Every Sunday from 10:45 - 11:30 a.m.

Faith Formation Hour 

Adult Faith Formation Classes

  • In The News

    Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in the Prayer Room and on Zoom.

    Led by Rev. Jane Deford this class is a topical study we generally read a relevant article or story and discuss in a single session. Upon occasion, this group will focus on another topic, often at the request of those attending the class, wanting to extend the study for added discussion or perhaps the group has discovered a link to another topic that they would like shared. This class is perfect for inquisitive CPC'ers who enjoy extending their knowledge in multiple directions.

    This class can also be joined on Zoom.

  • Reading the Bible Together

    Sundays at 11 a.m. | Meets in Room 120 and on Zoom

    Beginning April 6, the Reading the Bible Together class is studying the book of Proverbs, which is a collection of essays, poems, and sayings expressing the wisdom of ancient Israel. It is a guide for how to flourish and thrive in God’s world, inviting us to live with wisdom while honoring God in today's world.

     This course is led each week by a class volunteer who reviews various sources in advance in order to guide the class through the reading and facilitate discussion of the text. Come join us as we seek to gain a deeper appreciation of God’s plan of salvation through the timeless teachings of these scriptures. All are welcome.

    Join this class in person, in Room 120, or on Zoom.

    Contact this class

  • Great Courses

    Sundays at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom

    Join us beginning April 6th as we continue with our video lecture series from the Great Courses Company - a Survey of World Religions. 

    Over the course of 24 engaging lectures, award-winning Professor Mark Berkson of Hamline University takes you on a tour of our world and its religious cultures. Your journey will introduce you to the beliefs, symbols, and practices of other traditions, and it will provide you with new insights into your own.

    Dr. Mark Berkson is Professor of Religion at Hamline University. He earned a B.A. from Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, an M.A. from Stanford University in East Asian Studies, and a Ph.D. from Stanford University in Religious Studies and Humanities. 

    Each half hour lecture is followed by a group discussion. Each lecture can be appreciated without the context of the other lectures. All are welcome. 

    This class takes place on Zoom.

    Contact This Class

Words of Life

A 5-week class beginning Sunday, March 16th.
What if the Ten Commandments were not just a set of ancient rules, but a guide to experiencing the good life today?

Join us for a new mini-series called "Words of Life” that takes a fresh look at the Ten Commandments.  Using a video series from Adam Hamilton, we will look at whatthese laws meant to Moses and how Jesus reinterpreted them, showing how each “thou shalt not” points to a life-giving “thou shalt.”   In a culture marked by workaholism, materialism, and social media-driven envy, discover that God has given us a time-tested path to gratitude, confidence, and peace.

"Words of Life” will run for five weeks.  We will meet in Room 107-109 from 10:45 to 11:30. Each session will consist of a short video and casual discussion. There is no homework, and it’s OK if you can’t make it to every session.

Contact Jan Fulton, janfulton494@gmail.com, for more information.

Kids & Youth Classes

  • Nursery

    For our littlest (0-4) we offer continued Nursery care throughout Faith Formation Hour. Little ones can be checked into the Nursery at any point during Sunday Worship, or just for Faith Formation Hour.

  • Elementary Ages

    We have two Elementary aged Faith Formation Classes. One for K-2 and one for 3rd-5th graders. Both classes will have fun playing games, talking about the week's lesson, and spending time with friends.

  • Middle School

    Our 6th-8th graders will spend Faith Formation Hour going through "Echo the Story" They will examine different stories from the Hebrew Scriptures, beginning with Creation and continuing through King David. This promises to be a fun and energetic time!

  • High School

    For our 9th-12th graders we will offer a Confirmation Class. This class is meant to prepare students to join Central Presbyterian Church. There will be a confirmation Parent/Youth meeting on September 15. The class will meet twice a month from September to May. On Sundays, when we don’t have confirmation, we will still get together for a lively discussion and a chance to catch up with our friends. We will be reflecting on video-led discussions and enjoying time together. Registration for Confirmation Class is required and can be done by clicking here.