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Study Opportunities/Faith Development

Faith Development Options
Fall 2008

Coming soon………

The Developing Ministries team has been working over the summer to match interests, programs and leaders in order to come up with a small group schedule for the fall. While the list below is not complete, here are some offerings to consider when deciding how you will commit to spiritual growth this fall through participation in a small group.

Look for more complete information and sign up sheets at each of the worship centers as well at the charge picnic on September 7th.

Please RSVP to the office or to the small group leader. Office: 410-885-5641 office@trinitytownpoint.com

All classes are open to the community. If a topic appeals to you, we invite you to join us.

Equipping Lay Ministry Courses

Have you ever wanted to learn more about the Bible and the life of faith from Seminary educators?  Wesley seminar offers the "Equipping Lay Ministry" courses for laity.  Courses are offered in a concentrated weekend format, and they are outstanding!

Right now, if 3 or more people from our church family attend a course, the cost is just $100 per person. This is truly a gift. Check out the current course listings for summer 2008.

Small Group Opportunities:
Beginnings
When: Thursdays, beginning Sept. 11, 7:00 pm 6:30 p.m. D
Where: Trinity United Methodist Church
Led by: Monty Carlisle and Ray Yarnall
beginnings is a 12 week small group study about basic Christian beliefs. It is intended for adults who desire an intentional walk with God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Whether you are an inquirer, explorer, seeker, or new church member, beginnings is designed to meet you where you are on your spiritual journey.
Caring for our Church Family
When: Thursdays @ 6:00pm after fellowship dinner startin
Where: Trinity
Led by: Amy Yarnall and Phyllis Davis
Come together to study and learn about supporting and caring for members of our church family. We will reflect upon how this ministry is vital to the health of the Body of Christ. If you would like to learn more about this ministry and the possibility of blessing others through it, this is the place for you.
Covenant Discipleship
When: To Be Announced
Where: To Be Announced
Led by: Ray Yarnall at 410-398-8003 or rayyarnall@gmail.co
Covenant Discipleship is a small-group ministry in the Wesleyan tradition. Groups meet weekly for one hour. The agenda is a covenant written by the group based upon the General Rule of Discipleship: To witness to Jesus Christ in the world and to follow his teachings through acts of compassion, justice, worship and devotion under the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Through a process of mutual accountability and support for practicing the basics of Christian faith, members “watch over one another in love.”
Good $ense
When: Starting 9/11/2008
Where: Trinity
Led by: Jim Prigel (410-275-8406)
Good $ense is a six week course on God-honoring money management that focuses on budgeting. Regardless of your financial situation, this course is for you.
Partnership in Prayer
When: Mondays @ 7pm
Where: Town Point
Led by: Carl Davis (410-885-5164) cpdavis@udel.edu
PRAYER Does It Make Any Difference? Does prayer change us or God? Or both? In six sessions, Philip Yancey will help us explore and experience the very heartbeat - the most fundamental, challenging, perplexing, and deeply rewarding aspect - of our relationship with God: prayer. What is prayer? How does it work? And more importantly, does it work?
Pastor Amy Bible Study
When: Wednesdays—10:30 a.m.
Where: Pastor Amy’s Office
Led by: Pastor Amy (410-885-5641)
Be a part of Pastor Amy’s sermon writing by exploring the coming week’s sermon scripture.
Seeing Gray In A World of Black and White: Thought
When: Tuesday @ 10:00am starting September 16th
Where: Trinity
Led by: Reverend Cindy Koski
“A dynamic, nationally-known pastor and bestselling author calls for a richer, deeper, and more balanced conversation on the issues that divide our country and our churches.” Reverend Cindy Koski has read Seeing Gray… and is looking for an opportunity to discuss its ideas with others. Begin reading the book to prepare.
Walk & Talk
When: Mondays and Wednesdays @ 6:00pm starting September
Where: Bohemia Manor High School track
Led by: Patti Blakeney
Patti Blakeney will lead a time of devotion/reflection and walking.
Office: Chesapeake City UMC / 450 Third Street / PO Box 196 / Chesapeake City, MD 21915   Phone: (410) 885-5641