Creative, innovative, fun, inspiring are just a few of the words that are used to describe adult education at Columbine Untied Church. As adults, if we are to grow in our relationship with Christ, we must engage an intentional course of study that covers the breadth of the Christian practices. It is the vision of the Adult Education committee to inspire each member to engage this creative learning process.

We know that every person learns differently. This is why Adult Ed at CUC takes several different forms. From studying films, discussing novels, studying the Bible, to classes on spiritual formation, studying family issues and cultural concerns, Adult Education covers all of these issues. We have everything from small group discussions to Web Based formats. It is our passion to find a way to empower you to grow in your faith. Participate in an Adult Ed class now!

Adult Education Opportunities for February 2010

Sunday
Aspects of Living and Aging: Planning for Growing Older 9:30 am, Fireside Chapel
“Seniors and their Families” Series
February 7 – Spiritual Aspects, using the book The Gift of Years
February 14 – a guest speaker will discuss Veterans Administration benefits for qualified seniors.

Beginning Sunday February 14 at 9:30 and continuing for 5 weeks
Studying the Lord’s Prayer
This will be a discussion facilitated by Alice Silver, drawing from the book Becoming the Jesus’ Prayer by Palmer, McCalmont and Milford. We will use it as a guide to understanding and praying with more depth. How better to deepen our prayer life than using the model Jesus gave his disciples? The book will be available for $10 in class or at Amazon online (click here).

Tuesday
“Financial Distress in Tough Economic Times” Feb. 9, 7:00- 9:00 pm, Adult Ed Room
This is a class for those who are feeling overwhelmed by their current financial situation. The class will focus on budgeting, cash flow and debt management, and personal bankruptcy. The class will be taught by Brent Hines from Heartland Institute of Financial Education. Mr. Hines has invited an attorney to assist in discussing personal bankruptcy. Please call the church office if you have questions: 303-798-1845.

“Personal Finance: The Basics for Establishing a Strong Foundation”  Feb 16 – Mar 9, 7:00 – 9:00 pm, Fireside Chapel
This class runs for four weeks and covers the basics of budgeting and saving, retirement planning, investments, risk management, and estate planning. The class will be taught by Chip Liles and Nick Donaldson of Liles Agency Inc. A full outline is available by clicking here. Please sign up in advance at the Information Booth to reserve your workbook. Materials are being provided at no charge! Please call the church office if you have questions: 303-798-1845.

Wednesday
Survey of the New Testament 9:30 am, Fireside Chapel
Rev. Steve Poos-Benson will be leading “Survey of the New Testament from the Life of Jesus through the First Century” exploring the books of the New Testament through the cultural context of the early church.

Brown Bag Bible 1:00 pm,  Fireside Chapel
Beginning February 17th, this class will be using the book, A Walk With Christ to the Cross, by Dawson McAllister, as the focus of their Lenten Study. All women are invited to join us. Please call the church office if you have questions: 303-798-1845.

Resuming on February 24th
Everything You Wish You Knew… but missed while sleeping ….during your high school and/or college history classes, 7:00 pm, Fireside Chapel
Rev. Laurene Lafontaine is teaching this fun and interactive class exploring European Western Civilization and the development of the church. You won’t be sleeping through this one! Each class is self-contained, no book is required and materials will be provided. Meets from 7:00 to 8:30 pm.  The class will not meet on February 10th or Ash Wednesday, the 17th and will resume on the 24th.  We will be exploring Scottish and Irish History.