discernment. "The Spirit gives a
variety of gifts for the common good", prelude by Erich Boschmann and
music by the Mosaic and Belayers Sunday school class. 10:30 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments in foyer and under balcony
10:50 a.m. Christian education for all ages. 31 9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Ruth R. Harder and music by Marty Warkentine on bells
September
3 Choir Rehearsals and Staff Meetings Begin 7 Bring food for Salvation Army 9:30 a.m.Worship with sermon by Ruth R. Harder and music by the Chancel Choir 10:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments time followed by Christian education for all ages. 7:00 p.m. Dessert reception on the church lawn for Bethel College students 14 9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Heidi Regier Kreider and music by Chancel Bells 10:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments time followed by Christian education for all ages. Noon Mentor-mentee luncheon outside (place to be announced) - in Fellowship Hall if rain 21 9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Heidi Regier Kreider and music by the Chancel Choir 10:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments time followed by Christian education for all ages. Noon Golden Agers potluck 28 9:30 a.m. Worship with sermon by Heidi Regier Kreider and music by Youth Bells and Junior Choir 10:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. Fellowship and refreshments time followed by Christian education for all ages. 2:00 p.m. CROP Walk
