Studies & Small Groups
Long-Term Studies
There are currently no long-term studies listed for registration.
Short-Term Studies
Wesley for Armchair Theologians WEDNESDAY PM - A 6-week study. The book by William J. Abraham is an engaging an challenging account of John Wesley’s theology in a deceptively light-hearted style. The book covers Wesley’s thoughts on creation, original sin, works, justification, regeneration and sanctification. Each session is 1 hour. Wednesdays 6 PM, leader Andy Wolfe. Cost: $12. Begins Jan. 25.
Mere Christianity THURSDAY AM - Do you ever find yourself at a loss for words in making a basic defense of your faith? Lewis leads you in a way that causes you to be a thinking Christian. Each session is 1.5 hours. This class is a 12-week study. Thursdays 9:15 AM, leader George Parr. Cost: $12. Begins Jan. 26.
Mere Christianity WEDNESDAY PM - Do you ever find yourself at a loss for words in making a basic defense of your faith? Lewis leads you in a way that causes you to be a thinking Christian. Each session is 1.5 hours. This class is an 8-week study. Wednesdays 6 PM, leader Mack ChapmanCost: $12. Begins Jan. 25.
Staying In Love WEDNESDAY PM - A 4-week course for couples about how falling in love is easy, but staying there - that is something else entirely. Is it possible for two people to fall in low and actually stay there? Stanley says it is absolutely possible if you treat love like a verb instead of a noun. Each session is 1 hour. Wednesdays 6 PM, leaders Bill & Rhonda Rush. Cost: $9. Begins Jan. 25.
Staying In Love SUNDAY PM - A 4-week course for couples about how falling in love is easy, but staying there - that is something else entirely. Is it possible for two people to fall in low and actually stay there? Adam Stanley says it is absolutely possible if you treat love like a verb instead of a noun. Each session is 1 hour. Sundays 6 PM, leaders Guy & Phella Patterson. Cost: $9. Begins Jan. 22.
Max Lucado’s John 3:16 THURSDAY AM - In this 7-week class, you will be taking a word-by-word study of the passage Lucado calls the “Hope Diamond” of scripture (a twenty-six word parade of hope: beginning with God, ending with life, and urging us to do the same). The heart of the problem is the heart of the human, and God’s treatment is prescribed in John 3:16. Each session is 1.5 hours. Thursdays 9:15 AM, leader Nancy Ferren. Cost: $14. Begins Jan. 26.
Parenting Your Elementary and Middle School Child WEDNESDAY PM - This 4-week study will be a dialogue led class where parents will have input on issues they want to discuss. Each week, there will be a general session followed by breakout sessions with one group focusing on issues parents and children in elementary school face and one for middle school. Each session is 1 hour. Wednesdays 6 PM, leaders Donna Johnson (6th grade teacher) and Theresa McKibben (elementary teacher). Begins February 29.
Max Lucado’s John 3:16 SUNDAY PM - In this 7-week class, you will be taking a word-by-word study of the passage Lucado calls the “Hope Diamond” of scripture (a twenty-six word parade of hope: beginning with God, ending with life, and urging us to do the same). The heart of the problem is the heart of the human, and God’s treatment is prescribed in John 3:16. Each session is 1.5 hours. Sundays 6 PMCost: $14. Begins Jan. 22.
Max Lucado’s John 3:16 WEDNESDAY PM - In this 7-week class, you will be taking a word-by-word study of the passage Lucado calls the “Hope Diamond” of scripture (a twenty-six word parade of hope: beginning with God, ending with life, and urging us to do the same). The heart of the problem is the heart of the human, and God’s treatment is prescribed in John 3:16. Each session is 1.5 hours. Wednesdays 6 PM. Cost: $14. Begins Jan. 25.
Beth Moore’s James…Mercy Triumphs THURSDAY AM - This 8-week study examines the man and the book and concepts such as joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for the rich and poor, wisdom, etc. The study introduces Moore’s new five-tiered study approach with increasing levels of commitment from which participants can choose how deep they would like to go. Each session is 2 hours. Thursdays 9:15 AM, leader Susan Rohrer. Cost: $15. Begins Jan. 26.
Max Lucado’s John 3:16 SUNDAY AM - In this 7-week class, you will be taking a word-by-word study of the passage Lucado calls the “Hope Diamond” of scripture (a twenty-six word parade of hope: beginning with God, ending with life, and urging us to do the same). The heart of the problem is the heart of the human, and God’s treatment is prescribed in John 3:16. Each session is 1.5 hours. Sundays 10 AM, leader Bobby Scales.Cost: $14. Begins Jan. 22.
Beth Moore’s James…Mercy Triumphs WEDNESDAY PM - This 8-week study examines the man and the book and concepts such as joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for the rich and poor, wisdom, etc. The study introduces Moore’s new five-tiered study approach with increasing levels of commitment from which participants can choose how deep they would like to go. Each session is 2 hours. Wednesdays 6 PM, leader Lisa Hapgood. Cost: $15. Begins Jan. 25.
Creating a Spending Plan & Eliminating Debt WEDNESDAY PM - This 4-week class will dedicate two weeks to each topic. In less than two hours, you’ll be ready to start and continue a personalized plan for your finances, and in two hours, you will create a plan to attack your debt and be free from the cycle of debt dependence. Each session is 1 hour. Wednesdays 6 PM, leader Catherine Brown. Cost: $20 per person or couple. Begins Jan. 25.
Bible Basics WEDNESDAY PM - This 6-week course is built around the book Get Acquainted with Your Bible by Ball-Kilbourne and will include two pastor-led talks. Each session is 1.5 hours. Wednesdays 6 PM, leader Shannon Stevens. Cost: $8. Begins Jan. 25.
Other Studies
Intro to Methodism
Whether you are considering membership, are new to the United Methodist traditions, or simply want a refresher, we encourage you to attend this class. Sundays 10 AM. This 3-week class, led by Dr. Andrew Wolfe, begins April 15. Each session is a 1-hour stand-alone class, and covers the history, beliefs, and practices of the United Methodist Church.
STRENGTHSFINDER
Trinity uses Gallup’s StrengthsFinder tool to help members identify their God-given strengths. Research shows that when people are allowed to do the things they do best, they are more engaged and fulfilled. The Strengths class helps you get to know your own strengths and identify the strengths of those around you. Whether you want to better understand your relationships at home or at the office, find fulfillment at work, or find the right ministry to Connect to at Trinity, you are sure to enjoy this course. This is a 6 weeks course, starting Wednesday, January 25th, childcare available, Book costs $14. Register online or contact Karen Smith for more details.