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• The Aldersgate Class: Comprised of persons who are mostly in their late 50s to mid 80s, all ages, all professions, and all backgrounds are welcomed to join this class. The members in this class come from many other denominational backgrounds to learn about faith and connect with others. The Aldersgate curriculum is as varied as our members. From Jesus’ life, we have learned to celebrate our differences as a church family, and we invite you to celebrate with us. Like John Wesley, you will find your heart “strangely warmed” at Aldersgate. Come join us for coffee, donuts, fellowship as we grow in faith together. If you have any questions, please contact David A. Anderson, danderson@richardsonplowden.
• The Dawsey Class: As an inclusive community, Dawsey class members welcome all people to join with them in conversation about our faith journey toward greater love, kindness, understanding, and mutual respect. The class often chooses contemporary books related to the intersection of life and faith as the basis for class discussion. Class members who join from home use FreeConferenceCall and should call in between 9:50 and 10:00 am. The call-in number is (701) 802-5115. The access code is 7252934. For more information about the class, contact Anne Sinclair [email protected]
• The Grace Class: The class motto is: “Come experience God’s inclusive love”. The Grace Class was the first United Methodist Reconciling Community in South Carolina, recognizing that there are differences among us, but believing that we can love alike even though we may not think alike. Living into this belief, participants represent a mix of ages and stages in life. The group gathers at 9:45 a.m. for fellowship. At 10:00 the class engages in spiritual reflection led by fellow class members. Weekly studies include book studies, multi-media presentations, and discussions based on contemporary issues, the Bible and other traditional Christian literature, social justice issues, and more. . Throughout the year, times of fellowship outside of Sunday mornings are planned. Contact Jim Lane at [email protected] for more information or for a Zoom link to join the class virtually on Sunday mornings.
• The John Harper Class: The John Harper class is currently comprise of persons who enjoy what might be termed a more “traditional Sunday School” format. Discussions are based on lessons from The Adult Bible Studies series published quarterly by Cokesbury. For more information, contact Rev. Alston ([email protected]) or plan a visit any Sunday.
• The Open Door Class: A multi generational group of curious follower of Jesus, participants in this class encourage one another’s faith through rich discussion on biblical topics. Participants enjoy the diverse perspectives of the different age groups within the class as they lift up one another on their individual faith journeys. The name “Open Door” reflects the personality of the class which is guided by their chosen class scripture: Matthew 7:7: “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” Individuals are welcome to join the group for a topic or a season in person or via ZOOM on Sundays at 10. For the Zoom link information, contact Ann Jessup at [email protected].
• The Paul Harmon Class: A Bible study group that originated when one of WSUMC’s former ministers, The Rev. Paul Harmon, led members in reading through the Bible, participants in this class are eager to learn more about the Bible and history. The class is led by various teachers, including some retired Methodist ministers. For more information, contact Sally Mings at [email protected].
• Solomon’s Porch: Solomon’s Porch is led by Rev. Adrienne Fink, an ordained Deacon in the United Methodist Church and is WSUMC’s newest Adult Sunday School Class. The class was formed in 2023 to meet the need of persons who want to learn more about the basics of biblical faith and knowlege and how to apply scripture to their daily lives. Participants in the class range in age from mid 30s and up. For more information, contact Adrienne at [email protected].