New Sunday School Classes

Bridges Out of Poverty

Bridges Out of Poverty  by Ruby Payne, Philip DeVol, and Terie Dreussi Smith

Throughout the Old Testament and even at the start of the Church, God showed a special care for the poor.  For example, when Paul sought approval to spend his life ministering to the Gentiles he recorded this:   “and when {they} perceived the grace that was given to me, they gave the right hand of fellowship to Barnabas and me, that we should go to the Gentiles … 10 Only, they asked us to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do.” Galatians 2.

Today, in some urban settings like South Toledo, extreme poverty has become so generational that meaningful, disciple-making ministry must be approached with an almost cross-cultural understanding.  David & Kelly Kaiser will be presenting this 6-week course of comprehensive and systematic solutions so we might more compassionately invest the life-changing gospel in making authentic followers of Jesus.

Even if you are not able to physically participate in Western Avenue Ministries/Mosaic, Toledo Gospel Rescue Mission, or Water for Ishmael/American School for Women and Children, this course will change the way you pray and encourage those who are actively engaged in those ministries.  Please prayerfully consider participating in this 6-week class which will be led by David and Kelly Kaiser.

 

Restore My HeartRestore Heart by Denise Glenn

Explore God’s Word in this penetrating 6-week Bible Study about Christ’s love for YOU and His invitation to you!  Discover the passion of the Lord God for his people; how tenderly and compassionately you are loved, just as you are; and His desire to lavishly adorn you with His precious gifts.  Find out how these eternal truths are beautifully illustrated for today’s women in the ancient Jewish customs and wedding tradition.   Receive healing and restoration as you bring your hurting and wounded heart to the One who made the ultimate sacrifice for His bride, the Church.  Join the wedding celebration and learn how to have your heart restored to the function of its original design, transporting God’s love to you, through you, and to others.

This Ladies’ class will be led by Becky Borck and Cathy Buckenmeyer and begins Sunday, April 26.

 

Two New Precept Studies for Ladies

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2 Samuel & 1 Chronicles (the Life of David)

Watch a “man after God’s own heart” ascend to the throne, then descend into sin.  See how a covenant-keeping God turns a man from the worst sins to a victorious finish.

Starts Monday, April 20 (for 9 weeks)
7:00 – 8:30 pm
Cost – $18.00
Contact Lisa Wenzel if you are interested in joining the class.

 

 

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Daniel Chapters 1-6
Threatened by death, Daniel stuck to his guns and refused to adopt a pagan lifestyle.  His worldview had God at the center and he lived it out even under extreme pressure to change.  Learn to adopt a biblical worldview and adhere to it even when it’s not the norm.

Starts Thursday, April 30 (for 8 weeks)
12:30 – 2:30 pm
Cost $18.50
Contact Shelley Bloom if you are interested in joinng the class.