Adult Ministries

As children of God, we are never finished discovering, learning, and growing! First Presbyterian offers a multitude of adult educational opportunities from Sunday classes and weekly studies to fellowship activities.

We look forward to stepping back into classes on Spark Sunday (September 8th)! All adult offerings are below.  If you are interested in personal study, click here to access our Education resource page for previous class studies.

Sundays, 9:30 am
Room 100, Officers' Room, 1st Floor
led by Frank Whitehouse

What caused the early Christian church to prosper? What threatened it? What issues divided it? What were the challenges and dilemmas of its time? What can we learn about those things as we experience them in our time? In our church? Join us as we seek to answer these questions and more by studying the letters written by Paul to the early churches as they struggled to find their way in the world and their footing in society. Our class will study the 14 letters attributed to Paul, beginning with 1st Thessalonians.

Sundays, 9:30 am
Library, 1st Floor
led by April and Rod Shuck

Parenthood is a rewarding journey, filled with joy, struggle, and love, but it often feels overwhelming. In those moments, the support of friends, family, and God can make all the difference. In this new, adult Sunday School class you’ll enjoy social time with others walking the same trials—we mean, trails---as the class explores a variety of interesting and relevant topics that will point parents toward a place of confidence, hope, and joy. Parents will also learn practical and creative ways to pray for their children.

 Sundays, 9:30 am
Room 119, Martin-Gifford Room, 1st Floor
led by Beth and Gary Williams

We are all a cast of characters, human and imperfect, yet God has found a place for us - in and as the Body of Christ. God knows that we are all in need of community: Eugene Peterson shares, “Scripture knows nothing of a solitary Christian. People of faith are always members of a community.” The Apostle Paul urges us to encourage each other and build each other up while sharing the spiritual gifts with which God has graced us.

Zoom Meeting ID:
8635 324 3600
Passcode: 335664

Sundays, 4:00pm
Front Parking Lot
led by Noel and Bob Thomas

Experience God in a new way and embrace what it means to journey through life with a community of believers by your side. We share a brief time of devotion and study prior to taking a two-ish mile stroll down Peakland Place.  The spiritual insight is uplifting, the communion of friends is enriching, and the exercise is fulfilling. We walk at the pace that is enjoyed by the group whether in small packs of varying rates or the same pace for the whole group.  Occasionally, we add other group activities and adventures in our community to the program - like dinner out or the Coldest Night of the Year walk!

Wednesdays (starting September 11)
10am
Room 119 - Martin-Gifford Room (1st Floor)

This Bible Study experience for women and men is an immersive dive through the scriptures with faithful application as to how the inspired word of God is still relevant in this ever changing world. Word breakdown, historical context, and cross referencing is common, reading outloud in a group is regular, and walking away with something faithful to ponder is a guarantee.  The Rev. Dr. Peter Thompson, Senior Pastor, will help facilitate our time together. Note: Zoom options are available if you would like to participate in this way or simply listen in. Please reach out to Peter (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you would like to connect.

Thursdays (starting September 12)
7am
FPCLY Library (1st Floor)

This Bible Study is a men's only invitation to journey together as brother's in Christ. Each week we seek to allow the inspired word of God in the scriptures to speak as we faithfully listen and work to apply what it means to be faithful disciples of God throughout our lives. Word breakdown, historical context, and cross referencing are common, reading outloud in a group is regular, and chasing rabbit trails of thoughts and question are part of the norm. There is always something to learn from God and one another and we enjoy this time to grow in our faith. The Rev. Dr. Peter Thompson, Senior Pastor, helps lead and facilitate our time together. Note: Zoom options are possible if you would like to participate in that way or simply listen in. Please touch base with Peter (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) if you would like to connect.

Whether you want to look back on a previous class you've attended, engage in self-study, or lead a study of your own, we have you covered with devotional and class resources from recent FPCLY class offerings.  Check out the page today by clicking the resource button below!