Adult Sunday School Classes, Fall 2009

All of the following classes take place during the Sunday School period, 10:15 - 11:00 am.  Adult Sunday School begins September 27, 2009. The following are the planned offerings:


“Waylaid by Light: The Gospel that John Wrote” written by The Rev. John MacReadie Barr III- This book will serve as the text for an in depth study of the Book of John. During this class, we will contemplate what the Book of John tells us about Jesus, his character and his personality. We will also explore what Jesus is seeking to do in our lives and what mission He is sending us on. Rev. Barr+ will lead the first class with a variety of lay people leading in the following weeks for a 12 week period. Books for this class are being supplied. This class will meet in the Multipurpose Room-lower level, Heyward Hall.

“The Reason for God” by Timothy Keller - Why does God allow suffering in the world? How could a loving God send people to Hell? Why isn’t Christianity more inclusive? How can one religion be “right” and the others “wrong”? Why have so many wars been fought in the name of God? These are just a few of the topics that Rev. Keller covers in his very popular book “The Reason for God.” Also planned for 12 weeks, this class will be led by Benton Williamson and Julie Lumpkin and will meet in the Parlor-first floor, Heyward Hall.

Discovering the Episcopal Church and St. John’s - Intended for everyone, this class will explore the hows and whys of the Episcopal Church, our theology and liturgy. It will also offer an insight into St. John’s and our particular attributes and opportunities. While it will serve as education for those adults seeking confirmation in the coming year, everyone is encouraged to participate as the topics will be timely and important. Led by The Rev. Fletcher Montgomery, The Rev. Mary Moore Roberson and others, this class will meet for 6 weeks in the Barr Center Dining Room.

Finding the Way Back to Mayberry - Based on The Andy Griffith Show, this class will explore basic values such as character, personal responsibility, honesty, and integrity that were routinely exemplified by the show and tie them to the Bible. Beginning in October, this class will meet following the 7:45 a.m. service on the second Sunday of each month.