Adult Faith Formation

Check back in the Fall for Sunday Morning Adult Faith Formation! 

Past Classes:

Spring Class 3: The Bible Stories We Never Hear

February 28, March 7, 14, and 21

Do you wonder what things don’t make it in a children’s Bible, and the stories that never show up as readings in church? Do you want to hear the juicy details of stories that middle schoolers are excited to read, and the passages that are sometimes intentionally forgotten about?  Join us on Sundays from February 28-March 21 to learn about “The Bible Stories We Never Hear”.  Each week we’ll take a look at two or three stories that are rarely read.

Spring Class 4: From the 95 Theses to the Small Catechism

April 11, 18, 25

In 1517, Martin Luther posted his “95 Theses”.  This set off a firestorm of controversy in Europe, that raged fiercely at first and sporadically into the 20^th century.  Twelve years later, Luther published the “Small Catechism”, which is still being used for Lutheran faith formation today.  The in-between years were rich in theological discussion, dispute, and intrigue.

What happened in between?  What is the significance of these two documents?  How did Luther go from protester to leader?  Who were the other thinkers and leaders who influenced Luther?  Why do these documents, and the intervening years, still matter today?

The Zoom link is available each week via the newsletter. 

Fall Class 5: Comparing the Gospel: Advent Bible Study

November 29-December 20                 

What do each of the Gospels say about Jesus’ birth?  As we prepare for Christmas, what does the Bible say about it?  Over the four weeks of Advent, we will dive into the four Gospels – one each week – and what the writers chose to focus on and their description of Jesus’ birth and early life.

Fall Class 4: Looking to the Future Series: Wise Retirement Strategy

In order to register for this class by Thrivent, please click this link. Once you register for the class, an email will be sent to you with the link to the class.  You can register up to the moment the class begins.

November 15 – College Planning 101
College-bound students and their families will learn the value of college and having a plan, the basics of financial aid, and tips to lower the cost of college.

November 22 – Financial Aid 101

College is an investment. Learn how to decode the financial aid award letter and understand financial aid formulas and options to cover the gap in financial aid.

 

Fall Class 3: The Creeds: The Apostles’, Nicene, and Athanasian

October 25 – November 8 

Over three weeks we will look at the three ecumenical Creeds that we confess as Lutherans: the Apostles’ Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed.  We will explore the history, context, terminology, and what they mean for how Christians have lived out their faith in the past, and how we are called to live out our faith today.

Fall Class 2: Looking to the Future Series: Wise Retirement Strategy

In order to register for this class by Thrivent, please click this link.  Once you register for the class, an email will be sent to you with the link to the class.  You can register up to the moment the class begins.

October 11 – Building Your Retirement Foundation
Description: Wondering how much you should save and what type of accounts you should have? Be confident in how you’re saving for retirement by learning how to build a strong, adaptable financial strategy.

October 18 – 5 Keys to Retiring Fearlessly
Description: What will be your sources of retirement income? How can you help protect yourself from “what ifs?” Learn ways to help you achieve your goals in retirement with confidence.