Pathways Adult Education Starts Soon

Contact: Paul Kirbas

pkirbas@firstpreswheaton.org, 630-668-5147

First Presbyterian Church of Wheaton, 715 N. Carlton, Wheaton.  The adult education ministry invites members of the community to join them for the 3 classes being held from 9:45-10:30 AM during the education hour from 9:45-10:30.  Classes are offered for children and adults. 

The following classes are offered for adults:

Session 3: January 8th - February 5th (No Class on 1/29) 

Lessons from Pine Ridge

The Lakota Indians of South Dakota are an intriguing story and microcosm of

the plight and problem of indigenous peoples today. This class will share this

particular story, as well as the necessity and difficult processes of forgiveness

and reconciliation which North American Christians must wrestle with for a

truly full and concrete gospel. Taught by Pastor Jay Moses in the Ministry Center.

Walter Percy: Many Questions and Some Answers

Walker Percy, the southern, Catholic novelist, once described his task as that

of “diagnosing the modern malaise.” In this 5 week class we will explore his

view of both spiritual “sickness” and its potential “cure” through reading and

discussing his novel, The Second Coming, as well as viewing a recent

documentary of his tragic yet quietly inspiring life. Taught by Richard Lauber

in Stewart Hall 103.

Grace: How Amazing

In the fall of 2006, when a gunman killed five Amish children and injured five

others in a Nickel Mines, Pa., one-room schoolhouse, media attention rapidly

turned from the tragic events to the extraordinary forgiveness demonstrated by

the Amish community toward the murderer and his family. We will explore the

tenets of the book and film entitled Amish Grace: How Forgiveness

Transcended Tragedy. With the questions why—and how—did they forgive, we

will explore a compelling study of Amish grace. The concept of forgiveness is

embedded in Amish society through five centuries of Anabaptist tradition, and

grounded in the firm belief that forgiveness is required by the New Testament.

The book carefully distinguishes between forgiveness, pardon and

reconciliation, as well as analyzes the complexities of mainstream America's

response and the extent to which the Amish example can be applied

elsewhere, even here at First Pres. This intelligent, compassionate and hopeful

book is a welcome addition to the growing literature on forgiveness. Taught by

Robb Frank in the Living Room.

Worship services are at 8:30 am (Traditional) and 10:45 am (Contemporary).  Classes are offered for both children and adults during the Education Hour from 9:45 – 10:30.  Child care is provided for children four years old and younger during the 8:30 and 10:45 services.

The church is located at 715 N. Carlton Avenue in Wheaton. For more information, call (630) 668-5147 or visit  www.firstpreswheaton.org.