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Adult Sunday Classes
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It’s no secret that being a part of a Sunday morning class or small group is what makes Highland Park UMC the “Smallest Big Church” around. You are invited to Give God 2 opportunities on Sunday mornings, one in worship and one in an Adult Sunday Morning Class to allow you to: Grow Deeper in your faith, Get Closer to God and others, and be able to Give Greater in service to the community and the world.
Rev. Susan Robb
Executive Minister
Adult Sunday Morning Classes
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For All:
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New Life Fellowship at 11 am in room 216 for 50+. A discussion group applying scripture to life through study of best selling books on faith and religion. Led by Richard Stanford, staff HPUMC. Call Richard Stanford @ 214.523.2249 or email stanfordr@hpumc.org if you are interested.
Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White. New Life Fellowship, the new best seller/Bible discussion class, began May 1 and has studied Rob Bell’s Love Wins and Lisa Miller’s Heaven. August 15 we will start Adam Hamilton’s Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White. Come join us Sundays at 11am in Room 216. For further information call Richard Stanford at 214-523-2249 or email stanfordr@hpumc.org.
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ACTS 2 - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 20s & 30s
Room 214
Grow: Are you a young professional or a graduate student in your 20's or 30's? We follow the teachings of Acts 2, Verses 42-47 with lively casual discussions integrating real life issues with Biblical learning, focus on fellowship with a number of monthly social activities, and offer various volunteer opportunities. Give: Habitat for Humanity, Willie Build for Habitat for Humanity, Labors for Neighbors, Night Owls, Salvation Army Angel Tree and The North Texas Food Bank.
We are a group of couples and singles in their 20’s and 30’s, is kicking off the fall season with new lessons and new monthly fellowship events. Join us on Thursday, September 8th from 7:30 – 10:00PM for free food and fellowship at Katy Trail Ice House. We hope to see you again at 9:30AM on Sunday, September 11 in Room 214 as we begin our 6 week series on Christianity and World Religions. You can join us at any time! For more information search for HPUMC Acts 2 on Facebook or email hpumcacts2@yahoo.com.
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Discovery Class - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 50+
Room 244
Grow: A variety of outside speakers and class members present lessons including Bible study, current events, educational and inspirational programs, and discussion of social issues. Give: North Texas Food Bank, Carpenters for Christ, Wilkinson Center, Austin Street Shelter, meets the troops – DFW, Inner-city Church Camp, Night OWLS, Turner 12 and Inter-faith Housing Coalition.
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Fellowship Class - 9:30 a.m.
Those with teenage or young adult children Ages: 40s - 50s
Room 362
Grow: Programs and activities aim to promote spiritual growth through Christian education, inspiration, fellowship and to meet members’ changing needs in various stages of life. Give: Austin Street Shelter, The Bridge, Vision Africa, Carpenters for Christ, Labors for Neighbors and Wesley Rankin.
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First Light - 8:30 a.m.
Couples and Singles Ages: 50+
Room: Great Hall
Grow: First Light begins with a lecture presentation given by a variety of teachers and ends with discussion and comments. This study brings the scriptures alive and insights from the teacher and others offer class members practical ways to use the Bible in their lives. Give: Austin Street Shelter, Night OWLS dinners & volunteers and Methodist Mission Home. |
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In His Steps - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: All
Room: Great Hall
Grow: This class is based on a study of the Bible, led by a seminary professor, with time provided for questions and comments. Music is an integral part of the class. Give: Night OWLS, Stewpot, Exodus Ministries, Carpenters for Christ, Soup Mobile, Costa Rica, Wilkinson Center, Philippines, Genesis Women’s Center, Dickinson Place, Austin Street Shelter, Russia, School Supplies campaign and highlights an individual community each month. |
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John Wesley - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 60+
Room: 212
Grow: Believing that the Bible is the inerrant word of God, this class is an interactive Bible study that begins with a hymn sing. Give: Austin Street Shelter, visits church members in the hospital, Habitat for Humanity, birthday parties for the residents of Dickinson Place and Night OWLS. |
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Roundtable - 11:00 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 60+
Room 210
Grow: Coffee, cookies, hymns, prayer, announcements and a lesson with lively discussion led by outside and member teachers shape this class. Topics include Bible, Christian family life, missions, community life, and understanding other religions. Give: Prayer Tower Intercessors, Financially supports a number of local agencies and missions including Genesis Women’s Shelter, Wilkinson Center, Dickinson Place, Costa Rica project, Vision Africa and Wesley-Rankin. |
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Seekers - Wednesdays 6: 30 p.m. (dinner)
Couples & Singles Ages: 60+
Room 120
Grow: Speakers include ministers, congregation and class members, and representatives from outside agencies. A variety of topics is offered, all biblically-based. Give: Carpenters for Christ, Night OWLS, Austin Street Shelter, birthday parties for residents at Dickinson Place and Great Day of Service. |
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Two by Two - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 70+
Room 120
Grow: This class aims to encourage and develop a better understanding of biblical teachings and how to apply them to everyday living. Give: Financially supports over fourteen local agencies and ministries including Dallas Bethlehem Center, Dickinson Place, and Wilkinson Center. |
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Wesleyan Fellowship - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 60+
Rooms 210
Grow: This class is dedicated to the spiritual growth and enlightenment of each member through the study of God’s Holy Word and its application to our daily lives, and the strengthening of each member’s faith through Christian fellowship, love, care, concern and outreach. Give: Inner-city youth summer camp, Meals on Wheels, Carpenters for Christ, Wesley Rankin and Costa Rica Orphanage. |
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Word Class - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles Ages: 50+
Room 220
Grow: A different inspirational speaker comes weekly to share a fresh revelation of what God is teaching them and how biblical principles can apply to everyday life. The class believes the Bible is the inerrant word of God. Give: Inner-city youth summer camp and Reconciliation Outreach. |
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Parents of Youth - 9:30 a.m.
Couples & Singles All Ages
Room 391
Grow: A class for parents of youth in grades 6 – 12. Topics will include parenting issues as well as Bible study. Give: Commits to supporting youth missions and the youth sponsored blood drives. |
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30 Something - 9:30 a.m.
Singles Ages: 33-43
Room 252
Grow: Professionals seeking a place to find friends and grow in their faith. This class features Bible-based lessons dealing with life issues presented by a variety of speakers. Give: Habitat Singles Build, Austin Street Shelter and Christmas Caroling at Dickinson Place. |
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Fireside - 9:30 a.m.
Young Professional Singles Ages 22 - 33
Room 253
Grow: Fireside includes an interactive class format focused on Bible teachings. Aspire to help each other develop Christ-like characteristics and to reach out to others offering the love of Christ. Give: Singles Build with Carpenters for Christ, Operation Christmas Stocking, Christmas Caroling at Dickinson Place, Happy Hearts for the Homeless - Austin Street Shelter.
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Impact - 9:30 a.m.
Singles Ages: 28-38
Room 254
Grow: A new class for professionals has just started! This community of young professionals is in their late 20’s to mid 30’s seeking to grow in their relationship with God and others through interactive discussions on the application of their faith to contemporary life issues. Give: Habitat Singles Build.
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Journey - 11:00 a.m.
Singles Ages: 55+
Room 253
Grow: A Bible-based class dedicated to the spiritual enrichment of members and visitors as they strive to be an integral part of the larger church community. Various subjects are discussed. Give: Austin Street Shelter, Ronald McDonald House, school supplies for children, backpacks with comfort and hygiene items for the homeless, Carpenters for Christ, Inner-city youth, Night OWLS, Stewpot, Wesley Rankin and Dickinson Place. |
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Synergy - 9:30 a.m.
Singles Ages : All Ages
Cox Parlor
Grow: Connecting with God, Friends and Community. Open to all singles but focusing on adults 40+, emphasis is placed on reaching out to the community. This class offers a unique format with round table discussion “table talk” to explore ways scripture speaks to us. Give: Singles Build with Carpenters for Christ, Operation Christmas Stocking, Christmas Caroling at Dickinson Place, Happy Hearts for the Homeless through Austin Street Shelter. |
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Building Blocks - 11:00 a.m.
Parents with young children Ages: 30s - 40s
Room 213
Grow: This class is a biblically-based study designed to build relationships and strengthen the family. Give: Great Day of Service with our children, sponsor for families annually at Thanksgiving and Christmas, GenerationNext campaign pledges as a class for the rock climbing wall and game area, Carpenters for Christ, family pizza night making cards for US soldiers. |
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Commitments Couples - 9:30 a.m.
Ages: 30s - 40s
Room 218
Grow: Commitments is for couples, with and without children, wanting to understand God’s intent in Christian living, marriage, and spirituality. Different teachers present biblically-based lessons in lecture and discussion formats. Give: Austin Street Shelter, Labors for Neighbors, Support of Pastor Dan, Nepal ministries, “Scholarship” of a spot on one of the Costa Rica mission trips, Support of Buckner Center (shoe drive). |
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Covenant (New Class!) - 9:30 a.m.
Newly Married Couples Ages: 25-45
Room 256
These newlyweds will discuss a variety of topics to deepen their relationship with God and their spouse in an accepting environment. Join them as they learn a balance between Biblical learning and real life application through weekly discussions, service oriented outreach and fellowship. |
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Good News - 9:30 a.m.
Couples Ages: 50s - 60s
Room 241
Grow: As parents of young adults, this class represents a diversity of views with a willingness to discover new depths in faith through many different paths. Give: Choir, UMW, Carpenters for Christ, Labors for Neighbors, Wesley Rankin Community Center, Soup Mobile and Night OWLS. |
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Grass Roots - 9:30 a.m.
Mostly Couples Ages: 40s - 50s
Room 215
Grow: Programs focus on scriptural, topical, or inspirational and are taught either by outside speakers or by our own members. Lecture and discussion groups are featured. Give: Habitat for Humanity/WillieBuild, Labors for Neighbors, Wesley-Rankin, Austin Street Shelter, Gifts of Grace, and each other! |
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Promises - 9:30 a.m.
Couples Ages: 30s
Room 213
Grow: These couples, many with young children, have formed an interactive, discussion-based class focusing on topics related to marriage, parenting, and bible lessons. http://hpumc-promises.ning.com. Give: Night OWLS, Angel tree for the Salvation Army, Carpenters for Christ, Interfaith Housing and Nepal. |
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The Knot - 10:45 a.m.
(Newly Married 5 Years or Less) Ages: 20’s -30’s
Room 254
Grow: Are you eager to establish your marriage based on biblical principles and find a circle of friends that will be mutually supportive in that endeavor, as you serve one another and the community? Please join us as we grow in our relationship with Jesus Christ and with one another. Give: Carpenters for Christ and Soup Kitchen. |
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