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Adult Education Programs
Trinity has Sunday School classes for every age and multiple Bible study opportunities for adults both on Sundays and during the week. Classes differ in topic and range from lecture-based to group discussion, while all encouraging us to explore God's Word and how it applies to our everyday life.
The following classes are held Sunday mornings at 9:45 am:
“Looking at the Lessons”
Since ancient days, God’s redeemed people have gathered to hear the Scriptures read aloud, to heed His commands and receive His promises. In the early church, readings from the Bible were a part of weekly worship. Through the years and continuing today, the church has been planted, nourished, and sustained by reading, learning and studying the Word. “Looking at the Lessons” will allow participants to look closely at the lessons that are read each week in worship. The readings guide the hearers through our Lord’s life and ministry from the Incarnation to the Second Coming.
Leader: Rev. Al Bruning
Location: Room 111
“The Role of Christians and Lutherans in our Political System: Church/State relations; Civic Responsibility”
We will review how Lutherans have historically understood this often controversial issue and then focus our attention on how this relationship has developed in the United States. We will briefly inspect our founding documents, The Declaration of Independence and The Constitution, to see what light they shed, as well as other relevant sources such as George Washington's Farewell Address. We will particularly address the concept of the "wall of separation" between church and state and try to understand what that phrase has come to mean and how we arrived at the current situation. One other theme that will find its way into our discussions will be the role of the church-going citizen. What indeed are the civic and religious obligations of us as Lutherans in our political process?
Leader: Dr. Wayne Boese
Location: Room 110A/B
“Faithweaving Parents”
This class will not only explore the same scripture the Sunday School children will study, but will offer practical application for parents of all ages so families can reinforce the Bible story at home. Are you looking for guidance in how to teach your children the Bible at home? Barb will offer creative ways for parents to teach the same Bible story that the children learned in Sunday School at home.
Leader: Barb Coffin, Minister of Christian Education
Location: Room 205
The following classes are held Sunday mornings at 11:00 am:
“Fantastic Families”
This course will take you through six proven steps to building a strong family such as: expressing appreciation and affection, sharing positive communication, nurturing spiritual well-being, and learning to cope with stress and crises.
Leader: Randy Ronning, Family Life Minister
“Discovering the Word”
Discover the life of Christ in the Word of God through reading, sharing, and searching His Scriptures together. Beginning with Philippians we will look for God to reveal Himself to us through His Word, build our faith and knit us together in love.
Leaders: Ellen Mullen and Ron Smiley
Location: Room 110A
Mid-Week Bible Study Opportunities
“1 Corinthians”
This letter is one of the most practical books in the New Testament, as St. Paul responds to very serious problems in the Corinth congregation. Also, more than in any other letter, Paul shares what Christ means to him personally. The letter throbs with life, and will give the maturing disciple much food for spiritual insight and growth. Adults of all ages are welcome—no one is "put on the spot"—questions and discussion are encouraged.
Leader: Rev. Paul Dannenfeldt
Location: Rooms 110A/B
“Anointed, Transformed and Redeemed”
This class is a video-based study written by Priscilla Shirer, Beth Moore, and Kay Arthur. These three women explore their lives and the life of David. You’ll laugh with them, cry with them, and learn to love God with them.
Leader: Janet Powell
Location: Room 205 (Conference Room)
Men’s Bible Breakfast
The Men’s Bible Breakfast meets on the first and third Saturdays of each month beginning September 19 and concluding on May 15. They will be finishing the study of Judges and continue working through the Old Testament. Mark your calendar with these future dates: October 3 and 17.
Leader: Dick Schini
Location: Room 100
For more information about our education programs, contact Barb Coffin, Minister of Christian Education.
"Direct my footsteps according to Your Word..." (Psalm 119:133a NIV).