Adult Sunday School
Find your place in one of our Sunday morning learning and fellowship groups! All classes welcome newcomers, visitors and people who have been at Manchaca forever! If you need help finding a class or want to contact a leader, please contact Kim at Kim@ManchacaUMC.org.
Followers of the Way
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Building, Room 29 (Upstairs)
Current Study: “Justified by Grace, a Study on Paul’s letter to the Romans”
Our class is open to anyone who enjoys a deeper look at the Word. We don't pre-read, we read in class, and we discuss the overall context of the Word. We dive into the meaning behind Paul's theology, what was happening in the modern world at this time, and how the words still mean something to us today. Daniel Oates leads the class and if you have questions you can email him at danieljoates@yahoo.com. Please join us in our Bible study journey!
Young Adults
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Building, Room 7 (by the East Entrance)
For those of us who have graduated high school and through our 20s/30s, this class is a place for us to gather and discuss the Bible. Whether you can come once every few months when you're home from college or if you're here year-round, we're here for you! No extra reading or preparation necessary; come as you are!
Pathfinders
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Building, Room 8 (by the East Entrance)
Current Study: Advent
Enhance the season of Christmas and Advent by learning what each Gospel had to say about the birth of Christ. So often, we combine the stories into one instead of looking at each story separately and why there are different stories. In addition, we will examine the meaning behind the Advent wreath and where the four candles of joy, peace, hope, and love come from. The class will be based on the latest research and commentaries available. Begins November 10.
Led by Julia Walker.
Marbridge
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Building, Library
Current Study: Upper Room Devotional
Marbridge Sunday school class is primarily for the residents of Marbridge. Our class is for people who have cognitive or intellectual disabilities. The class uses the monthly United Methodist Upper Room devotional as our guide and each week the class takes turns reading the daily devotional and we share our thoughts on the scripture, prayer, and stories from everyday people around the world. The class is lively and fun and brings all of us closer to the love that Jesus has for all of God’s people. The class is led by Ken Kattner, Rocky Eubank, and Ron Mize with Jeanne Devine and Jen Troke assisting as needed.
Searching the Word
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Building, Parlor (by the East Entrance)
Current Study: the book of John
Our class is currently studying the Book of John. This class relies on member participation and sharing as we read and discuss the current chapters each week. Come and experience with us the joy of learning together.
Sol de Justicia
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Main Building, Parlor (by the East Entrance)
Nuevo Estudio Bíblico en Español // New Sunday School Class in Spanish
Nos da mucho orgullo anunciar la creación de la primera clase de escuela dominical en español. Tomando su nombre de Malaquías 4, el nuevo ministerio “Sol de Justicia” se convoca por el Pastor John Feagins, La clase está estudiando el libro de Génesis y da la bienvenida a todas las personas que buscan una experiencia de la bíblia en español. Todos los participantes reciben una biblia en español.
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Manchaca UMC is proud to announce the creation of the first Spanish-language Sunday School class. Taking its name from Malachi chapter 4, the “Sol de Justicia” (Sun of Righteousness) ministry is led by Pastor John Feagins. The class is currently studying the Book of Genesis and welcomes all persons who desire an immersive experience of the scriptures in Spanish. Spanish Bibles are provided to all participants.
Upper Room
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Family Life Center, Room A
Current Study: The Final Days: A Lenten Journey Through the Gospels by Matt Rawle
The Upper Room class is a safe place to explore faith and practice. It is a place to find encouragement, prayer and support where ever we are on the path with God.
Christians Without Borders
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 am
Location: Family Life Center, Room B
Current Study: "Welcome Homeless" by Alan Graham
Reconciling
Ministry
We study material that encourages growth in mind and spirit and keeps us motivated to be bridge builders and change-agents for justice, reconciliation and transformation. We are a Reconciling Ministry, inclusive of all God's children. Contact Jen Troke for class materials.
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About the study: Homeless. No other word better describes our modern-day suffering. It reveals one of our deepest and most painful conditions—not having a sense of belonging. However, Alan Graham, founder of Mobile Loaves & Fishes and Community First! Village is improving the quality of life for a vast number of people by sharing his personal story of becoming more human through humanizing others. In doing so, he shows us the home we’ve all longed for but never had. Graham also shares the stories of the homeless, and the stories of those whose worldviews have been shifted by the homeless in a raw, humorous, and honest voice.
Gateway
Time: 10:10 - 11:00 am
Location: Family Life Center, Room C
Lent Study: The Third Day by Tom Berlin
Join the Gateway class for their Lent study based on The Third Day by Tom Berlin. The study will begin February 11 and continue the 6 chapters until Easter. Until Lent, they will be using "The Upper Room."