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AHUMC is committed to offering a wide array of opportunities for education and encouragement.  The number of studies and groups that are available can even be a little overwhelming—so please let us help!

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Most of our courses are available for free to anyone who is interested. Some courses do require the purchase of a book—but even that shouldn’t be an obstacle to participation as scholarship assistance is available. We hope you will consider joining at least one of the courses listed below.

 

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THE Ologies:

A Study on God Stuff

 

LEADERS:Jason Adams, Reed McNitzky
DAY:Wednesdays - beginning Aug. 13
TIME:12 p.m.
LOCATION:AHUMC Parlor

If you have ever wondered about God, the cosmos, or Christian thought, then join us this fall for this ten-week exploration of some of the basic ideas within our Christian tradition.

 

Each Wednesday at lunch, Senior Pastor Jason Adams and Modern Worship Pastor Reed McNitzky will lead a companion course that unpacks their Sunday sermon topic in more detail and offers a space for questions and dialogue.

 

Lunch will be available for purchase from Mission Bell.

Moses: In the Footsteps of a Reluctant Prophet

 

LEADER:Donna Strieb
DAY:Tuesdays - beginning Sept. 2 
TIME:10 a.m.
LOCATION:W100 / 101

Turn your own reluctance into boldness as you examine the significant challenges facing Moses and how God shaped his character and life in powerful ways.
 

Join pastor Donna Strieb as we explore the sites of Moses' story.  Using Adam Hamilton's book, we will utilize historical information, archaeological data, and biblical text to follow in the footsteps of this reluctant prophet who grew in his relationship with God.

Men's Ministry:

Fall Session

 

LEADER:Johnny Boyd
DAY:Tuesdays - beginning Sept. 2
TIME:12 p.m.
LOCATION:AHUMC Parlor

This group was formed to offer men a regular opportunity for Bible study and fellowship. Each semester we choose a different book to study and discuss together.

 

This fall, we will study Soul Keeping: Caring for the Most Important Part of You. In an age of materialism and consumerism where many people try to buy their way to happiness, many souls are starved and unhealthy, unsatisfied by false promises of status and wealth. We've neglected this eternal part of ourselves, focusing instead on the temporal concerns of the world—and not without consequence. Together, we will: discover what the soul is, learn what it needs, and pursue the joy of restored souls.

 

Join Johnny Boyd for this weekly lunchtime dialogue. Bring your lunch or purchase one in the Atrium from Mission Bell.

Financial Peace

University

 

LEADER:Renee Kizziar
DAY:Wednesdays - beginning Sept. 3
TIME:6 p.m.
LOCATION:S107

If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t get in control of your money, you’re not alone.  You might even be surprised by how many people are struggling just like you.

 

Take control of your money with Financial Peace University. This nine-week study uses biblical wisdom and common sense to help you tackle budgeting, pay off debt, and make your money work for you!

 

Purchasing acces to FPU directly through their site costs $150 per person.  Through AHUMC's pricing and subsidy, however, we are able to offer this study for the discounted price of $55 per registrant.

Common Space @ 9:30:

a Sunday Morning Dialogue

 

LEADERS:Chris Estus, Darrell Smith
DAY:Sundays - beginning Sept. 7 
TIME:9:30 a.m.
LOCATION:S107

Join us in S107 (the handbell room) at 9:30 for a weekly dialogue and exploration of the biblical stories—both the ones you know and love and the ones that seem to confound and confuse. This is not a lecture or a book study.  There is no homework or assigned reading.  Through active and participatory conversation, we will get to know each other and learn together as we wrestle with the questions that exist on the tips of our tongues and in the depths of our hearts.

Common Space @ 11:

a Sunday Morning Dialogue

 

LEADER:Chris Estus, Reed McNitzky, Darrell Smith
DAY:Sundays - beginning Sept. 7
TIME:11 a.m.
LOCATION:W100-101

Join us in W100-101 (the seminar room) at 11 a.m. for a weekly dialogue and exploration of the biblical stories—both the ones you know and love and the ones that seem to confound and confuse. This is not a lecture or a book study.  There is no homework or assigned reading.  Through active and participatory conversation, we will get to know each other and learn together as we wrestle with the questions that exist on the tips of our tongues and in the depths of our hearts.

Women's Ministry:

Fall Session

 

LEADER:Priscilla MacDougall
DAY:Tuesdays - beginning Sept. 9
TIME:6 p.m.
LOCATION:AHUMC Parlor

This group was formed to offer women an opportunity for Bible study and community in an informal setting. Each semester we choose a different book to study and discuss together.

 

This fall, we will study How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith. Together, will learn to live and to respond according to our true beliefs and in ways that align with ourr best selves. We will explore the full range of decisive moments, from the most visible and dramatic (the decision to go), to the internal and personal (the decision to stay), to brave choices made with an eye toward the future (the decision to start), those born of suffering (the decision to accept that which we did not choose), and those that come unexpectedly (the decision to step up to the plate). 

 

Join Rev. Priscilla MacDougall in this safe space and ongoing dialogue.

Community Yoga:

Flow & Restore

 

LEADER:Dave Williams
DAY:Wednesdays - beginning Sept. 10 
TIME:6 p.m.
LOCATION:CLC

Whether you have practiced Yoga for years or are looking to try something new, join us for this free weekly hour with Yoga Alliance-licensed instructor, Dave Williams.

 

We will meet for 7 weeks in the CLC at AHUMC. The space is carpeted so please feel free to bring your own mat or towel and a water bottle.

 

Childcare is available by request.

Seasons Greetings: Christmas Letters

From Those Who Were There

 

LEADER:Janet Weatherston
DAY:Sundays - beginning Oct. 26
TIME:4 p.m.
LOCATION:E223

Join pastor Janet Weatherston for this journey of rediscovery as we explore the beloved Christmas story through the words of those who were there.

 

From King Herod to the Magi, the Innkeeper, the midwife—and even Jesus himself—hear the dramatic stories of the Bible characters forever changed by the birth that took place so long ago.

Whether you love Christmas or doubt the reason for the season, Season's Greetings has a perspective for you.  Come hear with new ears the transformational story that changes everything.

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THE NEW HAPPY on "Curiosity"

 

We think that the best thing we can do is have all of the answers.

But what would it look like if we were more interested in the questions?

 

Try using one of these phrases to tap into the curiousity and humility of the beginner's mind:
 

  • "I don't know. What do you think?"
  • "I value your insight and knowledge. Can you share more about that with me?"
  • "How are you feeling about this, right now?"
  • "I was thinking about [topic] and remembered it's something in which you are interested. Will you tell me a bit about it?"
  • "Do you have any suggestions for how I can learn more about that?"
  • "How would you approach this?"
  • "What was it like when [event] happened for you?"
  • "How can I help you?"

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