Christian Education
Adults - Youth - Children
Join us for 9:45 a.m.
Sunday School!
Here you will find opportunities -
from the youngest toddler
through adulthood -
to learn and experience God’s
love for all creation.
For more information, please call the Christian Education office at 304-343-8961
Visitors and New Members are special!
March 7 is FIRST PRESBY TOUR DAY: We will meet together and then take a tour of all the nooks and crannies, including a tour of the classrooms, the Recreation Building and the gym. Wear comfy shoes.
March 14: Pastor Bill McCoy will talk about what it means to be part of a church family.
March 21: Pastor Jim Roberts will share with us the history of the Presbyterian Church, its theology, and government.
Each class begins at 10:00 a.m. in the Ruffner Room which you can find by exiting the double wooden doors at the left front of the sanctuary, up the steps, and straight ahead.
Childcare and children’s Sunday School are provided. Contact Robin at 343-896 for more details.
MORE THAN EVER, THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU AT FIRST PRESBY!
COME SEE!
Children
Infants and Toddlers
Our very youngest members are cared for on Sunday mornings during Sunday School by church member volunteers.
Infants: Room E-108
Toddlers: Room E-114
Preschool Children
Two and Three year olds: Room E-217
Teachers: Whitney Vincent and
Chris Daugherty.
Four and Five year olds: Room E-112
Teachers: Sarah Lyons, Penny Swan, and substitute Perry Keller.
Covenant Kids
Elementary Children 1st-5th
Come to the Chapel at 9:45.
Following Chapel time, rotating workshops on the 3rd floor of the Education Building (art, music, temple, cooking, drama, computers) provide hands-on Bible story investigation and mission activities.
Feb.—Jesus Prays; We Pray
March—Seder Meal, Resurrection Eggs, and Easter Prophecy
April—Easter People
May—The Great Commission
Covenant Kids is an exciting program. For ways that you can be involved, or for additional information, telephone Barbara Hopta at 304-343-8961, ext. 127.
Youth Classes
Middle School Youth - Grades 6 and 7
Room 406,
Education Building
Join us as we talk about what it is like to be in middle school. What do you face daily? Peer pressure, parents, grades, friendships? Mary McCoy will lead you through discussion and Bible references.
Confirmation - Grade 8
Room 405, Education Building
Associate Pastor Claire Butler, table leaders Nikki Moses and Lindsey Kuyk, and congregation members, are leading this nine-month process. Curriculum includes “We Believe: Professing Our Faith.” The confirmation year culminates with the act of Confirmation in April 2010. This is a memorable time for families and for the church. For more information, call Claire at 304-343-8961, ext. 119.
High School Youth
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Grades 9—12
Youth Lounge, Activities Building
Faith AND Questions: We all have questions about our faith. Each Sunday we will explore a different question. We will be using FAQ: Faithfully Asking Questions as a starting point for our exploration. Bring a friend along and give us a try!
Adult Classes
Adults explore the meaning and implication of being Christians in today’s world through Bible study, discussion, current events, and a variety of media experiences. Review the following list of classes and select a class to try. You are welcome to attend any class on any Sunday. Sunday School continues through May 16. For summer class see the June and July newsletters.
Covenant Class
Room 403, Education Building
Welcome! Come and learn with us as we study the Old Testament. Class facilitators: Larry and Darlene Kerr, at 304-925-0098.
Feb. 7 — Habakkuk
Feb. 14 — Jonah
Feb. 21-28 — Old Testament Wrap-Up
March 1st we start the New Testament...
April 4 — Easter Sunday Agape Love Feast (combined class)
May 2 — Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves, combined class
the class
Room 204, Activities Building
We are a welcoming group of adults who study the Bible and social issues. We enjoy class discussions and social activities. Class contact: Mary Ann Schacht, 346-4696.
Jan. 10-Feb. 14 — Biblical Pictures of Christian Life led by Otis O’Connor
Feb. 21 — Equal Exchange led by Linda Elliott
Feb. 28 — TBA
Mar. 7-14 — History and Theology of Baptism led by John Nesius
Mar. 21 — TBA
Mar. 28 — Palm Sunday Brunch
April 4 — Easter Agape Love Feast combined event
April 11-May 2 — Overview of Ezekiel led by Suzanne Meyer
Discovery Class
Recreation Room, Activities Building.
We seek to bridge the life of work and family responsibilities with the need for spiritual nurture and growth.
Social time together includes meeting at a local restaurant or home on the third Friday of the month. Contact any of the follow class members for more information: Rick Vorhees at 304-344-5547; Scott Case, at 304-342-9506; Pam Kuyk at 304-346-9342.
Feb. 7 — Strengthening Your Relationships with Your Significant Other led by Nancy Brallier
Feb. 14 — Valentines? led by Jim Roberts
Feb. 21 — Could You ID Jesus in a Police Line Up? led by Jim Crockett
Feb. 28 — Skype with Leslie Clay and Carl Agsten from Nicaragua
Mar 7- The Wired Word led by Kay Lamb
Mar. 14 — One of Jesus’s Parables led by Beth and Rick Vorhees
Mar. 21 — The Sermon Plus led by Bill McCoy
Mar. 28 — TBA
April 4 — Easter Sunday Agape Love Feast combined class
Apr. 11 — Listening to God led by Mary Odin
Apr. 18-25 — TBA
May 2 — Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves, combined class
Foundations Class
Room 109, Activities Building
The Foundations Class is a group of “still-young adults,” roughly 30’s–50’s, who enjoy the challenge of different topics relating to the Christian faith and living faithfully. Come and join us in a casual atmosphere of study and fellowship. Class contact: Tom Daugherty at 304- 346-6356.
From January to May we will be discussing a variety of current topics and matters of faith including:
Feb. 21-Mar. 21 — Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? a Lenten Study led by Jim and Diane Roberts, meeting in Room E-412.
Koinonia Class
Room 412, Education Building
We are a group of both married and single adults, mostly in our 50’s-60’s, who enjoy studying daily spiritual applications, being a Christian all week long, the church in the community and Biblical understanding. Class contact: Bob Orders, 345-4390.
Jan. 31-Feb. 14 — To Everything A Season: Spirituality of Time led by Alice Abernethy
Feb. 21-Mar. 21 — Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? a Lenten Study led by Jim and Diane Roberts
Mar. 28 — Palm Sunday, TBA
April 4 — Easter Agape Love Feast
May 2 — Guest speaker: Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves (combined class)
Rainbow Class
Room 214, Education Building
The Rainbow Class welcomes adults throughout the Charleston community who are mentally challenged. If you know of someone who could benefit from this class, please contact one of the leaders listed below. The teachers seek to guide individuals along their faith journey to the best of their personal abilities through basic Christian stories. Class contacts: Jean O’Connor, at 304-346-4047, and Susan Herold at 304- 342-0860.
Ruffner Class
Room 201, Activities Building
We
are
middle-aged to older adults.
Many of
us
are joyful grandparents! Concerned about applying the Christian faith
to everyday life and current issues,
we
focus
on
Bible
study and the Bible’s
relevance.
Class contact:
Jason Conley, 344-4830.
Feb. 7-28 — The Wired Word led by Kay Lamb
Mar. 7-28 — Bible Study led by Otis O’Connor
April 4 — Easter Sunday combined Agape Love Feast
April 11-25 — Faithful Living in a Complex World led by Doug Height
May 2 — Guest lecturer: Rev. Dr. Purves (combined class)
May 9-16 — Understanding Islam led by Dr. Robert Newman
Seneca Class
has a NEW location! Join us in the Activities Building, Room 203.
Come to the Seneca Class where couples and singles in their 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s explore their faith, build lasting friendships, and seek to understand the role of the church in the community. Frequent emails keep us informed of class topics and events such as assisting Habitat for Humanity. If you would like to be added to the email list, contact Emily Hopta at eshopta@hotmail.com.
Feb. 7 — The Ethics of College Sports
Feb. 14 — The Book of Ruth
Feb. 21-Mar. 21 — Prayer: Does It Make Any Difference? a Lenten Study led by Jim and Diane Roberts (For this study we will meet in Room E-412.)
April 4 — Easter Sunday Agape Love Feast combined class
May 2 — Guest speaker: Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves from Pittsburg Seminary (combined class)
Sojourners Class
Room 411, Education Building
Room 411, Education Building
We are a diverse group, including both couples and singles, with a wide range of ages and interests. In addition to church school and socials, we maintain a special ministry to Smith Street Station, a subsidized apartment house for low-income residents. Class Contact: George Keller at 304-744-3152.
Feb.-April — Bible study of letters of Paul
April 4 — Easter Sunday Agape Love Feast combined class
April-May — Discussion of current news topics using the “Wired Word”
May 2 — Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves (combined class)
Susie Early Room, Sanctuary Building
The Trinity Bible Class is a group of men and women of “senior-citizen age-plus” who study the Bible together from The Present Word. We hope you will visit us. A greeter will be at the doorway to welcome you. Give us a try! You’ll like us.
Feb. — Christ the Fulfillment led by Rev. Bob Newman
March-May — Teachings on Community led by Suzanne Meyer, Rev. Jim Roberts, and Jon Stoecklin
April 4 — Easter Sunday Agape Love Feast combined class
May 2 — Guest Speaker: Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves from Pittsburg Seminary (combined class)Festival of Faith
Saturday, March 27
Keynote Speaker:
Rev. Bruce Reyes-Chow
Current Moderator of the PC(USA) General Assembly
“Changing Times, Changing Church, Constant God”
Visit: www.wvpresbytery.org for more information.
Agape Love Feast
Join us for a delicious time on Easter Sunday in the Church Dining Room at 9:45 a.m.
If you are able, bring an Easter bread to share.
SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER:
Rev. Dr. Andrew Purves, professor of Reformed Theology at Pittsburgh Seminary, will be our guest lecturer on
Friday, April 30; Saturday, May 1; and Sunday, May 2.
Plan to attend at least one of these—if not all three!
The Education and Activities Buildings are shown in the church layout.
Sunday School Class and Study Group representatives may email their class information to scifinerd@gmail.com and it will be posted on your class webpage linked from the top of this page. Information will be updated several times a week.
Inquirers Class: Getting to Know First Presby
The News, which is the insert with announcements in the weekly Worship Bulletin (click on button to the left) will announce dates for Inquirers Classes, or for dates or questions, contact Robin at 343-8961 robin@firstpresby.com.
If you are interested in learning more about First Presby, please join with other newcomers for the first of a three-week orientation series on Sunday, March 7 at 9:45 a.m. in the Ruffner Room.
· Learn more about WHAT PRESBYTERIANS BELIEVE.
· Find out about the CLASSES, ACTIVITIES, AND PROGRAMS offered
at First Presby.
· Discover meaningful ways to GET INVOLVED.
· Explore the benefits and procedures of MEMBERSHIP.
· ASK QUESTIONS that are on your mind, and take a CHURCH TOUR.
Gather in the Ruffner Room at 9:45 a.m. on March 7 for a walking tour of the church buildings. On March 14, Bill McCoy teaches and, to complete the three-week series, Jim Roberts will lead our class on March 21. Find the Ruffner Room through the left-hand double wooden doors at the front of the sanctuary, up a few steps and the Ruffner Room is straight ahead. Please contact Robin at robin@firstpresby.com for more information. Children and teens are welcome in child care or Sunday School.
More than ever, there is a meaningful place for you at First Presby! Come see!