Adult Education
The path of discipleship is a journey and we have created a metaphor of a hiking trail with various stops along the way that all may find a way to connect. Below you will find a number of ways to join the path of discipleship during Sunday school at Chapel Hill. May you grow in the love and grace of God on the journey. Please contact Pastor Matt with any questions.
On Sunday Mornings. 10:20-11:15
This fall PCHUM is thinking about Sabbath, that holy space of rest that God desires for each one of us to experience. Building intentional rest into our busy schedules however, is not just challenging, but it can be frightening to put aside our work for a whole day. Below, you will find three different avenues for practicing Sabbath, learning about the Biblical foundations of Sabbath, and “talking Sabbath” with your worshiping community. This summer Pastor Matt is looking for persons with a passion for leadership in any of these three areas. If you are interested please contact him at mattweiler@pchum.org, or in the office at 327-6643.
Talking Sabbath
Each Sunday The Voice will feature a new “Talk Sheet” with some discussion starters related to finding space for rest and play in our busy lives. Gather with others in class rooms, at the coffee shops, for breakfast, and talk about this idea of Sabbath in your own lives.
Trail Location: Casual Stroll
Sabbath: Finding Rest, Renewal, and Delight in Our Busy Lives, by Wayne Muller
Gather for a five week discussion and discover what God has to say about Sabbath, and why it matters in our lives of faith.Trail Location: A Day Hike
Prayer Vigil
Do you feel as though you desire to have a quiet time for prayer but just cannot make that make space? We’ve created the space for you!
Trail Location: The Wilderness Trail
Beyond Sunday
Disciple I – Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study: Disciple I uses biblical language and images and draws upon the work of scholars to aid understanding of the Bible. This study requires reading large portions of Scripture each week and is based on careful study and preparation. During the course of thirty-four weeks, groups will move through the biblical stories of Creation to the New Jerusalem. The titles of the sessions along with theme words; theme verses; and major persons, events, and topics will set the sequence of the biblical story in the minds of the participants.is a 34-week commitment of Biblical engagement and spiritual formation along the Wilderness Trail. Through Disciple participants will study and know the word God, be drawn into a deeper level of discipleship, and equipped for leadership in the life of the church. Three to four hours of reading per week is to be expected. All participants will receive a 34-week study guide and the cost of the class is $45.00. Classes meet every Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. beginning September 21.
Trail Location: Wilderness
Financial Peace University: Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU) is a fifteen week small group experience offering a faith based solution that will “teach you to eliminate debt, build wealth, and give like never before.” (Ramsey, 2008). No matter where you are on your financial journey, FPU has something to offer for everyone. The cost for the class is $120.00. For more information please contact Rachel and Dan Chandler at evans_rachel@yahoo.com or check out the website at www.daveramsey.com/fpu/home. FPU meets on Sunday evenings from 5:30 – 8 p.m. beginning September 20.
Trail: Wilderness
Manna and Mercy: This ten-week Bible small group experience will introduce the Bible in a fresh, and creative way which seeks to show how God has chosen “The Least of These” to make God’s love known to all the world. We will use Daniel Ehrlander’s book, Manna and Mercy: God’s Unfolding Plan to Mend the Entire Universe, a creative, easy read with deeply profound theological and scriptural insights. Participants will gain a confident understand of the story of scripture and a basic articulation of Christian Theology. Email Pastor Matt if you wish to participate. Mondays, September 21 – November 23 from 6:30 – 8 p.m.Please note this class will be taught at Sunnyside UMC at 2800 Gull Road in Kalamazoo.
Trail: Wilderness