Adult Education Programs
Alpha Express Course is NEW for spring 2008!
Weekly Class Overview:
GO! (God’s Opportunities) - Gym
God gives us a passion. He places each of us in a sphere of infl uence to extend his kingdom. What is your passion? What is your sphere of infl uence? How might God use you there? What tools do you need to be effective? This interactive community of believers will spur one another on, learn from each other, gain new skills, pray for one another, and encourage each other as we GO! where God is giving us opportunities to reach out with his love. 9/16-10/7 What does the kingdom of God look like? Jesus spoke more than 100 times about the kingdom of God. That’s where our journey together begins.
LiFE (Life Is For Everyone) – North Social Events Room
“I have come that they may have LiFE and have it to the full!”— Jesus Come to LiFE. LiFE is for everyone. Join us in an interactive Sunday morning. We’ll engage in a variety of biblically-based discussions, share time in prayer, laugh and make some new friends in the process. LiFE...the good, the bad, the eternal. Who’s LiFE is it anyway? Come get a LiFE with us Sunday mornings.
Oasis – South Social Events Room
Our Sunday morning class provides fellowship (over coffee and treats), prayer (sharing re- quests from attendees and joining in prayer together), praise (raising our voices to sing the great hymns of our faith) and learning (a variety of biblical studies and informational discussions of topics concerning our lives as Christians). We have been blessed with teachers from local seminaries and universities, and leaders from groups and institutions that touch our community. All ages are welcome to join us. We hope to see you there! 9/16 Dr. Mark Throntveit, Voices in the Pentateuch: The Elohist
Praise & Study - Chapel
We start with a brief social time of coffee, treats, and conversation. At 10:00 we have a prayer, sing a hymn and introduce our speaker. Some speakers are from within the church or are on staff. Others come from outside and are concerned with local, state or national issues of Chris- tian interest. Most of us are in our 70s and 80s, but all ages are welcome. Join us, and make new acquaintances. We always have a good time. 9/16 Dr. Bob Dickson 9/23 Lynn McAdams, The Future of Christianity in Europe (see below) 9/30 Chuck Shreffl er 10/7 Kathy Nervick
The Future of Christianity in Europe
Lynn McAdam has served (along with his wife, Karen) as a missionary/ church consultant in Germany with OC International (Colorado Springs) since 1985. Their primary focus in Germany is to help equip national leaders in local churches through their teaching, writing and mentoring. Using the German name “Kompass,” Lynn and his OC teammates offer to help churches and individuals “steer their life on course.”
Sundays - 11:05
Questers – Room H1301
Peter 3:15-16 calls us to be prepared to give an answer for the hope that is within us. The task of defending the faith is not only for those with specialized training; all of us must be pre-pared to answer the critics of Christianity. Defending Your Faith by Dr. R. C. Sproul provides a comprehensive overview of apologetics, the science of defending the faith. Dr. Sproul draws from his years of training and experience as an apologist in order to equip believers to become effective defenders of the faith. This series presents 9 short videos. We provide the discussion.
Tuesdays
The American Culture Class
9:30-11:30 a.m., Courtyard Room begins September 18
This class for international women introduces them to the American way of life. All women are welcome to join, and child care is provided for a small fee.
The Truth Project
6:30 p.m., Chapel, begins September 11
Today we are bombarded by the ideas and thinking of the world. Biblical thinking is under attack. Most believers are ill-prepared to fight the battle. George Barna recently reported that 9% of “born again” Americans hold a biblical worldview. The Truth Project is a DVD-based small group curriculum of 13 one-hour lessons taught by Dr. Del Tackett. It takes participants on a guided worldview tour. Along the way, we will build a logical, systematic framework of biblical truth to evaluate the truth claims of the world. Lively small group discussion and challenging questions. Join us for an exciting and challenging study.
9/11 Introduction: What Is Truth?
9/18 Philosophy and Ethics
9/25 Anthropology: Who Is Man?
Wednesdays
Men’s Study
8:00 a.m., Chapel, Ongoing
All men are invited for a time of fellow-ship, prayer and Bible study.
Fellowship Dinners
5:30 p.m., Social Events Room, begin September 12
Join us on Wednesday nights for our weekly fellowship dinners from 5:30-6:15 p.m. Dinner is served in the So-cial Events Room. It’s a great time to catch your breath, and catch up with friends at church before classes begin. Tickets are $5/adults, $4/seniors (65+), $3/children (12 and under), with a maximum of $16 per family. The menu for the next week will be posted in the Link and printed in the bulletin.
Alpha
5:30-8:00 p.m. begins September 26
Explore the meaning of life at Alpha, an 11-week introduction to the Christian faith. You’ll enjoy the relaxed, low-pressure setting while learning the basic foundations of Christianity. Alpha is for adults of all ages and backgrounds.
Discovery Class
Wednesday Nights October 3, 10, 17, 24
6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Discover the values and mission of Hope Church
Discover what God’s Word says in a small group setting
Discover and appreciate the diversity in the Body of Christ at Hope
Discover ways to connect with people and get involved in ministry
Discover the joy of serving together at one of two October events
*Note: Discovery Class participants who are interested in becoming members of Hope Church will attend an additional meeting on Wednesday, November 7.
Women’s Study
6:30 p.m., Fellowship Hall
We invite women of all ages to choose from two dif- ferent Bible Studies on Wednesday nights this fall. We will offer Boundless Love, from the Women of Faith series, which uses video and small group inter-action. We will also offer Experiencing God, a more in-depth small group experience.
Bible Study & Prayer
6:30 p.m., South Social Events Room
The Wednesday evening class will be a year-long “Journey through the Bible” led by the pastors and other leaders at Hope. The class will be designed in a way that people can join for the entire year or drop in when they are able. The goal is to engage the class participants in a reading (on their own) of a dif-ferent book of the Bible each week Then the pastor teaching that week will present an overview or a pas-sage which he or she fi nds most helpful in develop- ing an understanding of the book assigned that week. Week 1 and 2 will be the Book of Genesis.
Thursdays
Morning Women’s Study
9:30 a.m., Courtyard Room
Discover and use your spiritual gifts. Join us this fall from 9:30-11:30 a.m. in the journey of learning more about spiri-tual gifts, what your spiritual gifts are and how to use them to glorify God. Linda Heaner will lead us as we study the Bible, share, pray and have fellowship. All ages and seasons of life enrich our group. Please call Kristen Maas at 952-217-5391 with any questions or if you will need childcare.
God is Closer Than You Think Book Discussion Group
7:00-8:30 p.m., Linda Heaner’s home, Begins September 13
God promises “I will be with you.” Author John Ortberg, through his humorous writing style, will help us discover God’s presence where we least expect it. Join us for lively discussion and laughter. All ages are wel- come. We’ll meet September 13-November 15. *Important: Order your book now. We’ll discuss chapter 1 at our first meeting.
Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) for single adults
7:00-9:00 p.m., Sanctuary
This in-depth weekly Bible study is for single men and women (18-35) from the metro area. Each week includes a large group teaching and small group discussion of that week’s home-work. This year BSF will study the book of Matthew. There is no cost involved. To sign up, you need to attend an introduction class on September 13 or 20. Contact Trish Misukanis at 651-905-0918.