Grow in Your Faith through Short-term Study

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Financial Peace University

Facilitator: Holly Lee

Jan 28, Feb 4, 11, 18, 25, Mar 4, 11, 18, 25, Apr 8, 15, 22, 29
Thursdays -- 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Rm. 2B - Bartula Family Life Center
Fee: $99 per person

This 13-week program is based on video presentations by nationally-syndicated radio personality and author Dave Ramsey. Ramsey teaches you how to communicate about money and equips you to beat debt and build wealth God's way.

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Encountering God through John's Gospel

Led by Rev. Marilyn Dickson  

Feb 16, 23, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Tuesdays -- 6:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Rm. 2C - Bartula Family Life Center

This seven week study is based on the encounters persons in John's gospel had with the Living Christ. We'll look at how their chanced meetings changed the direction of their spiritual understanding and in some cases the direction for life. A practical and experiential study of the scriptures and journey.

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What it Means to Be a United Methodist

Led by Rev. Fred Trevino and Frances Long (church historian) 

February 21, 28, March 7, 21
or April 11, 18, 25, May 2
Sundays -- 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Rm. 207 - Education Building
No fee.

Briefly explore the history, beliefs, worship, and organization of the United Methodist Church.  This class is ideal for newcomers seeking to know and understand more about the United Methodist church as well as life-long United Methodists who may desire a refresher.

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The Old Testament from 25,000 Feet

Led by Richard Crawford  

March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25
Sundays -- 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Rm. 2B - Bartula Family Life Center
No fee.

Many Christians overlook the importance of the Hebrew Scriptures in our faith journeys. Join this study of the narrative, poetry, history and prophecy of the scriptures that Jesus read.

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The Book of Job

Led by Dick Mussett

March 22, 29, April 12, 19, 26,May 3
Mondays -- 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Rm. 2F - Bartula Family Life Center
No fee.

Is suffering the central message of this book?  Come find out whether we must suffer like Job or can we read about his suffering, gain insight, and skip the personal trauma. We may learn to walk on the fray.

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Mighty Mom's Secrets to Raising Super Kids

Led by Beth Smith and Allyson George

Apr 1, 8, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27
Thursdays -- 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Rm. 205 - Education Building
Fee: $15, includes book Mighty Mom's Secrets for Raising Super Kids: Guildeline for the Adventure Called Parenting

Author Gwen Diaz says, "...motherhood is meant to be a blast...being able to enjoy and find fulfillment in motherhood is all a matter of understanding and accepting our true priorities and refocusing our efforts with a proper perspective." Through Mighty Moms, discover practical tips, unique insights, and sensible, easy-to-apply advice that will leave you both entertained and inspired. Learn, grow, develop friendships and search for God's intent for us as mothers in this interactive class.

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Invitation to the New Testament

Led by Ray Noah  

April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, 26
Wednesdays -- 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Rm. 209 - Education Center
Fee: $10

Study the stories of Jesus and the early Christian communities. Renew your own faith in Christ as you consider the impact of these stories on our faith today.

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COMMIT

Led by Dr. Terry Parsons  

April 11
Sunday -- 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Rm. 2C - Bartula Family Life Center
Fee: $40 per couple, includes the text Navigating the Intimacy Jungle

This seminar is designed to help couples have a faith-filled, intimate, lifetime marriage. Led by the developer of COMMIT, Dr. Terry Parsons, a licensed psychotherapist and United Methodist Minister who is also an active member of FUMCR. Lunch is provided. 

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I, II, III John

Led by Roger Fortney  

April 26, May 3, 10, 17
Mondays -- 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Rm. 203 - Education Building
No fee.

The Three Letters of John:  In this class, discover and study how John, in his later years, is passing on the faith that he learned at Jesus' feet.

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Parenting with Love and Logic

Led by Allyson George

April 11, 18, 25, May 2
Sundays -- 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Location t.b.d.
Fee: $60 per person, includes textbook and workbook

Parenting with Love and Logic provides simple and practical techniques for parenting so you can have less stress and more fun while raising responsible kids.  For parents of elementary age children. Explore how to raise more dependable children who know can handle adversity and choose success. Complimentary childcare by reservation on a first-come first-served basis. 972.996.0120

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A God of Certainty . . . or Risks?

Led by Ed Frantz  

May 16, 23, 30
Sundays -- 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Rm. 203 - Education Building
No fee.

The classical view of divine providence -- nothing happens, or can happen, without God's detailed foreknowledge, permission and control. Come learn about "open Theism" a bible based alternative to the classical view...an alternative favored by many mainline theologians and reflective lay persons.

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