Adult Education
Adult education at HCC takes place on Zoom or in the Chapel or hybrid (both in person and online), Sunday mornings before worship and on Tuesday afternoons.
The Sunday morning study begins at 9:30 am, is in the Chapel and often also on Zoom, and lasts about one hour. The Midweek study happens Tuesday afternoons on Zoom. Zoom link is available by calling the church office, or through our Zoom page.
Education
Sunday Morning Fall Study on Christian Nationalism
Have you wondered about all the buzz around the term Christian Nationalism? Have you wondered what it actually means and why it is so significant in the USA? Would you like the opportunity to gain greater understanding of how it impacts our lives as progressive Christians? If you are curious about this topic, plan to join us starting Sunday morning, September 20th as we undertake a study of the book, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power by Brian Kaylor.
This six-week study will be led by Jane Troha, Dr. Kate and Carolyn Troha. It will be based on the book but will also include materials from the group, Christians Against Christian Nationalism. There is no book to purchase, although you can get a copy from Chalice Press if you want one.
Come and join us for this timely study. The book blurb says,
“ Across America sacred scripture is being twisted to serve a political agenda. Christian Nationalists misuse the Bible to justify power grabs, confuse patriotism with discipleship, and even promote policies that contradict the core of Jesus’ teachings. It’s not just bad theology. It’s a betrayal of the Gospel – and a threat to democracy.”
Join us as we unpack this topic together. Study sessions will run from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. starting Sunday, September 20th. Hope to see you there!
Tuesday Bible Study Announces Fall Topic:
Staying at the Table: Being the Church We Say We Are
The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is blessed to be currently led by our General Minister and President, the Reverend Terri Hord Owens. Her recent book, Staying at the Table: Being the Church We Say We Are, challenges us to find strength in our deeply held beliefs and also helps us discover how the church can be a force for change, healing and hope in our challenging times.
The Tuesday Bible Study group will kick off the program year by reading together and discussing this book. Each member is encouraged to contact Jane Troha, who will lead the study, to let her know if you want to purchase a copy for the study (cost $10.00). She will place a group order in early September.
The sessions will begin on Tuesday, September 29th at 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. and will continue for seven sessions. Note the change in meeting time has moved up one hour! Hope you’ll be joining us for this meaningful offering!