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Going Beyond Worship.
Growing Together in Christ.
Sunday Morning Hour Two Options For Adults
H2O is a catchy symbol and acronym for our Sunday morning adult classes. H2O is also the very well-known symbol for water. When you think about it, water is a great visual when it comes to thinking about our need to continue to learn and grow in our understanding of what it means to follow Jesus.
Water is an essential element for the human body. Without water a person dies. The same is true for the Living Water that Jesus provides. In the story of Jesus talking with the Samaritan woman at the well, Jesus tells her that “whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty forever.” Think about it…have you ever been in a situation when you’ve been really thirsty…your mouth so dry and parched that you could hardly wait to grab a glass of water? The same is very true for our souls. Our souls long to be touched in such a way that the dry parched feeling can be relieved. Only One can do that. Only Jesus gives Living Water.
Following Jesus is a life-long process. Learning to walk in the ways of Jesus takes a life-time of learning. Our Sunday mornings are designed so adults can participate in worship together and then in a second hour find an opportunity to be further equipped to live into the practices of Loving Jesus, Sharing Life, Walking Across and Inviting Others.
We provide a number of options to choose from to receive Living Water – to nourish your soul and to relieve your thirst. Jesus said “the water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life.” Imagine…a spring of water welling up in you…come, connect with a second hour option and let Jesus quench your thirst.
Core Curriculum H2O
Study of Genesis
Led by Tom Madden and Jim Scott, Room W211
“In the beginning God…” And so begins the greatest book ever written! Join Pastor Tom Madden and Jim Scott in a year-long, verse-by-verse, study of the first book of the Bible. In studying Genesis you will grow in your understanding of God’s design for all of life as you dig into the Creation story. Dig deeper into the unraveling of God’s good design for life as we study the Fall in Genesis chapter three and learn to recognize the significance of Man’s rejection and rebellion against God and it’s continued pervasiveness throughout life today. And just as you come face to face with the long-reaching effects of sin in our world, embrace the promise of Redemption and Restoration that God immediately provides right in the midst of Man’s rebellion and watch throughout the rest of Genesis as God unfolds His incredible plan of Grace – redeeming and restoring all of life to Himself!
The Acts of the Apostles:
The Explosive Growth of the Early Church
Led by John Murtha, Great Hall
The course will focus on the historical, cultural and spiritual background of the first century where Christianity grew and expanded despite many opposing forces. We will discuss the tremendous lessons it has for our lives today.
Membership Orientation
Led by Karen Corcoran, E206
This is a four-week class providing information on our essential beliefs, including what it means to claim Jesus as Lord and Savior, what it means to be a Presbyterian and ends with the opportunity to meet with Elders for the purpose of uniting with BPC in membership. If you are new to BPC, are interested in knowing more about what we believe or want to grow in your understanding of BPC’s mission, vision and call, this is the class for you. Registration is required for the 9/14-10/05, four consecutive-week session.
Short Term Options
Faith Sharing 101
Led by Mike Vonderau
Do you want to share your faith with others but don’t know where to begin? Are you intimidated by the thought of sharing your faith though you know we are called to do it? Faith Sharing 101 will focus on learning to share your faith in an effective, natural and biblical manner through personal relationships. This is a five week class at the 9:45 hour and begins September 14.
Raising Godly Children
Led by Eric and Libby Peterson
This class follows the book: “Walking Tall in Babylon” by Connie Neal. Libby and Eric Peterson teach this class to encourage and equip parents in raising Godly children today. Participants take away a BIG IDEA from each class related to how the Lord instructs, guides and gives us grace to parent in His ways. This is a seven week class at the 9:45 hour and begins October 5. Sign up by e-mailing Libby Peterson. There will be a small fee to cover the cost of the book.
What Is Worldview?
Led by Carol Rettew and Karen Corcoran
 This is a 12-week in-depth, DVD Christian Worldview study from the Truth Project. We are doing it in two six-week blocks - one in the fall and the second six-week block in the winter/spring (don't have specific dates for the second session yet). Classes begin on Sunday, October 12 and run through Sunday, November 16, 2008, 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Location will be announced when class size is known. Click here to view video introduction.
FAQs
Do I need to register for Sunday morning H20 Options?
Under each class heading and description it will list if registration is required. You need to register ONLY if it is noted that registration is required.
How do I register for Sunday morning H20 Options?
You can register for any class requiring registration via the “We’re Glad You’re Here” Cards, via the Welcome Center by stopping by on Sundays or calling 440-871-3822 or on our website.
What do I do with my children while I’m in class?
We have a number of options available for your children depending on their ages. During the 9:45 and 11:15 worship hours we offer Downtown in Power Zone, UpStreet in Power Zone, Launch and various classes for Middle School and High School grades. In addition, we also offer the H20 Room for children Kindergarten through 4th grade. We are always looking for pre-teens and teens to assist with all of the above options and to serve as classroom helpers, ministry leaders and buddies in our Special Needs ministry. There are PLENTY of places to have your children connect for a second hour. For more information on children and student ministries visit our website.
What if I can’t commit to staying for an H20 Second Hour Option every Sunday?
Come when you can! Aside from those classes that require registration and run for a set number of weeks, most of our offerings are ongoing classes and you are more than welcome to come and join us whenever you can. As the old adage goes, something is better than nothing.
Questions? Need more info? Pick up an H2O brochure in the Discipleship racks at church or Contact Karen at 440-871-1503, x109 or by email.
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