Fall Sunday School – Starts Sunday, September 13th

FALL 2020 SUNDAY SCHOOL for Adults and Children

Dear church family,

Faced with the restrictions that we are now experiencing the Session has decided to take a different approach to Fall Sunday School beginning on September 13th. We wish to bring unity in our congregation in the doctrines that we believe. So, we have chosen to ask everyone, children and adults, to study the Westminster Shorter Catechism at home. So, please purchase at Amazon books the book, The Westminster Shorter Catechism for Study Classes written by G.I. Williamson for $8.95. Each chapter contains a short explanation to the question and answer for each week and has questions to be answered at the end of each chapter. Attached is a syllabus for everyone to use. We are asking the parents to teach their children at home. We believe that this will be a very rewarding exercise for all adults and children. Singles may want to study together. We encourage you to choose a regular time each Sunday for this exercise. It is designed, so that you should finish in an hour or less. We also encourage further discussion of the doctrines, when we meet with each other in various settings. If you have any questions, please ask a member of the Session for the answer.

On behalf of the Session,

Pastor Brian

Christian Education Classes Start on September 8

Christian Education Classes – Fall 2019

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

September 8 through November 24

Nursery (Through age 2): Children in the nursery will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God. Taught by MJ Stodghill and friends.

Preschool (Age 3–Kindergarten): Beginning Kids’ Quest Catechism Club. Using accounts from the Bible of God’s work in the world to help the children memorize answers to the questions of the First Catechism. Taught by Sam Kolli and friends.

Younger Elementary (Grades 1–4): Kids’ Quest Catechism Club. Using accounts from the Bible of God’s work in the world to help the children memorize answers to the questions of the First Catechism. Taught by Mike Santivasci and friends.

Older Elementary (Grades 5–8): What’s Up: help preteens and young teens understand why the gospel really is good news. Taught by Dawn Assadourian.

Youth Group (Grades 9-12): Worshipping God: This study will help your students become thoughtful, active participants in the worshiping community. Taught by Josh Kiihne and Matthew Root.

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

God, our Father (Old Testament): Seven units that tell the story of God’s creation, God’s covenant relationship with his people, and God’s promise to send a Savior. Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 Adult Education

How People Change: This course helps people to understand the underlying motivations for their actions and gives them specific, practical help in changing long-standing patterns of behavior, so they grow in love for God and others. Taught by Jim & Linda Neice

 Exploring Crossroads: A review of the basics of the Christian faith and an introduction to Crossroads. Taught by Pastor Sampson.

Christian Education Classes – Spring 2019

Christian Education – Spring 2019

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

April 7 through June 23

 

Nursery: Children in the nursery will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God. Taught by Heidi Wethered and friends.

Younger Elementary (Grades K–3): Being God’s servant. Using stories from the Old and New Testament, children will study the lives of Bible men and women who served God faithfully. Taught by Daniel Root and Marcus Huggins.

Older Elementary (Grades 4–8): 1 Corinthians to Philemon: preteens and young teens will study the growth of the early church and the doctrines of our faith. Taught by Missy Detwiler.

Youth Group (Grades 9-12): An overview of the Book of Revelation. Taught by Josh Kiihne.

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

Choose Courage: Following God is not for the faint of heart! In this study, we will discover what it meant for Joshua and Caleb to follow God’s command to “be strong and courageous.” We will also explore what it might mean for us to choose courage as we choose to follow God’s lead. Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 Adult Education

God’s Design for Sexuality in a Changing Culture (ends 5/12): Helping churches think and talk through the orthodox, historical, and scriptural views on sex, sexuality, and gender in light of the impact of our secular culture’s viewpoints. Taught by the Elders

 

Christian Education Classes – Fall 2018

Christian Education – Fall 2018

Nursery: Children in the nursery will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God. Taught by Heidi Wethered and friends.

Preschool – Grade 1: Preschoolers will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God.

Younger Elementary (Grades 2–4): By studying prophets and kings from the Old Testament, we will explore their lives and learn what it means to obey God. Taught by John Stolnis.

Older Elementary (Grades 5–8): Matthew to John: preteens and young teens will study all four Gospels in a way they never have before. Taught by Andrew and Missy Detwiler.

Youth Group (Grades 9-12): What is the church? Why are there problems in the church? Do students need the church? Do any of us? Believers often think that the only thing that matters is a one-on-one relationship with God, alone and in private. But what does God think? Taught by Josh Kiihne.

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

Pray.!?: Looking for a fresh perspective, new tools, and inspiration for your conversations with God? This unit on prayer will invite you into new ways and reasons to “pray continually.” Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 Adult Education

 The Pursuit of Our Co-Mission: Explore the decisive moments in the church which can better inform our decisions today. Examine the ups and downs of the church in carrying out The Great Commission. Taught by Chuck Assadourian

Christian Education Classes Start April 8

Our new Christian Education Classes start this Sunday!

Christian Education – Spring 2018

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

April 8 through May 27

 

Nursery: Children in the nursery will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God. Taught by multiple teachers.

Preschool (Ages 3–5): Preschoolers will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God.

Younger Elementary (Grades 1–3): Younger elementary will learn who Jesus is, that he is alive, and how to trust God. Taught by John Stolnis.

Older Elementary (Grades 4–6): Older elementary will study Old Testament books of 1 Samuel to Esther. Taught by Amy Stolnis.

Youth Group (Grades 7-12): What is the church? Why are there problems in the church? Do students need the church? Do any of us? Believers often think that the only thing that matters is a one-on-one relationship with God, alone and in private. But what does God think? Taught by Chuck Assadourian.

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

Pray.!?: Looking for a fresh perspective, new tools, and inspiration for your conversations with God? This unit on prayer will invite you into new ways and reasons to “pray continually.” Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 Adult Education

 Apologetics: So what is Christian apologetics? While evangelism explains the truth of the Gospel in who Jesus is, what sin is, and how to be saved from eternal death, apologetics defends the truthfulness and reliability of those claims, and provides a critique against false claims. Christian apologetics is defensive, defending the truthfulness and reliability of Scripture, and offensive, attacking false teaching and unbiblical worldviews.

Christian Education Classes Start January 14

Christian Education – Winter 2017-18

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

January 14 through March 24

Nursery: Children in the nursery will learn that the Bible is true and Jesus loves us. Taught by multiple teachers.

Preschool (Ages 3–5): Preschoolers will learn that the Bible is true and Jesus loves us. Taught by Kristi and Fritz Thornton.

Younger Elementary (Grades 1–3): Younger elementary will learn that the Bible is true and Jesus loves us. Taught by Amy and John Stolnis.

Older Elementary (Grades 4–6): Older elementary will study Old Testament books of the Law and History—Exodus to Ruth. Taught by TBD.

Youth Group (Grades 7-12): Explore personality, gifts, and callings with the goal to more fully appreciate how to integrate into the church body, serve the church and community, and advance God’s spiritual kingdom. Taught by Chuck Assadourian.

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

Living with Pain: This series helps us examine those more difficult times, and offers comfort and hope through biblical perspectives. Each day may bring new challenges, but sharing life’s burdens as a group and finding hope in God’s word is what Living with Pain is all about. Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 Adult Education

 Praying with Paul: Walk through the Epistles to see what Paul taught in his “school of prayer” – the priorities of prayer, a God-centered framework for prayer, and practices for a more meaningful and dynamic prayer life – through a short video presentation and discussion. Taught by the Elders.

Christian Education Classes – Fall 2017

Christian Education – Fall 2017

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

September 3 through November 26

 

Preschool (Ages 3–5): Preschoolers will focus on God’s plan for families, David, and Elisha and Elijah. Taught by Kristi and Fritz Thornton.

Younger Elementary (Grades 1–3): Younger elementary will focus on God’s design for families. Taught by Amy and John Stolnis.

Older Elementary (Grades 4–6): Older elementary will study Genesis, The Book of Beginnings. Taught by Maria Dunn.

Youth Group (Grades 7-12): Youth will attend Evangelism Explosion

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

 

Choose Courage: Those with disabilities will be learning the Spirit-enabled courage of Joshua and Caleb. Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 

Adult Education

 

Exploring Crossroads: What is Crossroads all about? Come learn the basics of how our faith and practice are rooted in the glory of the triune God’s free grace received through faith in Jesus Christ as illuminated in the sacred pages of Scripture. This class is required for all seeking membership. Taught by Pastor Don Sampson.

 

Evangelism Explosion: Ever been in a situation where you had the chance to share your faith, yet fumbled through presenting some aspects of the Gospel? Learn to share your faith with confidence and in turn share your faith those around you. If you are not familiar with Evangelism Explosion, visit www.eeinternational.org to read more in depth. covenant now and forever. Taught by George Roller and other EE Trained Members.

Summer Schedule 2017

Starting on June 4, 2017 our Worship Service will be held at 10:30a.m. for the Summer.

Our Christian Education classes will also take a break, and will resume in the Fall..

Christian Education Classes – Fall 2016

Christian Education – Fall 2016

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

September 4 – November 27

 

Babies, Toddlers & Moms (Moms with children Ages 2 & under) Bible study for moms with children 2 & under. Led by Michelle Kessler

Preschool (Ages 3–4) In this quarter, children will learn of God’s promises of redemption, blessing, faithfulness, deliverance, and a Savior. Taught by Kristi Thornton

Younger Elementary (Grades K–3) This quarter will focus on growing in God: learning about Our Heavenly Father, trusting God for power to live for Him, and Listening to God’s word. Taught by Elena Mourad

Older Elementary (Grades 4–6) This quarter will cover 1 Samuel through Esther, focusing on the history of Israel’s prophets, priests, and kings and the people’s subsequent exile and return to the Promised Land. Taught by Maria Dunn

Youth Group (Grades 7 – 12) The Youth will explore apologetics this quarter with the goal to “develop accurately informed minds, artful methods, and an attractive manner that makes us high-impact ambassadors for Christ.” Taught by Josh Kiihne

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

Those of all ages with intellectual disabilities will study together from the Scriptures. Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one mentor for each student.

 

Adult Education

Behold Your God: Rethinking God Biblically This class is designed to help bring us into contact with our God as He is described in the Scriptures. Each week there will be a video and discussion focused on one aspect of beholding our God. Taught by the Elders

 Christian Teens at Risk: A Parent’s Guide to Help Teens Think Biblically About Gender Confusion Taught by Gary Yagel

Christian Education Classes – Spring 2016

Christian Education – Spring 2016

Sundays from 11:15 – 12:15

April 3 – May 29

Communicants Class: Parents, is your child ready to become a communicant member of Crossroads and join in celebrating the Lord’s Supper? This class will explore the basic beliefs of Christianity but will focus on the meaning of the sacrament of the Lord’s Supper. Supplemental teaching materials will be available for parents, as necessary. Classes will be taught at the 4th-5th grade level, but children of all ages are welcome. Some homework will be required. Taught by Pastor Sampson.

Preschool (Ages 2–4) In the Spring 1 quarter children will find out about Jesus’ love for his people, his death and resurrection, his ascension, the promised Holy Spirit, and the Lord’s return one day. Taught by Robert Mourad

Younger Elementary (Grades K–3) This quarter will focus on what it means to become devoted to God’s Word. Using stories and passages from both the Old and New Testaments. Taught by Catherine Root

Older Elementary (Grades 4–6) This quarter 1 Samuel through the book of Esther is studied, focusing on the history of Israel’s prophets, priests, and kings and the people’s subsequent exile and return to the Promised Land. Taught by Maria Dunn

Youth Group (Grades 7 – 12) Topic TBD Taught by Josh Kiihne

Friendship Class (Special Needs Education)

 

Those of all ages with intellectual disabilities will study together from the Scriptures. Taught by Peggy Van Lowe and one adult/teen mentor for each student.

 

Adult Education

 

The Mission of God’s People The Germans are coming! The Russians are coming! Why? Because God has a mission and therefore his people do too. Come learn about how God’s purposes orient Christ’s people into the world Taught by Fritz Thornton