Wednesday Nights
Our Wednesday night program offers something for everyone! The Spring 2008 term of Wednesday night offerings is January 23–May 14. However, not all classes begin January 23; see individual offerings for start dates.
Please note: There will be worship only on Ash Wednesday, February 6, and on March 19. All Wednesday night acitivities and classes are cancelled on March 26.
TWIGS (Those With Infinitely Greater Sense)
Open to all those 60 years of age and "moving forward," TWIGS meets each Wednesday at 4 p.m. for lively Bible study and discussion. Please join us for an hour of spiritual growth and camaraderie, followed by dinner in the Haywood Duke Room. At 4 p.m. in Roe Library, beginning January 23.
Wednesday Night Worship
Each Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., we celebrate the Holy Eucharist in All Saints Chapel. These services, with contemporary, youthful music, offer the opportunity for spiritual renewal midweek. At 5:30 p.m. in All Saints’ Chapel beginning January 23.
Wednesday Night Supper
During the program year, supper is served each Wednesday night. These family-friendly meals are made by our own San Pasquale Kitchen Ministry and are served at a cost of $7 per person, with a family cap of $25. Children under 5 eat free. Take a break from cooking, bring the family, and enjoy the fellowship of your church community. Served from 5:30–7 p.m. in the Haywood Duke Room beginning January 23.
Nursery CareChildcare for infants and toddlers under age 5 is provided by Lots of Love Companions, Inc. Open from 5:15–7:45 p.m. in Room 104 beginning January 23.
Godly Play (Kindergarden–3rd Grade)
This method of Christian education and spiritual direction designed to help children become more fully aware of the mystery of God’s presence in their lives through the use of parables, sacred stories, silence and liturgical action. Godly Play will be offered to children in kindergarten through third grade. From 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Fisher Avenue Annex (downstairs) beginning February 13 (no meeting March 19 or 26). Children are invited to join us for the burning of the palms on January 23 and the Instructed Eucharist on January 30. See "Special Wednesday Night Events" for details.
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (4th–6th Grade)
A series of Level II and III Catechesis of the Good Shepherd classes for children in fourth through sixth grades. Completion of Level I is not required. From 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Fisher Avenue Annex (upstairs) beginning February 13 (no meeting March 19 or 26). Children are invited to join us for the burning of the palms on January 23 and the Instructed Eucharist on January 30. See "Special Wednesday Night Events" for details.
T.O.W. (Teens on Wednesdays, 7th–12th Grade)
Small group time for teens in seventh through twelfth grades to go deeper in their faith and discover ways to live as Christians while still fitting in with their peers. From 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Youth Ministry Center beginning beginning February 13 (no meeting March 19 or 26). Teens are invited to join us for the burning of the palms on January 23 and the Instructed Eucharist on January 30. See "Special Wednesday Night Events" for details.
Wednesday Night Classes for Adults
Journey in Faith
This series offers classes which encourage participants to articulate their faith through the focus of various facets of Christian character, as well as the opportunity to “practice” being Christian. Each class consists of a DVD lesson, small and large group discussion, and sometimes work to take home. There are no pre-requisites; come for one series or both.Forgiveness–The Art of Letting Go: In our war-torn world, forgiveness offers the promise of reconciliation and hope. In this six-week session, our DVD series is written and presented by Gregory Jones, Dean of Duke Divinity School, and his wife Susan Pendleton Jones, Duke professor and retreat leader. Led by the Rev. Virginia Herring. From 6:30–7:30 p.m. in Broome Hall, January 23–March 5 (no meeting February 6).
Attentiveness–Being Present: Attentiveness is a basic life skill we are all taught as children. Being attentive allows us to learn, and is a practice necessary to the exercise of all sorts of activities, from driving the car to raising children. Attentiveness is also a basic spiritual practice, enabling us to become more aware of the presence of the divine in our lives. The DVD for this six-week series features Pamela Dilmore, Methodist pastor and author, and Helen Neinast, writer and campus minister. Led by the Rev. Virginia Herring From 6:30–7:30 p.m. in Broome Hall, April 2–May 7.
Ordinary People, Ordinary Faith: On the Road to Emmaus
Conversations about spirituality abound today. Yet when we suspect that the Holy Spirit is working in us, personally, we are reluctant to share. We are uncomfortable or unaccustomed to speaking in spiritual languages, even though at Pentacost, God sent us out into the world to do just that. This class is an opportunity to share our ordinary, everyday stories of God working in our lives in a comfortable and non-threatening way. Led by Cindy Peck and Barbara Metz. From 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Lineweaver Room beginning January 23.Parenting Support Series
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We are thrilled to offer a series of parenting topics led by an outstanding array of talent this winter and spring. February 13–March 12, Patti Gilbert will facilitate a Lenten study entitled “Parenting Abundantly.” This group will deepen parents’ understanding of their own spirituality and help them seek to embrace the resources it provides them as parents. On April 2, Megan Davis will lead a group discussion titled “Talking about Death and Dying with Children and Youth,” an excellent way to prepare for an inevitable event in the future or to help with past or current experiences. Marty Rosser will tackle the difficult subject of “Discussing Divorce” on April 9. Remember that even children living in households with married parents witness the fallout of divorce among friends and classmates. Finally, April 16–May 7, Amelia Deaton will invite parents to explore Non-Violent Communication and its place in the family. All sessions are from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in Roe Library.