Adult Christian Education

Sunday Mornings at 9:45 am

The spring study for our Sunday morning adult education class began April 14th. Entitled Christianity's Family Tree: What Other Christians Believe and Why, this is an eight week class which continues through June 2nd. Elder Francine Maestri and Pastor Lynn are leading this class.

The election of a new Pope invites us to reflect on the traditions and practices within our larger Christian family. In this video discussion series, the Rev. Adam Hamilton presents a welcoming, inspiring vision of eight Christian denominations and faith traditions. Comparing the Christian family to our own extended families, he contends that each denomination has a unique, valuable perspective to offer on the Christian faith.

Why do Orthodox Christians use icons in worship? What is the “baptism in the Holy Spirit” that Pentecostals speak about? Why do Roman Catholics focus on the Eucharist in worship? What do Lutherans teach us about salvation? What do Presbyterians teach us about God’s power? How can Episcopalians deepen our prayer life? What can Baptists teach us about living for Christ?

Adam Hamilton will begin answering these questions and more in this video-and-book study. Participants will learn of the history, theology, and distinctive emphases of eight different Christian denominations and faith traditions. For each tradition, participants will hear from a clergy member of that tradition and look at Scriptures that have shaped that faith.

The eight sessions are:

• Orthodoxy: Mystery, Liturgy, and Tradition
• Catholicism: Sacrament and Mass
• Lutheranism: Word and Faith
• Presbyterianism: The Sovereignty of God
• Anglicanism: Common Prayer
• Baptists: Baptism, Conversion, and Scripture
• Pentecostalism: The Power of the Spirit
• Methodists: People of the Extreme Center

All adults are invited to join this class. Participant books are available for $9.