2006—2007
All classes are held on Sunday mornings 9:30—10:15 a.m.

Children & Youth Classes

All classes will be using the “Whole People of God” curriculum.  This curriculum is based on the Revised Common Lectionary with age appropriate lessons for each class.  There are lots of pictures, music, and activities for the younger children.  The older youth will be having lots of discussion and projects to work on during class time.  Join us for fun and fellowship with your church friends each Sunday morning!

• Preschool—K—Room #8
  Teacher: Leslie Stanforth
  
  
• Grades 1, 2, & 3—Room #1
  Teachers: Cathy Jo Kagovsek
  
  
• Grades 4 & 5—Room #7
  Teacher:  Phyllis Olmstead
  
  
• Grades 6, 7, & 8—Room #4
  Teacher: Betsy Quinn
  
  
• High School—Room #5
  Teachers:  Mark Wedell, John Stanforth, Leslie Stanforth, Karen Rex
  

Adult Classes

• September 10—October 15
  "World Religions in America"
  Facilitator: Ann Rodewig
  Discussions will be held about a variety of religions as diverse as Islam, Latter Day Saints, Scientology, the Amish and more.  Learn about the commonalities and differences in beliefs and practices.
  
  
• October 22—November 19
  "Why Presbyterian?"
  Facilitator: Rev. Carol Wedell & guest speakers
  From the historical foundation of the Presbyterian Church to the deliberations and decisions of the 2006 General Assembly, this series will focus on the denomination’s past and future as it impacts individual members and the Church of the Western Reserve.
  
  
• December 3—17
  "Advent Bible Study"
  Facilitator:  Rev. David Sherwin
  This Bible study will be designed to increase our knowledge and appreciation for Advent.
  
  
• January 7—28
  "Scriptures Alive! Video Series"
  Facilitators: Congregational members
  With a video providing a reference point in scripture, each week will focus on a different topic that has relevance for modern everyday life.  Through discussion, possible responses to these issues will be explored.
  
  
• February 4—18
  "Nurturing Children’s Spiritual Lives"
  Facilitator: Rev. Carol Wedell
  In a series designed for parents, grandparents, and all those who care about children, Pastor Carol will lead a series that focuses on some of the issues and situations that offer opportunities to foster children’s spiritual growth, and ways that can contribute positively to that growth.
  
  
• February 25—April 1
  "Were You There?” Lenten Study
  Facilitators: congregational members
  Using Eric Korbell’s book of the same name, this series will give an in-depth look at those who were at the foot of the cross when Jesus was crucified.  Studying the roles and relationships of these people will provide a basis for this Lenten exploration.
  
  
• April 15—May 20
  "Christians and the Faithful Use of Modern Medicine"
  Facilitator: Suzanne Burkholder
  In a search for a faithful Christian response to the increasingly technological use of medicine, a religious basis and medical information will be used to explore some of the very difficult decisions that confront us today.  The focus will not be on reaching a single “right” answer, but on providing a framework that permits each person to arrive at his or her own decisions that provide peace and comfort within a faithful context.
  Adult Classes Cont’d.

Other opportunities for fellowship and learning:

• Men’s Bible Study—meets the first and third Mondays of the month at 9:30 a.m.
  
  
• Disciple Bible Study—Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. & Thursdays at 9:30 a.m
  
  
• Youth Group (grades 6—12) - 2nd Sunday of the month at 5:30 p.m.