As Spirit Song develops and grows, bible studies and other spiritual growth classes will be an integral part of our discipling ministry.
We offer bible studies within our "Harmony groups," but will also offer bible studies in traditional classroom settings and eventually with interactive online discussion groups, so that those who are not able to attend a class physically can still participate from their home computer.
We intend to go beyond typical Christian education to create an environment where true disciple-making takes place at all age levels -- beginning with our children and continuing through adulthood.
Bible Study on The Letter to the Hebrews
Scot & Tracy Thompson host a weekly Bible study on the New Testament Letter to the Hebrews on Friday evenings at 7:00pm. The pastor leads this study of a fascinating letters. Romans that seeks to show the authority of Christ and how he fulfills the Jewish theology of sacrifice and atonement. Call the church office at (623) 546-6400 for more information or directions. Everyone is welcome!
Discover Your Spirit S.O.N.G.
We want to help you discover your Spirit S.O.N.G. with four courses that will help deepen your relationship with Jesus Christ and empower you for ministry in the church. Each course is two-weeks long. The courses can be taken in any order and do not need to be taken consecutively. Each course will be offered several times during the year. These courses take the place of a church membership class but are not required for membership.
"S" -- Discover your "Sacred Center" as you learn about the spiritual disciplines of the contemplative life: Bible study, prayer, meditation and fasting. Developing your sacred center is about getting in touch with your inner self and connecting with God "spirit to Spirit."
"O" -- As Christians we are "One in the Spirit," brought together in community to be the Body of Christ. In this 2-week class you will learn the core values and beliefs that create and build Christian community. You will also learn a little of the history of the church and the uniqueness of Methodism.
"N" -- "Newness of Life" will offer a two week course that will focus on the basic Christian beliefs that lead to conversion, commitment and call. You will learn what Christians believe, how those beliefs differ from other religions, and specifically what United Methodists believe. This basic theology course will help you understand what you believe and how those beliefs affect your values, decisions and life goals.
"G" -- the "Gifts of the Spirit" are those spiritual gifts God has giv en each one of us so that God might use us effectively for ministry in the church and in the world. This 2-week course will discuss the biblical understanding of spiritual gifts and help you discover your own unique spiritual gifts.
Completing all four of these 2-week courses will help you grow in your faith and in developing your personal "spirit song."