Education

“For whatsoever things were written aforetime were written for our learning, that we through patience and comfort of the scriptures might have hope.”   ~Romans 15:4

Our Education Classes at WHUMC offer fellowship and study opportunities for all ages. We invite you to experience the joy of studying God’s word along with other travelers on their faith journey.

Children’s Division
Our Nursery offers a loving, safe, and welcoming environment for children from birth through age four to learn about and worship God. We engage the children in many ways including prayer, Bible lessons, stories, music, dance, and crafts.

Our One Room Sunday School is for children in kindergarten through grade five. Our engaging and creative programs allow children to study, learn and grow together as they apply Bible lessons to everyday life. Here children learn about Jesus and his love as they “live” their belief in God and develop faith that will last a lifetime.

Youth Division
Our Middle and Senior High School Sunday School classes are an essential part of the faith experience. These classes are led by a variety of caring knowledgeable adults who interact with the youth in a variety of settings (not just the classroom). The lesson plans deal with issues important to youth as well as Bible study with a heavy emphasis on interaction and discussion.

Confirmation Classes are offered to our youth age 12 and older who wish to be confirmed in the United Methodist Church. They participate in an 8–12 week series of classes led by our Pastor along with Lay Leaders and adult mentors. This class deals with what it means to be a Christian and a United Methodist in the world today.

Adult Division

Wednesday Night Bible Study: This class has worked through 17 books of the Old Testament and will now shift focus to the New Testament beginning with Matthew. In this study group there are five teachers who take turns leading sessions. Each leader offers a unique approach to Scripture and lessons.

Family Relations Class: This intimate class meets in a comfortable homelike setting at the Church to study and discuss contemporary Christian books. These books are often on the bestsellers list or written by well-known authors. The class leans heavily on discussion and does not rely upon a teacher to dictate the flow of the class content.

Women’s Study Group: Esther Class In this class we explore the Bible and the practical application of God’s word in our lives with a series of Christian Women’s studies. We have followed Paul’s journey of faith as Jesus captures Paul’s soul. With authors Beth Moore, Kay Arthur, and Priscilla Shirer we dig deeply into the history of Bible stories and we learn how these stories are applicable today in our own contemporary lives.

Barr-None Class: Our longest running class utilizes the New International Lesson Series. This highly regarded Bible study series gives insight into Scripture, including stories and anecdotes that help to make lessons come alive. The weekly study suggests ways to put lesson concepts into action.

Pathfinders Class: For a small group setting for both male and female adults try the Pathfinders Class. This class appeals to all ages. The core structure of this class is tied to the Christian seasons including Lent and Advent curriculums as well as a strong focus on Bible history. Teaching is shared among several class members.


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Sojourners Class: This class provides a larger classroom environment while retaining a strong sense of fellowship among the members. This group studies and discusses a variety of subjects including in-depth study of Bible passages, interesting topics found in Christian books as well as discussing contemporary issues. Recently the group finished studies on “The History of the Devil” and “What Every Church Member Should Know about Poverty.” Teaching is shared among several class members.

Stay Tuned
The Education team has made a strong commitment to offer a variety of short term studies throughout the course of the year as well. These studies will last from 4-6 weeks and focus on a particular topic, book, or season of the Christian calendar. For example, we recently studied “This We Believe, the Core of Wesleyan Faith and Practice”. We invite anyone interested (even if you are a member of another Sunday School class) to join us for these sessions. These particular sessions will be advertised in the Church bulletin, newsletter, and flyers.

For more information please contact Craig Kidd at
540-772-4886 or the Church Office at 540-774-4730

Last updated July 25, 2011