| Religious Education for Adults |
Adult registration for fall classes will be held Sept. 12, 19 & 26 at St. John's.BrochureRegistration FormAdult Religious Education takes many forms at St. John's. We have discussions, lectures, practice groups, book-based classes, adult forums, and even a film series! Most of our classes are either on Sundays or on Tuesday evenings. Some have childcare available for those who preregister. All of our classes are open to members, friends, and neighbors in the community. There is no charge to attend any of our classes, although some of the classes require books. Classes are available during the year in the following five areas: 1, Unitarian Universalist History and Identity II. Religion: Theology and Faith Development III. Spiritual Practice IV. Social Justice and Ethics V. Community and Personal Growth
Sunday Forums Forums are held before the church service, 10 - 10:45 a.m. in Krolfifer Hall, across from the sanctuary. We try to present a variety of viewpoints on topics of interest to the St. John's community. It is in our sharing together that we clarify what we believe and help others to do likewise. Members and friends who would like to present a forum are asked to contact Ethel Ingalls, Pamela Wilz, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . It is not necessary to register or to attend all forums. Come to any that interest you. Sept. 12 "Are You A Humanist?" Did you get a chance to read your UUWorld over the summer? Read again the article on Black Humanism, (page 21, Summer Issue) Frances May Brooks will lead a discussion about Rev. Bossen's thoughts on what the humanist concepts of the black community bring to our UU ideas of suffering and responsibility. Sept. 19 " The Wisdom Array" Preview of the Wisdom Array presented by Tony Malinauskas. All teens and adults welcome to join in the fun game and see how effective our communication skills are. ADULT RELIGIOUS EDUCATION Fall 2010 NO CHARGE for any of the classes World Religions for Families Sun. afternoons Oct. 3-24 12:45 - 2:15p.m. 4 sessions Breaking Free -Women of Spirit Sun. afternoons Oct. 24 – Nov. 21; 4-5:30 p.m. 5 sessions Immigration: What Happens to the Family? Mon. eve Oct. 25 – 7-8:30 p.m. 1 session Immigration Myths Mon. eve Nov. 1 – 15 7-8:30 3 sessions Talking to Strangers-Spiritual Hospitality Tues. eve. Oct. 5 OR Nov. 9 7-8:45 choose one Speaking Peace Tues. eve. Oct. 12 – Nov. 16 – 7-8:30 6 sessions Louisa May Alcott Tues. eve. Oct. 26 – 7-8:30 one session With One Voice Tues. eve. Nov. 30 7-8:30 one session Tai Chi Thurs. eve Sept. 30 – 6 - 6:50 p.m. weekly Wisdom Array Thurs eve. Oct. 21 7-8:30 p.m. 5 sessions Services for Seniors Thursday afternoon, Nov. 18 1-3 p.m.– one session Food for Thought Fri. eve, Sept. 17 7 p.m. Potluck, 7:30 p.m. Moviealso Nov. 19 St. John's BookstoreWe have a variety of books from Skinner and Beacon Press available at significant discounts when the bookstore is open. Adult Activities at St. John'sOur Tuesday Community Nights allow members and friends to attend one of the classes offered, attend a Chalice Group (a form of small group ministry meeting monthly), attend a committee meeting or special one-night programs. Classes and groups are also held at other times during the week, but many enjoy the Tuesday nights when our building is "hopping" with activities. There are many volunteer opportunities with the Adult Religious Exploration program.
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