Religious Education for Adults

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Adult Religious Education takes many forms at St. John's. We have discussions, lectures, practice groups, book-based classes, adult forums, and even a film series! Most of our classes are either on Sundays or on Tuesday evenings. Some have childcare available for those who preregister. All of our classes are open to members, friends, and neighbors in the community. There is no charge to attend any of our classes, although some of the classes require books.

Classes are available during the year in the following five areas:

1, Unitarian Universalist History and Identity

II. Religion: Theology and Faith Development

III. Spiritual Practice

IV. Social Justice and Ethics

V. Community and Personal Growth

Sunday Adult Forums

Adult Forums are held before the church service, 10  - 10:45 a.m. in Krolfifer Hall, across from the sanctuary. We try to present a variety of viewpoints on topics of interest to the St. John's community. It is in our sharing together that we clarify what we believe and help others to do likewise. Members and friends who would like to present a forum are asked to contact Ethel Ingalls, Pamela Wilz, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

It is not necessary to attend all forums in the series. Come to any that interest you.

Last Forum until the fall

Sunday June 27 "Can We Change? Can UUism adapt to a changing society? - 

Despite efforts to broaden their appeal, UU churches are no more diverse today than they were 10 years ago. At the same time, American society is changing rapidly. Can we adapt to an increasingly multicultural society? As preparation for discussion, read the article on page 33 of your Spring 2010 copy of UUWorld, and the response by Rosemary Bray McNatt on page 39. All members of St. Johns should get a copy of the UUWorld. If you do not get the UUWorld a copy of the article can be obtained by contacting Ethel Ingalls or Pamela Wilz. Discussion facilitated by Martha McLeod.

NO FORUMS  DURING THE SUMMER. We'll resume in September.

 

No more Adult RE classes until the fall.

St. John's Bookstore

We have a variety of books from Skinner and Beacon Press available at significant discounts when the bookstore is open.
It will next be open at the registration time in the fall.

Adult Activities at St. John's

Our Tuesday Community Nights allow members and friends to attend  one of the classes offered, attend a Chalice Group (a form of small group ministry meeting monthly), attend a committee meeting or special one-night programs. Classes and groups are also held at other times during the week, but many enjoy the Tuesday nights when our building is "hopping" with activities.

There are many volunteer opportunities with the Adult Religious Exploration program.