Adult Education

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During this time when we cannot worship together, we are pleased to offer video or Zoom Adult Education offerings.

Please contact Jennifer Van Hook, Deannine Shipman or a committee member if you would like more information about Adult Education opportunities.

Please click here to visit our YouTube Channel to view past Adult Ed Offerings.

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Adult Education in September on YouTube

September 20 and 27, 2020 with Allison Maus on YouTube
What’s in a name? Many Biblical characters aren’t given names in our Bible’s text. Yet their stories are included and their roles are important to how we might understand God, Scripture, and ourselves. Join Allison for a closer look at a couple of stories specifically of unnamed women as to ask questions and seek to apply the text.  Join us for this two-week series September 20th and 27th.

Here's Part 1.

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Adult Education in October on Zoom

October 4, 2020 ~ "Finding a Third Way" - A Dialogue on Justice
In the current era, a variety of injustices are present in the public consciousness. How does our faith compel us to actively engage these systems of injustice in our world? Join former Penn State campus minister, Rev. Ben Wideman, for an important discussion.
 
October 11, 2020 ~ "A Visit to the National Memorial for Peace and Justice"
The National Memorial for Peace and Justice in Montgomery, Alabama is a testament to over 4,000 men, women, and children who were lynched in the U.S. since the end of the Civil War. Rick Bryant will take us through the memorial's design and what makes a visit there such a powerful experience.
 
October 18, 2020 ~ "Why We Care About Race"
The Racial Reconciliation team has maintained an ongoing dialogue on issues of racial justice. Come and listen to the team as they share their stories from their personal perspectives and experience. You are also welcome to share your own story as you feel comfortable.
 
October 25, 2020 ~ "Monuments and Destruction: The Historical Context of Toppling Statues and Black Lives Matter"
One arm of the current fight for racial justice is the toppling of confederate monuments. How far is too far? What happened to other "monuments to hate?" Heather Bruhn will take us through what the deliberate destruction of particular images in history means, and how it shapes our present situation.

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Please click here to visit our YouTube Channel to view past Adult Ed Offerings.