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Two of the goals we have set as a church for the next year is growth in Biblical literacy and intentional faith development. We are invited to grow in our knowledge of the Holy Scripture so that we will grow in our relationship with God. The Academy of Discipleship is our collective effort to use the Sabbath as a day to learn and grow in fellowship with each other and with God. Please prayerfully consider embarking on a journey toward greater faith.
Disciple I: Becoming Disciples Through Bible Study
This 34 week study is an introduction course to the Bible and will provide you with an overview of the entire Bible and the tools you need to read the Bible on your own. ($35)
Disciple II: Into the World: Genesis, Exodus, Luke and Acts
Following DISCIPLE I, this 34 week study offers a more in depth look at 4 specific books of the Bible. ($35)
Disciple III: Remember Who you Are: The Prophets and the Writings of Paul
Following DISCIPLE I, this 34 week study offers an in depth look at two significant sections of scripture. ($35)
Christian Believer: A study of theology and doctrine
This 30 week study of the classical doctrines of the Christian faith aims at presenting, explaining, and interpreting Christian doctrine as the basic teaching of the church to the end that informed believing leads to committed discipleship. ($40)
Short-term Disciple: Invitation to John (August 15-October 24)
The invitation from Christ is: “Come and see, Follow me.” Reading just two chapters of John a week, you will discover the life altering stories that will invite you to follow Christ as true disciples. ($15)
Short-term Disciple: Invitation to Genesis (September 12-November 28)
This study takes groups into the rich tapestry of Genesis exploring the interaction between God and very human people - pride, family relationships, conflict and journey all showcase the best known stories of Creation, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob and Rebekah and Joseph. ($15)
Short-term Disciple: Invitation of the Psalms (September 26-December 12)
Make a deeper connection to the world of the Psalms so that these well-known scriptures can help you give voice to all aspects of our human experience---joy, faith, uncertainty and sorrow. Ideal experience for adults who are interested in the practice of prayer and worship and would like to connect prayer practice with Scripture. ($15)
Financial Peace
These 13 weeks will help you get control of your income and the spending of it, give you great advise on sticking to a budget, insurance, real estate, reducing debt, buying bargains, and investing. The average family reduces their debt by $5,300 and saves $2,700 during the 13 weeks of this course. We have had over 120 people from Mt. Zion (and 50 from the community) go thru this course; find one and ask what they think! Learn how to handle God’s money, God’s way! The cost of this course is $100 per couple for materials and supplies.
Here and Now...There and Then by Beth Moore is a lecture series on the book of Revelation.
Beth presents many points of view, allowing women to decide for themselves when the interpretation varies among scholars. She teaches that God is as specific about what He does reveal as He is about what He does not reveal. ($10)
Taking Care of the Care Taker
A 6 week class on how to care for yourself as you take care of aging loved ones, children, spouses or both.
Making Love Last a Lifetime by Adam Hamilton
A 8 week marriage class for couples in any stage of marriage who want to grow in their relationship. ($10)
A Sunday night of fun and learning!!! We will have life application Bible lessons, mission activities, and games. 1st thru 3rd grades will be in one group and 4th-5th will be in another group. Each group will have dinner and open gym time as well. Plan on joining us for a night of fun before the busy week of school starts again!!! Hang out with friends and learn God’s word at Mt. Zion’s Academy on Sunday nights.
**Please note that the Children’s Academy is a volunteer run program and needs parents to volunteer. If your child is a participant in the program, you, as a parent will be placed on a rotation for volunteering.
Nursery provided for ages up to Kindergarten with registration in a class.
Sunday Night Youth is a staple here at Mt. Zion UMC. On Sunday nights the youth gather for fun, fellowship, and learning. We meet in the gym at 5:00 p.m. for dinner and games followed by worship and lessons in the youth center. We learn about everything faith based from prayer to the fruits of the spirit. More then anything the youth group is a community. We welcome all who are in 6th to 12th grade to come and be a part of our crazy family. Parents are an important part of our program even if sometimes they play roles behind the sense. They host youth meetings in their houses and help provide dinner on Sunday nights. We always need help, even if you aren’t a parent. Let Deborah Williams know if you are interested in lending a hand.
Dinner will cost a dollar.
Reserve your spot in the class you would like to take today!
Academy will not meet:
September 5, October 31, November 21 and will end on December 12 and resume on January 9, 2011.
