ADULT MINISTRY

Want to learn more about opportunities for adult ministry, faith formation, and fellowship? Speak with Pastor Chris Chatelaine-Samsen.

Third Ideas

SUNDAYs AT 10:30 and 11:45 A.M.

This Fall, join us for four special Sundays in conversation with artists, activists, and public leaders as we investigate “third ideas” - those things that emerge when we’re courageous enough to be in conversation with one another and be changed. For more information, including our guest speakers, visit Third Ideas.

Theology 101

meeting lounge - monthly, SUNDAYs AT 11:45 A.M.

This year, we’re getting “back to basics,” taking a Theology 101 class together, investigating some of the foundational ideas of Christian theology and how they intersect with both our spiritual lives and the pressing concerns of our day. See the schedule below, and then join us upstairs in the Lounge for Biblically- and theologically-grounded conversations.

  • SEPTEMBER 29 - How do you read the Bible? (Biblical Scholarship)

  • OCTOBER 27 - What is God like? (The Nature of God and the Trinity)

  • NOVEMBER 24 - What’s so special about Jesus? (Christology)

  • JANUARY 26 - Doesn’t God care that there’s so much wrong in the world? (Theodicy)

  • FEBRUARY 23 - Why are Baptism and Communion important and special? (Sacraments)

  • MARCH 30 - What does God want me to do? (Vocation)

  • APRIL 27 - What comes next? (Eschatology)

Bible Study

FRIENDSHIP ROOM - SUNDAYS AT 9:30 A.M.

This class offers an opportunity to get to know a small group of Central people and to share perspectives on the Bible passages of the day. On most Sundays, the focus is on the passage that will be the text for the sermon that morning.  Everyone is always welcome on any Sunday, with no preparation needed.  The spirit of the group is to learn from each other and listen to differing views with interest and respect. 

To learn more about Bible Study, speak with Maureen Smith or contact the church office.