“For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them.”  Matthew 18:20

At Ashland UMC, Sunday School is an important part of learning about God and getting to know others on their faith journey.  Each class is unique in membership, study materials and mission project(s).  Ashland UMC is a mission-focused congregation and classes are encouraged to participate in mission initiatives both within and beyond the church.

Adult classes examine and explore Bible-based literature to guide their spiritual journey and inspire their daily lives.   A number of classes are available and are listed below along with the location, age range, curriculum, missions focus and social functions for each.

Cornerstone    Room 121    all ages

• Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies (teacher- led discussion)
• Sharing God’s Love, Epworth Children’s Home families in need
• Fellowship and holiday socials

Faithwalkers     Room 111 ages mid-20’s to mid-40’s

• Book studies for spiritual strength and family enrichment (teacher- led discussion)
• Homeworks, Salkehatchie Summer Service, Ashland Giving Tree, children’s ministries
• Holiday gatherings in homes

• Contemporary literature studies related to spiritual learning and growth (teacher-led discussion)
• Salkehatchie Summer Service, Seeds of Hope, Seven Oaks Elementary, missions contributions
• Monthly/holiday dinner socials, annual “mystery weekend” trip

Good News    Room 127      ages 50 +

• Cokesbury Adult Bible Studies (discussion)
• Children’s Garden Childcare
• Pot luck breakfasts, evening dinner socials

Marys & Marthas    Room 119      women of all ages

• Bible and book studies for spiritual growth (teacher-led discussion)
• Seven Oaks Elementary
• Socials in restaurants and homes

New Beginnings     Room 122      all ages

• Books of the Bible (teacher-led discussion)
• Sharing God’s Love, Seven Oaks Elementary, Children’s Garden
• Socials in homes; restaurant meals

Searchers     Room 125      ages 40+

• Literature inquiries on progressive spiritual topics; historical studies (teacher-led discussion)
• Agape Senior Care, Killingsworth Home, Oliver Gospel Mission
• Picnics, community shows, dinner/dessert socials?