Adults of All Ages

Sunday School

Enjoy Christian community, develop friendships, and grow in knowledge and faith.

In a large church such as ours, a Sunday School class is one of the best ways to develop friendships within the congregation and share in Christian community. The weekly rhythm of Sunday provides a regular opportunity to gather and study together as a complement to worship. Between worship services, the adult Sunday morning program includes a variety of regular classes with a wide range of sizes, formats, and content. Classes begin at 9:45 a.m. each Sunday unless otherwise noted in the class description.

Adult Class Offerings

Adult Sunday School classes offer an excellent opportunity to develop friendships and enjoy Christian community. Classes range in size, formats, and content. Most classes start at 9:45 a.m. during the Education Hour unless otherwise noted.

  • Bible & Coffee Class | Jones Session Room
  • Cornerstone Class | Vance Hall
  • Current Issues Class | L-200
  • Discipleship Class | Witherspoon Room
  • Fellowship Class | Memorial Library | 10:00 a.m.
  • Good News Class | Room L-207
  • June Ramsey Class | Cheek House Living Room
  • Life Together | L-203
  • Logos Class | Stanford Chapel | 10:00 a.m.
  • New January 2025: Class with Nathan Brandon | L-201 | 9:45 a.m.

Sunday School Interest Form

If you'd like to talk with someone about finding the best class for you, complete the form below to connect with a staff or a church officer who can help direct you to the right place.

Visitors are always welcome to attend any class. Join us Sunday as we engage our minds and cultivate our hearts.


Class Descriptions

Find all the information about current classes as you search for one that might be right for you.

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Bible & Coffee Class

Jones Session Room | Led by Marty & Betty Dickens

This small group study is Bible-based, with an emphasis on God’s word as a guide to our daily walk with Christ. Bring your Bible and a cup of coffee and join our fellowship, where discussion and digging deep into scripture are integral parts of the class. Class involvement helps strengthen our faith journey as we build connections to the church community. Most attendees are in their late 50s-70s; adults of any life stage are welcome.
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Cornerstone Class

Vance Hall | Led by a teaching team

The Cornerstone class explores the study of Biblical topics through a combination of lecture and discussion. This class is led by a teaching team of Ben Merrill, John Hollins, Chris Kirkland, Darryl Thompson, and Julia Wilk. Most attendees are in their late 40s-60s. While most are empty nesters or are close to launching their youngest child, adults of any life stage are welcome.
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Current Issues

L-200 | Led by Sally Ostheimer

An interactive class that addresses and actively discusses the issues of today and our role as Christians. A great way to meet and discuss with fellow Christians. Most members of this class are active adults beginning retirement.
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Discipleship Class

Witherspoon Room | Led by a teaching team

This Bible-based class often engages in line-by-line study of Scripture. Led by a teaching team of Charlie Bryan Sr., David Goodcase, and Jim Cawood. Most attendees have been attending this class for a long time and are committed to meeting weekly.
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Fellowship Class

Memorial Library | Led by Dr. Ryan Moore | 10:00 a.m.

The Fellowship Class, taught by Pastor Ryan Moore, provides a space to connect with one another and gain insight from Scripture. We stay close to Scripture and dig deeper into the sermon text. This class is intended to be come and go as you are able and serve as a welcoming place for anyone looking to plug in at the church. While we will continue to have a core of parents of young families, this class is open to (and welcomes!) folks of all ages and stages. This class begins at 10:00 a.m.
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Good News Class

 L-207 | Led by Dr. John Musgrave

The Good News Class, taught by Parish Associate Dr. John Musgrave, explores scripture passages with time for lecture and discussion. This is a great class for those looking to hear from a pastoral presence in the Sunday School hour. Most attendees are mature adults in their 70s and 80s; adults of any life stage are welcome.
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June Ramsey Class

Cheek House Living Room | Led by Scott Pearson and guest speakers

Scott Pearson and guest professors, scholars, and graduate students from Vanderbilt and Belmont Universities, lead this class in study of theology, Bible, ethics, and worship, among other topics.
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Life Together Class

L-203 | Led by a teaching team

The Life Together Sunday School class is designed for people wanting to explore what it means to be a follower of Jesus in our families, our workplaces, and our communities. Using topical books as class curriculum for Sunday mornings, we seek to regularly serve and fellowship together in a family-friendly way outside of Sunday mornings. Most attendees are in their 30s and 40s; adults of all ages are welcome!
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Adults of all ages

Logos Class

Stanford Chapel | 10:00 a.m.

The Logos Class is a lecture-oriented class combining Bible study, lecture and discussion, and offers members significant opportunity for serious reflection and learning. The nature of this class is easy to attend regularly or drop in intermittently. This class has the widest range of life stages represented, so consider this class if you're looking for lecture-based and new to Sunday School.

Class on holiday hiatus beginning December 15, 22, and 29. Classes resume on January 5, 2025.

Winter 2025 Schedule:
1/5 – Sara Hill, part 2 of 1 Corinthians 3-5 “Growing Up”
1/12 – Sara Hill, part 3 of 1 Corinthians 3-5 “Growing Up”
1/19- Jon Cahill, dissertation on Emotions, Moral Formation, and Christian Politics: Rereading Karl Barth
1/26 – Eric Osborne, Psalm 22
2/2- No Class. Please attend the annual congregational meeting.
2/9- Sara Hill, part 1 of 1 Corinthians 6-8 “Everybody’s Doing It”
2/16 – Sara Hill, part 2 of 1 Corinthians 6-8 “Everybody’s Doing It”
2/23 – Sara Hill, part 3 of 1 Corinthians 6-8 “Everybody’s Doing It

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Starting January 5

New Sunday School Class

L-201 | 9:45 a.m. | Led by Nathan Brandon

Join class leader Nathan Brandon for a 28-week journey through the entire Bible, exploring how the Old and New Testaments connect and shape our daily walk with Christ. This class uses the curriculum developed by Marbut Gaston, offering a unique opportunity to dive deep into God’s Word. Whether you're returning to Sunday School, new to a class, or looking to grow in your faith, this is the perfect opportunity. For more details, contact Nathan.

Sunday School Questions? Contact Us:

Julia Wilk

Connections and Engagement Coordinator

Julia engages visitors and new members and fosters meaningful relationships throughout the congregation. She can answer questions about first visits, membership, and getting connected.

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