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2012 Spring Catalog
Canterbury United Methodist Church offers a wide variety of classes to enrich the lives of our church members and community. We strive to provide a safe, comfortable, stress-free place where individuals have the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends, learn something new, and grow spiritually. We believe that we are all on this journey together and that collectively we are stronger and can encourage one another to refocus our lives. It’s not just about learning; it’s about community.
REGISTRATION
To register for a class, choose one of the following:
• Click on the link for the class you want below (not all are interactive until next week)
• Email Ellen Thomas at ellen.thomas@canterburyumc.org
• Call Ellen Thomas at the church at 205.874.1533
CHILDCARE
To register for childcare for classes indicated with a  , contact Amanda Fuller at amanda.fuller@canterburyumc.org or 205.874.1546.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
To learn more about classes, contact either Annie Skinner or Oliver Clark.
Contact Annie at 205.874.1526 or anne.skinner@canterburyumc.org.
For Oliver Clark call 205.868.6580 or email at oliver.clark@canterburyumc.org.
CATALOG
View the Spring 2012 Learning Catalog for a complete listing of classes and events, past and present.
Community Wide Events
Lenten Preaching/Teaching Series: The Lord's Prayer
“Lord, teach us to pray.” There are many prayers and many ways of praying, but this prayer cuts to the heart of how we relate to God and to one another. As we gather together in worship and small groups, we are invited to rediscover this ancient prayer and the power it has in shaping our lives. Join the discussion, be part of a weekday small study group or participating Sunday school class.
February 29 • 6:15 - 7:15 pm • 7 weeks Click here to sign up
CONNECT: Marriage, Faith and Life for Newlyweds
CONNECT focuses on the challenges and joys of being engaged and the first years of marriage. Marriage is a calling from God and this ministry encourages and supports couples going through this exciting time in a fun and relational way. This group is open to everyone. Dinner and discussion.
June 5 • Tuesdays 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm • 10 weeks Click here to sign up
Small Group Studies
Bill and Betty Gunn's Bible Study
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Join Rev. Bill Gunn and his wife, Betty, for their study of Craig C. Hill’s In God’s Time: The Bible and the Future. Enormous confusion exists today concerning the Bible's teaching about the future. This course offers an alternative to senasationalist perspectives, an alternative that is at once faithful and sane, readable and scholarly. Dr. Craig C. Hill encourages Christians both to take seriously and to think sensibly about the hope of God's ultimate victory.
Click here to register
February 7 • 10 am - Noon • 10 weeks • Location: A127 Pathfinders |
Single and Parenting
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If you’re a single parent, you’re probably tired, overwhelmed and feeling a bit under appreciated. That’s why we created Single & Parenting groups—to share tips and parenting wisdom that will help you find rest, hope and encouragement.
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At a Single & Parenting group, you’ll participate in video seminars that explain how to:
* Wisely encourage your kids to obey
* Help your hurting child
* Eliminate debt
* Deal with verbal onslaughts
* Figure out what your emotions are telling you
Plus, you’ll develop meaningful friendships with other single parents, who, like you, are tired of hectic mornings and chaotic evenings, the kids fighting, and a never-ending to-do list.
Click here to register
Nursery available by advanced registration ONLY. Click here to register your child(ren)
January 17 • 6 pm - 8 pm • 13 weeks • Location: M113 • Coordinator: Annie Skinner
Canterbury Core Disciples—Men's Bible Study
January 4 • 6:30 am - 7:30 am • Location: Dining Room Click here to register
Wednesday Mornings with Bill Morgan
January 4 • 7 am - 8 am Click here to register
Mother's Bible Study
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Join Betty McKewen & Suzanne Payne in Beth Moore’s Inspirational, challenging and encouraging study on James: Mercy Triumphs. James: Mercy Triumphs. James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple. Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways, James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any other New Testament book. Topics in this new Beth Moore study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer. (This study is also offered on Thursday mornings.) Click here to register
January 11 • 9 am - 11 am • 8 weeks
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24 Hours That Changed the World. Adam Hamilton’s material guides the readers through the last 24 hours of Jesus’ life. Click here to register
February 22 • 10 am - Noon
PACE Parent Support Group: Our Priorities Are Christ's Example
A next-step response to Race to Nowhere, PACE provides a support group and tools for parents as they seek to order their homes around Christian ideals.
"Our goal is to promote courageous, healthy families who build their homes around Christian ideals and support their children’s health and emotional well-being."
February 8 • 6:15 pm - 7:10 pm • 12 weeks • View the PACE class schedule.
Gervin Bible Study
Join Rev. Jordan Gervin in his ever popular Bible study/discussion group.
Click here to register
January 11 • 6:30 pm - 8 pm
Zumba and Line Dancing
Get moving with this fun introduction to Zumba, introduction to Line Dancing, and stretching and toning exercises. Guys and girls of all ages over 12 years are welcome. Sponsored by Canterbury Fitness.
February 29 • 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm • 4 weeks • Location: M204 (Dining Room)
Summer Vegetable Gardening
Growing your own vegetables is both fun and rewarding. This session will help you get started. Learn the best way to select a site, prepare the soil, select seeds and plants, and prevent diseases.
April 11 • 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm • Location: M209
Wholesome by Allie
Back by popular demand! Canterbury member, Allie Black, owner of a local health consulting business, Wholesome by Allie, will lead us in a health series on honoring your temple to help everyone learn how to live a cleaner lifestyle & eat spiritually to fuel your body properly without sacrificing taste & enjoyment.
April 18 • 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm • Location: M209
Growing an Herb Garden
Herbs have recently experienced a surge in popularity in the home garden and landscape. There are special challenges to growing herbs in Alabama—including heat, humidity, and heavy clay soils. Hear tips on cultivating herbs and using them in the dishes you prepare at home.
April 25 • 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm • Location: M209
Bible Study with Susan & Janice
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James: Mercy Triumphs. James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple. Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways, James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any other New Testament book. Topics in this new Beth Moore study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer.
January 5 • 10 am - Noon • 8 weeks
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Why? Making Sense of God’s Will. The book by Adam Hamilton brings fresh
insight to the age-old question of how to understand the will of God. Click here to register
March 1 • 10 am - Noon • 4 weeks
Thursday Morning Bible Study with Betty Jackson
January 12 • 10:30 am - 11:30 am Click here to register
Sunday Night Academy Study
The Canterbury Academy for Christian Studies
Winter/Spring 2012
This group is known for its in-depth study of scripture and theology. This spring the focus will be a careful study of three of the outstanding theologians of the 20th century. The Brothers Niebuhr and Friend Bonhoeffer. Facilitated by Dr. Oliver Clark. Guest lecturers: Dr. Bill Morgan, Dr. Dennis Sansom, and Dr. David Bains. Click here to register
January 22 • 5:30 pm - 7 pm • 11 weeks
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