Children and Youth
Sunday school classes begin at 9:40 a.m. There are classes for children age three through adult. Classrooms and the nursery are located in the annex just to the southeast of the church.
Sunday School Age Level Focus:
Three Year Old Class - Prayer introduction, God created all things, The Bible is a special book, God loves me; I am part of God's family
Preschool/Kindergarten Class - The Golden Rule, The story of Jesus' life, The creation story, Prayer
1st Grade Class - The Lord's Prayer, Prayer - ACTS 1: Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication, Intercession. Seasons of the Church Year
2nd/3rd Grade Class - Bible Skills: books of the Bible, Parts of the Bible (Old Testament, New Testament, and law, history, four gospels, etc.), 10 Commandments, 12 Disciples, Identify favorite scriptures
4th/5th Grade Class -Review books of the Bible; identify favorite scriptures, hands-on use of the Bible, Mission Outreach focus.
Vacation Bible School
VBS is offered every summer for a week in June. Each summer there is a new theme and the children's activities, crafts and learning revolve around the theme. Each year the VBS offering is designated for a particular mission project.
Middle and High School
Middle School Class - Apostle's Creed, be able to state it, Presbyterian Beliefs, church opportunities, church committees, stewardship, mission outreach
High School Youth - Incorporate Christianity into daily lives, stewardship, church opportunities, and hot topics-discussions
Christian Education
CONNECT
… With God and Others at Church School
Are you coming to the realization that “at times like these” we all need each other more than ever? Church school and church activities help to cultivate meaningful relationships between people from various generations and beliefs. Whether the optimistic faith of a child, the searching faith of youth and young adults, the persevering faith of those in midlife, or the reflective faith of the wise in years, recognizing the gifts and graces of everyone in the body of Christ leads to a fuller understanding of who we are as Christ’s church together.
That is the goal of adult Christian education at Trinity this year, to provide a place for “connection” for individuals to grow in their relationship to Christ and to each other. On Sunday mornings, from 9:40-10:30 a.m., you and your guest can find a classroom in either of Trinity’s education facilities, with a subject of interest to you. Qualified teachers have been preparing for rigorous discussion, practical information to help you in your daily life, and are equipped with great resources. See the list of classes below and choose where you will connect with others.
Adult Bible Study- Tradition and Wisdom- in the Trinity Library next to the kitchen.
Join Owen Duncan in a survey of Old Testament Wisdom literature and Jesus’ teaching in Matthew’s Gospel. The sessions make reference to human wisdom and transmit lessons learned from experience and tradition. They are words of a teacher to a student, or a parent to a child, words of wisdom passed on from one generation to another. You’ll draw on wisdom collected from the writers of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and the Song of Solomon. “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” (Proverbs 9:10) Wisdom comes as we exercise our intellects in obedient and devoted service to God. Bring your favorite Bible and study from The Present Word student book given to you that first day.
These Things Will Endure...and the Greatest of these is Love
This class is a series on the different facets of love. Each session is in the SW room of PATH from 9:40-10:30 a.m. on Sunday morning
January 22nd- Love never demands its own way... Hear Roger Netsch and Cheri Johnson talk about the Young Dads (Parents) program
January 29th- Jesus Loves the little children... Karen Weinman will impress you with the fact that Parents are Teachers!
February 5th- Love is not irritable... "For the Love of It" DVD will remind us that each day can be a glass half full.
February 12th- Love never gives up... a session for married couples from newlyweds to long-standing married couples. Dialogue on commitment in marriage.
February 19th- Love keeps no record of wrongs...Margaret Vernon will talk about the transformation taking place in her relationship with a prison pal
February 26th- Love Language...Geri Bartlett and Dru McLuen will help you learn "What to Say" when it's hard to know what to say (in times of death, crisis, hospitalization and more)
March 4th- Love never loses faith...Trinity deacons will talk about their responsibility as caregivers of the congregation.
March 11th- Love is always hopeful... features the Indianola Hope Foundation which helps students and families in the school system overcome obstacles to learning.
March 18th- Love endures through every circumstance...the ecumenical job service ministry, WeLIFT will be featured
JOIN A CLASS TODAY!
If you have questions related to adult Christian education at Trinity, please call coordinator, Sue Kimball at 961-2493 or email at kimballsusan53@yahoo.com.
KOINONIA - Monday night Bible study/Support at 7:00 p.m., SW room of PATH. A Women-of-Faith DVD, Joy-Filled, are currently being studied, so you may join this study at any time.
WISDOM KEEPERS
The purpose of this new ministry, under the umbrella of Christian Education, is:
...to encourage older adults in the use of their skills in the church's minstry and outreach
...to bring about a better understanding and awareness of the needs and the skills of older adults.
. ...to nurture spiritual growth throughout each person's life.
...Together with other groups in the church, reach out to those isolated by illness,or loss of a family member.
...Enrich relationships and encourage respect for all ages.
The Wisdom Keeper planning team is: Geri Bartlett, Dwayne Barton, Kathie Farris, Jeanenne Glascock, Sue Kimball, Susan Tinder, and Jon Vernon. The team has issued a survey of adults 55+ this past year and is using that information to determine the needs and the talents that can be used in planning for the future. The team meets once a month and has assembled a large amount of resources, lists of possibilities for the ministry, and you will begin to see a greater awareness of the value of people in this age group. If you have questions or would like to be a part of the planning team, please contact Sue Kimball at 961-2493.
Third Thursday at Ten
Wisdom Keepers is sponsoring a time of fellowship for women on this date each month. Each time, a special theme will be "played out" where each would bring an item requested or discuss a topic. Bring a friend, neighbor or someone who is alone.
D&D Coffee
Men, don’t forget you can venture out on Thursday mornings at ten to join Dave and Dennis for a hot cup of coffee and conversation. The group will not meet on holidays.
WELLNESS KEEPERS
This group has been meeting, as an outgrowth of Wisdom Keepers. Members of this group are: Susan Tinder, , Ellie Hutchison, Sue Kimball, Amanda Lindeberg, Beth Leuwerke, Laura Avitt, Dru McLuen, Lou Nady, Jeannie Hamilton, and Christy Tinder.
Mission statement:
With Jesus as our model, Trinity’s Wellness Keepers nurtures wellness of body, mind and spirit, through listening, encouraging, education, and serving.
Yoga Fit Class to Begin
Every Tuesday night in the large room on the main level of PATH
Led by licensed member of Trinity, Kim Grissom
FREE
7 p.m.
Improve flexibility, posture, strength, balance and more. Bring a mat and towel. Check with your doctor for permission to participate.
