Adult Sunday School
Learning how to apply biblical teachings to our daily living is one of the most important aspects of Christian Education. On Sunday Mornings at Rome First UMC, we have a number of adult Sunday school classes for you to consider. Some classes study the scriptures and then discuss how it relates to everyday life. Other classes prefer topical and Christian-themed book studies and discuss these. All the classes enjoy great fellowship and share the joys and challenges of life.
All classes meet from 10:00am to 10:45am each Sunday.
Adult Fellowship Class Education Building - Room A-203
The Adult Fellowship is a large group of adults who study the International Lesson Series. The lessons have a lecture format and are taught by a roster of excellent teachers who rotate assignments so there is a different teacher for each Sunday of the month. Singing and fellowship are also part of the Sunday program. This class has parties for fellowship and entertainment and also supports local community missions like Community Kitchen, the Free Clinic, and Rome Action Ministries. Everyone welcome!
Colonist Class Administration Building - Room B-303
The Colonists are a group of young adults in their 30's and 40's, married and single. The class is interested in exploring the Christian life in a discussion format. The Colonists also organize the church's White Christmas Food Box ministry.
Common Thread Class Administration Building - Room B-305
This is a newly formed class for younger adults from their 20s to early 40s, both single and married, with and without children. The curriculum varies to include Bible study, Methodist beliefs, and life application. We are from different backgrounds and walks of life, but we share a common interest in strengthening our Biblical literacy and growing in our faith to become stronger disciples, spouses, parents, and people. We schedule several social events and service projects throughout the year.
Genesis Class Administration Building - Room B-301
The Genesis Class has evolved to include both single and married adults of varying ages, many with children. Our lessons are designed to enhance our faith journey and have included studies on specific chapters and verses of the Bible, Biblical history and traditions, prayer, John Wesley and Methodism, as well as popular chrisitan book studies. Our classes are led by class members, are informal and encourage member involvement and discussion. Social functions and service activities are an important part of Genesis Class fellowship. We welcome you and your friends to join us any and every Sunday. We hope to see you soon.
Heart-to-Heart Class Administration Building - Room B-302
The Heart to Heart Class is a class of women of all ages. The curriculum is centered on women's issues and women and spirituality. [Note: This class is now meeting on Wednesday evenings from 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.]
Jack Anderson Class Administration Building - Room B-304
The Jack Anderson Class is an adult class of mixed ages. The class includes time for fellowship, sharing of praises and concerns, and lessons. Lessons vary from strictly Biblical to Bible application. The class has a monthly Supper Club where members and guests share great fellowship and food. They are involved in several service projects including the Angel Express and the Murphy-Harpst Boys Cottage.
Martha Yeargan Class Education Building - Room A-202
The Martha Yeargan Class is a smaller discussion group with rotating leaders. They use a study of the revised common lectionary and other Bible-related resources.
Theos Class Administration Building - Room B104
The Theos Class is an adult Sunday school class with discussion format centered on stimulating, and sometimes controversial, current books. Members are generally 40+, and both married and singles are welcome. In the past several years, they have read and discussed many books by authors such as Thomas Cahill, Philip Yancey, C. S. Lewis, Thomas Moore, and Parker Palmer. The teaching team begins class at 9:45 sharp and concludes at 10:30, to allow for a short social period. Note: This room is in the Youth Wing.
Upper Room Class Education Building - Room A-205
The Upper Room Class is a class of mixed aged adults, both single and married. Most in the class are 50+ in age. The class is discussion-directed with a facilitor using the International Lesson Series. They have regular social gatherings, mission projects, and are in partnership with the 'Shade and Fresh Water' project in Brazil.