Adult Christian Education
The Village Chapel offers several opportunities for ongoing Adult Christian Education.
Strengthen your faith journeys with adult Christian learning and fellowship classes and bible studies. Congregation members are provided many options to further their Christian education. Groups meet at the nearby Care Cottage, Chapel Hall, Heritage Hall and members’ homes.
See a list of classes and studies that are currently available below.
Current Classes and Studies
Seminary Lecture Series
Join Pastor Ashley as we explore the History of Christianity. The class begins with a 30-minute video lecture by Professor Luke Timothy Johnson, Ph.D., followed by a 30-minute discussion of the subject matter. The class will meet on the third Wednesday of each month from 4:30-5:30 p.m. The next lecture is Wednesday, December 18, in Heritage Hall, and is entitled: “Monasticism as Radical Christianity.” The class is 36 lectures in all and will meet throughout 2023-2024 when possible. There is no cost or registration required and all are welcome!
Practicing the Way (of Jesus)
to spiritual formation that explores what it means to follow Jesus, not just in what we believe, but in how we live. It helps us learn the practices and rhythms of Jesus that create space for the Holy Spirit to transform us into people of depth and love. Join us on Tuesdays, December 3 and 10 from 4:30 p.m. -5:45 pm at the Care Cottage. For more information, or to register, contact Bonnie Jo and Steve Wurzbacher
The Bill Wetmore 9:30 Bible Study
Bill Wetmore’s Sunday Bible Study continues this Sunday with our study of Romans, using a book by Bill Wetmore, “Behold the Son of God” as our study guide. Books will be provided. Won’t you join us in the conference room by Pastor Ashley’s office.
The Al Mangum 10:45 Adult Sunday School Class
Join us each Sunday, 10:45 a.m. at the Care Cottage for Sunday School. We begin each class with prayer, followed by a video series, and then discussion lead by various members of The Village Chapel. For questions on the class or how you can get involved, please contact Greg Wetzelberger at 850-549-7806, John Rowerdink at 910-235-0644 or Bill Bremer at 910-690-4076.
Through The Bible
“Revelation in a Year” -On the first Wednesday of January, Greg Wetzelberger will lead the “Revelation in a Year” class. Join us on January 8 in Heritage Hall at 4:30 p.m.
Defending Your Faith
Pastor Trey and Ken Dickson lead a class on how to defend your Christian faith in a rapidly changing world. This course is designed to help you discuss your faith with friends and family, and how to defend it against common objections. Our next meeting will be Sunday, December 1, in Heritage Hall at 5:00 p.m. If you have any questions, please contact Pastor Trey
Tables of 8 Fellowship
Are you interested in connecting with church members in a small group setting? Join us for a monthly meal and the opportunity to make new friends. Your group is waiting for you! For questions or more information, email Julie Huggins
The Community Men’s Bible Study
We meet at The Care Cottage every Thursday from 4:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. Eddie Sanderlin, Ken Dickson, and Greg Wetzelberger will lead us in studying the Book of James. You can purchase your study guide at Amazon for $9.99. Search “The Book of James by John F. McArthur”. This edition has a blue cover.
Thursday Bradshaw Bible Study
Join us for a short study for Advent these Thursdays, December 12, December 19, and January 9 at 2:30 at the Care Cottage as we look at the birth of Jesus through a different lens with the help of J. Ellsworth Kalas’ book, Christmas from the Backside. Please contact Stan with any questions.