Spiritual Formation
Sunday School
Our Sunday School classes for children, youth, and adults meet from 9:45-10:45 am
on Sunday mornings
Two All-Church Sunday School Gatherings in May
May 3 - Presentation from Pastor Jen (Doctoral Project Research) - Sanctuary
May 17 - Church of the Brethren Annual Conference Moderator, Don Fitzkee (Q&A) - Sanctuary
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Our children’s class uses the Shine curriculum which focuses on teaching children to live in God’s light and prepares children to love Jesus, grow in faith, and change the world. Children meet in room #12.
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The Junior and Senior High youth gather weekly for faith formation activities and group fellowship. Youth meet in room #10.
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This class features varying topics with time for social interaction and discussion. Open Circle meets in rooms #13 & 15.
The Open Circle class is currently reading and discussing the Gospel of Matthew.
May Schedule
May 3 - All-Church Sunday School - Presentation from Pastor Jen (Doctoral Project Research) - Sanctuary
May 10 - The Laborers in the Vineyard (Matthew 20:1-16)
May 17 - All-Church Sunday School- COB Moderator, Don Fitzkee (Q&A)
May 24 - TBD
May 31 - Jesus Heals Two Blind Men (Matthew 20:29-34)
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This class enjoys weekly presentations on a variety of topics with time for discussion.
May Schedule
May 3 - All-Church Sunday School - Presentation from Pastor Jen (Doctoral Project Research) - Sanctuary
May 10 - Sue Overman (Mother’s Day: Discussion on Our Mothers and Mother Figures)
May 17 - All-Church Sunday School - COB Moderator, Don Fitzkee (Q&A)
May 24 - TBD
May 31 - Steve Longenecker (“Brethren, Mennonites, and the Declaration of Independence”)
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This class functions as a small group focused on building supportive and nurturing relationships for those balancing careers, families and faith. Topics vary and the class is structured around small group discussion.
Other Ways to Connect
Wednesday Night Dinners + Bible Study
Twice each year, during the fall and Lenten seasons, we gather on Wednesday evenings for dinner and devotions or times for study.
Fall Wednesday Night Dinners & Bible Study - September 2 - October 7 (Meal from 5:00-6:00 pm, Bible Study from 6:00-7:00 pm)
Book Study
Wednesdays in May & June
May 6 - June 24, 6:00 pm (Open Circle Classroom, Rooms 13/14)
This Spring, we are readingThe God Who Sees by Karen González. The following is the back cover synopsis of the book:
"Here is a riveting story of seeking safety in another land. Here is a gripping journey of loss, alienation, and belonging.
In The God Who Sees, immigration advocate Karen González recounts her family's migration from Guatemala to Los Angeles
and the suburbs of south Florida. Here, too, is the sweeping epic of immigrants and refugees in Scripture - intrepid heroes
of the faith cross borders and seek refuge."
Please purchase your own copy of the book, but if you need assistance, contact Pastor Erin Rinaca.
Youth Events
Baptism Class - For any youth interested in baptism or simply curious about Church of the Brethren beliefs and values
April 19, 12:00-2:00 pm
April 26, 12:00-2:00 pm
May 3, 2:00-4:00 pm (after Youth Meal)
No Class on Mother’s Day (May 10)
May 17, 1:00 pm Tour John Kline Homestead in Broadway
Youth Meal - May 3 following 11:00 am worship
Youth Sunday - June 7
Children’s Church
A special time for worship and activities designed for children pre-K to Elementary school age. Children’s Church takes place the 2nd Sunday of each month during the school year (September - May) during the 11:00 am worship service. Children depart for Children’s Church following the Children’s Story time. 🐿️
Library
Our church library offers a wonderful wealth of resources!
We even have a searchable online database that you can browse, here.