Adult Classes and Programs
Sunday School for Adults
BIBLE EXPLORATION - September 16 - October 18 Learning Center
(Education Building, 2nd floor)
Led by Beth Poe
Bible Exploration Class will be studying Esther and Ruth in the Interpretation Bible Studies Series this fall.
THE FIVE LANGUAGES OF LOVE by Gary Chapman - September 16 - October 7
Land Building, left parlor
Learn how to speak each of the five love languages with your children - and fill their love tanks! This class is for parents of all ages to help with discerning how best to give your children the love and attention that they need. Learning to speak a child’s love language communicates your love in ways they'll understand right from the start. Unconditional love is something all children can grasp. And The Five Love Languages of Children can help you make your child feel secure, loved and more willing and open to interact with you and your family.
MERE CHRISTIANITY by C. S. Lewis - Presented by Stuart Peck
September 16 - October 7 - Land Building, right parlor
"All that we call human history--money, poverty, ambition, war, prostitution, classes, empires, slavery--[is] the long terrible story of man trying to find something other than God which will make him happy."
Join us in a study of Lewis’ classic book, which is divided into four major sections. The first, "Right and Wrong as a Clue to the Meaning of the Universe", presents a version of the moral argument for the existence of God. The second section, "What Christians Believe", explains the basics of Christian theology. The third, "Christian Behavior", is a series of essays on various aspects of Christian life. And the final section, "Beyond Personality", delves into the doctrines of the atonement and the Trinity.
WHEELING AND DEALING: SELF-MANAGEMENT AND STRAIGHT TALK
Presenters are J. Chris Barrilleaux, MA, MSW, LCSW and Germaine B. Vorhoff, CPA
October 14 - November 18 - Meeting in the double parlor of the Land Building.
Whether in business or at home, many of us could polish up our listening and speaking skills. Come learn and practice a clinically tested communication tool. See the website, www.comskills.com, for more information. There will be some homework. Attendance at all sessions is recommended. Materials will be provided, so please sign up by calling the front office or send an e-mail to events@scpac.org by October 7.
Both Chris and Germaine studied this methodology with the program designers, and both have training in mediation. Chris holds master degrees in social work, psychologcal counseling and theology. He assists clients in relationship counseling (family, marital, and other couple counseling), post-traumatic issues, mental health & addiction issues, family-business assessment, education & intervention and team building & organizational development. A member of our church, Germaine earned her degree of Master in Accounting at Rice University and has trained in neurolinguistic programming through the instructor level. She uses these skills as a tax planner for businesses and individuals and as a bankruptcy trustee, court-appointed conservator, or financial expert for collaborative divorces, as well as in her roles as mother of five former teenagers, friend, sibling, daughter and wife.
SACRED SPACES - presented by several architects in the congregation
October 4 - November 18 - Land Building, parlor
Several architects in the church will explore the relationship between church architecture and the worship of God. The class will take up architectural styles from Gothic to Modern and consider the “why’s” and “what’s” of church design. The aim is to enrich your experience of worship.
PRESBYTERIAN 101 - presented by Don Frampton
HISTORICAL TOUR OF ST. CHARLES presented by John Geiser
Once a month, on alternating months – watch your bulletin for dates - Chapel
Once a month from September to May we will offer alternating classes that will help us better understand our history as a Presbyterian people and as a congregation.
SERIOUS ANSWERS TO HARD QUESTIONS - October 14 through mid-December
Teachers: Larry Hamric and John Dunlap
This class will entail the viewing of ten videos, each depicting a different theologian responding to serious questions of faith. Following each video, the class will engage in discussion questions. The issues include evil, resurrection, forgiveness, and tolerance. The theologians include English Bishop N. T. Wright, L. Gregory Jones who is the head of Duke Divinity school, John Polkinghorne who is a physicist as well as a theologian, and others from theological institutions such as Vanderbilt Divinity School and Perkins School of Theology at SMU.
Presbyterian Women
Presbyterian Women are committed to nurturing our faith through prayer and Bible study, to supporting the mission of the church worldwide, and to building an inclusive, caring community of women. We invite all women to join us for our monthly Bible studies and other events throughout the year.
MONTHLY BIBLE STUDY - All women of the church are welcome to gather with us for either of our monthly Bible studies, usually convening the second week of the month. Our lesson book this year is entitled Above and Beyond: Hearing God's Call in Jonah and Ruth. These books will be available for purchase ($12/each) at the Bible Studies themselves or in the church office.
Bible Studies meet: Mondays at Noon over lunch in Fellowship Hall and Tuesdays at 5:45 p.m. over refreshments at a member’s home.
AN EVENING OF SIMPLE ELEGANCE is a special party held each fall in which women gather for a beautiful dinner at a member’s home, view magnificent tablescapes, and come away with creative entertaining ideas. It is an opportunity not only for fun and fellowship, but to welcome new members and introduce them to the people and projects of Presbyterian Women. This year’s dinner takes place on Tuesday, October 9 at the home of Janet Bean, 6025 Garfield Street.
PW ANNUAL RETREAT takes place on Monday-Tuesday, November 12-13 (with an optional preview night on Sunday, November 11) at the Solomon Conference Center in Robert, Louisiana. We will be led this year by our Associate Pastor Kelly Hostetler, whose topic is “Close Encounters: Connecting with God and Each Other in Our Daily Lives”. To download a registration form, click here.
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Breakfast Groups
CBD Breakfast Group
Led by John Morton Jr., Bob Weaver, Burt Carnahan, Dave Grissett, Ted Precther, Ed Hess and Larry Hamric. our group meets Wednesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. at Steve’s Diner, 828 Gravier Street. Our goal this fall is to explore various religious movements in America, everything from the Amish to the Christian Scientists, using Williston Walker’s book A History of the Christian Church as our guide.
Morning Breakfast Association (MBA)
Meets every Thursday at 7:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall Alcove for faith study and prayer.
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Young Adults
Our 20/30 Young Adults Group for 20- and 30-something meets 6-8 times a year for social events, "Faith Forward" discussion nights and service projects. Most events take place on Thursday evenings. Guests are always welcome!
Join us for our next event at the side garden of the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles Avenue) on Thursday, September 13 at 6:00 P.M.! We will enjoy a little happy hour with our fellos 20/30's and learn about this year's event line-up.
Click here to view photos from our recent events!
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Youth Ministry (Junior and Senior Highs)
SUNDAY MORNINGS: Our youth are invited to join us in the Youth Room on the third floor. Learn more about our intriguing class line-up for the Fall!
• Presbyterian 101 - We will start the year with a class that will explain some for the traditions and rituals that our church celebrates.
• Joan of Arcadia - Following the Presbyterian 101 course, we will look at the television series “Joan of Arcadia" and discuss some of the modern day questions it poses about God.
• Advent Program - We will end the semester with an Advent Program that will include community service.
SUNDAY NIGHTS: Junior and Senior High Youth Groups meet from 6:00-7:30 p.m. each Sunday for fun, faith-based activities including game nights, lock-ins, outings on the town, service projects, special worship services, and programs by speakers from the community.
Weekend Retreats are planned each year at nearby country/beach houses as a chance to hang out together in the great outdoors and try out new faith experiences.
Youth Sunday is a special event held each year in which Sunday morning worship is led entirely by our youth. Together, they compose sermons, prepare an affirmation of faith, rehearse the reading of scripture and prayers, and perform a message to the children as well.
CONFIRMATION CLASSES are held each spring for eighth graders preparing to confirm their baptismal vows to the church. Classes are led by our Youth Director and pastoral staff.
MONTREAT YOUTH CONFERENCE
Each summer, a group of rising ninth graders through college freshmen from St. Charles travel to the beautiful mountain country of North Carolina to attend the Montreat Youth Conference. Through small group discussions, social events, outdoor recreation, unique worship experiences and service projects, youth leave this conference empowered, encouraged, and encircled by new friends.
The theme of the 2008 conference will be “Throw Open Your Doors!” Be watching the bulletin and The View for dates and registration information!
To learn more about our youth program, contact Youth Director Ellen Shields
at ellen@scapc.org or 897-0101, x19. CLICK HERE TO LINK TO OUR YOUTH PAGE.
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Children’s Sunday School
The Challenger Class (for Grades 4-5)
We are excited to launch our new Sunday School class just for 4th and 5th graders this fall. The Challenger Class will offer Bible Study along with community service and computer studies. We will be meeting in Room 208 on Sundays at 9:15 a.m.
SAVE THE DATE!! A special weekend retreat ifor Challengers is scheduled for October 19 - 21 at Ticfaw State Park. Our theme will be "Being a Christian Character". We will enjoy outdoor fun while learning more about God's word. More information will be sent out soon so keep that weekend free!!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE RETREAT REGISTRATION FORM.
Bible Adventures (for Grades K-3)
The goal of our Bible Adventures Rotation Model Church School is to stimulate and educate in new ways. Students in grades Kindergarten through 3 will learn about Noah's Ark, Abraham, the Messenger of the New Covenant, and the Good Samaritan.
This year’s Bible Adventures rotations will include:
"Our Daily Bread" - a cooking class
"Character Builders" - a drama production
"Carpenter's Workshop" - for arts and crafts
"Keyboard Kingdom" - a computer rotation
"Faith Today" - relating the story to our lives today
Each week we will be working on Bible verses, faith focuses and stories. Children will be rewarded with "Bible Bucks" for participation, memorizing Bible verses and bringing friends to church. Bible Bucks can be redeemed for prizes at the end of each rotation on Shepherd's Sunday at the Redemption Center. Check out the displays posted at both State Street entrances to the church each Sunday morning at 9:15 a.m. to find out which rotation your class will venture to that morning.
Sunday School for Our Youngest (Age 3 – Pre-K)
Our Pre-Kindergartners and three/four year olds will enjoy traditional Sunday School learning environments, centering on Bible stories and parables. The Pre-K class will meet in Room 100; and the three/four-year olds will meet in Room 102.\
Nursery Care
Nursery care is offered for children under the age of three every Sunday morning during worship services and church school, on Wednesday nights, and for other special events throughout the year. Our fully equipped crib nursery, play room, and yard create a safe and enriching environment for your little ones, and our experienced sitting staff is attentive to all of your child’s needs.
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Wednesday Night Out
Suppers
Wednesday Night Supper is held weekly at 5:30 p.m. in Fellowship Hall and is
open to the congregation. The cost is $8 for adults and $5 for children under 12.
To make your reservation, call 897-0101 x10.
Special speakers and events
We are excited to welcome leaders from our own community and abroad to join us for supper on Wednesday nights and speak to us about the city, mission endeavors, politics, and faith issues. Watch your bulletin for details. Some presenters will speak directly following our meal, and others will speak during supper in order to accomodate our new Adult Study Series.
Special nights this fall are:
September 26 - Dr. Sue Makin, Missionary to Malawi
October 3 - Ted Jackson, Times Picayune Photographer
December 5 - Covenant Krewe Christmas Play
Adult Study Series
This fall, we introduce a new Wednesday night study series led by our pastors. Participants will be refreshed and challenged by scripture in the short hour following dinner together.
The first study series will explore the book “The Bible Jesus Read” by Philip Yancey. It is not necessary to read the book to engage in this rich and exciting return to scripture study. In this class, we will seek to answer central human questions--Do I matter? Does God care? Why doesn't God act?--from careful review of the Old Testament, the Hebrew scripture of Jesus’ day.
Fall class dates are:
September 12, 19, 26
October 10, 17, 24
November 7, 14, 28
Covenant Krewe is a ministry of Christian Education offered on Wednesday afternoons to children in Kindergarten-5th Grade.
Covenant Krewe is offered free of charge. All meals, supplies and resources for children are provided by the church, however children must be enrolled to attend. For enrollment details, contact Michele Murphy, Director of Christian Education, at 897-0101 x16 or michele@scapc.org.
Wednesday Afternoon Schedule:
3:45 - 5:00 p.m. Bible Study, Fun Activities, Snack, Recreation, Community Service
5:00 - 5:45 p.m. Rehearsal for Children’s Choirs I & II
5:45 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. Family Dinner
Family members may join Covenant Krewe children for dinner by reservation (897-0101 x10 or events@scapc.org). The cost for dinner is $8/adults and $12/children under 12 (not enrolled in Covenant Krewe) with a family maximum of $20.
Covenant Krewe 2007-2008 calendar:
FALL: September 12 - December 5 (holidays on October 31 and November 21)
WINTER: January 9 - January 23
SPRING: February 13 - April 16 (holiday on March 26)
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For the Whole Family
Match Made in Heaven Golf Tournament
Sunday, October 28, 2007
Audubon Golf Course
Wine Tasting Party
Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 7:00 p.m.
Land Building
Release of the 2007 Nouveau Beaujolais!
Christmas Caroling Party
Sunday, December 9, 2007 at 5:00 p.m.
by motor coach, followed by supper at the Land Building
Iris Parade Party
Saturday, February 2, 2008
BBQ Cook-Off
Saturday, May 3, 2008 - Land Building Lawn
Night at the Ballpark
August 2008 at Zephyr Field
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