Adult Sunday School Classes
Adult Sunday School Classes meet in various classrooms around campus. Most classes meet from 9:45-10:45am with the exception of one class that meets from 11:00am-12:00pm in the Youth Building. Please contact Rev. Dr. Rick Nevard with any questions. We welcome you to visit any and all classes! All of our adult classes are open to men and women, with exception of the Women in the Word class.
Acts 29
Led by: Cheryl Long
Ages: 50’s-70’s, singles & couples
Meeting Location: A261
Using Right Now Media videos, this class is centered on Bible scripture with open discussion, which is freely voiced. They also devote time to discussing current events in relation to the Bible. This small and authentically welcoming community is known for homemade treats and for being a praying community.
Adult Couples & Singles
Led by: Alice Faxon & Julie Dent
Ages: 65+
Meeting Location: A267
This class is a caring community, led by class president, Alice Faxon. It is taught on a rotational basis and uses the lectionary as a teaching framework. Sundays are extra special in this class. Be sure to come closer to 9:30am as they start with a piano prelude while the class enjoys fellowship before the 9:45am start. As class begins, the announcements are given and followed by prayer and a lesson. With four teachers on rotation, there is a wide variety to lessons regarding both lecture and discussion. This class is available to join virtually through Zoom every week.
Cornerstone
Led by: Jeffrey Williams
Ages: 40’s-70’s
Meeting Location: A259
This class hosts people of all stages of life. Classes are lecture- style but class discussions and participation is highly encouraged. They are currently studying Mere Christianity by CS Lewis. In the past they have compared the books of Genesis and John and have studied the prophets. In general, they prefer lessons based on Scripture yet supplemented with videos and literature. This fun group is always up for a healthy discussion in theology.
Damren
Led by: Elizabeth Evans
Ages: 60’s-90+
Meeting Location: A268
This class is led by a gifted Bible teacher, Elizabeth Evans. She is a gifted teacher who brings life to her studies. While this community is serious about the Word, they are also serious about praying for one another and for keeping fellowship. They are currently studying the Gospel of Luke and plan to remain in the gospels through John and then will move into the Book of Acts.
The Navigators (11am class)
Led by: Kyle Jones
Ages: All ages, singles & couples
Meeting Location: E310, Youth Building
This class is led by worship leader, Kyle Jones and meets each Sunday after the Modern Worship Service in the Youth Building, room E310. This class is discussion-based versus curriculum-based with the goal of training members to talk comfortably about God and their faith with others. Each week they focus on three main questions – How did you see God this week? How did God speak to you through the scripture in today’s message? And, how did God speak to you through today’s sermon?
Open Door
Led by: Angie & Van Haywood
Ages: Middle to older adults, singles & couples
Meeting Location: A153
This class meets with an emphasis on Scripture and life application learning. Lessons are lecture style and often incorporate videos. Lessons focus on books of the Bible and Christian apologetics to give understanding to our faith. Often Van Haywood teaches lessons in conjunction with the sermon series that Pastor Scott is preaching.
Pairs and Spares
Led by: Lauren Williams & Walt Alexanderson
Ages: 60’s+
Meeting Location: A256
This class has about 90 members with Sunday attendance between 40 and 50 years. Most of them are between 60 and 75 years old. They use a diverse selection of materials and most classes are taught by members on a volunteer basis. They study Scriptures and often use Andy Stanley video series. Each December, they hold an auction to raise money for various mission projects and have raised over $14,000 in the past 5 years. Prayer concerns are taken each week and shared by email. Throughout the year they have parties and socials, and their ladies often enjoy retreats together.
Theology through Wesleyan Eyes
Led by: Carl Dowling
Ages: All ages, singles & couples
Meeting Location: A004, Ground Floor of Adult Education Building
Dates: 2/23/25 – 3/30/25*
This class will focus on the basic beliefs of Christianity and introduce you to the history and teachings of founder, John Wesley, as it relates to the doctrine of salvation and the relationship between grace, faith, and holiness of heart and life. In addition, we will look at the distinct doctrines of faith in the Global Methodist Church and help you discover your place at Trinity on the Hill.
*This class will be offered multiple times throughout the year
Truth, Grace & Faith
Led by: Doug Cates & Mark Phifer
Ages: Mid-20’s – 60’s, singles & couples
Meeting Location: B242, Choir Room
Originally started as a class for younger parents, this class broadened into a diverse class for singles and couples of varying ages. Truth, Grace, and Faith (TGF) offers a chance to grow spiritually as well as connect with others of the Trinity family. Doug and Mark bring a wealth of biblical knowledge, employing lecture and discussion into their teaching.
Women in the Word
Led by: Tracie Long & Kathy Cawley
Ages: 35-70, single & married women
Meeting Location: A161
This is a friendly and supportive group of women who love welcoming others into their community. They stay connected through a weekly email which shares prayer concerns and a group text where they share encouraging sermons and songs and stay updated throughout the week. They study and have discussions on different topics and scripture and are currently studying Hearing the Voice of God.
