Married Couples

CROSSROADS
9:35 – 10:45 a.m.
Room 205, Hansen Hall
CROSSroads a class designed for married couples in their late 30s and 40s with school-aged children. A place to share the joys and struggles of life; we will study and apply the word of God while intentionally building community and relationships. Combination of lecture and discussion facilitated by a team of teachers.  

DAWNTREADERS (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 217, Hansen Hall
Designed especially for couples in their 30's and 40’s (many of whom are parents of elementary-aged children). Class members enjoy a rich fellowship as they participate in a wide variety of activities together, including short-term small group studies, social get-togethers, group sports, and periodic work and mission trips.
Primary Teacher: James Warmack, Bible teacher

HEADWATERS (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 435, Stevens Hall 
Married couples in their 30's and late 20's. Many in the class are first-time parents with infants and toddlers. Our goal is to enhance Christ-centered marriages and to establish healthy families through practical application of Biblical teaching.
Primary Teacher: Randy Eims, Bible teacher

LIFEQUEST (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 433, Stevens Hall
A discussion-based, Bible-focused class where adults enjoy a sense of belonging and community as they wrestle together with the practical issues of living out their faith with their families in today's world. 
Primary Teachers:  Stuart Lark, Christopher Morton, Kim Lee, and Emad Yassa, Bible teachers

NEW HORIZONS (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 209, Hansen Hall
A supportive, friendly, biblically-based community focused on spiritual growth and relationship building.  Open to couples and individuals interested in greater understanding and support through life changing events such as divorce, marriage, illness or the loss of a spouse.  
Primary Teachers: Corat Moran, Bible teacher

NEW LIFE (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 030, Lower Level, Stevens Hall
Designed to respond to the needs of married couples (e.g., parenting teens and young adults!). Class members build supportive and lasting friendships through small group Bible studies, creative regular social events and periodic mission activities. 
Variety of interesting and interactive teachers.

Adults of All Ages

AMBASSADORS (9:35-10:45 a.m.)
Room 218, Hansen Hall
With a focus on in-depth, expository teaching of Scripture and on living out Jesus' command to "love one another as I have loved you," Bible study and fellowship are at the very center of this class.
Primary Teachers: John Conaway, George Sheffer and Bob Simpich, Bible teachers

BECOMERS (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 418, Cathedral Room, Hansen Hall
The four foundations of this class for both couples and singles are (1) verse-by-verse inductive study of the Bible, (2) support of God's world-wide mission via missionary couples, (3) caring prayer for one another's needs, and (4) warm, meaningful fellowship.
Primary Teacher: Don Wallace, public educator

THE BLEND (11:10 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.)
Room 205, Hansen Hall
The Blend is an intergenerational community designed to help those involved build friendships, study scripture and grow in Christ. Whether you are recently out of college, focused on career or retirement, just getting ready to have your first baby or anticipating the arrival of your first grandchild we'd love to connect with you.
Class leaders: Richard and Barbara Blankinship

CARING FOR THE SOUL (9:35-10:45 a.m.)
Room 210, Hansen Hall
Our purpose is to grow in spiritual formation - the process of being conformed to the image of Christ for the sake of others.  Join us for fellowship, facilitated study, and small group discussion based on Scripture and practice of the spiritual disciplines. Beginning September 11, our study will be based on Henri Nouwen’s Return of the Prodigal Son. 
Primary Teachers:  Steve Smith, Donovan Graham, and Rhea Patton

THE CONCERN/Pre-Boomers (8:20 - 9:20 a.m.)
Meeting Room, YMCA
Having pioneered singles ministry in Colorado Springs and nationally, The Concern continues to provide support and growth to Christian adults 55 and better. Class members enjoy seminars, varied social activities, local service and short-term mission trips together. 
Primary Teacher: Rick Yates, elder

KOINONIA (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 204, Hansen Hall
Koinonia, the Greek word for fellowship, welcomes both singles and couples of all ages and stages of the Christian life. We enjoy close relationships through fellowship and prayer. Discussion topics vary widely and are led by class members. A class participation format encourages growth as Christ Followers and involvement in the world-wide mission of the church.

PATHFINDERS (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Multi-purpose Room, YMCA
This lively and diverse class brings married and single adults of all ages together to form the largest Sunday School class at First Presbyterian. Weekday Bible study groups, support of several missionaries, fellowship, outreach activities, and projects in our local community form strong elements of the ministry. Click here to find out more.
Primary Teacher: Dr. John Stevens, Pastor Emeritus

REFLECTIONS (8:00 -9:20 a.m.)
Room 209, Hansen Hall
Focusing on intensive Bible study and personal application of God's truth to our lives, this class extends an invitation to singles and couples of all ages to join our discussion circle.
Teacher: Ray Wallander, elder

SERMON DISCUSSION COMMUNITY
9:35 a.m., Room 216, Hansen Hall
Have you ever wanted to reflect further on the sermon after the worship service ends?  Now you can!  If you want to dig deeper into the sermon you just heard and enjoy fellowship with others, this gathering is for you!  Various facilitators. 
Call 884-6140 with any questions.

WOMENCONNECT (9:35 - 10:45 a.m.)
Room 219, Hansen Hall
Designed specifically for women of all ages in various life circumstances, WomenConnect provides an opportunity to join others for excellent group Bible study and intergenerational, supportive relationships.
Primary Teacher: Marilyn Ehle, Bible teacher