Inquirer/New Member Classes – Fall 2008 schedule

The Congregational Development Committee decided to try a new approach for the Fall 2008 Inquirer/New Member classes. These classes will meet on Sunday mornings at 10 a.m.  We invite anyone who is interested in knowing more about the life of Second Church to attend. It is important to remember that your participation in any or all of these gatherings does not commit you to joining.  These are very informal and enjoyable times.  So, plan to be with us. If your schedule does not allow you to attend these meetings, please call Gerald Carter to arrange private meetings. You may call the church office at 343-3659 or contact me at gerald@spres.org to RSVP. Childcare will be provided during this time.

 

Session 1 – Sunday October 12, 2008 - 10 a.m. in the Alpha Omega House on Third Street.
We will spend time getting acquainted and sharing what has gotten us to this point. Senior Pastor George Anderson will present an overview of the basics of Reformed theology, traced historically through common themes within the Jewish, Christian, Protestant, and Reformed traditions.

Session 2 - Sunday October 19, 2008 – 10 a.m. in the Alpha Omega House on Third Street.We will explore what it means to be a Presbyterian by discussing the polity of the church compared to other faith groups. During this session our Senior Pastor George Anderson will explain the whys and wherefores of Presbyterian worship and sacraments.

Session 3 - Sunday October 26, 2008 – 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will discuss the following topics as they relate to our Identity Statement: Christian Education, Congregational Care, Congregational Development, Service and Outreach, and Stewardship.

Session 4 - Sunday November 2, 2008 – 10a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will take a look at our identity as expressed in our Identity Statement and Long Range Plan as the embodiment of what we believe and our understanding of what it means to be Christ’s church. A sharing of “family stories” as we look at Second’s history as contained in the oral tradition. We will also share with you a video of the History of the Church, which parallels the development of the Roanoke area and the growth of Second Presbyterian. This video can be viewed at home for those who are interested. Copies of the Second Century will be given out as long as they last.

Session 5 - Sunday November 9, 2008 immediately following the 11 o’clock service. Lunch with Session in the Fellowship Hall

Session 6 - Sunday November 16, 2008 Meet at 10 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall for exchange of information and then present new members to the Congregation at the 11 o’clock Service