Fall 2017 Growth Classes

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WEDNESDAYS 7:00 PM Classes Begin 9/6/17

MADE TO CRAVE: Satisfying Your Deepest Desire with God, Not Food. Based on the New York Times bestseller by Lysa TerKeurst, this seven session video-based study will help us find the "want to" in making healthy

BATTLEFIELD OF THE MIND CONTINUES: A war is raging and your mind is the battlefield. Join us as we continue to travel with Joyce Meyer to find victory over the attacks of the Enemy: worry, doubt, confusion, anxiety, and negative thinking. Find freedom and peace from damaging thoughts and stop their influence in your

Fall 2017 Growth Classes

life. Find victory through the Bible and with Christ in your battle! This class is led by Marty Cruce in Room 10.

lifestyle choices. Made to Crave is the missing link

GRIEF SHARE: A support group for people grieving

between a person's desire to be healthy and the spiritual

the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by

empowerment necessary to make that happen. The reality

people who want to offer you comfort and

is we were made to crave. Craving isn't a bad thing. But

encouragement during this difficult time. Grief Share is

we must realize God created us to crave more of Him.

meeting September 6 - December 13, at 6:30 p.m. in

The workbook is $8. Pastor Brad will be leading this study

the Conference Room led by Audrey Tarolli and Ruth

in Moss Hall.

Jandik. Workbooks are $15. Scholarships are available.

PERFECTLY IMPERFECT (NEW TESTAMENT): The bible is filled with stories of people with all kinds of flaws and imperfections. The astounding thing is what happens when God changes their lives. Through the study of New Testament character sketches, we will learn how God works with us, and be reminded about the way God transforms us from what we are into what we can be. Led by Matt Schmidtfranz in Room 8. 1&2 PETER AND JUDE: Written as a guideline for Christian growth, Simon Peter shares what he has learned as a leader of the early church. This study will trace the great truths that Christians gave their lives for amidst a corrupt society. Highlights of John Wesley's teaching and discussion questions are included. Pastor Mark and Floyd Lauria will be leading this study in Room 5.

FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES: FIRM FOUNDATIONS: This class is an ideal setting for people with questions about faith as well as those who want to learn about the Bible and Christianity. It is led by Brett Meyer. Please fill out a Connect Card to let us know your interest so we can schedule this class! CONNECTING WITH OFCN: A one-Saturday class from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. taught by Pastor Brad Stockton in Room 8. This is our official membership class, and covers the core beliefs of our denomination as well as the mission, vision, values, and strategy of our local church. Please fill out a Connect Card to let us know your interest so we can schedule this class!

Owosso First Church of the Nazarene In planning for curriculum and room assignments, it would be helpful if you would fill out a Connect Card or email us with the name of the class you plan to attend.

SUNDAYS 9:00 AM

SUNDAYS 10:30 AM

Classes Begin 9/10/17

Classes Begin 9/10/17

GETTING STARTED AT OFCN: This is a one-hour

BOOK OF THE BIBLE - MATTHEW: Meets in

class specifically designed to help people get connected

Room 8 and is led by Denny Jenkins. The gospel of

at OFCN. Learn more about OFCN’s history, beliefs, values,

Matthew is loaded with the transformational teachings

and ministries - and how to get involved! This class is led

and promises of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. Join us for

by Mark Green, Pastor of Discipleship and

a verse-by-verse look at Christ's new kingdom breaking

Administration, and his wife Marcia, and is offered the

into the world through Matthew's eyes, and how we can

first Sunday of each month in the Conference Room.

live in the power of the Holy Spirit in this new kingdom

LOGOS: Meets in Moss Hall and is led by Andrew DeMeritt. We will be exploring various themes within the hope" that we have to look forward to in the great and

led by Beth Stockton. This is a class of diverse ages and

glorious return of Christ!

backgrounds. The studies are a deliberate search of the

THRIVE: Meets in Room 10 and is led by Dr. Paul

scriptures in order to grow in Christ and live life on

Word Action curriculum by Nazarene Publishing House. WONDER WORKS: Meets in C1 and is led by Darla

FOLLOW UP: Have you ever wondered what to say to people at the altar as they are struggling to find Christ as Savior? This one-hour workshop will give guidance to help others pray at the altar. We will also focus on the 8 Basic Bible Studies to help follow up with new believers one-on-one. Pastor Mark will be leading this workshop on Sunday, September 24th at 9:00 a.m. in Room 8 and 10:30 a.m. in Moss Hall.

Sermon on the Mount. POINT OF GRACE: Meets in Smith Hall and is

life, explore the Word, and exercise faith! This class uses

WORKSHOP ON ALTAR-WORK AND

come! We will be continuing in chapter seven with the

book of Revelation as we learn more about the "blessed

DeMeritt. Thrive is designed to engage interest, examine

UPCOMING:

purpose for Him! Class members are invited to participate in discussion as each lesson is taught. This class uses Word Action curriculum by Nazarene Publishing House.

TUESDAYS 9:30 AM

Class Begins 9/12/17 LADIES' BIBLE STUDY: We begin in the fall with Becoming a Woman of Simplicity by best-selling author Cynthia Heald. Can life in this multitasking world be

Dunn and Keith and Lynnaè Kelley. This class is

tamed? This study delves into scripture and offers

sensitive to adults with special needs. We learn creatively

practical, real-life counsel so you can experience the

through Bible stories, art, and life lessons.

freedom necessary to live with the quiet confidence God intended. Cost of the book is $7.25 We invite women of all ages to come together in Smith Hall for prayer, study, and fellowship. Joanne Tipton and Dorothy Tarolli are facilitators for this class.